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…
LAGOS MARCH 6TH (NEWSRANGERS)-Arsenal’s record-breaking 7-1 demolition of PSV Eindhoven in the Champions League Round of 16 generated headlines across Spain, with the country’s leading sports publications acknowledging the ruthlessness of Mikel Arteta’s side. With Real Madrid or Atletico Madrid awaiting the Gunners in the quarter-finals, the Spanish press was unanimous in its assessment: Arsenal…
LAGOS MARCH 3RD (NEWSRANGERS)-Eric Chelle has extended an invite to two uncapped defenders ahead of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers this month. The squad has been hit with a series of injuries, including Super Eagles stand-in captain William Troost-Ekong and experienced defender Semi Ajayi. The Malian coach has decided to convert some midfielders into defenders…
LAGOS MARCH 2ND (NEWSRANGERS)-Real Madrid look to have lost more ground in the La Liga title race on Saturday after they were defeated 2-1 by Real Betis at the Benito Villamarin. By the end of the weekend, Los Blancos could be down to third in the standings, and also three points away from first place….