Liverpool legend Gerrard quits soccer

Former Liverpool and England captain, Steven Gerrard, has retired, ending a 19-year playing career.

Gerrard, 36, played 710 times for the Reds, winning eight major trophies, but joined MLS side LA Galaxy in 2015.

He is England’s fourth most-capped player with 114 appearances and captained the “Three Lions” at three of the six major tournaments the side featured, the BBC reports.

“I feel lucky to have experienced so many wonderful highlights over the course of my career,” Gerrard said.

“I have had an incredible career and am thankful for each and every moment of my time at Liverpool, England and LA Galaxy.

“I fulfilled my childhood dream by pulling on the famous red shirt of Liverpool.”

Gerrard had been linked to a job in management with MK Dons after announcing he would leave LA Galaxy, but said on Wednesday the opportunity came “too soon” for him.

On Thursday, the midfielder said he will take time to consider his options before making an announcement on the next stage of his career “very soon,” adding: “I am excited about the future and feel I still have a lot to offer the game, in whatever capacity that may be.”

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Efe Sodje Former Super Eagles defender and his brothers charged with fraud in UK

A probe found alleged irregularities at the SSF which as a registered charity company has enjoyed tax exemptions.

Super Eagles defender Efe Sodje and his three brothers have been charged with fraud in the United Kingdom.

The Sodje brothers, Efe, Sam- also a former footballer- Stephen and Bright are been charged for fraudulent activities at their charity, Sodje Sports Foundation (SSF).
A probe by the National Crime Agency found alleged irregularities at the SSF which as a registered charity company has enjoyed tax exemptions and other benefits.

“Four people have been charged with fraud offences after an investigation by the National Crime Agency,” an NCA spokesman is quoted to say by Daily Mail.

“Bright, Efetobore, Samuel and Stephen Sodje were charged with fraudulent trading and bailed until November 14 when they will appear at Westminster Magistrates Court.

'The four were arrested on July 13 after a three-year NCA investigation into alleged irregularities at the Sodje Sports Foundation.”

The Sodje brothers are due in court in November 2016.

Efe has 44 caps for the Super Eagles, having played in the 2000 African Cup of Nations and the 2002 World Cup.

His brother Sam also played for Nigeria.

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Super Eagles Technical Adviser, Rohr meets with Wenger, Mikel in tour of England

The NFF have released photos of the German coach with Arsenal manager Wenger at their London Colney training ground.

The Technical Adviser of the Super Eagles of Nigeria Gernot Rohr on Wednesday, October visited Arsenal and Chelsea training grounds where he met Arsene Wenger and John Mikel Obi.

As Technical Adviser of the Super Eagles, Rohr is making trips around Europe to visit Super Eagles players at their respective clubs and also meet their managers to discuss their development.

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) have released photos of the German coach with Arsenal manager Wenger at their London Colney training ground.

Rohr was meeting with the manager to discuss Arsenal and Nigeria international Alex Iwobi.

Iwobi was promoted to the Arsenal first team in 2015 and has impressed so far this season as he continues to feature regularly for the Gunners.

Alex Iwobi has become an Arsenal regular and full Nigeria international in the last year

He scored his first goal for the Super Eagles in a friendly against Plateau United on Wednesday, October 5.

A few days later he scored his first competitive goal for the Super in a 2018 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Zambia.

Rohr was also met his captain, Mikel Obi at Chelsea training ground.

Michael Emenalo, John Mikel Obi and Gernot Rohr (Twitter/NFF)

In the photos released, the 63-year-old German coach also met Chelsea’s Director of football, Mike Emenalo who is also a Nigerian.

It is also likely that Rohr will meet Chelsea coach Antonio Conte to know Mikel’s place in his team.

John Mikel Obi has not featured for Chelsea this season (Chelsea FC via Getty Images)

The 29-year-old midfielder has not made any appearance for Chelsea this season and Rohr will be concerned.

“Nice to bring Chelsea and Nigeria together yesterday...@NGSuperEagles Gernot Rohr met with @ChelseaFC Michael Emenalo Chelsea and Nigeria together yesterday,” Mikel Obi wrote on Twitter.

