LAGOS MARCH 28TH (NEWSRANGERS)-Former Barcelona and Brazil soccer player Dani Alves has won his appeal against a rape conviction, with a Spanish court overturning the ruling on Friday. Alves was found guilty in February 2024 of sexually assaulting a woman in a Barcelona nightclub bathroom and sentenced to four-and-a-half years in prison. Alves has always…
LAGOS MARCH 28TH (NEWSRANGERS)-Captain of the senior national team of Nigeria William Troost-Ekong tendered an apology to his teammates for his error that led to the goal that helped Zimbabwe secure a 1-1 draw at the death in Uyo yesterday in the world cup qualifiers, OwnGoalNigeria.com reports. Ekong was beaten too easily leaving goalkeeper Stanley…
LAGOS MARCH 26TH (NEWSRANGERS)-Super Eagles star Victor Osimhen was visibly angry on Tuesday after Nigeria’s 1-1 draw against Zimbabwe at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State. The Napoli striker showcased his predatory instincts, expertly heading in a low cross from Moses Simon to hand Nigeria the lead. However, despite dominating possession and…
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…