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Southgate focused on England amid United links

 England manager Gareth Southgate looks on during the England mnes training session at St Georges Park on March 20, 2024 in Burton-upon-Trent, England. England boss Gareth Southgate insists his focus remains on this summer's European Championships amid links to Manchester United.The 53-year-old will lead England at Euro 2024 in Germany in what could be his fourth and final tournament in charge of the national team.Southgate’s Football Association contract expires in December and he is reportedly a candidate for Manchester United should they decide to part company with under-fire manager Erik ten Hag.However, when asked how he felt about being a favourite for the United job in an interview with ITV News, the England boss insisted he is not thinking beyond this summer."I’m not a bi...
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Messi plays through a scare, Inter Miami rallies past Montreal 3-2 for fifth straight win

 Lionel Messi #10 of Inter Miami dribbles the ball between Joaquín Sosa #3 and Samuel Piette #6 of CF Montréal during the second half at Saputo Stadium on May 11, 2024 in Montreal, Quebec. Lionel Messi played the entire game despite a first-half injury scare, Benjamin Cremaschi broke a tie in the 59th minute and Inter Miami overcame an early two-goal deficit to beat Montreal 3-2 on Saturday night for its fifth consecutive Major League Soccer victory.Luis Suarez got his 11th goal of the season for Inter Miami, and Matías Rojas scored off a free kick. Jules-Anthony Vilsaint and Bryce Duke scored for Montreal (3-5-3).Inter Miami (8-2-3) extended its unbeaten streak to seven matches (5-0-2) despite Messi being held without a goal or an assist for the first time in his nine MLS appear...
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Marseille knocked out before Europa League final as Atalanta dominate

 Ademola Lookman of Atalanta Bc celebrates after scoring his team's first goal during the UEFA Europa League 2023/24 Semi-Final second leg match between Atalanta BC and Olympique de Marseille at Stadio Atleti Azzurri d'Italia on May 9, 2024 in Bergamo, Italy. Atalanta claimed the biggest win in their history on Thursday after sweeping aside Marseille 3-0 and booking a place in the Europa League final.Goals from Ademola Lookman, academy product Matteo Ruggeri and El Bilal Toure put Atalanta through to their first ever European final with a 4-1 aggregate win in front of delirious fans in Bergamo.Atalanta's passage to the Dublin final, where they will face Bayer Leverkusen, later this month was fully deserved after a dominant performance in which Marseille barely had a kick in yet a...
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Ex-soccer boss to stand trial for World Cup kiss

 The Former Spanish FA President Luis Rubiales leaves the Majadahonda courthouse on April 29, 2024 in Madrid, Spain.Judge Francisco de Jorge had ruled in January that Rubiales’ kiss was “unconsented and carried out unilaterally and in a surprising fashion”, and on Wednesday he confirmed the charges.Prosecutors seek a prison sentence of two-and-a-half years for Rubiales over the incident and for allegedly trying to coerce Hermoso to publicly support him amid the public backlash following the World Cup decider in August.The judge also ruled that former Spain coach Jorge Vilda, the sports director of Spain’s men’s team Albert Luque, and the federation’s former head of marketing Ruben Rivera, will also stand trial for trying to pressure Hermoso.The judge in January found sufficient eviden...
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‘I deserve respect,’ Simi responds to jibes from Samklef, Brymo

 Nigerian singer and songwriter, Simisola Kosoko, simply known as Simi, has responded to the recent jibes of Samuel Oguachuba, identified as Samklef, and Maverick singer Ọlawale Ọlọfọrọ, aka Brymo.Simi spoke in an interview with media personnel, Angela Yee on her programme titled, ‘Way Up’ on Tuesday.The wife of singer Adekunle Gold said she could not imagine the reasons behind Samklef and Brymo’s talks about nurturing feelings for her but claimed to be happy that her husband was always in her defence.She described their actions as more comedy than anything else anyone could think.When asked how she managed the jibes, Simi stated, “I don’t expect to be asked this. The thing is, I don’t even know what most of these people are like. I don’t know why they keep talking about me, but when ...
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Shan George shares update on alleged stolen N3.6m

