Chelsea were awarded the Women’s Super League title on Friday as the Football Association applied a points-per-game formula to decide standings from the curtailed season. The Blues were a point behind Manchester City at the top of the table when the campaign was stopped due to the coronavirus pandemic in March but had played one… Continue reading Women’s Super league: Mixed fortunes for Chelsea and Liverpool_Femi Ehiabhi
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Christian Ronaldo Becomes First Billionaire in Football_Ada Nkong
The Juventus star, 35, has become only the THIRD sports star to reach the milestone, joining Tiger Woods and Floyd Mayweather Jr, according to Forbes.Ronaldo raked in ÂŁ85million in the last year from his wages and endorsement deals, pushing him into the billions for career earnings. His annual earnings were actually down nine per cent,… Continue reading Christian Ronaldo Becomes First Billionaire in Football_Ada Nkong
Lewis Hamilton Completely Overcome With Rage Over George Floyd’s Death_Ada Nkong
Lewis Hamilton has spoken of his anger following the death of George Floyd, which has sparked protests across the United States. Floyd died in Minneapolis on May 25 after being arrested by a police officer who pinned the unarmed 46-year-old to the ground for several minutes by kneeling on his neck.Protests in the aftermath of… Continue reading Lewis Hamilton Completely Overcome With Rage Over George Floyd’s Death_Ada Nkong
Floyd Mayweather To Pay For George Floyd’s Funerals_Ada Nkong
Former five-division world champion Floyd Mayweather has offered to cover the funeral costs for George Floyd, who died while being restrained by Minneapolis police. Protests have been held in the US and worldwide after Floyd, an unarmed black man, died while being pinned down by white police officer Derek Chauvin. Chauvin, who kneeled on Floyd's… Continue reading Floyd Mayweather To Pay For George Floyd’s Funerals_Ada Nkong
Ighalo to Remain at Manchester United Till 2021 _Raphael Bichene
Former Super Eagles of Nigeria striker, Odion Ighalo will remain at Premier League side, Manchester United the club announced on Monday.Ighalo’s stay was initially due to end on 31 May but he will now remain with the Reds until 31 January 2021, enabling him to build on an impressive start to life with the club… Continue reading Ighalo to Remain at Manchester United Till 2021 _Raphael Bichene
Bayern Munich closes in on 30th Bundesliga title_Femi Ehiabhi
Bayern Munich striker Robert Lewandowski ended a personal jinx when he opened his account against Fortuna Duesseldorf by scoring twice in a 5-0 win on Saturday. The win ensured the title-holders moved closer to a record-extending 30th Bundesliga title. The thumping victory left leaders Bayern Munich, who are chasing an eighth successive league title, top… Continue reading Bayern Munich closes in on 30th Bundesliga title_Femi Ehiabhi
Coughlin expecting another baby_Femi Ehiabhi
Former Olympic swimming champion and twelve-time medalist Natalie Coughlin of the United States is expecting another baby, local media reported on Saturday. Coughlin, one of the most decorated Olympic swimmers of all time, and husband Ethan Hall became parents to Zennie Mae in October 2018. Although she never formally retired from the sport, 37-year-old Coughlin… Continue reading Coughlin expecting another baby_Femi Ehiabhi
Premiere League: Two Positive in Two Clubs From Latest Tests_Ada Nkong
Two new cases of coronavirus, at two separate clubs, have been found after the latest round of Premier League tests. Tests took place on Tuesday, Thursday and Friday of last week, with 996 players and club staff tested overall. Players or club staff who have tested positive will now self-isolate for a period of seven… Continue reading Premiere League: Two Positive in Two Clubs From Latest Tests_Ada Nkong
Liverpool to Lift First Premier League Trophy Behind Closed Doors_Ada Nkong
Liverpool have been promised that they will be allowed their first Prem trophy lift, behind closed doors.The club needs just two wins from their remaining nine games when the Premier League returns next month to lift the crown for the first time since 1990. The Kop will be denied the right to witness the historic… Continue reading Liverpool to Lift First Premier League Trophy Behind Closed Doors_Ada Nkong
