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SINCE Johnny Giles stepped down as manager 45 years ago, Ireland have played 261 competitive games. Only once has a successor of his opted to start a League of Ireland player in a fixture that mattered. 4 League of Ireland players have not had the greatest access to the national…

Diego Maradona finally comes to EA FC 25 – here's how to get him EA FC 25 is adding Diego Maradona as a Grassroots Great, and players will be able to earn the Argentina legend for free in their Ultimate Team — here's how you can nab him Tech Lloyd…

This is the story of Etim Esin, the Nigerian star footballer who could have been One of the World Best Players but lost it all due to youthful exuberance. Before the days of Jay-Jay Okocha, there was a playmaker in the Nigerian team who was a great dribbler and was…

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia – Dan wasan ƙwallon ƙafa Cristiano Ronaldo ya bayyana kansa a matsayin ɗan wasa mafi cikakken tarihi, yana mai cewa ya fi Lionel Messi, Diego Maradona, da Pelé girma. Ronaldo, wanda ya ci lambar yabo ta Ballon d'Or sau biyar, ya yi magana ne a cikin wata…

Posted by African Examiner Latest Headlines, Sports News Tuesday, February 4th, 2025 (AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Portuguese superstar Cristiano Ronaldo has declared himself the best-ever player in the game, rating himself above bitter rival Lionel Messi; Argentina’s Diego Maradona; and the legendary Pele of Brazil.  Debates over who will be regarded…

Superstar footballer, Cristiano Ronaldo has declared himself the “most complete player ever” in the history of football. The Portuguese superstar spoke in a recent interview with Edu Aguirre, the journalist from ‘El Chiringuito’. Asked if he thinks he is the best footballer ever, Ronaldo admitted that fans may prefer the…

Lazio head coach Marco Baroni has pinpointed areas where Nigerian midfielder Fisayo Dele-Bashiru needs to improve despite his impressive performances in Lazio’s double victory over Napoli, Soccernet.ng reports. Dele-Bashiru played a full 90 minutes with energy and determination as Lazio secured a narrow 1-0 Serie A win against Napoli at…

CARSON, Calif. – Gastón Brugman did not need much reminding when Gabriel Pec’s goal was brought up. LA’s Brazilian winger scored plenty this year; 16 goals in the regular season and three more in the Audi MLS Cup Playoffs. But THE goal, the pick of the litter, was the jaw-dropping…

This content is intended for editorial use only. For other uses, additional clearances may be required.   -   Copyright © africanews Marcos Brindicci/Copyright 2020 The AP. All rights reserved Last updated: 06/12 - 18:57 Argentina An exhibition centred on football legend Diego Maradona has opened its doors in Buenos Aires. Dubbed…

Turkish Super Lig side Galatasaray are reportedly looking to a Chinese financial institution for support in securing the signature of Super Eagles’ Victor Osimhen, Soccernet.ng reports. Osimhen and Napoli’s relationship went sour in the 2023-24 season campaign. Following this, the Nigeria international secured a season-long loan move away from the…