PSG’s Serge Aurier “saves life” of Mali player

PSG’s Serge Aurier “saves life” of Mali player

Serge Aurier’s quick-thinking helped Mali’s Moussa Doumbia in a perilous on-field situation.

On Saturday the Ivory Coast beat Mali 3-1 in Bouake in a 2018 World Cup qualifier, but a harrowing incident occurred 20 minutes into the match with Mali leading 1-0.

Iwobi, Iheanacho sink Zambia

Alex Iwobi and Kelechi Iheanacho

Alex Iwobi and Kelechi Iheanacho got Nigeria off the mark in the 2018 world cup qualification race after strikes in the first half were enough to see off a tough Zambian side in what was an end-to-end encounter. Iwobi volleyed into the back of the net in the 32nd minute while Iheanacho doubled the advantage in the 42nd minute.

Although Collins Mbesuma of the Chipolopolo reduced the tally to one in the 71st minute, the Super Eagles held their own to earn three maximum points and start their world cup qualification campaign on a high note. The other teams in the group are Algeria and Cameroon.

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MIKEL CAPTAINS NIGERIA TO A POSITIVE WORLD CUP QUALIFYING RESULT AGAINST ZAMBIA

Mikel with team mates

Nigeria have started their World Cup qualifying campaign on the front foot, with an impressive 2-1 away victory against Zambia.
While Victor Moses missed the game, Mikel Obi and another Chelsea player, Kenneth Omeruo on loan to Alanyaspor in Turkey were in action for the entire duration in the 2-1 victory.

Rohr: Iwobi 'll do the damage in Ndola *vows Eagles 'll silence Chipolopolo

Super Eagles Technical Adviser Gerrot Rohr has stated that he is counting on Arsenal player Alex Iwobi to convert begging chances to goal when they face Chipolopolo of Zambia in Ndola.

I am now matured to lead Eagles – Mikel

Super Eagles Captain, John Obi Mikel, said he had matured to shoulder the responsibility of the team as Nigeria sought qualification for the 2018 World Cup in Russia. Mikel said this at the team’s interactive session with the media on Friday in Abuja.

OMG! Referee And Player Exchange Blows Over Red Card [WATCH VIDEO]

The Southern Division One league match between Amagagasi and Victoria Falls Tigers turned into a slugfest over the weekend after a Tigers player was shown red by the referee.
In reaction, the player unload a barrage of punches on the stunned referee who, after one punch too many, reacted in kind until both sets of players prevailed on the situation.

Club Drop Samuel Eto'o Over Racism Instagram Post

 

Cameroon football star and former Chelsea striker Samuel Eto'o has been dropped by his club, Antalyaspor, after he claimed on social media that people didn't respect him because of his skin colour. According to AFP, the Turkish top flight said that Eto’o would be left out of the squad until further notice in a bitter row over comments on social media.

Results of League Cup Matches Played on Tuesday [THIRD ROUND]

The third round of English League cup matches was played yesterday with an interesting comeback from Chelsea against league champions, Leicester City.
See results below:
Leicester City 2 - 4 Chelsea

Paul Pogba suspended for Manchester United's Premier League opener against Bournemouth

Paul Pogba is suspended for Manchester United's Premier League opener at Bournemouth this weekend.

The Frenchman completed his £90million switch to Old Trafford earlier this week but will be unavailable for the first game of the campaign.

Pogba was listed on the FA's website as one of the players 'currently under suspension' ahead of the first weekend of the new season.

Jose Mourinho insists Adnan Januzaj is still in his plans despite Sunderland loan move

Jose Mourinho has declared that Adnan Januzaj has a future under him at Manchester United, despite sending him on loan to Sunderland .

The 21-year-old was a breakout star for United two seasons ago but has since failed to show the same quality and consistency that saw him hailed a future Old Trafford star.

Jose Mourinho takes swipe at Premier League rivals by insisting Man United are not afraid to be in title race

Jose Mourinho last has claimed the Premier League is running scared of Manchester United .

Mourinho claims United’s rivals are “afraid” to admit they are in the title race after both Arsene Wenger and Claudio Ranieri played down their chances this week.

United boss Mourinho said: “At Man United Football Club you cannot say differently, we have to fight for the title. Many more think the same way as us but they are afraid to say it.

Schalke had no choice but to sell Sane says Heidel

Manchester City’s huge offer to buy Leroy Sane left Bundesliga side Schalke 04 with no choice but to sell their rising Germany star, according to his now ex-club.

Sane, 20, moved for a reported £37 million ($48m, 43m euros) and signed a five-year deal with Pep Guardiola’s side, who kick off the new Premier League season on Saturday against Sunderland.

Arsène Wenger admits he is scared by the prospect of Arsenal retirement

Arsène Wenger goes into possibly his final season as Arsenal manager admitting he is “scared” by the prospect of retirement and uncertain he will be able to cope as well as Sir Alex Ferguson without the daily fix of football management.

Wenger, approaching 20 years in charge of the London club, talks about how difficult it will be to break “the addiction” in a far-reaching interview in which the 66-year-old also explains why he is so cautious to show more muscle in the transfer market and bemoans the lack of hunger among some of his younger players.Wenger reveals he has instructed the club’s scouts to pay more attention to the lower leagues and criticises the culture that makes millionaires of some players before they have made their debuts.

Paul Pogba passes medical before Manchester United move

Paul Pogba has passed his medical at Manchester United before his €110m (£93.2m) move from Juventus to the Premier League club.

The 23-year-old flew to Manchester on Monday to be assessed by United’s medical staff in order to clear the final hurdle of the summer’s most high-profile and protracted transfer.

United are expected to formally announce the transfer on Tuesday with the Frenchman becoming the club’s fourth and final summer signing.