Football

The Super Eagles of Nigeria has announced Finidi George as the new head coach, with Daniel Amokachi as his assistant. The unveiling ceremony was held at the Media Centre of the Moshood Abiola National Stadium in Abuja on Monday morning and was attended by the leaders of the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF).

Manchester City has gone to top of the Premier League table, following a 4-0 defeat against Fulham today Saturday, making them leading team on the score table. The champions netted the scoring in the first half through Josko Gvardiol’s composed finish. The Pep Guardiola’s squad doubled the lead through Phil Foden’s one-time finish before Gvardiol and Julian Alvarez rounded off scoring.

Former Super Eagles Legend and coach, Sunday Oliseh, has said that Ola Aina has everything it takes to succeed in football carrier. This is coming amids Aina’s club; Nottingham Forest’s struggling to remain afloat as relegation is threatening the club in the Premier League this season. The right-back has been one of the standout players in what has been a dismal season for Forest. With only two matches at hand to determine their faith until the end of the season, Aina and his team members have their destiny in their own hands. 

Kylian Mbappé has announced he is leaving Paris Saint-Germain at the end of the season, The announcement brings Real Madrid closer to ending their years-long pursuit of the France international, who is widely regarded as one of the best players in world football. PSG face Toulouse at the Parcs des Princes on Sunday, which will be Mbappé's final home game. His final game for the club is scheduled to be the French Cup final against Lyon on May 15.

The Premier League has today confirmed the nominees for Manager of the Season award. Competing are, Mikel Arteta (Arsenal), Pep Guardiola (Manchester City) as both Managers are in a fierce battle for the Premier League title. Meanwhile, Bournemouth’s Andoni Iraola is also among the five nominees. Although, Liverpool’s title hopes may have given up in recent weeks, but Jurgen Klopp is included in the list. 

Kelechi Iheanacho has sparked off a hot chase by Premier League clubs after he refused to renew his contract with newly promoted Leicester City. According to popular sports publication, Football Insider, Iheanacho is now a target for Premier League clubs Aston Villa and Crystal Palace.