 Actress Shan George has updated her friends and fans on the alleged N3.6 million life savings she lost to fraudsters.The Nation reported a few days ago that the seasoned actress had cried out for help after falling victim to a scam.In a distressing Instagram video, she pleaded for assistance as she revealed that an alarming sum of N3.6 million had mysteriously vanished from her Zenith bank account to an Opay account.In another development, she revealed that she had fully recovered her money, promising to share more details about how she recovered the money.She thereafter expressed gratitude to the authorities who helped her recover the money.Shan George also appreciated those who called, texted, and even sent her tokens to pursue the issue. She prayed for God’s abundant blessings upo...
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Jude Bellingham reveals which USMNT player is his best friend

Jude Bellingham of Real Madrid celebrates after Daniel Carvajal of Real Madrid scores the teams third goal during the LaLiga EA Sports match between Real Madrid CF and UD Almeria at Estadio Santiago Bernabeu on January 21, 2024 in Madrid, Spain.Real Madrid star Jude Bellingham opened up on a variety of topics in an interview with Topps UK.The wide ranging interview covered topics like his favorite teammates and what he does in his spare time.But before all of that, he revealed the person who he'd consider his best friend outside of the Real Madrid locker room.'I think Gio Reyna, Dortmund teammate, US national team,' Bellingham revealed.'Yeah, really good guy really good player, got on really well with him in Dortmund. I've not seen him for a while.'Bellingham was also asked about who the b...
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Rangers boss gives positive update on Leon Balogun’s contract extension

 Rangers manager Philippe Clement reacts after the Cinch Scottish Premiership match between Rangers FC and Celtic FC at Ibrox Stadium on April 07, 2024 in Glasgow, Scotland. Rangers boss, Philippe Clement, has given a hint of a possible contract extension for Super Eagles central defender, Leon Aderemi Balogun, Football Flame reports.The veteran centre-back, now 35 years old, joined the Scottish record Champions for a second spell from Queens Park Rangers, but the move hasn’t gone the way he planned.The former Mainz 05 defender didn’t feature in the team for three months before he was recalled into the first-eleven in April, putting in a great performance in their 2-0 win over Hearts in the Scottish Cup semi-final.Want to know more about livetscore check out our articleHe’s start...
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Leeds United must beat Southampton to send a Wembley message

 Daniel Farke, Manager of Leeds United gives a thumbs the fans after the Sky Bet Championship match between Leeds United and Stoke City at Elland Road on March 05, 2024 in Leeds, England.If Saturday's Elland Road clash with Southampton feels like Leeds United's biggest game of the season, then the next time Daniel Farke's men face the Saints could yet be even bigger.An incredible campaign comes to a head this weekend when the Whites host Russell Martin's men in a game they simply must win. Failure to do so will mean they are definitely in the play-offs, no matter what Ipswich Town do against Huddersfield Town.We all know the drill. Leeds have to win and Ipswich have to lose. Against second-bottom Huddersfield. At home. The odds are very much against that happening, although while ther...
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Mohbad’s wife, Wunmi speaks on secretly conducting DNA test for their son, Liam

 Wunmi, the wife of late Nigerian singer, Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba, better known as Mohbad, has denied reports of conducting two secret DNA tests for their baby, Liam.Speaking to SaharaReporters on Thursday, Wunmi dispelled the rumours, saying, “It is a lie.” It would be recalled that there has been controversy over the paternity of Liam, the only child of the late Mohbad, before his sudden demise.Joseph Aloba, the late singer’s father, has also been at loggerheads with his son’s wife, Wunmi, over the demand for a DNA test to determine whether Liam is indeed his grandson.Joseph’s stance has generated reactions on social media, with many Nigerians supporting him and others against him.Why I Hate Mohbad More In DeathMeanwhile, Law Lee, an associate of the popular singer Naira Mar...
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Toyin Tomato opens up on her experience with starting over in UK as a caregiver

