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Celebrities / Re: Man Offer's Nigerian Artiste Money To Break Up With His Girlfriend (Read Chat) by FootBallBlood: 7:09am On Jul 14, 2018
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Sports / Cristiano Ronaldo To Have His Juventus Debut In August by FootBallBlood: 2:27pm On Jul 13, 2018
The Portuguese superstar will have to wait a little bit longer before his anticipated debut for the Italian Champions comes as he just participated at the World Cup in Russia with Portugal and as reported having his holiday.

According to news, it was thought that Juventus fans will be able to see the five-time Ballon D’Or winner kick his first ball for the Turin giants against his former club in a pre-season match, but the news says he will have to wait.

The Portuguese ace completed a surprised club record transfer to Juventus from Real Madrid in a total of £99.2m and is expected to be in Turin by the weekend.


The Serie A Champions will have their pre-season in the USA where they will meet Benfica, Bayern Munich, MLS All Stars and Ronaldo’s former home Real Madrid on 5th August. As the old Lady gear up for upcoming European Champions League which has been their dream.

However, according to Mundo Deportivo, that the game between the two sides will come so early for Cristiano Ronaldo to feature as he will be back for pre-season on the 30th of July.

Ronaldo is however, expected to play his first competitive game for Juventus on the 19th August , which is the day for Serie A season opener.

All eyes will be on the player who has conquered England, Spain and now in Italy to show his worth and what many believed to be a merry go round for the five time Ballon D’Or winner.


Also Read- " Juventus Chief Reveals Secret Behind Cristiano Ronaldo’s Move to Juventus"


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Source- www.trendingfootballnews.com

Sports / See Gareth Bale In Manchester United Jersey- As Transfer Gets Closer by FootBallBlood: 2:07pm On Jul 13, 2018
Report emanating from England that Jose Mourinho and Manchester United chief are very close in signing Gareth Bale from Real Madrid the summer.

The United chief Ed Woodward and Mourinho chose the Welshman over Cristiano Ronaldo, who later joined the Italian Champions Juventus in a club transfer record of £88million earlier this week.

The discussion is said to have reached an advanced stage and it’s just remaining for the player to signal his interest. The former Tottenham man has seen his playing time reduced drastically under Madrid’s former manager Zinedane Zidane, who preferred Isco to the 28-year-old.

However, Real Madrid new manager Julen Lopetegui will be looking for who will become the next Galactico after Ronaldo left for Juve, and it’s now left for the former Spanish coach to reaffirm and convince Gareth Bale that he is part of the club’s plan.

The Paris Saint Germain due Neymar and Kylian Mbappe, Chelsea superstar Eden Hazard are all being considered by Real Madrid’s president Florentino Perez to replace Ronaldo.

When it became clear that Cristiano Ronaldo will be leaving the Spanish capital, Manchester United refused seizing the opportunity in signing the Portuguese forward rather they decided to go for Bale.

The Manchester chief had wanted to sign the Welshman since 2013 after taking over as the United chief executive. And Mourinho is also a fan of the attacker and is keen to bring Bale to Old Trafford.

The right side of attack has been United’s weak wing all these years, and Jose Mourinho is keen to address the situation this summer. Chelsea’s Brazilian forward Willian is another player on United’s wish list. If United ends up capturing any of these players, it will go a long way in strengthening their squad next season.


Also Read- " Juventus to request Morata swap in Huguain deal from Chelsea"

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Source- www.trendingfootballnews.com

Jobs/Vacancies / Vacancy For Executive Assistant In A Lagos Based Tax Firm- Apply by FootBallBlood: 9:46am On Jul 06, 2018
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QUALIFICATION:
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Interested and qualified candidates should click here to apply: https://www.newsvilla.com.ng/2018/07/06/vacancy-executive-assistant-lagos-based-tax-firm/
Sports / Maradona Slams Argentine Team, Compares Messi To Argentine Comedian, Patoruzu by FootBallBlood: 5:58pm On Jul 01, 2018
Diego Maradona has heavily criticized the Argentine captain, Messi over their loss against France that led to Argentina crashing out of the tournament yesterday.

Lionel Messi saw his country exit from the round of 16 encounter against the European side after his unconvincing role that called for the Argentine iconic head.

