Nothing ever stays the same; Gareth Bale was a part of Real Madrid’s famous BBC that was regarded as untouchable when fit. At the start of Zidane’s first reign, he confirmed his plan was to build the team around the BBC and bolster their status. “I’m going to play with all three…..
Author: Lukman Ogunwolu
Will Matthijs de-ligt the Old Lady?
“Attack wins you games, but defence wins you titles.” He is only going to be 20 next month but Matthijs de Ligt has become a household name in Europe over the last 12 months. Since he debuted with Ajax in 2016, his rapid rise to the top of European football has been well recognized.The Oranje 3 looked at home during his presentation; both parties (club and player) look like a perfect…….
Total 2019 Africa Cup of Nations Preview – (Final)
It is a battle of the jungle between the Terranga Lions from Senegal and the Desert Foxes of Algeria. There would be a historic milestone on the sidelines; a local coach would be crowned champion whatever the result is. 11 local coaches have won 15 AFCON titles in the previous 31 editions. Nigerian Stephen Keshi was the latest to achieve this feat in 2013. Either Belmadi or Cisse will join this prestigious list come Friday night…….
Neymar: PSG Qatari project needs a new breathe of life
In search of continental dominance, the acquisition of Neymar and Kylian Mbappé in 2017 was PSG’s statement of intent and part of QSI pledge to build a team capable of winning the UEFA Champions League and making the club France’s biggest name. Neymar has lost faith in the project and wants to play no part anymore leaving the PSG current project success hanging by a thread…..
Total 2019 Africa Cup of Nations Preview – (Semifinals)
Three of the four semi-finalists (Senegal, Tunisia and Nigeria) are the top ranked teams in Africa – a testament that the best are the ones competing in this West Africa versus North Africa battle for places in next Friday final. These four countries and their fans have earned the right to dream……
Fedal meets again at Wimbledon 11 years after
With 38 majors between two tennis icons whose combine ages are 70, what should we expect at the All England club tomorrow? This is the 40th Fedal meeting; their last meeting at Wimbledon was 11 years ago in the 2008 final, Nadal beat Federer 6-4 6-4 6-7 (5-7) 6-7 (8-10) 9-7 in a rain-affected final that lasted over five hours – a five-set match which was widely acclaimed as the greatest match of all time……
Total 2019 Africa Cup of Nations Preview – (Quarter-final)
What we have witnessed in the last five days is the exact reason why there is simply no sport like football; the 2019 Total Africa Cup of Nations is truly alive and the tournament has just begun. There is possibility of more surprises as the competition progresses. We are down to the last eight nations, these teams and fans can start to dream……..
Coco Gauff: The new sensation at Wimbledon 2019
A 15-year-old ranked outside the top 100 has stolen the show so far at Wimbledon. The former world number one junior has turned heads with her unbelievable run to the fourth round. Her matches have attracted the largest TV audiences and she’s the talk of the United States. Right now, everything is easy for Coco Gauff……
2019 Copa América Preview – (Final)
Will Brazil end 12-year wait for Copa glory or is it time for Peru to claim their third title 44 years after the last one? The 46th edition of Copa América comes to an end with the concluding match being the final on Sunday 07 July, 2019 at Estádio Jornalista Mário Filho in Rio de Janeiro…….
Total 2019 Africa Cup of Nations Preview – (Round of 16)
Eight are out and eight more hopes will be dashed after this round as we begin to separate the pretenders from the real contenders. Starting from Friday, the 32nd edition of the Total African Cup of Nations switches into another gear – the knock out phase of the competition…….
2019 Copa América Preview – (Semi-finals)
We are down to the final four nations at this tournament and there is possibility of an Argentina, Chile third consecutive final is still in prospect in Brazil. Host, Brazil are still in the hunt for their first continental title since 2007 as well as keeping alive the host to win ambition…….
Who are your favorites for 2019 Wimbledon Open?
With £2.2m and 2000 points up for grabs for the winner (Gentlemen and Ladies categories) the eyes of the tennis world will have its attention at All England Club in London for the next fortnight…….
Total 2019 Africa Cup of Nations Preview – (First Round, Match-Day 3)
Some of Africa power houses have impressed with results in the ongoing AFCON tournament – Egypt, Nigeria, Algeria and Morocco have made perfect starts with two victories while Guinea, Tunisia and Ghana need final day wins to ensure they are not eliminated in the group phase…….
2019 Copa América Preview – (Quarter-finals)
Make no mistake about it: this is when the tournament truly begins… the last eight teams standing will fancy their chances at glory with no team looking invincible though Carlos Queiroz Colombia impressed after winning all of its group matches without conceding a goal…..
Total 2019 Africa Cup of Nations Preview – (First Round, Match-Day 2)
A total of 27 goals were scored in 12 matches across six groups in Match-Day 1 at the Total 2019 Africa Cup of Nations. It has been a mixed bag of result and performances across board; defending champions Cameroon opened their title defense with a victory while Tunisia, Ghana could only manage draws. Match-Day 2 offers some teams the opportunity to book their place in the Round of 16 if they secure a second victory while others need positive results to stay alive in Egypt……