 Actress Sola Sobowale arrives at the 2016 Toronto International Film Festival premiere of "The Wedding Party" at The Elgin on September 8, 2016 in Toronto, Canada.Fiery Nollywood actress Sola Sobowale, aka ‘Toyin Tomato’, has opened up about her experience with starting all over again in the United Kingdom as a caregiver.The seasoned actress, who recently told her story on Teju Babyface’s King of Talks podcast, also disclosed the reason behind her 2004–2016 departure from Nigeria.When the host of the show questioned her about why she described herself as “elevated omo odo,” which is roughly translated as “a glorified servant,” the gifted actress narrated the story as someone who had faced many challenges in life before being fortunate enough to have overcome them all.“When I started ...
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Roma player ratings vs Bayer Leverkusen: Bleak giallorossi close to elimination

 Stephan El Shaarawy of AS Roma and Florian Wirtz of Bayer 04 Leverkusen in action during the UEFA Europa League 2023/24 Semi-Final first leg match between AS Roma and Bayer 04 Leverkusen at Stadio Olimpico on May 02, 2024 in Rome, Italy. Undefeated Bundesliga champions Bayer Leverkusen proved a tall order for Roma and are on the brink of avenging last season’s Europa League semi-final heartache. Xabi Alonso’s side scored on either side of halftime to claim a comfortable 2-0 win at the Stadio Olimpico on Thursday.Goals from Florian Wurtz and Robert Andrich put Roma in a near-impossible situation ahead of the second-leg clash in Germany. Daniele De Rossi’s men were on the back foot for most of the game and looked seemingly incapable of creating any danger in front of Leverkusen’s ...
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“I’m in a league of my own” – Flavour boasts amid Wizkid and Davido’s saga

 Nigerian singer Flavour and dancers perform during the African Footballer of the Year Awards ceremony at the International Conference Centre in Accra, on January 4, 2018.Amid the current competition between superstar singers Wizkid and Davido, highlife great Chinedu Okoli, also known as Flavour, has underlined his dominance in the music industry.Flavour made the remark on his official X account, confirming his standing in the business.Want to know more about livetscore check out our articleHe stressed his unrivaled musical abilities, claiming that his talent distinguishes him from his contemporaries. Flavour stated that he is in a league of his own and is not in competition with anyone.The ‘Big Baller’ hitmaker boasted about his consistent ability to create hit songs and deliver expl...
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Why I Said Wizkid Disrespected Don Jazzy – Macaroni

 Wizkid attends the UK Premiere of "Bob Marley: One Love" at BFI Imax on January 30, 2024 in London, England.Nigerian skitmaker cum Nollywood actor, Adebowale Adedayo, popularly known as Mr Macaroni, has disclosed his reason for saying award-winning Afrobeat singer, Wizkid, disrespected the Mavin Records boss, Michael Ajereh, better known as Don Jazzy, with his controversial ‘influencer’ remark.Naija News reports that Macaroni, during a live show on Wazobia TV in Lagos on Wednesday, said Don Jazzy is an influencer and perhaps the biggest entertainment influencer in Africa, stressing that the context in which Wizkid presented him was disrespectful.According to the thespian, Don Jazzy is not just an ordinary influencer, referencing how the music executive reshaped the music industry wit...
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Harry and Meghan visiting Nigeria despite State Department’s advisory on travel there

Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex attend the Invictus Games One Year To Go Event on February 14, 2024 in Whistler, Canada.Prince Harry reportedly wants to promote the Invictus Games in Nigeria, while Meghan Markle may enjoy the opportunity to connect with her self-declared 43% Nigerian ancestry.But some security experts are scratching their heads at news that the couple plan to visit Nigeria this month. To the U.S. State Department, the African nation carries a “Level 3” advisory — the second highest risk level — because of concerns about crime, terrorism, civil unrest, kidnapping and armed gangs.The State Department strongly advises Americans to “reconsider travel” to Nigeria, where the country’s military also has been fighting a deadly war against Islamic extremi...
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Hull City Ladies relishing chance to beat Leeds United and secure promotion

