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Japan FA condemns ‘shameful’ racist abuse of goalkeeper

Japan’s football association has strongly condemned the disgraceful actions of fans who directed racial abuse at goalkeeper Zion Suzuki following Japan’s defeat in the Asian Cup. The 21-year-old, with a mixed heritage, became the target of racial abuse on social media after his performance in the match. The president of the Japanese Football Association, Kozo […]

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UEFA’s Ceferin says European ban on Manchester City might stand

UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin has reiterated his belief in the initial decision to sanction Manchester City for financial breaches, despite the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) overturning the club’s two-year suspension. Ceferin expressed confidence in UEFA’s stance, acknowledging the unpredictability of legal decisions. He emphasized the importance of respecting the court’s verdict. Furthemore, Ceferin […]

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Ghana sack coach after AFCON exit

Ghana has dismissed coach Chris Hughton following the team’s disappointing performance and early exit from the Africa Cup of Nations. The decision came after Ghana failed to secure a win in any of their three group-stage matches, finishing third in Group B with only two points. Despite still having a chance to qualify for the […]

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NAPOLI-INTER 0-1 | HIGHLIGHTS 

Lautaro Martínez scored a dramatic, last-minute goal to secure Inter Milan’s 1-0 victory over Napoli in the Italian Super Cup final. The match was characterized by significant tension and excitement, especially considering Napoli’s resilience despite playing with 10 men for half an hour following Giovanni Simeone’s red card. Lautaro’s celebration, marked by the removal of […]

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Egypt vs Cape Verde 2-2: CAF Africa Cup of Nations 2023

Despite conceding a 99th-minute equalizer in a 2-2 draw with group winners Cape Verde in the Africa Cup of Nations, Egypt advanced to the last-16. Initially tied 1-1, Egypt took the lead with a 93rd-minute goal but allowed Cape Verde to equalize in the 99th minute. Despite drawing all three group games, Egypt secured a […]

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Mozambique lucky to escape with a point in 2-2 draw with Ghana

Ghana’s Black Stars appeared to be on course for their first Group B victory after Jordan Ayew converted two first-half penalties resulting from fouls on Joseph Painstil and Mohammed Kudus. However, Mozambique mounted an extraordinary late comeback, with Geny Catamo scoring a penalty in the 90th minute, followed by Reinildo Mandava securing a second goal […]

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List of Countries that Nigeria could face in the Round of 16

Nigeria ended the group stage of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations with a 1-0 victory over Guinea-Bissau, with Opa Sangante’s own goal being the deciding factor for the Super Eagles. Despite this win, Jose Peseiro’s team finished as runners-up to Equatorial Guinea, who defeated hosts Ivory Coast 4-0. Consequently, Nigeria will face the second-place […]

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Drogba behaves like woman – Obi Mikel

John Obi Mikel recently shared insights into his former Chelsea teammate, Didier Drogba’s game mentality during their time together at Stamford Bridge. Mikel emphasized Drogba’s preference for high-stakes matches, highlighting his enthusiasm for pivotal encounters such as Champions League fixtures and clashes against top-tier opponents like Manchester United and Liverpool. According to Mikel, Drogba thrived […]

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