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In what appeared to be a dramatic development that could potentially reshape the international football at the global stage, the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) has hinted that it may back Saudi Arabia’s bid to host the 2034 FIFA World Cup. This was contained on the official website of the Nigeria’s football body while congratulating Government and people of the Kingdom of Morocco over Wednesday’s decision by FIFA that the North African country will co-host the 2030 FIFA World Cup finals with Spain and Portugal.

The intense football rivalry between Nigeria and Ghana will continue in the CAF Confederation Cup this season after Rivers United and Dreams were drawn together in Group C on Friday. The first matches are scheduled for November 26 with the sixth and final round being staged on March 3. Group winners and runners-up qualify for the quarter-finals. 

Former England International, Gary Nevile has revealed that Chelsea and Manchester United are suffering the same problem this season. According to Neville, both clubs have cultural issues and chaos which he believes has become a stumbling block against their performances on the pitch. Chelsea is currently occupying position 15th on the Premier League table, as against the Manchester United that are occupying the 10th position.

Former defender of the Stamford Bridge, Frank Leboeuf has blamed the recruitment team for the Chelsea player as responsible for the club woes this season. He expressed concern with the Chelsea current situation, saying he is disgusted because professional top players would not like to come and associated with failure.

Wilfred Ndidi has confessed to enjoying his newly find role with the Leicester City Team as he takes up the position.
Ndidi, a defensive midfielder, has been jacked higher by the Italian Manager, Enzo Maresca this season. He has rewarded Maresca’s faith by adapting to the new position. The Nigerian International has scored three times for his former Premier league championship this season.

Former Tottenham Hotspur midfielder, Sandro has predicted a shoreline for the premier league north London that is slated for a clash today. Arsenal is scheduled to host Tottenham this afternoon for the match at the Emirates Stadium. Mikel Arteta’s side are going into the game sustaining a 1-0 win over Everton in their last Premier League tie, while Tottenham leads with 2-1 against Sheffield United.