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Mbappe brace helps PSG to thrilling win at Bayern Munich

Olawale Alabi Apr 8, 2021 0

Kylian Mbappe’s double and a goal from skipper Marquinhos guided Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) to a 3-2 away victory over Bayern Munich in the 2020/2021 UEFA Champions League on Wednesday.Mbappe’s brace steered the visitors to victory over…

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Manchester City edge Borussia Dortmund with last-gasp Foden winner

Olawale Alabi Apr 7, 2021 0

Manchester City’s Phil Foden grabbed a last-minute winner as they beat Borussia Dortmund 2-1 in their 2020/2021 UEFA Champions League quarter-final first leg match on Tuesday.Foden’s goal was a saving grace after Marco Reus had netted a…

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UCL: Real Madrid’s Vinicius scores twice to stun Liverpool

Dianabasi Effiong Apr 7, 2021 0

Real Madrid forward Vinicius Jr scored twice as they punished a sloppy Liverpool side to win 3-1 at home in Tuesday’s UEFA Champions League quarter-final first leg match.The 20-year-old Brazilian fired the 13-times European champions…

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How Chelsea thumped Atletico Madrid to reach UCL quarter-finals

Olawale Alabi Mar 18, 2021 0

Chelsea beat Atletico Madrid 2-0 on Wednesday to reach the UEFA Champions League quarter-finals for the first time since 2014.Hakim Ziyech and Emerson Palmieri were on target to give coach Thomas Tuchel’s rejuvenated team a 3-0…

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Ruthless Bayern Munich complete job against Lazio to ease into last eight

Olawale Alabi Mar 18, 2021 0

Holders Bayern Munich cruised into the UEFA Champions League quarter-finals for the ninth time in the last 10 seasons.This was after beating Lazio 2-1 at the Allianz Arena on Wednesday to secure a 6-2 aggregate victory.Leading 4-1…

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Update: PSG face Barca in UCL Round of 16 draw

John Ogunsemore Dec 14, 2020 0

Barcelona will face Paris St. Germain (PSG) and former striker Neymar while title holders Bayern Munich are up against Italy’s Lazio in the 2020/2021 UCL last 16 draw held on Monday.The UCL draw took place at UEFA headquarters in Nyon,…

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UCL Draw: Messi’s Barcelona To Face Ronaldo’s Juve (Full Fixtures)

John Ogunsemore Oct 1, 2020 0

Barcelona will seek to put behind them the disappointments of the 2 - 8 thrashing by Bayern Munich from last season by getting the better of another top European team, Juventus in the group stages of the 2020/2021 UEFA Champions League.…

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Kiev, Olympiakos and Ferencvaros reach UCL group stages

Olawale Alabi Sep 30, 2020 0

Hungary’s Ferencvaros reached the UEFA Champions League group stage for the first time in 25 years after a 0-0 draw with Molde in their playoff round return leg on Tuesday. SEE ALSO: Hamburg misses Bundesliga promotion, Heidenheim to face…

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COVID-19: Barcelona confirm star tests positive ahead of UCL clash with Bayern Munich

John Ogunsemore Aug 12, 2020 0

Barcelona have confirmed that one of the club's players has tested positive for novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19).The club disclosed this in a statement shared on its website on Wednesday, although it did not name the player.…

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Don’t judge me based on one match – Sarri says as Juve crash out of UCL

Olawale Alabi Aug 8, 2020 0

Juventus coach Maurizio Sarri was understandably devastated on Friday by his team’s exit in the last-16 stage of the 2019/2020 UEFA Champions League after a 2-2 aggregate loss.But after losing to Olympique Lyonnais he said he did not…

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Napoli won’t defend against Barcelona – Gattuso

Victor Okoye Aug 8, 2020 0

Gennaro Gattuso was renowned in his playing days for his combative style, grit and determination but, as a coach, he believes his Napoli side are showing other qualities — even if nobody has noticed. “It takes time to get rid of a label,…

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Jesus takes Man City into UCL q/final over Real Madrid

Victor Okoye Aug 8, 2020 0

Manchester City reached the Champions League quarter-finals after beating Real Madrid 2-1 (4-2 on aggregate) at the Etihad Stadium on Friday, with scorers Raheem Sterling and Gabriel Jesus taking advantage of errors by defender Raphael…

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New Study Shows COVID-19 Can Lead To Brain Damages

Abiodun Oluleye Jul 8, 2020 0

A new study has found that infection with COVID-19 can lead to brain damages, including delirium and nerve damage, the study by researchers at University College London (UCL) showed on Wednesday. SEE ALSO: Brazil Marks More Than Half A…

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Beaten in Europe: Athletico Madrid beats Liverpool in UCL first leg

Alexander Ore Feb 18, 2020 0

Liverpool's hopes of successfully defending their champions league crown have suffered a setback after losing to Athletico Madrid away in Madrid on Tuesday night.The reds were outwitted in their own game as Athletico hassled and hurried…

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Over 100 fans arrested in Lille as Osimhen awaits UCL Opener