However, the Argentine coach left his proven strikers Gonzalo Higuain, Sergio Aguero and talented Juventus attacker Paulo Dybala on the bench and handed Lionel Messi a false nine position of which Angel Di Maria and Cristian Pavon where on both wings.

Lionel Messi’s display led to the Argentine Legend Maradona attacking the Barcelona player, thereby comparing him to Patoruzu, an Argentine comedian.

Maradona said, (I watched Leo very closely; Messi was very far from the goal. Yes he was put at No 9 but he has to bring the game together. We are talking more about Patoruzú than about Lionel Messi).

Diego Maradona also laid dig on the Argentine manager Jorge Sampaoli on his selection of the starting XI.

Maradona continued, (It was evident from the formation, Pavon, Messi and Di Maria had to go to attack, they had to get in the area around the penalty box, push the centre-backs and trap them in. Yes they can create play, but; they are not forwards).

Nevertheless, the Argentine Legend has been causing stir on the way he celebrates his country whenever they score.

During the match between his country Argentina and Nigeria, he was examined by the medical staff at the St Petersburg stadium after he was seen causing and using his fingers in laying the abuse.

Now that his Nation have been eliminated from the world cup, we are yet to learn if he will continue watching matches.

Their continental competition will come up next year, and Diego Maradona wants new and more trusted players to showcase their talents as to be used in the next Copa America.

When quizzed on the players to choose from, he said, (We have to aim at the kids, go through the good things that the boys leave us with even though they won’t be there anymore, We have to try to inculcate the sacred fire that at times seems to be lacking in Argentina).

Lionel Messi is yet to make announcement on his International future, but many believes that this will probably be his last world cup outing as he will be 35 at next world cup in Qatar come 2022.


Source- http://www.trendingfootballnews.com/maradona-compares-messi-to-an-argentine-comedian/

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Celebrities / Re: See Behind The Scene Pictures Of Ipcraft's Aje Music Video by FootBallBlood: 3:08pm On Jun 29, 2018
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Celebrities / Re: See Behind The Scene Pictures Of Ipcraft's Aje Music Video by FootBallBlood: 3:06pm On Jun 29, 2018
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Sports / Real Madrid Ready To Use The Fund From Ronaldo’s Sale To Sign Neymar by FootBallBlood: 6:50am On Jun 29, 2018
Real Madrid are said to be ever ready to cash on Cristiano Ronaldo at once, after it emerged that the Portuguese has made more enemies than friends at the Snatiago Bernabeu after causing stir and provocation on his comment last month after lifting his fourth Champions League trophy with the Los Blancos.

Report now has it that Manchester United who have been longing to reunite with the Forward at Old Traford is now open to come in and bid for him as it is easier to snap him now or never.

However, despite Ronaldo’s World cup form which has seen him netted four goals in three matches for Portugal, that doesn’t seems to help his future at the Spanish giant in any way, after it was believed that his heart has been set on exit about his current comment after Madrid beat Liverpool last month at the Champions League final in Kiev.

And according to El Gol Digital, that Real Madrid have decided to finally get rid of Ronaldo. The news also has it that he has few friends in the dressing room, with the report suggesting only Marcelo and Karim Benzema have his back.

Notwithstanding, the same story suggests that new manager Julen Lopetegui made it known that Cristiano Ronaldo is not in his plans and this has even made it more worse for the Portuguese Superstar, as Madrid president Florentino Perez is said to be gunning for Paris Saint-German talisman Neymar.

However, the Express claim that Manchester United Chief Executive Ed Woodward has been longing for Ronaldo’s return, notwithstanding his age and number of years he has left.

Real Madrid will welcome any bid with open arms if United come calling for his signature.

Also Read- England lame without Kane- I Learned a lot from the game said Southgate"



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Source- www.trendingfootballnews.com
Sports / England Lame Without Kane- I Learned A Lot From The Game Said Southgate by FootBallBlood: 6:39am On Jun 29, 2018
Harry Kane’s absent showed off with England’s performance which led to their loss was unacceptable.

The two forwards Southgate selected tried but Jamie Vardy and Rashford, can’t be compared to when they have Kane’s presence, which made them vulnerable in front of goal.

