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Lennox Lewis Urges Anthony Joshua To Rest From Boxing

<div><img width="300" height="188" src="https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/GYCAin3XwAACFAT-300x188.jpeg" class="attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image" alt="Daniel Dubois and Joshua" style="margin-bottom: 15px;" decoding="async" fetchpriority="high" srcset="https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/GYCAin3XwAACFAT-300x188.jpeg 300w, https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/GYCAin3XwAACFAT.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /></div> <p>Former undisputed heavyweight champion Lennox Lewis has advised Anthony Joshua to take a break and return recharged following his recent loss to IBF world heavyweight boxing champion Daniel Dubois at Wembley in September. Anthony Joshua’s bid to become a three-time world champion and return to the division’s top table ended unexpectedly, with Dubois dropping him […]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.naijanews.com/2024/11/04/lennox-lewis-urges-anthony-joshua-to-rest-from-boxing/">Lennox Lewis Urges Anthony Joshua To Rest From Boxing</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.naijanews.com">Naija News</a>.</p>

mingooland · · 3 min read
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Ola Aina Speaks On First Goal For Nottingham Forest This Season

<div><img width="300" height="219" src="https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/images-2024-09-17T102425.738-300x219.jpeg" class="attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image" alt="Ola Aina" style="margin-bottom: 15px;" decoding="async" fetchpriority="high" srcset="https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/images-2024-09-17T102425.738-300x219.jpeg 300w, https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/images-2024-09-17T102425.738.jpeg 620w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /></div> <p>Super Eagles of Nigeria forward, Ola Aina has described his stunning goal during Nottingham Forest’s impressive 3-0 victory over West Ham United as a way of surprising his fans. Ola Aina struck a powerful shot from outside the penalty area in the 73rd minute, leaving the opposition goalkeeper with little chance to respond. This remarkable […]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.naijanews.com/2024/11/03/ola-aina-speaks-on-first-goal-for-nottingham-forest-this-season/">Ola Aina Speaks On First Goal For Nottingham Forest This Season</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.naijanews.com">Naija News</a>.</p>

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2024 Ballon d’Or: Rodri Wins Over Vinicius, Kane, Mbappe Win Big, See All Winners

<div><img width="300" height="211" src="https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot_20241028-223934-300x211.jpg" class="attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image" alt="" style="margin-bottom: 15px;" decoding="async" fetchpriority="high" srcset="https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot_20241028-223934-300x211.jpg 300w, https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot_20241028-223934.jpg 698w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /></div> <p>The 2024 edition of the most prestigious football award ceremony in the world, the Ballon d’Or, took place earlier today, October 28, in Paris, France. The star-studded Ballon d’Or showcased not only individual players but also recognised the exceptional clubs and managers who have made significant contributions to the sport over the past year. The […]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.naijanews.com/2024/10/28/2024-ballon-dor-rodri-wins-over-vinicius-kane-mbappe-win-big-see-all-winners/">2024 Ballon d’Or: Rodri Wins Over Vinicius, Kane, Mbappe Win Big, See All Winners</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.naijanews.com">Naija News</a>.</p>

mingooland · · 4 min read
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Just In: Sainz Claims Mexico F1 Win for Ferrari; Norris Narrows Gap on Penalised Verstappen

<p>Ferrari's Carlos Sainz has secured victory at the Mexico F1 Grand Prix, while Lando Norris closed in on penalised Verstappen.</p> <p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.arise.tv/sainz-claims-mexico-f1-win-for-ferrari-norris-narrows-gap-on-penalised-verstappen/">Sainz Claims Mexico F1 Win for Ferrari; Norris Narrows Gap on Penalised Verstappen</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.arise.tv">Arise News</a>.</p>

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CAF Awards Nigeria 3-0 Victory in Botched AFCON Qualifier Against Libya, Fines Libya $50,000

<p>CAF has awarded Nigeria three points and three goals, fined Libya $50,000 after controversy surrounding the Nigeria-Libya AFCON qualifier</p> <p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.arise.tv/caf-awards-nigeria-3-0-victory-in-botched-afcon-qualifier-against-libya-fines-libya-50000/">CAF Awards Nigeria 3-0 Victory in Botched AFCON Qualifier Against Libya, Fines Libya $50,000</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.arise.tv">Arise News</a>.</p>

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CAF President Patrice Motsepe Announces His Intention To Run Again

