Injury Scare: Akpeyi Replaces Ikeme

Injury, has rocked the Super Eagles team, ahead of their clash against Algeria next week. The team's first choice goalkeeper; Carl Ikeme, is unavailable due to injury. His club, Wolverhampton Wanderers, wrote to the NFF, informing them of the goalkeepers's unavailability due to an injury he sustained during the club's match against Blackburn Rovers. 

This Clash, Is The Cup's Final - Guardiola

Manchester City coach, Pep Guardiola says Tuesday night's Champions League clash against Barcelona, could be described as a "cup final" for Manchester City, acknowledging that his side, would have to play "almost perfectly" to beat his former steeds. 

World Cup Trophy Sculptor, Gazzaniga Dies At 95

Italian Sculptor, Silvio Gazzaniga, who designed and created the current version of the FIFA World Cup trophy, has passed away. Gazzaniga, passed away in his sleep yesterday at the age of 95. Prior to his death, Gazzaniga has been battling a series of minor ailments. 

Mkhitaryan's Absence - Reasons Why

Jose Mourinho, has finally responded to rumors surrounding the absence and out-of-sight of Henrikh Mkhitaryan. The former Borussia Dortmund man, has not featured for United since the Manchester Derby of September 10th, this in part, is due to an injury he suffered during the international break. 

Siasia Gets Payment For Outstanding Salaries

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), has paid former Super Eagles coach, Samson Siasia, his outstanding five months salaries. Sources in the NFF glass house, revealed that Siasia and current Super Eagles Technical Adviser, Gernot Rohr, are no longer being owed any outstanding fees.

Esin Tips Mahrez For African Player Of The Year

Former Nigerian International, Etim Esin, has tipped Riyad Mahrez, as likely to be named the 2016 CAF African Player of the Year, ahead of the Super Eagles trio of Mikel Obi, Kelechi Iheanacho and Ahmed Musa. 

I Expect More Of Pogba - Mourinho

Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho, has admitted that he expects more of Paul Pogba. The Frenchman, who was supporting Ibrahimovic in the attack during United's goal-less draw against Liverpool, was largely on the periphery at Anfield and Mourinho admitted he was hoping for more going forward.