Super Eagles striker Odion Ighalo also shared a photo of him and Rohr writing; “Thanks for the visit Coach Gernot Rohr.”
Rohr is also expected to pay a visit to Kelechi Iheanacho at Manchester City and Ahmed Musa at Leicester City.

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Mourinho Shocks Manchester United Players with 'Strange Behaviour' Following Chelsea Disaster

This may be the most turbulent period of Mourinho's coaching career following his questionable approach to his team after an embarrassing defeat by Chelsea.
The Portuguese coach, Jose Mourinho has apparently shocked his players by not leading training himself, preferring to sit in his office and watch from a distance

Manchester United's stars are shocked at Jose Mourinho's "cold" and "distant" approach in training following their 4-0 loss at Chelsea, according to The Times.

The Portuguese suffered his heaviest-ever Premier League defeat on Sunday at Stamford Bridge and blasted his side's "incredible defensive mistakes" after the result.

Mourinho kept up his line of accusation ahead of their EFL Cup fourth round clash against Manchester City in midweek, calling the players "boys", and it appears his approach in training reflects his attitude towards his squad at the moment.

It is claimed that it is Rui Faria, Mourinho's assistant, who is leading training at the club's Carrington complex. Mourinho, meanwhile, is alleged to watch from a distance or work in his office most of the time.

The cold treatment has reportedly come as an unpleasant surprise to those who thought Mourinho would give them special attention.

The Times claims that Mourinho has no intention of changing his approach to the Man Utd squad he inherited from Louis van Gaal any time soon either.

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Premier League Mkhitaryan, Shaw fit for Liverpool

Jose Mourinho says Manchester United have no injury fears ahead of the trip to Liverpool, meaning Luke Shaw and Henrikh Mkhitaryan are back.

Manchester United duo Henrikh Mkhitaryan and Luke Shaw are fit to return in Monday's Premier League clash against Liverpool.

England full-back Shaw has not featured since the 3-1 defeat to Watford on September 18 as a result of a muscle complaint.

Mkhitaryan, meanwhile, was last involved in the 2-1 derby loss at home to Manchester City on September 10, having battled to recover full fitness following a thigh injury.

But United boss Jose Mourinho has indicated both players will be available for the meeting at Anfield, according to MUTV, while there are no further injury concerns following the international break.

Mourinho insisted he has no issue with players leaving for international matches during a busy stage of the season, and was especially pleased to see Ander Herrera earn a first Spain call-up, while Jesse Lingard made his first two appearances for England.

"I like my players to go to the international teams," Mourinho said. "I know that other managers don't like it. I know that other managers they even try to stop them to go.

"I know there is sometimes also a bit of a fake injury to stop people going. I'm not like that. I'm always very proud of my players to be selected.

"One was a debutant, the other was a call-up to the Spanish team. It's obviously important for them and it's good for me and I think also the club feels proud of it."

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Simeone Athletico Madrid manager backs Griezmann stance on Ribery

Atletico Madrid boss Diego Simeone has hailed Antoine Griezmann's growing maturity after the France international laughed off questions over his ability.

Atletico Madrid boss Diego Simeone has hailed Antoine Griezmann's growing maturity after the France international laughed off questions over his ability from Franck Ribery.

Griezmann was top scorer and named best player at Euro 2016 after his six goals propelled France to the final, where they lost to Portugal.

His international exploits came on the back of another wonderful season for Atletico in which he scored 22 league goals as the Rojiblancos narrowly lost out to Barcelona in the race for the title.

There has been no let-up this season either with the former Real Sociedad man top of the Pichichi standings with a further six strikes to his name.

Griezmann's excellence has failed to impress Bayern Munich winger Ribery, however, who says the forward needs to produce that level of performance over a longer period.

"For me, you have to prove yourself over 10, 12 or 15 years if you want to be among the best. Do that and then I will congratulate you," said the Bayern Munich winger.

Griezmann issued a measured response, telling Eurosport: "I will continue working. As he says, we'll see at the end what kind of player I am, but I know I'm on the right track.

"Everyone has an opinion. To my father, for example, I'm the best player in the world. To the fans of Atletico, too."