Adefemola Akintade Sep 17, 2019 0

The Dutch have taken at least 100 rebellious Lille fans into custody ahead of UEFA Champions League set to begin today. French club, Lille will be playing against Ajax. Nigerian player, Victor Osimhen plays for the French club.According…

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Neymar sees champions league ban reduced

Alexander Ore Sep 17, 2019 0

Controversial Brazilian forward Neymar Jr was handed a three champions league match ban for insulting match officials after Paris Saint Germain crashed out to a VAR decision in their match against Manchester United last season.Also…

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Liverpool: “We haven’t reached our full potential yet”

Alexander Ore Sep 16, 2019 0

To say Trent Alexander Arnold was instrumental to Liverpool Champions League title-winning race last season would be an understatement.Liverpool "go again" with a UCL opener with Napoli on Tuesday. Drawn in the same group as Salzburg…

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UCL: Barcelona crash out after shocking 4-0 loss to Liverpool

John Ogunsemore May 7, 2019 0

Spanish champions, Barcelona have crashed out of the UEFA Champions League after a shocking 4-0 defeat to Liverpool in the semi final second league clash at Anfield on Tuesday night.Dutch striker, Divock Origi netted a brace as…

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‘That’s why we love football’ – Spurs manager Pochettino

Kayode Adebiyi Apr 18, 2019 0

Tottenham Hotspur manager Mauricio Pochettino hailed his team as “heroes” after Wednesday’s astonishing Champions League quarter-final with Manchester City.The match ended in an away goals win for his team after ending 4-4 on aggregate.…

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Barcelona reach UCL semi-finals with Messi masterclass against Man Utd

Kayode Adebiyi Apr 16, 2019 0

Lionel Messi produced another masterful Champions League performance to knock out Manchester United and fire Barcelona into the semi-finals in a 3-0 home win on Tuesday.It was Barcelona’s first time of reaching the semi-final of the…

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Inter Milan Strike Two Late Goals to Sink Tottenham

News Agency of Nigeria Sep 18, 2018 0

Inter Milan struck twice late on to secure a stunning 2-1 victory over a crestfallen Tottenham Hotspur in their Group B opener at the San Siro on Tuesday.Mauro Icardi’s superb volley levelled the scores in the 86th minute and Matias…

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UCL: Lionel Messi Reveals Why He Rooted For Liverpool

Chibueze Jun 11, 2018 0

Barcelona star, Lionel Messi has revealed that he was rooting for Liverpool to beat Real Madrid UEFA Champions League Final.Messi is currently in Russia with the Argentina national team to compete for the 2018 World Cup tournament.…

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World Cup: Salah Opens Up On Injury

Chibueze Jun 10, 2018 0

Mohamed Salah left the pitch in tears last month after a heavy tackle from Real Madrid's captain, Sergio Ramos in the first half of Liverpool’s 3 - 1 defeat.He spoke to journalists about the injury and his chances of featuring in the…

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Salah Releases Statement On Injury

Chibueze May 28, 2018 0

Injured Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah has given a statement concerning his participation at the upcoming World Cup games.The 25-year-old Egyptian was wrestled to the ground by Real Madrid captain, Sergio Ramos in the 26th minute of…

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Bale Speaks On Leaving Real Madrid

Chibueze May 27, 2018 0

Gareth Bale, who scored an amazing overhead kick goal in last night's Champions League final against Liverpool, has given a hint that he might leave Real Madrid.Bale, who got transfered from Tottenham in 2013 spoke about the match and…

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Salah calls for final focus after sweeping awards

News Agency of Nigeria May 11, 2018 0

Multi-award winning Liverpool forward, Mohamed Salah is not resting on his laurels as he urged the club to end the Premier League season with a last day victory.The prolific striker made the call ahead of their trip to the Champions…

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Liverpool Were Lucky To Get Past Roma – Relieved Klopp Says

Agency Report May 3, 2018 0

Liverpool manager Juergen Klopp has admitted his side needed luck to get past AS Roma in the second leg tie of their UEFA Champions League semi-final pairing on Wednesday in Rome.The German said they were lucky much to his relief after…

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UCL: Real Madrid snatch comeback win in Munich

News Agency of Nigeria Apr 26, 2018 0

Holders Real Madrid came from a goal down to snatch a precious 2-1 victory at wasteful Bayern Munich on WednesdayThe result means the defending champions carry a considerable advantage into their Champions League semifinal second leg in…

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Maradona: Madrid’s Penalty Against Juventus Not Worth It

John Ogunsemore Apr 15, 2018 0

Legendary footballer, Diego Maradona has said that the penalty awarded to Real Madrid in the UEFA Champions League quarter final second leg game on Wednesday night against Juventus was not worth it.Lucas Vazquez had gone down inside the…

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“Messi Is Inferior To Ronaldo” – Ex-Barcelona Player

John Ogunsemore Apr 14, 2018 0

A former teammate of Lionel Messi at Barcelona, Alexander Hleb has described Cristiano Ronaldo as a better player than Messi at providing leadership for his team at critical moments.He said this in an interview with Sport Express after…

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