Harry Kane has five goals to his name already at the tournament, making the highest scorer so far with five goals to account for, but yet the goals haven’t come as direct hard work as a strike, rather there was two goals resulting from corners, two from penalties and another a deflection from Ruben Loftus-Cheek’s shot to complete his hat-trick in the 6-1 win against Panama.



He is the central figure in England’s World Cup ambitions, the leader on and off the pitch and a striker every defence at this tournament would be anxious about facing.

For the coach not to risk bringing in his captain to help salvage the loss showed how he believed and trust the Tottenham forward to deliver at the knockout stages of the world cup.

That to say despite Vardy and Rashford doing their best, and may make contributions later at the tournament, they are seen as a team built around Harry Kane of which England can’t do without.

England manager Gareth Southgate said after the game “I thought the game was a really good test for us. We knew the level was going to be higher than we have had even with teams making changes. Belgium had controlled possession in our back third and we found it tough to press, but in terms of chances, we were fairly even. I think we have learned a lot from the game. It will be a good game to go and review. The objective was a mid-term one. We have got everybody time on the pitch and they are ready to come in, those that hadn’t previously played, and we have protected those who had”.

Also Read- " England and Belgium Last Group Fight – England to plot their route ahead"


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Source- www.trendingfootballnews.com
Sports / Chelsea Is Set To Leapfrog Liverpool To The Signing Of Alisson From Roma by FootBallBlood: 4:01pm On Jun 28, 2018
CHELSEA are reportedly ahead of Liverpool and Real Madrid to sign Roma Brazilian keeper Alisson Becker this summer.

News has it that the Brazilian has been heavily linked with a move away from the Serie A side, with a number of European heavyweights fighting for his signature.

According to Spanish publication Marca, Real Madrid and Liverpool are now set to miss out on Alisson, after Roma rejected their first bid, which are said to be lower than their valuation.

During the winter transfer, reports have it that Liverpool saw their approached rejected because of Roma’s asking price which is said to be in the region of £70m.

However, it was as if Liverpool search for a number one keeper made them went for Roma’s Alisson before their first choice Loris Karius made a big blunder that caused them champions league trophy last month, and Jurgen Klopp has since then said to be desperate for a new No.1.

The Brazilian has also been pursued by Real Madrid, as their club chief Florentino Perez is desperate for a total overhaul of the team that recorded a very poor outing in the Spanish La Liga last season.


Real Madrid current keeper Keylor Navas has been considered as not good enough and Manchester United refusal to let their first choice option David De Gea to sign, the Los Blancos have now identified Alisson as their second choice.

But as things stand it seems the La Liga side could miss out as Chelsea look to turn things around after a disappointing season last year.

The potential Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri is expected to ask for major changes on the one he is to inherit from his country man Antonio Conte who will be axed as soon as possible.

Chelsea number one goal keeper thibaut Courtois has been locked horn on a new contract with the Stamford Bridge side since last season, it now seems that Sarri and Chelsea are planning on a life without the Belgium number one.

After seeing the Brazilian brilliant display at the world cup in Russia, Chelsea are keen on his signature.

And according to Spanish newspaper Marca, Roma have given a go ahead order for Alisson to move to the London club.

Notwithstanding, the report also claims that Chelsea are set to offer €70m (£61.8m) for the Brazilian Keeper.


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Sports / Kaka Advises Neymar To Leave PSG For Madrid by FootBallBlood: 3:52pm On Jun 28, 2018
The Brazilian superstar is currently in Russia with the National team for the World Cup and is also trying to help Brazil reach the Last round of 16, after drawing against Switzerland and a narrow win over Costa Rica. After several months of sideline with a foot problem, the Brazilian forward can finally play a competitive match. Despite his involvement in Russia, Neymar’s future is still imbalance.

However, former Brazilian striker Kaka has spoken about Neymar’s future, Kaka who also played for Real Madrid some years back, whose spell with the Spanish giant didn’t go as plan has advised his fellow country man to sign for the Los Blancos if actually he wants to join them, this was in an interview published with the Italian newspaper La Gazzetta dello Sport.


