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Showing posts with label Sports. Show all posts

Monday, October 24, 2022

Talking Points From The Weekend In LaLiga by Godswill Utuk - Africaland Forum

                           Talking Points From The Weekend In LaLiga - Africaland Forum 


Talking Points From The Weekend In LaLiga - Africaland Forum

                           Talking Points From The Weekend In LaLiga - Africaland Forum 

Spanish first and second-division clubs are considering going on strike to protest against changes made by the Spanish government in a new sports law draft.

The governing body of elite Spanish soccer, LaLiga, is furious that an amendment intended to prevent Spanish clubs from participating in a breakaway Super League has been withdrawn, alleging pressure from Real Madrid and Barcelona, two of the masterminds behind the new competition.

The changes would mean that LaLiga and the Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) would be unable to refuse a license to clubs playing in competitions that aren’t recognised by football’s governing bodies. 

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Sunday, October 23, 2022

Chelsea 1-1 Manchester United - Jorginho and Casemiro score late goals in entertaining draw - Africaland Forum

Chelsea 1-1 Manchester United - Jorginho and Casemiro score late goals in entertaining draw - Africaland Forum 


Chelsea 1-1 Manchester United - Jorginho and Casemiro score late goals in entertaining draw - Africaland Forum

Chelsea 1-1 Manchester United - Jorginho and Casemiro score late goals in entertaining draw - Africaland Forum 

Chelsea and Manchester United battled to a 1-1 draw at Stamford Bridge in the Premier League after Jorginho's penalty was canceled out by Casemiro's injury-time equaliser.

 

In what was an engaging but goalless match for most of the 90 minutes, United controlled the first half-hour until Graham Potter made a tactical change, replacing Marc Cucurella with Mateo Kovacic and creating a more balanced midfield with both sides playing tactical tit for tat, making forays into each other's defensive positions.


But Jorginho broke the deadlock with his goal from the spot in the 87th minute after McTominay was penalised for manhandling Broja during a corner kick.


In the 94th minute, with two minutes to go, United clawed back the result  through Casemiro as his header bounced off the post and passed goalkeeper Kepa, passing over the line.


The result is the fifth straight draw between both clubs, and leaves United one point behind Chelsea for fourth place in the table.


Speaking after the game, Ten Hag said: 'We dictated the game'


"I have to make a big compliment to my team. To fight back with a fourth game in 10 days, you see the spirit and how they deal with setbacks. Really good.


"First half Rashford had two big chances, Antony one against one. You have to score goals in such moments because in top games three chances is massive. You have to score.


"We dictated the game and I am happy with that. If you concede a goal late it is difficult.


"Eight minutes before half time we had some troubles but defence in the second half we didn't have troubles. The second half we didn't really create big chances, but also Chelsea didn't.


"I think it is a fair result. I would have been disappointed if we had gone without a point because we didn't deserve that. At the end of a tough week to come here, you bring the point home."


Bruno Fernandes speaking to Sky Sports after the match, said;


"The first half was really good from us after the tactical changes. We had some problems in the middle but we found our positions and had chances.


"They get the goal from the penalty but we kept fighting, the spirit was amazing. A point is not what we wanted but it's a good point.


"The togetherness and the spirit is amazing, we showed it once again.


"I don't know if it was a penalty. Scott said he was not holding him but I'd have to see it again."


Asked about Ronaldo who didn't play after he was suspended by Ten Haag for leaving the field before the full time whistle during the mid-week match against Tottenham.

 

 Fernandes added: "We don't talk about that, no one else has to know what we think.


"The most important thing for everyone, including Cristiano, is that the team wins."



Saturday, October 22, 2022

Haaland has another victim! Man City winners, losers & ratings as Erling bludgeons Brighton - Africaland Forum

Haaland has another victim! Man City winners, losers & ratings as Erling bludgeons Brighton - Africaland Forum 


Haaland has another victim! Man City winners, losers & ratings as Erling bludgeons Brighton - Africaland Forum

Haaland has another victim! Man City winners, losers & ratings as Erling bludgeons Brighton - Africaland Forum 

An Erling Haaland double ensured there was no Manchester City hangover from last week's defeat at Liverpool.

