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Maguireā€™s Extra-Time Header Seals Stunning 5-4 Win as Man Utd Complete Epic Europa League Comeback

Maguireā€™s Extra-Time Header Seals Stunning 5-4 Win as Man Utd Complete Epic Europa League Comeback

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Manchester United pulled off one of the most dramatic comebacks in European football history, defeating Lyon 5-4 at Old Trafford to secure a 7-6 aggregate win in the Europa League quarter-final. United initially took control with a 2-0 lead but were stunned as Lyon fought back to go 4-2 up midway through the second half of extra time, leaving the home side on the brink of elimination. However, in a thrilling final push, United roared back with three quick goals, capped off by Harry Maguireā€™s decisive header that sealed the victory. The dramatic turnaround sent the crowd into a frenzy and booked Unitedā€™s place in the semi-finals, keeping their European hopes alive in unforgettable fashion.

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Zubairu Picks Bameyi, Jephta, Arierhi, 21 Others for U20 Africa Cup of Nations

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Head Coach Aliyu Zubairu has selected first-choice goalkeeper Ifeanyi Harcourt, defender and captain Daniel Bameyi, midfielder Sulaiman Alabi Jojo and forward Kparobo Arierhi among a squad of 24 for this yearā€™s Africa U20 Cup of Nations taking place in Egypt. The tournament gets underway in 10 days. Defenders Adamu Maigari and Emmanuel Chukwu (based in Germany), midfielders Caleb Ochedikwu (based in Croatia) and Simon Cletus, and forwards Clinton Jephta, Divine Oliseh and Precious Benjamin (based in Germany) are also picked. The seven-time African champions and two-time World Cup runners-up will depart the shores of Nigeria for Egypt on Sunday, where they are expected to play a couple of friendly matches before their opening match of the competition against Tunisia in Cairo on Thursday, 1st May. Three days after the clash with the Tunisians, the Flying Eagles will take the pitch against Morocco (also in Cairo) before rounding off their group phase experience against Kenya on Wednesday, 7th May. All four semi-finalists at the tournament in Egypt will fly Africaā€™s flag at this yearā€™s FIFA U20 World Cup in Chile, 27th September ā€“ 19th October.   24 FLYING EAGLES FOR EGYPT 2025: Goalkeepers: Ifeanyi Ebenezer Harcourt (Sporting Lagos); Rufai Abubakar (Mavlon FC); Soliu Ajia Yakub (FK Novi Pazar, Serbia) Defenders: Adamu Maigari (El-Kanemi Warriors); Odinaka Okoro (Sporting Lagos); Daniel Bameyi (Bayelsa United); Emmanuel Chukwu (TSG 1899 Hoffenheim, Germany); Chigozie Michael Ihejiofor (Katsina United) Midfielders: Caleb Ochedikwu (NK Uljanik Pula, Croatia); Israel Isaac Ayuma (NK Istra, Croatia); Simon Cletus (Mavlon FC); Sulaiman Alabi Jojo (El-Kanemi Warriors); Auwal Ibrahim (Akwa United); Shafiu Adamu Duguri (Wikki Tourists) Forwards: Precious Benjamin (TSG 1899 Hoffenheim, Germany); Ezekiel Anthony Kpangu (Inspire FC); Divine Oliseh (Forster Academy); Clinton Jephta (Enyimba FC); Bidemi Amole (Real Sapphire FC); Tahir Maigana (Wireless FC); Theophilus Mendos Rickson (Niger Tornadoes); Kparobo Nathaniel Arierhi (Lillestrom SK, Norway); Matthew Kingsley (Kings FC); Yushau Armiyau (Katsina United)

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Ancelotti: My Real Madrid Future Could End Tomorrow

