Rangers transfer state of play as Cyriel Dessers 'escalates' exit and rising Ibrox prodigy to pen long-term deal
Wanted Cyriel Dessers has reportedly handed in a transfer request at Rangers to escalate his looming transfer to Greek champions PAOK.
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Rangers clearout continues as Cyriel Dessers in ‘advanced’ transfer talks with Greek giants
Rangers striker Cyriel Dessers is reportedly closing in on a move to PAOK.
Israel Adesanya to return vs. Dricus Du Plessis at UFC 305 - ESPN
Former UFC middleweight champion Israel Adesanya announced on social media that he will return from his self-imposed hiatus to face current champion Dricus Du Plessis at UFC 305, which takes place at the RAC Arena in Perth, Australia.
Coach Jesse Marsch finalizes Canadian men's roster for 1st Copa America appearance
Canada coach Jesse Marsch has finalized his roster for Copa America, finding places for late call-ups Ali Ahmed, Tani Oluwaseyi and Jacen Russell-Rowe in his 26-man squad.
Nigeria beat Liberia to qualify for U-17 women’s World Cup
A brace from Harmony Chidi earned Nigeria’s Flamingos a 2-0 win against Liberia on Friday in Abuja, and a ticket to the 2024 FIFA women’s U-17 World Cup in the Dominican Republic.
Expensive away games: Poverty, profit, performance hobble demand for local league
With return tickets for players and officials to venues of 15 away matches costing over N2 billion in a season, the prohibitive cost of air travel has forced football clubs in the country to stick to gruelling and hazardous road trips, which compromises not only players’ health but also their performance on the pitch, and attendant quality of the game. Unfortunately, huge government financing has watered down agitation for an abridged cum regional league format, just as team managers are also making a fortune keeping their players on the road for days – at the expense of football development, CHRISTIAN OKPARA reports.
Remo Stars poised for NPFL glory after steady rise
As the Nigerian Premier Football League (NPFL) 2024 season draws to a close, Remo Stars have emerged as strong contenders for the league trophy. Their journey over the last two seasons has been remarkable, each year fighting gallantly and getting stronger. Building on their impressive third-place finish in 2022 and a tantalisingly close second place in 2023, the team’s upward trajectory suggests they are on the cusp of greatness. Fans and their coach hope this year will culminate in a championship title.
Enugu Rangers poised for eighth NPFL title as Remo Stars face tough away game
The 2023/24 NPFL league winners could be decided this Sunday if Enugu Rangers secure a home victory and Remo Stars falter in their away match. Enugu Rangers will host Bendel Insurance, while Remo Stars will be away to Sunshine Stars.