Griezmann's words were, according to Simeone, another indication of the 25-year-old's increasing stature at the Vicente Calderon.

The Argentine told a news conference ahead of Saturday's home game with Granada: "He [Griezmann] is a guy who has very clear ideas.

"He has matured very well in the time he has spent with us. I am not worried that there is pressure on him.

"I cannot observe the opinions of everyone but I always respect opinions. And I thought Griezmann responded brilliantly to Ribery. There is nothing more to say on that."

Atletico lead the Liga table after seven games on goal difference from city rivals Real Madrid, and will expect to maintain their unbeaten start at home to a Granada side without a win.

Simeone was understandably preaching caution, however, with Lucas Alcaraz taking over at Granada earlier this month.

"We know their coach has certain characteristics, and is very competitive," he added.

"It has always been that way when he has faced us and Granada have players with strong offensive qualities, guys who play well from midfield forwards.

"We must focus on us. We do not know what they will do because of the coaching change. We have to start strong, it's key to these rivalries."

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Chibok Girls Mikel Obi reacts to release of 21 girls

The Federal Government on Thursday, October 13, 2016 confirmed the release of 21 girls from the 200 abducted by Boko Haram in 2014.
Captain of the Nigeria’s Senior national football team, John Mikel Obi has expressed his delight in the release of 21 Chibok girls.

The Federal Government on Thursday, October 13 confirmed the release of 21 girls from the 200 abducted by Boko Haram in 2014.

The midfielder was recently in Nigeria ahead of Super Eagles 2018 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Zambia which they won 2-1.

While in Nigeria he took out to time to partake in some charity works which involve Borno State, where Chibok is located.

The 29-year-old is seen in a photo shared on Twitter holding a placard which reads ‘#Empower Borno’.

The #Empower Borno is a campaign to redevelop and empower Borno state which was ravaged by constant attack from Boko Haram.

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ITTF Championships: ATTF predicts Nigeria, Egypt rivalry in Morocco

The President of African Table Tennis Federation (ATTF), Khaled El-Salhy has predicted renewed rivalry between the continent powerhouses- Nigeria and Egypt at the forthcoming ITTF African Senior Championship holding in Agadir, Morocco.From October 24 to 30, countries across Africa will converge in Agadir, which is a major city in Morocco, located on the shore of the Atlantic Ocean near the foot of the Atlas Mountains for the seven-day championship.

From October 24 to 30, countries across Africa will converge in Agadir, which is a major city in Morocco, located on the shore of the Atlantic Ocean near the foot of the Atlas Mountains for the seven-day championship.

According to the President of African Table Tennis Federation (ATTF), Khaled El-Salhy, the tournament serves as qualification for the 2017 World Team Cup with Enbeath Complex hosting the championship with eight events in singles, teams and doubles to be battled for.

As usual, the tournament is expected to re-ignite the rivalry between the continent powerhouses – Nigeria and Egypt while Congo Brazzaville is also another title contender.

The ATTF helmsman added: “It will be a tough competition between the top countries, especially Egypt and Nigeria. Egypt is aiming to retain the titles for both team events while Nigeria is looking to use the performance of Aruna Quadri in previous tournaments at world levels to secure the sole slot for the 2017 World Team Cup.”

“There is no doubt that the traditional forces are going to dazzle and I am expecting the promoted countries to prove themselves (i.e. Ghana whom made a big surprise a the 2015 African Games in Congo Brazzaville by getting a bronze medal), and I see also that Congo Brazzaville, Algeria and Tunisia will be teams to watch out in terms of making it to the podium in Morocco,” El-Salhy added.

With over 15 countries expected at the championship which will also host the Annual General Congress of the continental body and the ATTF boss reaffirmed the readiness of the host nation for the table tennis fiesta.

“All preparation and arrangement for the competition seems to be working well with the main hotel already secured as well as the venue and I hope it will be a successful event,” he said.

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Zambia 1 Vs Nigeria 2 Iwobi, Iheanacho score in Super Eagles win

Two first half goals by Alex Iwobi and Kelechi Iheanacho gave the Super Eagles a 2-1 win over Zambia on Sunday, October 10.
Nigeria squared up against Zambia in the match-day one of the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Ndola and started with the two most in-form young players in the Premier League.