The Norwegian took his tally to 22 goals from 15 matches - 17 in the Premier League - to help City to a 3-1 victory over Brighton.

The Seagulls threatened a comeback in the second half, with Leandro Trossard pulling a goal back before Kevin De Bruyne killed off the game with a wonderful strike.



Alisson should be pinning Liverpool flops up against the wall! Winners, losers & ratings from Forest horror show - Africaland Forum

Alisson should be pinning Liverpool flops up against the wall! Winners, losers & ratings from Forest horror show - Africaland Forum 


Alisson should be pinning Liverpool flops up against the wall! Winners, losers & ratings from Forest horror show - Africaland Forum


Alisson should be pinning Liverpool flops up against the wall! Winners, losers & ratings from Forest horror show - Africaland Forum 

Of all the people, in all the games. Taiwo Awoniyi spent seven years as a Liverpool player, yet never got the chance to pull on a Liverpool shirt in a competitive match. He had loan after loan, never realising his dream of representing the Reds.

But here, at the City Ground, he broke his former club’s heart, his goal handing the other Reds, Nottingham Forest, their first Premier League win since August and proving that for all the talk of a revival after recent wins against Manchester City and West Ham, the foundations of Jurgen Klopp’s side are still shaky, to say the least.

Liverpool were nothing like fluent as Forest defended doggedly, dragged Klopp's side into a battle and then buried them early in the second half through Awoniyi.


Iwobi with two assists as Everton thrash Crystal Palace at Goodison Park - Africaland Forum

 Iwobi with two assists as Everton thrash Crystal Palace at Goodison Park - Africaland Forum 


Iwobi with two assists as Everton thrash Crystal Palace at Goodison Park - Africaland Forum

 Iwobi with two assists as Everton thrash Crystal Palace at Goodison Park - Africaland Forum 

  • Iwobi had a starring role against Crystal Palace
  • Nigerian was at the centre of Everton play
  • 26-year-old awarded Man of the Match gong

WHAT HAPPENED? Iwobi was the chief architect of Palace’s downfall and took just 11 minutes to make an impact as his early forays forward saw him receive the ball before squaring off to Dominic Calvert-Lewin.

The striker broke through the defence before collecting the brilliant pass and produced a precise strike to beat the goalkeeper.

Iwobi then started the move that led to Everton’s second goal as he found Demarai Gray, who was already on his bike, the England international passed to left-back Vitali Mykolenko, and after the Ukrainian’s shot was parried away, but Anthony Gordon tapped in the rebound for a 2-0 lead in the 63rd minute.



2023 Women's World Cup: Super Falcons, Banyana Banyana and rest of Africa draw announced - Africaland Forum

2023 Women's World Cup: Super Falcons, Banyana Banyana and rest of Africa draw announced - Africaland Forum 


2023 Women's World Cup: Super Falcons, Banyana Banyana and rest of Africa draw announced - Africaland Forum


2023 Women's World Cup: Super Falcons, Banyana Banyana and rest of Africa draw announced - Africaland Forum 

Nigeria, South Africa, Zambia, Senegal, Cameroon and Morocco now know their opponents ahead of the 2023 Women Fifa World Cup finals.

Super Falcons have an interesting group

Banyana have tough tests

Zambia have been drawn in Group C

WHAT HAPPENED? The draw for the global competition was held in Auckland, New Zealand on Saturday.


Nigeria, who will be making a tenth appearance in the competition having been drawn in Group B alongside co-hosts Australia, Canada and the Republic of Ireland.


The Super Falcons qualified for the global competition after defeating Cameroon 1-0 in the quarter-finals of the 2022 Women's Africa Cup of Nations at the Stade Mohammed V Stadium in Morocco on July 14.