 Players celebrate after Ellie Tanser of Hull City Ladies scored during the Adobe Women's FA Cup Third Round match between Hull City Ladies and Wolverhampton Wanderers Women at East Buy Stadium on December 17, 2023 in Barton upon Humber, England.Three points in tonight's Yorkshire derby for Hull City Ladies would seal promotion back to the Northern Premier Division ahead of the final weekend of action, and they could do it against rivals Leeds United.The Tigresses sit atop Division One North with a point advantage over rivals Middlesbrough but know victory against the Whites would see them establish a four-point lead with just Sunday's home clash with FC United of Manchester to come.City should have played Leeds on Sunday but the game was rescheduled after Garforth Town's pitch was de...
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Saudi oil giant Aramco agrees major FIFA sponsorship deal

 Saudi Aramco logo is screened on a mobile phone for illustration photo. Krakow, Poland on April 9th, 2024.Saudi Arabia's state oil giant Aramco and world football governing body FIFA on Thursday announced a major sponsorship agreement until the end of 2027.The deal is the latest high-profile investment in global sports for Saudi Arabia who have already been confirmed as the only bid for the 2034 World Cup.In a joint statement it was confirmed Aramco would become FIFA's Major Worldwide Partner exclusive in the energy category.The deal involves sponsorship rights for multiple events including the 2026 Men's World Cup and the Women's World Cup the following year.Want to know more about livetscore check out our article"We are delighted to welcome Aramco to FIFA's family of global partner...
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Luton Town – Centre Back Linked With Kenilworth Road Departure

 Gabe Osho of Luton Town reacts after a goal is disallowed during the Sky Bet Championship Play-Off Final between Coventry City and Luton Town at Wembley Stadium on May 27, 2023 in London, England. On Saturday, in the 5-1 defeat inflicted upon us by Brentford at Kenilworth Road, Gabe Osho made his long-awaited return from injury.Osho has been an impressive performer, this season, for the Hatters as they seek to retain their Premier League status.Joining Luton Town, from Reading, Osho’s game has developed enormously and it is fair to say he has established himself as a regular starter under the guidance of Rob Edwards and his back room staff.Want to know more about livetscore check out our articleIndeed, it is difficult to understand why his previous club, Reading, didn’t do more ...
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Messi scores twice to lead Inter Miami past Nashville

Lionel Messi #10 of Inter Miami celebrates after a goal during the second half against the Nashville SC at DRV PNK Stadium on April 20, 2024 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Lionel Messi scored twice to increase his Major League Soccer-leading total to seven and also had an assist to lead Inter Miami over Nashville SC 3-1 on Saturday night.Messi, who had his second two-goal game in MLS after scoring two against Orlando on March 2. He has a goal or assist in each of the six league matches he's played, missing four because of injury.Sergio Busquets scored his first goal with Miami since joining former Barcelona teammate Messi last summer.Miami (5-2-3, 21 points) is unbeaten in five matches against Nashville since Messi's arrival. Miami also remained in first place in the Eastern Conference....
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Emi Martinez banned for first leg of Aston Villa’s semi-final against Olympiacos

Emiliano Martinez of Aston Villa during the penalty shoot-out during the UEFA Europa Conference League 2023/24 Quarter-final second leg match between Lille OSC and Aston Villa at Stade Pierre-Mauroy on April 18, 2024 in Lille, France. Aston Villa Hero Emiliano Martinez will miss the Europa Conference League semi-final first leg against Olympiacos.The Argentina international saved two penalties in the 4-3 quarter-final shootout victory over Lille, but received a yellow card after firstly being warned for baiting the home crowd and then requesting a ball, the latter of which the referee apparently deemed to be further gamesmanship.That was Martinez’s second yellow card of the game but he was able to continue in the shootout because cards received during normal play do not carry over int...
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