Super Eagles Technical Adviser, Gernot Rohr deployed Iwobi at the left wing while Iheanacho played between the midfield and striker Brown Ideye.

The Arsenal and Manchester City players repaid Rohr’s faith as they impressed in the win.
The Super Eagles playing in their traditional away kit started on the back foot as the Zambians dominated the early proceedings.

The Chipolopolo got their first chance in the second minute with Super Eagles goalkeeper Carl Ikeme saved a dangerous corner that was heading inside the next.

Kenneth Omeruo stopped a Zambia attack after captain John Mikel Obi was dispossessed in the 11th minute of the game.

The Super Eagles of Nigeria got their first chance in the 15th after Iwobi played a fantastic pass to Brown Ideye.

The striker was one on one with the goalkeeper but his effort went wide before he adjudged to be offside.

Elderson Echiejile stepped in to clear the lines in the 19th minute as the Zambians kept pressing the Super Eagles.

Moses Simon has a chance to put Nigeria on the lead but failed to hit the target after he was cleared on goal.

Iwobi gave Nigeria the lead as he pounced on a loosed ball from a throw-in to shoot past the Zambian goalkeeper.

The Chipolopolo nearly got their equaliser but Ikeme was in the right place to save a close-range header.

The Super Eagles got their second in the 43rd as Iheanacho dribbled the goalkeeper to tap into the net after he was played in by Ideye.
The Zambians dominated the second half in search of a goal but Ikeme was on hand to save some goal-bound balls.

The Zambian goalkeeper also saved some couple of shots as the Super Eagles attack on the counter.

He tipped over a dipping shot from Mikel Obi to keep Zambia in the game.

Zambia got a goal back in the 70th minute through Collins Mbesuma who capitalised on a slip from Super Eagles defender Omeruo to drive a low shot past Ikeme.

The Super Eagle, however, held the 2-1 lead for the remaining 20 minutes of the game to take all the tree points.

They host Algeria next in their 2018 FIFA World Cup qualifier.

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Cameroonian legend Rigobert Song dead?

Unconfirmed reports say that former Cameroonian international Rigobert Song has passed away at the age of 40.

Song while on the hospital bed

The popular defender who collapsed on October 3 was said to have been recuperating, but unconfirmed reports on Social Media platforms suggest that the Indomitable Lion has passed away. After he collapsed, he was later flown to France for further treatment since he recovered from coma. However, there are no confirmed reports that he is dead, but information circulating on most Social Media platforms suggest he is no more.

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Eagles will deliver in Ndola – Rohr

Super Eagles Technical Adviser, Gernot Rohr, has expressed optimism that the team would deliver in Sunday’s 2018 World Cup qualifier against Zambia in Ndola.
Rohr said during the team’s interactive session with journalists on Friday in Abuja that Nigeria would get an outright victory over the Chipolopolo in the encounter.

He said Nigeria was blessed with abundant talents and assured that the players presently in camp were capable of defeating any team.

The German tactician revealed that Arsenal forward, Alex Iwobi, would lead the Eagles’ attack against the Zambians on Sunday.

He assured that as professionals, the players would adapt to the bad playing pitch in Ndola.

“We have six new players and three will perhaps start the game,” the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) quoted Rohr as saying to journalists on Friday.

“You know that a player like Iwobi was injured last time but we all know that he is a good player and I hope his integration in the team will produce result in Ndola.

“The training has been good and we try to help and bring him into the team, he knows how we played in Uyo and we cannot change tactically because the time is short.

“We have other strategies but similar to what we did in Uyo, and I count on Iwobi to help us win the game in Ndola.

“We must avoid the mistake in Uyo where we had 27 shots on goal but converted only one and this means that we must have a good attack and players who can score.”

He also said the technical crew had watched the latest video of the Zambian national team.

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Eagles can’t stop our World Cup ambition – Zambian coach

With just 48 hours to the 2018 World Cup Qualifiers between Nigeria’s Super Eagles and Zambia’s Chipolopolo, the coach of the southern nation, Wedson Nyirenda says they are poised to pick the sole slot from the group which has the continent’s powerhouses – Nigeria, Algeria and Cameroon.