Friday, October 21, 2022

Salah and Ronaldo with same problem? - Former Manchester United star Hargreaves backs Liverpool ace to come good - Africaland Forum

Salah and Ronaldo with same problem? - Former Manchester United star Hargreaves backs Liverpool ace to come good - Africaland Forum


Salah and Ronaldo with same problem? - Former Manchester United star Hargreaves backs Liverpool ace to come good - Africaland Forum

Salah and Ronaldo with same problem?- Former Manchester United star Hargreaves backs Liverpool ace to come good - Africaland Forum


  • Salah not scoring many Premier League goals this season
  • Hargreaves suggests no cause for alarm with form
  • Compares the situation with Ronaldo at Man United

WHAT HAPPENED: The Egypt captain has had a tough start to the ongoing 2022/23 Premier League campaign, struggling to score goals regularly.

In the 10 matches played, he has scored three and provided as many assists, which are way below his standards if the past seasons are anything to go by. However, according to the former Manchester United midfielder, Salah is still one of the best in English football, and even great players like Cristiano Ronaldo sometimes have goal droughts.

WHAT HE SAID: “[Salah's ability] never went anywhere!” Hargreaves told Premier League Matchday Live as quoted by the Liverpool Echo.

“It was a slow start and sometimes the numbers dry up, even for the great ones. See that even with Cristiano Ronaldo this season. Look, Mo Salah is one of the best players in this league by a country mile. He’s a joy to watch, he can play everywhere.

"This guy is one of the greats and the goals will come toward the end of the season. You can guarantee that."

THE BIGGER PICTURE: The 30-year-old Salah has scored four goals in his last three matches across all competitions.

It is a welcome sign for the Reds who are aiming at moving up on the table after a slow start to the season.

WHAT NEXT: Salah is expected to feature this weekend when Liverpool play Nottingham Forest in the Premier League.

Ranking Arsenal's best ever Premier League away kits: Redcurrant, Bruised Banana and more - Africaland Forum

Ranking Arsenal's best ever Premier League away kits: Redcurrant, Bruised Banana and more - Africaland Forum 


Ranking Arsenal's best ever Premier League away kits: Redcurrant, Bruised Banana and more - Africaland Forum

Ranking Arsenal's best ever Premier League away kits: Redcurrant, Bruised Banana and more - Africaland Forum 

The cliche about Arsenal being a sportswear brand first and a football club second has gained traction over recent years. While nowadays, the club’s special releases have become a bit of a joke, Arsenal’s jersey history is enviable. Amongst the club’s away shirts is a reference to Highbury’s marble hallways, the much-loved redcurrant colour, and even one of the best away kits ever released. With that in mind, here are Arsenal’s 10 best away kits of the Premier League era.


5.1994-95

The first break with the yellow and blue came in 1994-95. Arsenal opted for two shades of blue instead, with a majority navy shirt finished with a light blue collar and sections on each sleeve. The highlight, however, was the subtle lightning pattern that ran down the shirt, managing to give the shirt an almost-herringbone look. 


4.2007-08

Arsenal’s best-loved home shirt is the 2005-06 design, which replaced red and white with “redcurrant.” Two seasons later, the same colour made a welcome return on the away shirt, appearing as the trim on an all-white shirt. The choice of white was apparently in tribute to Herbert Chapman, who introduced white sleeves to the club’s all-red jerseys.


3.2022-23

It’s been less than a season, but Arsenal’s 2022-23 away kit is already seen as one of its best. In part, that’s because of the immediate appeal of an all-black kit, but it's also due to the details added. The shirt itself is covered with an abstract pattern in black and “carbon” before it is finished with bronze detailing on the club crest – in this instance, just the cannon – as well as the adidas logo and sponsor’s branding.


2.1995-96

Following up the 1994-95 away kit, Arsenal and Nike kept with the blue colour palette for the following season. The lightning bolt motif also returned, although this time it appeared only on one side of the shirt, as the light blue section gave way to the darker base. Finishing off the shirt was Nike’s Futura logo for the last time. The “Blue Lightning” design of the 1994-95 and 1995-96 kits went on to become the basis of Arsenal’s 2021-22 third kit.


