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South Africa-Senegal World Cup qualifier to be replayed in November

FIFA have confirmed that the World Cup qualification match between Bafana Bafana of South Africa & Senegal will be replayed in November 2017. The decision to replay the game comes after the Court of Arbitration for Sport upheld the lifetime ban of Ghanaian referee, Joseph Lamptey   for match manipulation. Below is a statement from the governing body
The Bureau for the FIFA World Cup Qualifiers ordered a replay of the qualification match between South Africa and Senegal held on 12 November 2016. This decision follows the confirmation of the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) to uphold the lifetime ban of match referee, Jospeh Lamptey, for match manipulation, the ruling imposed by the FIFA Disciplinary and Appeal Committees. The match will be replayed within the November 2017 international window, with the exact date to be confirmed in due course.

As stated in the FIFA World Cup regulations, this decision shall come into effect immediately but shall be subject to confirmation by the Organising Committee for FIFA Competitions at its next meeting, scheduled for 14 September.
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Ibrahimovic signs new deal with Manchester United

Zlatan Ibrahimovic has put pen to paper a one-year contract with Manchester United. He
The 35-year-old Swede who was released at the end of his first contract following his recovery from the injury at the club’s AON training complex has been given Wayne Rooney’s old No.10 shirt. He made 46 appearances and scored 28 goals in his debut season for United.

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The Football World Reacts To Rooney's Retirement From International Football


Wayne Rooney announced his international retirement on Wednesday, ending his England career as his country’s record goalscorer with 53 goals from 119 caps. The Everton forward made his debut against Australia in 2003, at the age of 17 and went on to win 119 caps, the most of any outfield player in the nation’s history.
Making the announcement on his official website, the 31 year-old maintained that “Dreams can come true and playing for England has been exactly that. Thanks to everyone involved it’s been amazing”
His website statement.
“It was great Gareth Southgate called me this week to tell me he wanted me back in the England squad for the upcoming matches. I really appreciated that. However, having already thought long and hard, I told Gareth that I had now decided to retire for good from international football. It is a really tough decision and one I have discussed with my family, my manager at Everton and those closest to me. Playing for England has always been special to me. Every time I was selected as a player or captain was a real privilege and I thank everyone who helped me. But I believe now is the time to bow out.”
Meanwhile colleagues, pundits, fans and ex-players lined up to pay glowing tributes to the England great as the news circulated round.  See some of the reactions below.
“You always miss a captain & a legend like Rooney. He’s got experience, he won trophies, he’s a top player who can help the team.” Paul Pogba
“He has always shown a great deal of dignity and class.” – Former England captain Terry Butcher.
“Today marks the end of an era in international football. Wayne Rooney is an icon of his generation and an undoubted legend of the game. As his country’s all-time leading goalscorer and most-capped outfield player, it goes without saying that Wayne has deservedly earned the right to forever be called a Three Lions great – FA chairman Greg Clarke
It is a fantastic career, sometimes he has been criticised but fact is fact — the games he has played and goals he has scored. If I was the manager I would try to convince him to delay it (the international retirement) until after the next World Cup.” — former England manager Sven-Goran Eriksson told Sky Sports.
Well done on a record-breaking @England career, @WayneRooney!” — Former club Manchester United tweeted.
“I think only now he is ducking out will he get the credit he truly deserves as an England player and the record goalscorer.” — Former Arsenal and England striker Alan Smith.
“Congratulations on an incredible @England career!“ — Everton tweeted. 
“You do know as an international player when you have reached the point of no return. Sometimes you want to jump before you are pushed. I would have loved him to have gone to Russia and led England at a fourth World Cup but he has had 13 great years and he will know in his heart and head that it makes sense to concentrate on Everton.” — former England captain Terry Butcher.
“As his country’s all-time leading goalscorer and most-capped outfield player, it goes without saying that Wayne has deservedly earned the right to forever be called a Three Lions great – FA chairman Greg Clarke


 


 
 
 
 
 

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Neymar Lawsuit Threat: PSG fire back at Barcelona.