The coach told The Post of Zambia that having put the AFCON miss behind them as their ultimate aim is to qualify for the World Cup for the first time in Zambia’s history.

“We just have to qualify. I have always said even if we are building the team, we have to qualify for the World Cup for the first time. The arrival of professionals has boosted morale in the team, we are looking good with the brotherliness I am seeing in the team. We are going to maintain Rainford Kalaba as captain,” Nyirenda said.

He however, insisted that Rainford Kalaba remains the team’s captain.

The tactician says it was an easy decision for him to convince Russia-based midfielder Chisamba Lungu to end his brief self-imposed exile from Chipolopolo duties.

Speaking during the training session on Wednesday, Nyirenda said the arrival of professionals had boosted morale in the team.

And Nyirenda said it came as a surprise for him when he heard that Chisamba had excused himself from the national team.

Chisamba, a Nyirenda protégé from the Under-17 days, has been a consistent member of the Chipolopolo side that won the 2012 Africa Cup of Nations but announced his retirement from international football saying it was frustrating that he was not seeing enough game time during the national team’s 2017 AfCON campaign that ended in failure.

Following his appointment as interim Chipolopolo coach last month, Nyirenda recalled the Ural FC captain who unconditionally accepted the invitation.

“Chisamba is a good player, that’s why it came as a surprise to me when I heard that and it was easy to call him and tell him. Whatever the issues he had with the team I had to call him and say, ‘this is your team’,” Nyirenda said.

“We are all here to do national duties and he accepted without any conditions he is just coming to do work.”

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6 Things we learnt from Guardiola's victory over Mourinho #Manchester derby

The Manchester derby has been won and lost with the blue half of the city claiming the bragging rights over their less noisy neighbours. The agelong rivalry lived up to its billing as Pep Guardiola again showed Jose Mourinho why he has been his nightmare over the years when they both clash.

No doubt, the contest never looked as if it was swaying either side of the coin until referee Mark Clattenburg blew the final whistle in fifth minute of injury time. We made a live coverage of the keenly-contested match and presents six things we learnt from the Manchester derby.

1. A game of thrones

The match was definitely a contest of who rules the city of Manchester as the game met all expectations. Both teams showed the stuff they were made of from the blast of the whistle and it was an end-to-end encounter.

City outplayed the Red Devils by the skin of their teeth at Old Trafford and have shown that they have what it takes to go all the way to win the Premier League.

2. City were technically the better side

Manchester City had more depth in the match than their opponents and they played with caution without taking anything for granted in all departments of the team.

Kevin De Bruyne posted a man-of-the match performance as he scores City’s first goal

Sometimes City did not have to worry about their losing possession in critical areas of the midfield as they stood tall in defence without being in a hurry to clear the ball from dangerous areas.

3. ‘Suicidal’ Bravo

This man is the reason Joe Hart was axed from the Manchester City squad but his debut appearance raised lots of questions about his keeper-sweeper role as he gifted a goal to the home side.

Bravo could not handle the ball as he gifted United a goal One three occasions he nearly put United back into the game with his indecisive clearances. He was responsible for the solitary strike by the home tea, but inspite of his loss, the opposite number one was fantastic on the evening.

4. The game was won in the midfield

Surprisingly, the world’s most expensive player, Paul Pogba was second best to David Silva all day as the Citizens had a commanding performance in midfield.

Fernandinho, De Bryune, Nolito, Raheem Sterling and Leroy Sane were all in control of possession forcing United to backtrack and re-group in the match which gave City added advantage all through the match.

5. Iheanacho/Rashford

The argument is not who is the better player for the Manchester sides, but how they have contributed in deciding the game at the long run for their teams.

Iheanacho scored and made an assist while Rashford was also brilliant on the night, taking on defenders plus scoring a disallowed goal in the derby. The match undoubtedly produced two of Europe’s future stars in the match with the quality and technical abilities both teenagers have shown so far.

6. The Guardiola streak

Guardiola has continued his winning streak over Mourinho with his first derby win and his sixth consecutive victory over his eternal rival and proved it was no fluke.

