LAGOS MARCH 25TH (NEWSRANGERS)-Nigeria’s hopes of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup suffered another setback following a disappointing 1-1 draw with Zimbabwe at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo, Akwa Ibom. The Super Eagles had reignited their campaign with a 2-0 victory over Rwanda last Friday. However, against the Warriors on Tuesday, Eric…
LAGOS MARCH 25TH (NEWSRANGERS)-Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis has reportedly issued a warning to his intermediaries that Victor Osimhen will be sold to the highest bidder this summer. The Nigerian striker was on the brink of a move to Chelsea last summer, but the deal ultimately fell through, leaving the striker to join Turkish side…
LAGOS MARCH 24TH (NEWSRANGERS)-The Super Eagles’ qualification campaign have taken another twist, as their upcoming opponents, Zimbabwe players, have been promised a $150,000 cash incentive to pull off a shock win against the Cheetahs of Benin and the Super Eagles in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. Originally, the Warriors, including their technical crew and…
LAGOS MARCH 24TH (NEWSRANGERS)-Known as Big George in the ring, the American built one of the most remarkable and enduring careers in the sport, winning Olympic gold in 1968 and claiming the world heavyweight title twice, 21 years apart – the second making him the oldest champion in history aged 45. He lost his first…
LAGOS MARCH 19TH (NEWSRANGERS)-Barcelona might pursue 26-year-old Nigerian international Victor Osimhen in the summer transfer window as a long-term replacement for Robert Lewandowski. According to a report by Spanish outlet Fichajes, Victor Osimhen is the subject of interest from FC Barcelona. The Catalan giants are scouring the market for a striker heading into the summer…
LAGOS MARCH 16TH (NEWSRANGERS)-A great striker is often the difference between success and failure in football. Players that can stick the ball in the back of the net are the most celebrated, but they boast the biggest price tags because goals win games. The likes of Eusebio, Pele, Ferenc Puskas and Ronaldo are among the…
LAGOS MARCH 16TH (NEWSRANGERS)-Former England and Gladiators star John Fashanu is on police bail after being arrested over a land dispute. The 62-year-old, who featured for the likes of Wimbledon and Aston Villa, is accused of criminal conspiracy, threat to life, intimidation, trespass, and obtaining by false pretence in Nigeria, where he now resides. Fashanu denies…
LAGOS MARCH 11TH (NEWSRANGERS)-Arsenal have begun the process of signing Napoli striker Victor Osimhen, according to the Daily Trust in Nigeria. A deal worth £62 million has been agreed to bring him to the Emirates Stadium this summer. Arsenal need a regular goalscorer. Kai Havertz netted 15 goals this season before his injury, but his…