Paris St-Germain have hit back at Barcelona following the latter’s lawsuit threats against Neymar on Tuesday. The Catalans are suing the Brazilian for 8.5m euros (£7.8m) for breach of contract in relation to his world record £200m move to the French side after buying out his contract. PSG have however requested that Barcelona stop being so salty about the whole Neymar thing.
Barcelona are suing Neymar for breach of contract
“Paris Saint-Germain was surprised to learn of FC Barcelona’s statement today announcing the start of legal proceedings in Spain against its former player Neymar Jr. and indicating that should Neymar Jr. fail to pay the monies claimed by his former club, Paris Saint-Germain will be held responsible to pay the outstanding sum.
“Paris Saint-Germain reiterates that, like Neymar Jr., it has always respected all applicable laws and rules in its dealings and, once again, regrets the attitude of FC Barcelona.” a PSG statement read on its website

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Barcelona are suing Neymar for breach of contract

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Barcelona have announced plans to sue Neymar for breach of contract following his world record £198m transfer to PSG. In a lawsuit filed to the Spanish Football Federation on August 11, the Spanish giant declared that they are owed £7.7m that he was paid as a loyalty bonus.
Meanwhile the Brazilian hit out at the board last weekend saying the wrong people are in charge. “I spent four beautiful years there and parted happy. But with them the board, no. For me, they are not the people who should be there, for the direction of Barca. Barca deserve much better.” The 25 year-old said.

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The Best 2017 FIFA Football Awards Shortlist Unveiled.

FIFA today revealed the shortlisted candidates for The Best FIFA Football Awards scheduled to take place in London on 23 October 2017. While The men’s awards recognize achievements from 20th November 2016 to 2nd July 2017, the women’s awards take into account the period between 20th November 2016 and 6th August 2017. The nominees below:

The FIFA Best Men’s Player 2017 Award shortlist

 
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, Leonardo Bonucci, Gianluigi Buffon, Dani Carvajal, Cristiano Ronaldo, Paulo Dybala, Antoine Griezmann, Eden Hazard, Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Andres Iniesta, Harry Kane, N’Golo Kante, Toni Kroos, Robert Lewandowski, Marcelo, Lionel Messi, Luka Modric, Keylor Navas, Manuel Neuer, Neymar, Alexis Sanchez, Luis Suarez, Arturo Vidal.

The FIFA  Men’s Coach 2017 Award shortlist

Mauricio Pochettino, Diego Simeone,  Tite, Zinedine Zidane, Antonio Conte, Pep Guardiola, Jose Mourinho, Joachim Low, Carlo Ancelotti, Massimiliano Allegri, Luis Enrique.

The FIFA  Men’s Coach 2017 Award shortlist

Lucy Bronze, Deyna Castellanos,  Pernille Harder,  Sam Kerr,  Carli Lloyd, Dzsenifer Marozsan, Lieke Martens, Vivienne Miedema, Wendie Renard, Jodie Taylor.
 

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I'll fire Wenger if i buy Arsenal – Dangote

Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote has declared that the first thing he will do if his plans to takeover Arsenal is successful is to sack Arsene Wenger. The richest man in Africa made this known in an interview with Bloomberg Dangote and he affirmed his desire to invest in the English club once he completes a major oil refinery project in the Nigerian capital of Lagos.
 
“The first thing I would change is the coach, He has done a good job, but someone else should also try his luck.” The 60 year-old said.

Dangote intends to make an offer valued Arsenal at £2bn. “If they get the right offer, I’m sure they would walk away, Someone will give them an offer that will make them seriously consider walking away. And when we finish the refinery, I think we will be in a position to do that.” He added
 

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"This is persecution" Cristiano Ronaldo reacts to 5-match ban

Cristiano Ronaldo has labelled his recent ban by Spanish football, persecution, adding that it is exaggerated and ridiculous.

Recall that the Portuguese was handed a five-match ban for taking his shirt off and diving and pushing the referee following his dismissal in the Supercopa de Espana played against Barcelona few days ago.

The Real Madrid forward shared his thoughts on the punishment on his instagram page, “Impossible to be immune to this situation, 5 games !! It seems to me exaggerated and ridiculous, this is called persecution! Thanks to my teammates for the support and the fans !!!”

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Ogenyi Onazi denied work permit.


According to BBC Sport, Nigeria international Ogenyi Onazi has been denied a work permit to play for Birmingham City. The central midfielder who recently quit Turkish club, Trabzonspor had his application rejected by the Football Association.
BBC learnt that Nigeria’s failure to qualify for the past two editions of the Nations Cup has affected his chances of securing the permit. An appeal made by the club was rejected on Wednesday despite Onazi featuring in over 80% of the national team games.
The 24 year-old has made 38 appearances times for the Super Eagles.
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Kevin-Prince Boateng released by Las Palmas.


Kevin Prince Boateng and Las Palmas have reached an agreement to terminate his contract with the club. The German-born Ghanaian footballer cited “irreversible personal reasons” for leaving the club. The midfielder who scored 10 goals for Las Palmas in 2016/17, the most he’s even managed in a single campaign will formally say goodbye to Las Palmas in a press conference this afternoon.  Kevin has been linked to a move to Eintracht Frankfurt.

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