1.1992-93

It was never going to be anything else, was it? The original Bruised Banana made its debut during the final year of the First Division, and Arsenal kept using it for the inaugural Premier League season. The shirt gets its name – and cult status – from the dark pattern that runs across the yellow shirt. adidas revisited this template for a number of other teams and took inspiration from the design for Arsenal’s 2019-20 kit, but nothing comes close to the original.

'There are consequences' - Man Utd boss Ten Hag confirms sub Ronaldo refused to come on in win over Tottenham & sends 'values' warning - Africaland Forum

'There are ramifications' - Man Utd boss Ten Hag  affirms sub Ronaldo wouldn't come on in prevail upon Tottenham and sends 'values' cautioning - Africaland Forum 


'There are ramifications' - Man Utd boss Ten Hag  affirms sub Ronaldo wouldn't come on in prevail upon Tottenham and sends 'values' cautioning - Africaland Forum



'There are ramifications' - Man Utd boss Ten Hag  affirms sub Ronaldo wouldn't come on in prevail upon Tottenham and sends 'values' cautioning - Africaland Forum 

Erik ten Hag has affirmed that Cristiano Ronaldo wouldn't come on as a late substitute for Manchester Joined against Tottenham and will be rebuffed


Portuguese stomped off against Prods

Not blissful being on the seat

Has been dropped for outing to Chelsea

What was the deal? The Portuguese superstar wound up back on the seat for a Chief Association meeting with Prods and took off down the passage before a 2-0 triumph for the Red Fiends had been affirmed. Joined have since expressed that Ronaldo will have no impact in their excursion to Chelsea on Saturday, as he is compelled to prepare with the club's Under-21 side, with Ten Witch anxious to make himself clear to a player that likewise left Old Trafford right on time back in July in the wake of being supplanted during a cordial with Rayo Vallecano.


WHAT THEY SAID: Subsequent to affirming that Ronaldo had censured his solicitation to enter the conflict against Prods, Ten Witch added on his likely arrangements for the five-time Ballon d'Or victor: "He stays a significant player in the crew. I'm the director, I'm liable for the way of life here and I need to set norms and values and I need to control them. In the group, we have values and guidelines and I need to control that. After Vallecano, I let him know it was unsatisfactory however not him everybody, this is the subsequent time, there are ramifications. We miss him tomorrow. It's a miss for the crew however it's significant for the demeanor and mindset of the gathering and presently we need to zero in on Chelsea as that is significant."


THE Master plan: Ten Witch proceeded to say of making the untouched extraordinary work away from the remainder of the senior crew: "It will have a (period for) reflection for him, yet additionally for every other person. I said toward the beginning of the time, next time there must be ramifications in any case when you are living respectively and playing together, football is a group activity and you need to satisfy specific guidelines. Furthermore, I need to control it."

Power ranking every single Nigerian player in the Premier League so far this season - Africaland Forum

p>Power ranking every single Nigerian player in the Premier League so far this season - Africaland Forum 

Power ranking every single Nigerian player in the Premier League so far this season - Africaland Forum

Power ranking every single Nigerian player in the Premier League so far this season - Africaland Forum 


Frank Lampard took off Alex Iwobi interestingly since February… so how does the new exhibition plunge influence his situation in our rankings?

Eberechi Eze replaced Alex Iwobi last week however did he unite with Precious stone Castle confronting Leicester City and Wolverhampton Vagabonds somewhat recently?

In West London, Straight to the point Onyeka began two games for Brentford interestingly this season when the Honey bees went head to head with Brighton and Hove Albion and Chelsea. 

5Joe Aribo

Aribo has responded with two strong performances since that torrid afternoon against Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium.

The Southampton attacking midfielder played in the 1-1 draw against West Ham United and was key in the Saints’ midweek success over a Bournemouth side that were on the longest unbeaten run in the league heading into Wednesday’s meeting.