Ancelotti: My Real Madrid Future Could End Tomorrow

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Following Real Madrid’s elimination from the UEFA Champions League quarter-finals by Arsenal, manager Carlo Ancelotti has acknowledged the uncertainty surrounding his future at the club. In a post-match interview, Ancelotti stated, “I could be done at Real Madrid tomorrow,” but emphasized his gratitude towards the club regardless of any decision about his tenure. ā€‹Sky Sports Real Madrid’s 1-0 loss at the Santiago BernabĆ©u resulted in a 3-2 aggregate defeat, marking a significant downturn for a team that has won the competition twice in the last three seasons. Currently, they trail Barcelona by four points in La Liga with seven games remaining. ā€‹ Amidst this backdrop, the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) is reportedly intensifying efforts to appoint Ancelotti as the national team’s head coach. Sources indicate that Diego Fernandes, a prominent Brazilian businessman, is facilitating discussions between Ancelotti’s representatives and the CBF. ā€‹ Ancelotti, who extended his contract with Real Madrid until 2026, has previously expressed a desire to honor his commitments with the club. However, the recent Champions League exit and ongoing speculation about his future have fueled discussions about a potential move to manage Brazil.ā€‹ As Real Madrid faces challenges in both domestic and European competitions, the coming weeks will be crucial in determining Ancelotti’s next steps, whether he continues at the helm of Los Blancos or embarks on a new chapter with the Brazilian national team.

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Mikel Arteta Reveals Pep Guardiola Phone Call Before Arsenal Knocked Out Real Madrid

Mikel Arteta Reveals Pep Guardiola Phone Call Before Arsenal Knocked Out Real Madrid

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Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has revealed that he spoke with Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola ahead of Arsenalā€™s dramatic 1-0 victory over Real Madrid, which secured their place in the UEFA Champions League semi-finals for the first time in 16 years. Arteta, a former assistant to Guardiola at Manchester City, said the phone call took place a day before the second leg at the Santiago BernabĆ©u, where Bukayo Sakaā€™s 68th-minute goal sealed a 3-2 aggregate win for the Gunners. Speaking after the match, Arteta said, ā€œI spoke with Pep yesterday. Heā€™s been here so many times with City, so of course I wanted his perspective. He knows this Madrid team very well and gave me some advice on how to manage the transitions and the pressure moments.ā€ The two managers share a close friendship, with Arteta often crediting Guardiola for shaping his football philosophy during his time at the Etihad. Their clubs could now face each other in the semi-finals if Manchester City overcome Bayern Munich in their own quarter-final tie. Arteta added, ā€œHe wished me luck and said, ā€˜Be brave.ā€™ That stuck with me. We were brave tonight, and Iā€™m proud of the boys for the way they fought.ā€ The win marks a major milestone in Artetaā€™s managerial career and adds to speculation that Arsenal are emerging as a real European powerhouse under his leadership.

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Arsenal Knock Out Real Madrid, Advance to Champions League Semi-Finals

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LONDON ā€“ April 16, 2025 ā€” Arsenal have booked their place in the UEFA Champions League semi-finals after a dramatic victory over Real Madrid, eliminating the 14-time champions from the competition. In a high-stakes second-leg clash at the Emirates Stadium, the Gunners delivered a confident and composed performance to edge past the Spanish giants, securing a historic result for the North London club. The aggregate score sealed Arsenal’s progression, marking their first semi-final appearance in over a decade. The match was filled with intensity and tactical battles, but Arsenalā€™s clinical finishing and solid defense ultimately proved decisive. Real Madrid, despite their pedigree and attacking threats, were unable to break through Arsenalā€™s well-organized back line. Manager Mikel Arteta praised his teamā€™s resilience and discipline, stating, ā€œTo beat a club like Real Madrid on this stage is a huge moment for us. Iā€™m incredibly proud of the players and the fans who created a special atmosphere tonight.ā€ Arsenal will now prepare for their semi-final matchup, with hopes of reaching their first Champions League final since 2006. More updates to follow as the Gunners continue their European quest

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Gabon Striker Boupendza Dies after 11th Floor Fall

