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Kanu: Iheanacho is one of the best strikers in the world

Kanu: Iheanacho is one of the best strikers in the world

Nigeria Super Eagles legend Nwankwo Kanu says his compatriot Kelechi Iheanacho is currently one of the best strikers in the world. Iheanacho has scored 18 goals for Premier League side Leicester City across all competitions this season, which is proving to be his best campaign in England. On Saturday, the Nigerian helped Leicester win the FA Cup for the first time ever after defeating Chelsea 1-0 at the Wembley Stadium in London. Kanu, who played for Arsenal and Portsmouth in the Premier League during his playing days, stated that Iheanacho’s resurgence is a big lesson at Leicester where he...

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France announces Euro 2020 26-member squad

France announces Euro 2020 26-member squad

Real Madrid striker Karim Benzema has been named in France’s 26-man squad for the 2021 European Championship (Euro 2020) after an absence of nearly six years. Benzema has not played for his country since 2015 as a result of his alleged involvement in an attempted blackmail case involving an ex-France teammate. The 33-year-old missed France’s Euro 2016 campaign and 2018 FIFA World Cup win as a result of the allegations. In January 2021, French prosecutors announced Benzema would face trial. He is accused of paying individuals to extort money from midfielder Mathieu Valbuena by threatening to make a sex...

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Harry Kane has asked to leave Tottenham Hotspur

Harry Kane has asked to leave Tottenham Hotspur

Tottenham and England captain – Harry Kane – has asked to leave the north London club at the end of this season and wants to get clarity on which club he will be joining before the Euros begin. As speculation around Kane’s future increased on Monday evening, the club issued a statement saying: “Our focus is on finishing the season as strongly as possible. That’s what everyone should be focused on.” Sources have said that the England captain, who has a contract until 2024, has not handed in an official transfer request or directly communicated a wish to move....

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The Rise of Sports Betting in Nigeria

The Rise of Sports Betting in Nigeria

Due to the expansion of the internet, the sports betting industry of Nigeria has flourished. According to various reports, Nigerians wager around $2 billion every year with licensed sportsbooks. As online betting is becoming more prevalent, the number is expected to continue to rise in the coming years. Nigeria is estimated to surpass the United States of America (USA) by 2050 due to its rapidly growing population. Since 2005, online sports betting has been practiced in Nigeria openly and therefore, it has become an extremely profitable industry. It is not only lucrative for private businesses but also for the...

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Roberto Mancini signs Italy contract extension till 2026

Roberto Mancini signs Italy contract extension till 2026

Italy coach Roberto Mancini has been given a contract extension until 2026, which will see him remain in charge of the men’s national football team for the next two World Cups (Qatar 2022 and USA, Canada & Mexico 2026). Italy won all 10 of their games in the Euro 2020 qualifiers and will kick-off the Euro 2020 finals against a tricky Turkey side on 11th June 2021. The announcement by the Italian Football Federation came three weeks before Italy play Turkey in Rome to open the European Championship finals. Mancini led Italy to a perfect 10 wins in qualifying...

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