Aribo and his teammates picked up a 1-0 win to keep their first clean sheet of the season.

The Super Eagle rises from the previous position of fifth. 


4Alex Iwobi

The last couple of games have not been kind to Iwobi. The Everton man was manacled by Frank Lampard’s tactics at Tottenham Hotspur and a disappointing showing in Wednesday’s outing at Newcastle saw him replaced after 72 minutes, ending his extended run of 90-minute appearances since late February.

Having been supplanted by Eberechi Eze last time out, Iwobi drops from second place this week. 


3Dominic Solanke

Solanke’s shooting may have been off-kilter in the 1-0 defeat by Southampton in midweek, but he still turned in an encouraging performance.

Bournemouth’s go-to forward had a hand in both goals in the 2-2 draw at Fulham, taking his goal involvements to three in as many appearances.


2Michael Olise

Iwobi’s underwhelming week sees Olise supplant the Everton man who previously occupied second spot.

The wide playmaker assisted Eberechi Eze’s leveller against Wolves on Tuesday and fashioned a staggering five opportunities in the turnaround.


1Eberechi Eze

Whenever Eze scores, Palace do not lose.

The Eagles attacking midfielder scored a header to level proceedings against Wolves and was instrumental in the move that saw Wilfried Zaha score the winner with 20 minutes remaining.

Iwobi seemed to have a stranglehold on top spot but Eze has not only overtaken the Everton man but has also consolidated with another prominent showing against managerless Wolves.

'Ronaldo a Manchester United menace, very much like Pogba' - Responses after Cristiano is dropped for Chelsea fixture - Africaland Forum

'Ronaldo a Manchester United menace, very much like Pogba' - Responses after Cristiano is dropped for Chelsea fixture - Africaland Forum 


'Ronaldo a Manchester United menace, very much like Pogba' - Responses after Cristiano is dropped for Chelsea fixture - Africaland Forum


'Ronaldo a Manchester United menace, very much like Pogba' - Responses after Cristiano is dropped for Chelsea fixture - Africaland Forum 

The 37-year-old infuriated club director Erik ten Hag in the wake of strolling down the passage while the Red Devils were taking on Tottenham Hotspur

A cross-segment of allies across Africa have communicated blended responses after Manchester Joined affirmed Cristiano Ronaldo won't head out with the crew to confront Chelsea on Saturday.

The club's assertion came after the 37-year-old was found leaving the pitch before the full-time whistle during their 2-0 Chief Association triumph against Tottenham Hotspur at Old Trafford on Wednesday.

The Portuguese worldwide was an unused sub during the installation and his activity saw supervisor Erik ten Witch take the choice to avoid him with regards to the conflict against the Blues at Stamford Bridge. 

Fans have taken to virtual entertainment to give their contemplations on the most recent adventure including Ronaldo, with some contrasting him with Paul Pogba, who left the club in June upon the expiry of his agreement.

Very much like Pogba, he is a hazard and a weakening power in the changing area. He ought to leave quickly. Club is greater than him. - Dairo Saheed Ololade

The end is close to very much like it happened to Pogba, it's in any event, coming rapidly than we conceive. Lowliness and magnanimity is the key. - Vincent Brian

EPL: Ex-Sampdoria Coach Ranieri Determined To Make Management Return - Africaland Forum

EPL: Ex-Sampdoria Coach Ranieri Determined To Make Management Return - Africaland  Forum 


EPL: Ex-Sampdoria Coach Ranieri Determined To Make Management Return - Africaland Forum


EPL: Ex-Sampdoria Coach Ranieri Determined To Make Management Return - Africaland Forum 


Former Sampdoria mentor, Claudio Ranieri, has said he would be happy to get back to football the board.

He has been jobless since being sacked by Watford last season.

He told Radio Marca, "I trust a decent venture will be proposed to me, I truly need to mentor. I'm not searching for a specific group.

