Author: David Ayomide
LAGOS, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA) Erling Haaland and Phil Foden both found the net to secure a 3-0 victory for Manchester City against their neighbors, Manchester United. The defending champions now sit in third place, just two points behind Premier League leaders Tottenham. City had previously suffered two consecutive losses in away games, but their performance at Old Trafford demonstrated their superiority over a struggling United side. Despite facing a series of injuries and narrowly winning their recent matches, the host team had glaring weaknesses across the field. Thanks to a series of fine saves by Andre Onana, the scoreline…
LAGOS , Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA) Inter Miami superstar Lionel Messi received a fresh haircut from his barber in Miami as he got ready to attend the Ballon d’Or ceremony in Paris on Monday. The event was anticipated with excitement, as Messi aimed to secure his eighth Ballon d’Or trophy, making it a record-extending achievement. His chances were high after leading Argentina to World Cup victory in Qatar last year. Nonetheless, he faced stiff competition from the remarkable Erling Haaland of Manchester City, who played a pivotal role in securing the European and English treble for his team. READ ALSO:…
LAGOS, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA) – Jadon Sancho is on the brink of leaving Manchester United in January, as his future at the club is believed to be hanging by a thread, with a reported likelihood of “90 percent” of his exit. The English winger has been undergoing individual training sessions at the academy facilities since early October. Following his public criticism of United manager Erik ten Hag, where he accused him of being untruthful about the reasons for dropping him during a 3-1 loss to Arsenal, For weeks now, the 23-year-old has been working in isolation at Carrington, unable…
LAGOS, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA) – Renowned football star Cristiano Ronaldo has gifted UFC legend Francis Ngannou an £87,000 luxury watch ahead of Ngannou’s crossover fight with Tyson Fury in Saudi Arabia this weekend. Ngannou proudly displayed the Jacob and Co watch, which came in a CR7-styled case, after receiving it from the limited edition collection called ‘Heart of Ronaldo’ outside a Jacob and Co store. Ngannou, expressing his appreciation, stated, ‘Got to pick up my new watch ahead of fight week here in Riyadh’ and affectionately referred to Ronaldo as his ‘brother.’ READ ALSO: How Ronaldo Surpassed Talent To…
LAGOS, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA) – Ajax has made the decision to terminate the contract of head coach Maurice Steijn as the club currently finds itself second-bottom in the Eredivisie. The Dutch powerhouse suffered a 4-3 defeat at the hands of Utrecht, marking their fourth league loss of the season and leaving them with only five points from seven games. This poor performance has pushed Ajax down to 17th place, in the relegation zone. A statement from the club read, “Ajax and Maurice Steijn will part ways with immediate effect. “The club management and Steijn have agreed that the coach…
Lagos, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA) – WBC heavyweight champion Tyson Fury has issued a legal threat to fellow boxer Oleksandr Usyk, warning that he will sue if their anticipated fight does not occur this year. Last month, both fighters announced they had reached an agreement to face each other in the first undisputed heavyweight bout to determine the first undisputed champion since Lennox Lewis. According to ESPN, the fight is scheduled for 23 December or January 2024, contingent on Fury’s performance against Francis Ngannou this weekend. READ ALSO: Tyson Vs Fury: Hearn Insists Talks Are Continuing With ‘No Deadline Set’…
LAGOS, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA) – Cole Palmer expressed his regret to Mauricio Pochettino after inadvertently tossing a bottle at the Chelsea manager during Chelsea’s 2-2 draw with Arsenal at Stamford Bridge. Chelsea squandered a two-goal lead in their recent London derby against Arsenal, with Leandro Trossard netting a dramatic equalizer for the visitors just six minutes from time. Palmer, who had scored the opening goal from the penalty spot, was in the process of grabbing a drink when the equalizer occurred and accidentally hit Pochettino with the bottle when he discarded it. The 21-year-old promptly apologized to his manager…
LAGOS, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA) – A report has surfaced claiming that Casemiro harbors regrets about his decision to join Manchester United, largely due to perceived ‘institutional instability’ at Old Trafford. The Brazilian midfielder made a high-profile move from Real Madrid to Old Trafford last summer and enjoyed a strong debut season under Erik ten Hag, contributing significantly to United’s top-four finish and Carabao Cup victory. However, this season has seen Casemiro struggle, and according to Catalan publication EL Nacional, he is reportedly experiencing regrets about his choice to join the Red Devils. The report further suggests that his tenure…
LAGOS, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA) – Virgil van Dijk has brought a fresh pre-match ritual to Liverpool, implementing team huddles as the club’s newly appointed captain. With Jordan Henderson departing for Al-Ettifaq in Saudi Arabia, Jurgen Klopp handed the captain’s armband to the commanding Dutch defender ahead of the 2023-24 season. Van Dijk’s selection was a natural choice given his position on the field and the respect he has earned over the years. Van Dijk wasted no time making his mark, gathering his teammates together before kick-off on matchdays. Explaining this new tradition, he said, “It was something we did…
LAGOS, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA) – Lionel Messi’s earnings at Inter Miami have surpassed the combined payroll of 25 MLS clubs, unveiling the impressive financial package associated with the Argentine superstar’s move to the United States. The seven-time Ballon d’Or winner made a sensational transfer to Inter Miami over the summer, becoming a free agent after his tenure at Paris Saint-Germain. David Beckham, the legendary figure from Manchester United and England who is now a co-owner of Inter Miami, played a pivotal role in facilitating this deal after a decade of behind-the-scenes efforts. Messi has immediately left his mark in…