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Gernot Rohr reckons Mikel is being punished by Chelsea

Super Eagles coach, Gernot Rohr reckons Chelsea are punishing Mikel Obi for participating in the RIO 2016 Olympics. The Blues midfielder hasn’t laced his boot for the premier league outfit this season and Nigeria’s chief technical adviser claims he  is being snubbed for missing out on pre-season preparations.

Speaking at a press conference in Uyo, the German said, 
“I can never punish a player because he played for his country, and I am not happy with what is happening to Mikel at his club because he is my captain. The only thing that has not made Mikel to play for Chelsea this season is because he went with the U23 team that won bronze at the 2016 Olympics games, and that is why he is being punished. He has not featured under the new coach, Conte, since then. But I will still build  the   team playing against Algeria around him because he is in a  good shape and fit for the match. Besides, Mikel is committed to the national team and he is a source of motivation to the other players.”
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Neymar reaches goalscoring landmark for Brazil

Neymar reached a goalscoring landmark in the colours of Brazil yesterday as his side romped Argentina 3-0 in their 2018 World Cup Qualifier. At 24, the former Santos player has become the youngest South American or European player to net 50 international goals. He’s 27 away from legend, Pele’s record for Brazil. He also recorded 30 assists  in 74 caps. Neymar is now fourth on Brazil’s list of all-time top goalscorers

Brazil’s top scorers

77 – Pele
62 – Ronaldo
55 – Romario
50 – Neymar

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Hector Bellerin signs new 6-year contract to join top earners at Arsenal

 
Arsenal’s Hector Bellerin has put pen to paper a new 6-year deal which has seen him become one of the club’s top earners on over £100,000 per week.
The Spanish right back’s contract worth about £30million was also to fence off interests from other clubs; specifically Barcelona and Manchester City.

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Gareth Bale named 2016 Wales Player Of The Year

 
Real Madrid star, Gareth Bale has for the sixth time in 7 years emerged Wales´ Player Of The Year. The Welsh star who has been in a scintillating form in the year received the honour at a ceremony at the Football Association of Wales (FAW) awards on Tuesday.
The 27-year-old who had an impressive outing at the Euro 2016 semi-finals is also on course to become the country’s all-time leading goalscorer.  

“Massive honour to be named @FAWales Player of the Year! Big thank you to all the Boys, Staff and Fans #TogetherStronger ” He wrote.

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NFF unable to pay clearing costs of new Nike kit

 
We heard about NFF’s financial crisis but when did things go this bad?
According to reports,  Nigeria are yet to pay the clearing costs of the new Nike kit which was unveiled few months ago.
The solid green kit with white ribbing around the back of the modern crewneck collar is made with breathable, mesh fabric for optimal ventilation and sweat-wicking for lightweight comfort.
Albeit the team would don the shirt against Algeria this weekend the bulk of the consignment is still at the ports.
“They have been there for weeks and we have been unable to pay the clearing costs because the federation has no money,” a top official told KweséSports.
 
 
Credit: kwesesports.com

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Robin Van Persie allays fears over horrific eye injury

Saw pictures of the injured eye and almost cringed.

Former Arsenal player, Robin Van Persie has allayed fears over his horrific eye injury which he suffered during Fenerbahce’s clash with Akhisar Belediyespor in the Turkish Super league on Sunday evening.Fenerbahce team doctor, John Kunduracioglu earlier on dismissed reports making rounds that the injury had damaged his eye.

“Van Persie received a blow to his eye, it was torn and bleeding. After investigating, we sent him to an ophthalmologist at the hospital for further checks. We learned that nothing serious has happened, so the situation is good.” He said

The ex-Manchester United forward who opened the scoring for his side in the 3-1 encounter has however posted a positive update about the situation.

 

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Super Falcons coach, Florence Omagbemi has not been paid for 8 months

8 months after taking the reins as Super Falcons coach, Florence Omagbemi is yet to receive any payment from her employers; the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF). The organization confirmed they are going through some financial crisis and are working to resolve the situation.

 “It’s been a challenging year for the federation financially but we’re working hard to resolve this before the team depart for Cameroon. Omagbemi has been very calm about it and it has to be sorted out as soon as possible.”

NFF’s Chris Green told BBC Sport. The 41 year-old is reportedly not the only one affected by the situation, some players are also yet to receive wages and camp allowances.

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Zlatan Ibrahimovic scores 25,000th goal of EPL

 
Manchester United striker, Zlatan Ibrahimovic has just achieved a significant goal scoring milestone.
The Swede’s goal drought came to an end in dramatic fashion today as his brace and Paul Pogba’s strike saw the Red Devils defeat Swansea City 3-1 in their premier league clash. Interestingly the former PSG star’s goals were historic. While the first was the 25,000th goal in the English Premier League (EPL) football history, the second was his 400th club career goal..
 “I thought that was only me who had scored 25,000”. The 35 year-old reacted.

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Guardiola accepts Yaya Toure's apology, rubbishes Messi/Arteta bust-up claims

Manchester City coach, Pep Guardiola has acknowledged Yaya Toure’s apology letter but admitted it makes no difference.  Recall that the Ivorian wrote an open letter to the team apologising on behalf of himself and his agent for misunderstandings from the past and chiefly hoping he can be recalled to the first team but going by the look of things the Spaniard might be done with him.

 Speaking at a news conference, Guardiola said, “I spoke with Yaya this morning and of course it is a private conversation so I know what happened, what he said, of course. ’It’s so important for Manchester City, that’s the most important thing. And of course for Yaya, who I appreciate. I have known him for a long time,”“I read what he wrote and that’s all. Of course it’s good news for Manchester City but it’s most important for Yaya as well. “Yaya was in all our meetings and training sessions. You knew the situation. Nothing changed.”

The former Bayern Manabger also rubbished bust-up rumours between his assistant, Mikel Arteta and Messi which surfaced this week.

“I spoke to Arteta. It’s impossible that incident happened. He admires Barcelona players. He admires Messi a lot.” He added.

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Yaya Toure apologises to Manchester City. His agent is still on his high horse.

You must had read/heard about the squabble between Pep Guardiola and Yaya Toure and then his agent, Dimitri Seluk’s personal vendetta against the coach. (Read it here, here and here ) Here’s an update on the situation.

Recall Guardiola mentioned that the only condition for accepting the player into the team is if his agent tenders an apology for his foul-mouthed rants against him. The Ivorian who has not made any appearance for the squad this season released an apology statement today. The 33 year-old said. Read more

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