Guardiola had the last laugh at the Manchester derby

Mourinho on the other hand, has seen why the Spanish tactician always edged his tactical brilliance when they both cross each others part.

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Luiz greets PSG teammates goodbye.

– David Luiz returns to Paris Saint Germain to say proper goodbye to his former teammates

– The 29-year-old was signed by Chelsea for £32million on final transfer deadline day

– Luiz played his last match for PSG in their defeat to Monaco late last month

Chelsea’s new signing David Luiz paid a visit to France to say goodbye to his former teammates at Paris Saint Germain.

David Luiz shakes new signing Hartem Ben Harfa

The Brazilian center-back returned to Stamford Bridge after a £32million deadline day move but has returned to Paris to bid proper farewell to his club.

While on international duty, Luiz took time to visit his former teammates at thier training ground by surprise as the players were preparing for a Ligue 1 match against Saint-Etienne on Friday. The 29-year-old familiarized himself with old pals and the club’s new signing but admitted he is happy to be back with the Blues.

“I’m delighted to return to Chelsea,
” he told the club’s official website following his move. “We had a fantastic story during my first time at the club and I want to help the team and Antonio Conte achieve a lot of success. “I always had a wonderful relationship with the fans and I am looking forward to wearing the blue shirt at Stamford Bridge once again,” he added. Luiz played his last competitive match for PSG in the defeat by Monaco on August 28 and will be making his debut for Chelsea in the match against Swansea on Sunday.

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Just in I can't date a poor man – Actress Ogunmola (Photo)

Upcoming Nollywood actress Bolaji Ogunmola has revealed she cannot date a poor man.

Bolaji Ogunmola
“I am left handed, I like light-skinned guys and very emotional. I can’t date a poor man and would have preferred having a bigger butt. I have been acting for like four years now but people say you start counting from when you started making impact. So on that note, I became relevant from two years ago. My first film was when I was in the university, that is the University of Ilorin. After which I got enrolled at Royal Art Academy. I was part of some of their projects like Okon goes to school, Unbedded Niece and some other films.”

Hummmmm Okay

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Inspirational! Footballer With No Legs Wants to Play Professionally (Photos)

A young man who lost his legs to a fatal accident has continued in his hopes of playing professional football in the nearest future.

Footballer, Mohammad Abdullah

 

A Bangladeshi football fan who lost both legs in a horror train accident has dreams of competing professionally like his idol Cristiano Ronaldo.

Mohammad Abdullah, 22, lost his legs on a speeding train ten years ago. But now the young man, who also works as a luggage porter at a ferry station is making a name for himself with his football skills.

He said: “I never thought I’d be able to walk, never mind play football. When I was bound to that wheelchair I feared I might have to spend the rest of my life trapped. But eventually I decided to try and do without it. I was determined to be independent so I began trying to walk.

“I was tired of seeing myself in that helpless condition. I faced difficulties initially but succeeded eventually. Now I can walk, work and play football like other people.”
 

Abdullah was abandoned by his mother when he was just seven and was raised by his father and step-mother before running away from home.

“I missed my mother so much I ran away from home,” he said. “I was angry and helpless. I lived on the road and begged for a living and after a couple of months I found a home with my grandmother.”

In 2001, the young man was travelling on a train and was trying to reach another carriage when he slipped and had his legs trapped under the wheels of the speeding machine. He was rushed to hospital but eventually lost his legs below the thigh.

 

According to Daily Mail UK, a football coach who later discovered him has helped him pursue his football passion and encouraged him to practice.

Abdullah now plays football at the National Stadium in Bangladesh on a basic level and despite having no legs he can play a good game.

“People are amazed when they see me play football. They ask: “How can someone play football with no legs?” But I show them the strength inside of me. My disability is not a barrier to succeed and be happy,” he said.

 

Source: Dailymail

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BREAKING News! Brazilian President Removed from Office in Historic Brazil Impeachment Vote

The embattled president of Brazil, Dilma Rousseff has been ousted from office as the Senate vote her out.

Dilma Rousseff

 

President Dilma Rousseff of Brazil has been removed from office by the country's Senate.

 

She was removed for manipulating the budget.