"Like a medication for the adrenaline gets into your blood. You generally need to give your all for your group, for your fans, for the players, for society, for the entire world.

"Being without football is like resting and I could do without that, I generally need to be conscious observing every one of the games."

He added, "Luckily my profession as a mentor has been exceptional than as a footballer. Furthermore, it's more drawn out, regardless of whether it's more hard to be a mentor than a player, in light of the fact that the mentor is answerable for everything.

"You need to oversee everything well, in the event that it turns out badly the club loses cash and the love of the fans decreases."



Tuesday, October 18, 2022

Agent: Victor Osimhen is happy At Napoli, wants long term Contract — Africaland Forum

 Agent: Victor Osimhen is happy At Napoli, wants long term Contract — Africaland Forum 


Agent: Victor Osimhen is happy At Napoli, wants long term Contract — Africaland Forum

 Agent: Victor Osimhen is happy At Napoli, wants long term Contract — Africaland Forum 


Super Eagles star, Victor Osimhen’s agent, Roberto Calenda says his client is happy at the club and is not interested in leaving. 


This comes as the Edo born forward has been linked with a host of premier league clubs over the last two seasons.


Osimhen linked up with the Partenopei from Ligue 1 outfit, Lille in 2022 and has established himself as a key player for the club.The 23-year-old finished as Napoli’s top scorer in his first two seasons at the club.


“We haven’t found out now that Osimhen is the subject of interest from so many teams, but things are done in three: who sells, who buys and the player,” Calenda told Radio Kiss Kiss Napoli on Monday, October 17.


“I was immediately clear this summer because I knew there would be a lot of news coming out from those who had other interests perhaps. But I, the boy and Napoli had very clear ideas.”


“Whoever talked about a departure made a mistake. It was Victor’s will to stay at Napoli and play the Champions League that he won entry to last year together with his teammates,”he added.


“Victor wanted exactly that, to have a great year with Napoli, between the league and the Champions League. He has a long contract with the Azzurri. The market is dynamic, but our will is to continue at Napoli and continue to do well.”


Osimhen has scored four goals and recorded one assist in eight appearances across all competitions for Napoli this season.


Tuesday, May 24, 2022

Sports: Premier League’s top African star in each stat category

                       Sports: Premier League’s top African star in each stat category 


Sports: Premier League’s top African star in each stat category


Mohamed Salah tops this category for African players, and indeed across the Premier League, as he ended the campaign with 23 goals tied in top spot overall with Son Heung-min.

The Egypt superstar’s haul wins him his third Premier League Golden Boot as he becomes the first African player to top the scoring charts in three separate PL campaigns.

Salah again leads the way here, having registered 13 assists throughout the campaign. It’s again the most of any player in the division during the course of the season, as the Liverpool sensation becomes only the fourth player in Prem history to lead both the goal charts and the assists charts in a single campaign.

https://www.goal.com/en-ng/lists/revealed-premier-league-s-top-african-star-in-each-stat/bltad8eb243bff28b75#csb301fb3685c81935

Sports: Mbappe admits to Liverpool transfer talks before signing new contract at PSG by Goal

 Sports: Mbappe admits to Liverpool transfer talks before signing new contract at PSG by Goal 

Sports: Mbappe admits to Liverpool transfer talks before signing new contract at PSG by Goal

The World Cup-winning forward has revealed that he spoke “a little bit” with those at Anfield before deciding to pen fresh terms in France.

Kylian Mbappe has revealed that he held transfer talks with Liverpool prior to signing a lucrative new contract at Paris Saint-Germain, with discussions having now taken place with the Reds on two occasions in his career to date.

A World Cup-winning forward was widely tipped to depart Parc des Princes this summer as a free agent, with Real Madrid seemingly leading the race for his signature – with GOAL confirming that terms were agreed with La Liga heavyweights at one stage.

https://www.goal.com/en-ng/news/mbappe-liverpool-transfer-talks-new-contract-psg/bltd0ccc99d68469a9c