Troubled Brazil striker Adriano will not go to this year’s World Cup finals if he doesn’t lose weight, said his club president Patricia Amorin. Read more »
SC Tavriya’s Lucky Idahor Mourns Endurance
A mistrust Ukraine based Lucky Issi Idahor, a brother to Endurance Idahor says he is yet to recover from the shock following the news of his brother’s sudden death in Sudan last Saturday.
Cruyff Plays Down Barca’s Strength
Johan Cruyff has criticized the Barcelona players and believes several of them should change their attitude. Read more »
Obafemi Martins Shoots Up Wolfsburg
Obafemi Martins 78th minute goal marks his return to winning ways with his German side, Wolfsburg today as they came back from behind to smashed Bochum 4-1 at the Volkswagen Arena.
Nigerian Keepers Plot World Cup Deal in Israel
Two Nigerian international goalkeepers, Vincent Enyeama and Dele Aiyenugba will be on duty this weekend for their Israeli Clubs with hoping to improve on their performances. The twosome is being closely watched by the Super Eagles new manager, Lars Lagerback ahead of the World Cup.
Bosingwa Out, Essien Prays to Make World Cup
While Michael Essien is contemplating if his Knee injury would allow him play at the World Cup in South African, his Chelsea teammate and Portugal defender Jose Bosingwa is out for the rest of the season.
Zidan: African Teams Must Be Disciplined
Mohammed Zidan, who scored Egypt’s only goal and the opener in the match, says that momentarily loss of concentration cost them the match against England warning African teams going to the World Cup to be weary of their European counterparts. Read more »
Ericksson, Hiddink Scramble For Cote d’Ivoire
Two coaches, who were dropped in the Nigeria’s search for a Manager interview in favour of Lars Lagerback are strongly being favoured to join another African World Cup bound side, Cote d’Ivoire. Read more »
NFF Plans Local Support For Lagerback
When Nigeria Football Federation, NFF present their newly acquired coach on Wednesday, the main plan is to douse critics and mop up support for Swedish football expert. Read more »
FIFA Gives South Africa Final Nod
Today FIFA overlooked the overlapping doubts about South Africa’s readiness for the World Cup, as cities across the nation staged street parties to launch the 100-day countdown. Read more »
Injury Sack Saha From Spain, Cisse Recalled
Everton striker Louis Saha has pulled out of France’s friendly match against Spain in Paris on Wednesday due to a thigh strain, the French Football Federation said. Read more »
Enyeama Dreams Europe Move
Nigeria’s number one goalkeeper, Vincent Enyeama’s Club,Hapoel Tel Aviv have continued to ammass point with view to taking over the leadership position in the Isreali Premier league from current leaders, Maccabi Haifa. On Sunday Hapoel nipped Bnei Sakhnin 1-0 to consolidate their second position on the table. Read more »
Pompey in FA Cup Semis
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rench striker Frederic Piquionne scored twice to send cash-strapped Portsmouth back to Wembley for an FA Cup semi-final – but that match might never take place. Read more »
Adriano Seek New Role in Europe
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Brazil international, Adriano is ready for a return to European football, according to the player’s agent.
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Cameroon Show Class Against Italy
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African giants Cameroon held world champions Italy to a 0-0 draw in a dull World Cup finals warm-up international in Monaco on Wednesday. Read more »
Capello Sure To Overcome Terry’s Storm
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Fabio Capello is confident England’s World Cup preparations have not been significantly disrupted by the fallout from the near farcical events that led to John Terry being stripped of the captaincy.
Flu Risk Disturbs World Cup Organisers
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The World Cup kicks off at the height of South Africa’s winter, bringing in hundreds of thousands of visitors during peak flu season and raising concerns about a resurgence of swine flu.
Mourinho Wants Cole to Remain in England
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Inter Milan boss Jose Mourinho thinks Ashley Cole would make a mistake if he moved away from Chelsea. The former Blues coach thinks the left back shouldn’t consider a transfer to a foreign club.