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Revealed: How Peseiro’s decision to axe six senior Super Eagles players backfired

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Super Eagles head coach, Jose Peseiro

Revealed: How Peseiro’s decision to axe six senior Super Eagles players backfired

The head coach of the senior national team of Nigeria Jose Peseiro is currently under huge pressure for the team to meet expectations at next month Africa Cup of Nations in Cote d’Ivoire.

His short term deal with the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) will expire after the tournament but it will be extended if he leads the team to at least the final of the tournament.

In the build up to the tournament, the team has lost 60 percent of the games played since the Portuguese was made coach of the team, and more revelations has now been made about how he has handled the team in the period under review.

After securing passage to the AFCON, the coach started the process of building a team for the AFCON and took a drastic decision to axe six senior players from the team, with some even kicked out of the squad entirely.

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In defence, the first casualty was the two vice captain of the team in William Troost-Ekong ans Kenneth Omeruo, It’s started with the coach dropping the duo to the bench before kicking Ekong out totally but kept Omeruo as a squad player.

Captain Ahmed Musa wasn’t spared as well and unless a late change of mind he won’t be in the team to the Africa Cup of Nations, while he had his way with the above mentioned trio, the idea backfired with certain senior players in the team.

Peseiro also dropped Moses Simon to the bench in preference for Ademola Lookman but after two poor performances from the Atalanta man he brought Simon back.

Simon hasn’t looked back since his return as a regular and he is now one of the key players heading into the AFCON. A similar situation played out with the duo of Ola Aina and Wilfred Ndidi.

He twice subbed Ndidi off at the break during games but couldn’t ignore his form at Leicester City hence a recall to the team. It was the same case with Ola Aina who forced his way back into the manager’s plan with impressive performances for West Ham.

Revealed: How Peseiro’s decision to axe six senior Super Eagles players backfired

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Real Madrid midfielder, Toni Kroos, retires from professional football

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Real Madrid midfielder, Toni Kroos, retires from professional football

Real Madrid midfielder Toni Kroos has announced his retirement from professional football at the age of 34.

In a heartfelt letter to Real Madrid fans, Kroos expressed his deep gratitude for the support and love he has received since joining the club in 2014.

Kroos revealed that the upcoming 2024 Euros will mark his final international appearance, concluding a remarkable career both at the club and international levels. Reflecting on his journey, Kroos wrote:

“As I have always said: Real Madrid is and will be my last club. July 17th, 2014 – the day of my presentation at Real Madrid, the day that changed my life. My life as a footballer – but especially as a person. It was the start of a new chapter at the biggest club in the world. After 10 years, at the end of the season, this chapter comes to an end. I will never forget that insolent successful time! I would particularly like to thank everyone who welcomed me with an open heart and trusted me.

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“But especially I would like to thank you, dear Madridistas, for your affection and your love from the first day until the last one. At the same time, this decision means that my career as an active footballer will end this summer after the Euro championship.

“I am happy and proud, that in my mind I found the right timing for my decision and that I could choose it on my own. My ambition was always to finish my career at the peak of my performance level. From now on there is only one leading thought: a por la 15!!! HALA MADRID Y NADA MAS.”

During his 11 seasons with Real Madrid, Kroos achieved significant success, winning five Champions League titles and scoring a total of 28 goals. His contributions on the field have cemented his legacy as one of the club’s great midfielders.

As he prepares for his final appearances, both at the club and international level, Kroos leaves behind a legacy of excellence, professionalism, and dedication to the sport. His decision to retire at the peak of his performance reflects his commitment to ending his career on his own terms, at the top of his game.

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Ronaldo shows off £1.4m diamond watch during Usyk, Fury fight

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May 20, 2024

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Ronaldo shows off £1.4m diamond watch during Usyk, Fury fight

CRISTIANO Ronaldo showed off his £1.2m diamond encrusted-watch in a £3,350 Gucci outfit as he sat next to Anthony Joshua for the Oleksandr Usyk vs Tyson Fury heavyweight blockbuster in Riyadh on Sunday morning.

Two-time world champion Joshua, 34, who arrived in a white top and matching trousers, was in grand company at ringside as he enjoyed a chat with Ronaldo, with Turki Alalshikh, President of the General Entertainment Authority of Saudi Arabia, next to them.

According to The Sun, the 39-year-old Ronaldo stole the show though with his cream Gucci outfit and incredible timepiece after arriving in his £400,000 Ferrari.

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The blingy Franck Muller watch, which is finished with 424 glistening white diamonds, sparkled on Ronaldo’s wrist as he took in the action, with Usyk recording a split decision victory over Fury to become boxing’s first undisputed heavyweight champion in 25 years.

The Portuguese five-time Ballon d’Or winner had previously been spotted with a £100,000 Jacob and Company limited edition H24 on his wrist, which had a total diamond weight of 15.25 carats.

The Manchester United and Real Madrid icon has been a regular at ringside for some of the biggest fights in Saudi, with one of those Joshua’s stunning knockout victory over Otto Wallin in December.

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Despite Arsenal win, Man City clinch 4th historic straight EPL victory (+other final results)

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Man City win historic fourth consecutive EPL title

Manchester City on Sunday emerged champions of the 2023/24 English Premier League season after overpowering West Ham 3-1 at the Etihad on the campaign’s final day.

The City claimed the title after finishing just two points over Arsenal, who defeated Everton 2-1 at the Emirate Stadium.

The latest title triumph is Man City’s fourth consecutive title, a record-setting achievement for Pep Guardiola’s side.

It is also the club’s 10th EPL title and the sixth since Guardiola took over the team in 2016.

A Phil Foden brace and Rodri’s shot in second-half ensured Man City ended the season with 91 points over Arsenal’s accumulated total of 89.

The two teams’ performances took the title race to the season’s final day, and the Citizens executed their plans to perfection.

Arsenal had to come from a goal down against Everton, but their effort proved short of the indefatigable champions.

Idrissa Gueye put Everton ahead early in the first half after his freekick was deflected past David Raya by Declan Rice into the net. The Gunners struck back three minutes later when Takehiro Tomiyaso stroked the ball home after Martin Odegaard teed him up.

Kai Havertz completed the come-back for Mikel Arteta’s side with one of the final kicks of the game.

Elsewhere, Jurgen Klopp got a winning farewell in his final game at Anfield, thanks to a Liverpool 2-0 victory over ten-men Wolverhampton Wanderers.

Chelsea confirmed their return to European football next season with a 2-1 win over Bournemouth, while Manchester United will hope to win the FA Cup for a chance to play European football next season after finishing eighth in the league despite a 2-0 win at Brighton.

Luton join Burnley and Sheffield United to be relegated from the EPL following a 4-2 loss to Fulham at home.

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Arsenal 2-1 Everton

Brentford 2-4 Newcastle United

Brighton 0-2 Manchester United

Burnley 1-2 Nott. Forest

Chelsea 2-1 Bournemouth

Crystal Palace 5-0 Aston Villa

Liverpool 2-0 Wolves

Luton 2-4 Fulham

Manchester City 3-1 West Ham

Sheffield Utd 0-3 Tottenham

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