 

Sixty-one Senators against 20 voted in favour of the impeachment Wednesday.

 

Ms Rousseff was suspended in May after the Senate voted to go ahead with the impeachment process.

 

Brazil’s lawmakers accused her of re-assigning funds between budget items.

 

Her critics said she was trying to plug deficit holes in popular social programmes to boost her chances of being re-elected for a second term in October 2014, reports the BBC.

 

Ms Rousseff said she did nothing wrong, and called the attempt to remove her a coup d’etat.

 

He impeachment puts an end to 13 years in power of her Workers’ Party.

 

Acting President Michel Temer will serve out her term, which ends on 1 January 2019.

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Angry Japanese Billionaire Blasts Sports Minister & NFF for Questioning the Source of His $390k Donation

Japanesse billionaire, Katsuya Takasu, is currently furious at NFF and the Sports Minister for questioning the source of his $390k donation to the Dream Team VI at the 2016 Rio Olympics.

Dr Katsuya Takasu presenting cheques to Mikel and Siasia

 

From tweets culled from social media, it seems the Japanese surgeon, Dr Katsuya Takasu is not happy with Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) and the Minister of Sports over their alleged "grumblings" about the $390,000 donations he made to the Nigeria U-23 Men's National Team captain, Mikel and coach, Samson Siasia at the just concluded Rio 2016 Olympics.

 

Recall that the Japanese billionaire flew all the way to Brazil to hand cheques to Siasia and Mikel Obi after they won soccer bronze of the Rio 2016 Olympics. But top Nigerian sports officials have called for investigations to the source of the money.

 

Taking to Twitter, the celebrated philantropist has revealed his displeasure with Nigerian officials especially with sports minister, Solomon Dalung as he told him to run an investigation on his foundation to check the source of the money.

 

See his Tweets below;

 

 

This angered many Nigerians on Twitter who blasted the country's sports officials and apologized to the Japanese, adding that his single donation was appreciated by Nigerians.

 

See Tweets below;

 

 

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Revealed! How Siasia and Team Shared $390,000 Gift From Japanese Billionaire

The coach of the U-23 team that won bronze at the just concluded Olympics in Brazil has opened up on how they shared the money given to the team by Japanese billionaire.

Mikel Obi, Dr. Katsuya Takasu and Coach Samson Siasia

 

Coach of Nigeria's U-23 Bronze winning team at the just concluded Rio 2016 Olympics, Samson Siasia has given details how the team shared the $390,000 given to them by Japanese billionaire, Dr. Katsuya Takasu.

 

Siasia described the criticism the team has received over the money from the Nigerian Football Federation as unwarranted, saying that the investigations called for by the top dogs in the federation were unnecessary.

 

“What actually happened is that the man was just curious how a team that was neglected and abandoned could arrive Rio under five hours and defeat the Japanese team that had all they needed and have been put together for over three years, that was his amazement.” Siasia said explaining what transpired.

 

He continued,“These guys who are saying they want to do all manner of checks, what have they done for us? Do you know that since we returned, nobody from the NFF or Ministry has called us to say that we did well. The president came and just talked and that was it, well it is not the first time he will be talking.

 

“When players don’t even have $100 dollars in their pocket and you want to come and preach to them.” Siasia said the entire amount of $390,000 was shared equally among all the members of the team including the supporting staff.

 

“The Japanese benefactor said $200,000 and $190,000 was supposed to be for bronze medal and it was split among the players and officials equally. It is not my personal money and this must be made clear.

 

“What I got was what every other player or official in the team got about $14,000 dollars each. The man came to Salvador where we played and gave $200,000 as draft to me and $190,000 to Mikel because he cannot write cheque to every member of the team, he made it simpler so that we all can share the money and now we are paying to the individual accounts of the boys.

 

“So make this issue clear to everybody that has been following it, the money was never meant for me or Mikel alone but for the entire team including the doctors and other backroom staff,” Siasia added

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Photo: Mikel Obi welcomes twin

Photo: Mikel Obi welcomes twin...

He shared the photo on his instagram page and wrote "My whole world in my arms. Welcome to the world, my angels." Now, the question we all want to know is; who is the baby mama? Longtime girlfriend, Olga?

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