<div><img width="300" height="150" src="https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screen-Shot-2021-03-12-at-11.09.57-300x150.png" class="attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image" alt="Patrice Motsepe" style="margin-bottom: 15px;" decoding="async" srcset="https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screen-Shot-2021-03-12-at-11.09.57-300x150.png 300w, https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screen-Shot-2021-03-12-at-11.09.57-1024x513.png 1024w, https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screen-Shot-2021-03-12-at-11.09.57-768x385.png 768w, https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screen-Shot-2021-03-12-at-11.09.57.png 1456w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /></div> <p>The President of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), Patrice Motsepe, has announced his intention to seek re-election in March 2025. This decision comes after receiving significant endorsements from a multitude of CAF Member Association Presidents and Zonal Union Presidents, reflecting strong support within the football community. Motsepe, a prominent South African billionaire, first ascended […]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.naijanews.com/2024/10/26/caf-president-patrice-motsepe-announces-his-intention-to-run-again/">CAF President Patrice Motsepe Announces His Intention To Run Again</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.naijanews.com">Naija News</a>.</p>

mingooland · · 2 min read
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Manchester United’s Darren Fletcher Faces FA Misconduct Charge

<p>Manchester United's first-team coach Fletcher is facing FA misconduct charges for allegedly confronting officials with abusive language</p> <p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.arise.tv/manchester-uniteds-darren-fletcher-faces-fa-misconduct-charge/">Manchester United’s Darren Fletcher Faces FA Misconduct Charge</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.arise.tv">Arise News</a>.</p>

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CAF Delays Verdict On Botched Nigeria-Libya AFCON Qualifier

<div><img width="300" height="168" src="https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/images-2024-06-22T154428.773-300x168.jpeg" class="attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image" alt="CAF president Patrice Motsepe" style="margin-bottom: 15px;" decoding="async" fetchpriority="high" srcset="https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/images-2024-06-22T154428.773-300x168.jpeg 300w, https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/images-2024-06-22T154428.773.jpeg 739w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /></div> <p>The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has not yet announced its decision regarding the disrupted AFCON qualifying match between Libya and Nigeria, initially scheduled for October 15 at Benina Martyrs Stadium. This delay keeps all parties anxiously waiting as the regional football governing body reviews the incident that led to the Nigerian team’s protest and […]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.naijanews.com/2024/10/25/caf-delays-verdict-on-botched-nigeria-libya-afcon-qualifier/">CAF Delays Verdict On Botched Nigeria-Libya AFCON Qualifier</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.naijanews.com">Naija News</a>.</p>

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Just In: Lookman, Troost-Ekong Nominated For CAF Men’s Player Of The Year Award (Full List)

<div><img width="300" height="168" src="https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/images-2024-10-24T180445.906-300x168.jpeg" class="attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image" alt="Full List: Lookman, Troost-Ekong Nominated For CAF Men’s Player Of The Year Award" style="margin-bottom: 15px;" decoding="async" fetchpriority="high" srcset="https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/images-2024-10-24T180445.906-300x168.jpeg 300w, https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/images-2024-10-24T180445.906.jpeg 739w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /></div> <p>Super Eagles Stars, Ademola Lookman and William Troost-Ekong have been shortlisted for the 2023 Confederation of African Football (CAF) Men’s Player of the Year award. The two Nigerian stars will compete against Morocco’s Achraf Hakimi, Cote d’Ivoire’s Simon Adingra, and Guinea’s Serhou Guirassy for the prestigious title, which recognizes the best male footballer on the […]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.naijanews.com/2024/10/24/just-in-lookman-troost-ekong-nominated-for-caf-mens-player-of-the-year-award-full-list/">Just In: Lookman, Troost-Ekong Nominated For CAF Men’s Player Of The Year Award (Full List)</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.naijanews.com">Naija News</a>.</p>

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Thomas Muller Explains Why Bayern Munich Suffered Heavy Defeat Against Barcelona

<div><img width="300" height="169" src="https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Thomas-Muller-Picture-300x169.png" class="attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image" alt="Top 10 Players With Most Assists Since 2011" style="margin-bottom: 15px;" decoding="async" fetchpriority="high" srcset="https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Thomas-Muller-Picture-300x169.png 300w, https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Thomas-Muller-Picture-1024x576.png 1024w, https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Thomas-Muller-Picture-768x432.png 768w, https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Thomas-Muller-Picture-1536x864.png 1536w, https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Thomas-Muller-Picture-2048x1152.png 2048w, https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Thomas-Muller-Picture-150x84.png 150w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /></div> <p>Bayern Munich star, Thomas Muller provided insight into his team’s disappointing 4-1 defeat against Barcelona in the Champions League on Wednesday night. Entering the match, Barcelona was desperate to break a streak of six consecutive losses to Bayern Munich in the competition, during which they hadn’t found the back of the net against the German […]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.naijanews.com/2024/10/24/thomas-muller-explains-why-bayern-munich-suffered-heavy-defeat-against-barcelona/">Thomas Muller Explains Why Bayern Munich Suffered Heavy Defeat Against Barcelona</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.naijanews.com">Naija News</a>.</p>

mingooland · · 2 min read
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