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Aina talks up superb Nottingham Forest goal against Aston Villa

Metro News NgNov 6, 20236 November 20230

Nottingham Forest defender, Ola Aina can’t hide his excitement after opening his goal account for the Reds. Aina opened scoring for Steve Cooper’s side in

Man of humanity – Pope Francis names his favourite footballer

Metro News NgNov 3, 20233 November 20230

Pope Francis has named late football icon Pele as his favourite footballer. In a commemorative event for World War II soldiers, Francis was asked to

They’re title contenders – Pochettino names team to challenge Man City, Arsenal

Metro News NgNov 3, 20233 November 20230

Chelsea manager, Mauricio Pochettino has admitted that Tottenham “are title contenders” ahead of their Premier League clash on Monday. Pochettinho also said he is “so

NOC chairman seeks stakeholders’ support for 2024 Olympics, others

Metro News NgNov 3, 20233 November 20230

President of the Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC), Habu Gumel, has charged sporting federations to do their best at the 2024 All Africa Games. The 13th

They have to take responsibility – Rooney slams Man Utd stars amid pressure on Ten Hag

Metro News NgNov 3, 20233 November 20230

Former Manchester United striker, Wayne Rooney has slammed the club’s players and feels they should take ‘a lot of responsibility’ for the growing pressure on

He scores goals – Parlour advises Arsenal on striker to sign

Metro News NgNov 3, 20233 November 20230

Arsenal legend, Ray Parlour has urged the Gunners to sign Brentford striker Ivan Toney in the January transfer window. Parlour insisted that Toney works hard

NPFL introduces U-19 youth league

Metro News NgNov 3, 20233 November 20230

The Nigeria Premier Football League has concluded plans to introduce the U-19 youth league. The teams will be divided into six zones across the country.

Arsenal must win the title this season – Merson

Metro News NgNov 3, 20233 November 20230

Former Arsenal midfielder, Paul Merson, has said the Gunners must win the Premier League title to be remembered. Mikel Arteta’s men came close to winning

He works hard – Nani defends Bruno Fernandes, blames Man Utd teammates

Metro News NgNov 3, 20233 November 20230

Former Manchester United star, Nani has defended captain Bruno Fernandes and claims his Red Devils teammates are not matching his effort levels at the club.

2023 AFCON: CAF, LOC launch official theme song

Metro News NgNov 1, 20231 November 20230

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) and the Local Organising Committee (LOC) have launched the official song for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. The