The audacity of the Panenka: genius, gamble or gamesmanship?

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The audacity of the Panenka: genius, gamble or gamesmanship?

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 weeks ago

To understand the intent, it helps to revisit the origin. Panenka honed the method in training with Bohemians Prague, wagering…

EPL: Carrick not front-runner as United target Tuchel for United managerial Job

Femi Fabunmi

2 weeks ago

Carrick was appointed until the end of the season after the club dismissed Ruben Amorim. Since stepping in, Carrick has…

EPL: Van Dijk header ends Sunderland’s unbeaten home run

Femi Fabunmi

2 weeks ago

Liverpool became the first team to beat Sunderland at home in the Premier League this season after a 1-0 win…

Ruthless Man. City crush Fulham to keep pressure on Arsenal

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 weeks ago

Manchester City delivered a commanding performance to defeat Fulham 3-0 at the Etihad Stadium on Wednesday, in Premier League match,…

Tottenham sack coach Thomas Frank

Michael Adesina

2 weeks ago

Tottenham Hotspur have sacked head coach Thomas Frank after the club’s poor run of form in the English Premier League.

Éric Chelle Emerges as Top Candidate for Olympique Marseille Coaching Role

Femi Fabunmi

2 weeks ago

Super Eagles head coach Éric Chelle has emerged as one of the leading candidates to take over the vacant coaching…

Referee who handled Nigeria’s AFCON clash suspended

Femi Fabunmi

2 weeks ago

The federation stated that the suspension has no fixed end date. Guirat will undergo further review and assessment before any…

NFF confirms Eric Chelle will remain Super Eagles coach

Michael Adesina

2 weeks ago

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has confirmed that Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle will continue in his role, dismissing…

Sesko strikes at death to rescue draw for Man. United

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 weeks ago

In the 50th minute, Tomáš Souček reacted quickest inside the area to convert a low finish following a perfectly weighted…

Leeds shock Chelsea at Stamford Bridge with stunning late comeback

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 weeks ago

However, Leeds refused to fold and their resilience was rewarded midway through the second half. A clumsy challenge from Moisés…

Transfer: Simba SC, Raja Casablanca battle for Super Eagles goalie, Nwabali

Femi Fabunmi

2 weeks ago

His impressive showing at the continental competition has increased his value and made him one of the most sought-after goalkeepers…

I want to coach Real Madrid – Eric Chelle

Michael Adesina

2 weeks ago

Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has openly declared his ambition to one day manage Spanish football powerhouse Real Madrid,…

U-20 WWCQ: Falconets aim to extend advantage in Dakar showdown

Femi Fabunmi

2 weeks ago

The team will leave Abeokuta for Lagos, where they will board a flight to Senegal. Coach Moses Aduku has emphasized…

EPL Title Race: Guardiola sends warning to Arsenal

Femi Fabunmi

2 weeks ago

According to Guardiola, City’s main task is to continue putting pressure on Mikel Arteta’s team and remain close enough to…

Osimhen smashes Galatasaray record, becomes 4th highest scoring foreign player

Michael Adesina

2 weeks ago

Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen has become the club’s all-time fourth-highest scoring foreign player after netting in Sunday’s 3-0 win over…

Real Madrid sink Valencia as Mbappé strikes in stoppage time

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 weeks ago

Deep into stoppage time, Kylian Mbappé sealed the victory in the 91st minute, latching onto a superb through pass and…

NPFL: Ikorodu City go top, Remo Stars stunned in Kano

Femi Fabunmi

2 weeks ago

Joseph Arumala scored both goals for Ikorodu City. He gave his team the lead shortly after the half-hour mark and…

Osimhen strikes again in Galatasaray’s dominant win over Rizespor

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 weeks ago

Galatasaray doubled their advantage just after the hour mark in the 62nd minute. Yunus Akgun met another superb delivery from…

CAF CL: Rivers United eliminated after Pyramids’ 4–1 comeback in Uyo

Femi Fabunmi

2 weeks ago

Pyramids will conclude their group stage campaign at home against Power Dynamos, knowing their knockout spot is already secured.

Anfield in Shock: Late goal sends Liverpool crashing as Man City claim victory

Michael Adesina

2 weeks ago

Manchester City turned a tense contest on its head at Anfield on Sunday, claiming a dramatic 2-1 victory over Liverpool…

Crystal Palace end winless run with narrow victory over Brighton

Michael Adesina

2 weeks ago

Crystal Palace secured a crucial 1-0 Premier League victory over rivals Brighton & Hove Albion on Sunday, with Ismaila Sarr…

Ronaldo vs Al-Nassr: Fans support star, club stands Its ground

Femi Fabunmi

2 weeks ago

This contrasts with Al-Nassr fans, who have shown support for the 41-year-old, including protests during Al-Nassr’s 2-0 win over Al-Ittihad.

Falconets snatch crucial win over Senegal in World Cup qualifier

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 weeks ago

Nigeria, however, suffered a setback when striker Janet Akokoromowei was forced off through injury in the first half, raising concerns…

Yamal, Lewandowski and Bernal fire Barcelona to crush Mallorca

Michael Adesina

2 weeks ago

Barcelona strengthened their grip at the top of La Liga after a commanding 3-0 victory over Mallorca at the Nou…

Summerville, Taty fire West Ham to Burnley win

Michael Adesina

2 weeks ago

West Ham United boosted their Premier League survival hopes after defeating Burnley 2-0 at Turf Moor on Saturday in a…

EPL: Arsenal beat Sunderland to go nine points clear

Femi Fabunmi

2 weeks ago

Manchester City can reduce the gap on Sunday, but they face a tough away match against Liverpool, a ground where…

Arsenal tighten title grip, smash Sunderland as Gyokeres runs riot

Michael Adesina

2 weeks ago

Arsenal moved further clear at the top of the Premier League table after defeating Sunderland 3-0 at the Emirates Stadium…

Palmer hat-trick powers Chelsea past Wolves in crucial top-four boost

Michael Adesina

2 weeks ago

Chelsea boosted their top-four hopes after defeating Wolves 3-1 in their Premier League clash at Molineux on Saturday, with Cole…

EPL: Manchester United beat Tottenham 2–0 at Old Trafford

Femi Fabunmi

2 weeks ago

Tottenham, the defeat adds to a poor run of form. They are now winless in seven league games, and the…

EPL Spotlight: Taiwo Awoniyi clinches Nottingham Forest goal of the month

Femi Fabunmi

2 weeks ago

At 28 years old, Awoniyi has made only a few league appearances for Nottingham Forest this season, but this achievement…

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