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Gabon international striker Aaron Boupendza has died at 28 following a fall from the 11th floor of a building in China, the Gabonese Football Federation (FEGAFOOT) said on Wednesday. Boupendza, who joined Zhejiang FC earlier this year, was in good form with four goals in six matches. “At 28, Boupendza is remembered as a great striker who left a lasting impression at the African Cup of Nations in Cameroon (in 2022),” FEGAFOOT said in a statement. “Trained at CF Mounana and Bordeaux in France, the Gabonese striker joined the Chinese league after a brief spell in Romania. “FEGAFOOT and the great family of Gabonese soccer offer his biological family their sincere condolences in this difficult time.” Authorities in China have launched an investigation to find out whether the fall was an accident, suicide, or the result of foul play, media reports in Romania said. There was no official confirmation for the cause of death. Born in Moanda, Boupendza joined French side Bordeaux in 2016, spending most of his time on loan at other French clubs. In 2020 he signed for Turkish side Hatayspor, and was top scorer in the Super Lig in 2020-21 before moving on to Al Arabi, with whom he won the Qatar FA Cup, and Al Shabab in the Saudi Pro League. Spells in the USA with FC Cincinnati and Romania’s Rapid Bucharest followed ahead of his move to China in January. “It is with great sadness that I learn of the tragic death of Aaron Boupendza, a talented centre-forward who brought honour to Gabonese soccer,” Gabon President Brice Oligui Nguema said. “I offer my sincere condolences to his family and friends. May God bless his soul.”

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Maduka Okoye On Bournemouth’s Radar

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Premier League side, Bournemouth has expressed interest in Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye. Bournemouthā€™s Sporting Director Tiago Pinto has previous experience in the Serie A with Roma and has in the past looked towards Italy in search of potential transfers. Most notably, he has signed Dean Huijsen from Juventus for the Cherries. Now he is looking at a goalkeeper from the same league. Okoye of Udinese is the keeper who has been scouted by the Premier League club. Presently negotiations over a potential deal havenā€™t started but as per Gianluigi Longari (via SportItalia.it), there is concrete interest. Okoye, who came to Udinese back in 2024, has only conceded 23 goals in the league. He has a decent amount of experience aged only 25 and could be a long term solution for Bournemouth as their Number One. Okoye has mentioned Dida as his idol while also stating that he looks up to the likes of Marc Andre Ter Stegen, Ederson and Thibaut Courtois.

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Bruno Onyemaechi’s Olympiacos Wins Greek Super League

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Bruno Onyemaechi’s Olympiakos has returned to the throne of Greek soccer after two years of absence, clinching the Super League title with its home win against AEK. The Reds won 1-0 at the Georgios Karaiskakis thanks to an Ayoub El Kaabi goal on the 55th minute that triggered wild celebrations to last for hours. With the Greek Cup Final against OFI pending (scheduled for May 17), the Piraeus team can secure the domestic double on the back of winning the Europa Conference League last season, in one of the most successful 12-month periods ever for the club that is celebrating its centenary. Panathinaikos has taken a lead in the battle for her second spot that secures the ticket to the Champions League qualifiers, with a 3-1 home victory over PAOK. The Greens were more convincing on Sunday than against AEK a week earlier, when they ad hwon by the same score. This time they led 3-0 with goals from Azzedine Ounahi and Karol Swiderski, plus an own goal by Mateusz Wieteska. PAOK got some late consolation with Giannis Konstantelias. Olympiakos has mathematically won the title with three games left to play, having 66 points. Panathinaikos is second with 56, AEK stayed on 53 and PAOK on 52. In the 5-8 playoffs, Aris has all but clinched the fifth spot with its 1-0 win over Atromitos, and can only be challenged by Asteras that defeated OFI 2-1 in Tripoli. The battle in the play-outs rages on, with Volos coming out of the drop zone through its 1-0 win over Levadiakos, while Kallitheaā€™s 3-1 defeat at Panserraikos put it back in the penultimate place. Lamia is all but relegated after its 1-0 loss at Panetolikos. Kifissia will most likely be the team to go up from the second group of Super League 2 to the top flight, thanks to its crucial 1-0 win at rival Kalamata on Sunday. A day earlier Larissa had celebrated its promotion from the first group. “Congratulations to our own Bruno Onyemaechi who has won the Greek Super League with Olympiacos FC,” the midfielder was congratulated on Super Eagles Twitter handle now X.

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