Kaka continued, (This is a personal decision, If he signs for Real Madrid now, perhaps people will say that he’s only gone to Paris to build a bridge towards Madrid. But, if this is what he wants, he has to do it and be ready to manage the situation, there is always a lot of pressure on him. In Brazil is amazing, people speak about his level, class, but also about his haircut, his bags… He is a great player but also a celebrity and it’s not easy to manager all these things”, Kaká said, probably with his own experience.

Even if Neymar is a great player, it is still too soon to compare him with great players like Pelé: “It is early to tell. Neymar is 26 years old and he is arriving to be mature. He is one of the candidates to win the Ballon d’Or Award in the next years because he’s growing”. Kaká also spoke about his rivals Cristiano Ronaldo and Messi: “Because of the age, they have to go down physically. But we cannot tell when this will happen. Cristiano is 33 and he is a positive surprise, it’s a privilege to see what he is doing in a football pitch).

If Neymar should join Real Madrid, it will a great deal for the Spanish giants who want a rightful replacement of Cristiano Ronaldo. The move will make Madrid more formidable in Europe and La Liga as well.


Source- www.trendingfootballnews.com

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Celebrities / Re: Ipcraft Gives Out Freebies On Instagram For Best Caption On Behind The Scene Pho by FootBallBlood: 10:44am On Jun 27, 2018
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Celebrities / Re: Ipcraft Gives Out Freebies On Instagram For Best Caption On Behind The Scene Pho by FootBallBlood: 10:39am On Jun 27, 2018
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Sports / Jose Mourinho And Pep Guardiola Battle Over Kylian Mbappe by FootBallBlood: 5:02pm On Jun 26, 2018
News have it that the two Manchester clubs are battling for Paris Saint Germain starlet Kylian Mbappe, the Sunday Mirror reported that the French giants are ready to cash in on one of their star asset with the fear that they may be hit with Financial fair play violation.

Mbappe who last week created history as the youngest French palyer to score in a world cup tournament, he scored against Peru in their second group game, the young star who join Paris Saint Germain from Monaco last summer on a season long loan with an initial agreement to sign the 19 year old permanent in a staggering contract worth £166m, but according to the Mirror that the French Champions are under investigation of bridging the Financial fair rule, of which if they are found guilty will be fined or face FIFA disciplinary action.

The loan deal comes immediately after they coughed out a total amount of £198m to bring Neymar Jnr. to Paris from Barcelone in a move that has not favoured the two parties.

Recently rumour has it that Real Madrid are sniffing around Neymar to snap him up but it is believed that PSG has vehemently turned down any interest on their main asset, now the question is on what will then happen if they reduce their wage on Mbappe to suit UEFA’s need?.

It has now appeared clearly that Manchester United and Manchester City are sniffing around the player with Manchester United mostly serious to sign the teenage sensation. The Mirror also has it that United had already met with Mbappe’s representatives on the possibility of signing the player and have also met the French giants that they are ready to sacrifice Mbappe’s country man Anthony Martial in exchange, Martial who the Old Trafford side value in the region of £80m.

Since Mbappe is valued by PSG at the total amount of £166m, this meant that United has to cough out the sum of £86m plus Anthony Martial for the young talented player who happens to be Jose Mourinho’s fan.


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Sports / "I Can’t Imagine Playing In Real Madrid Without Cristiano Ronaldo" Marco Asensio by FootBallBlood: 4:54pm On Jun 26, 2018
Cristiano Ronaldo’s talk of leaving Real Madrid this summer was cool by his fellow teammates who believes that the five time Ballon d’Or winner won’t be leaving the Spanish capital.

Marco Asensio has said he can’t imagined him playing for Madrid without Ronaldo Cristiano after the Portuguese striker made it clear that he will leave Real Madrid this summer.

Ronaldo has been on the media for some time now on his decision to quit the Los Blancos after the Champions League final. Because of the pronunciation making headlines in the media, his family and past managers has suggested he could end up at Manchester United.

Asensio hopes that is not the case, with the 22-year-old eager to ensure that a five-time Ballon d’Or winner remains important part of quad at the Santiago Bernabeu in 2018-19. He told Marca when quizzed on the transfer talk (I can’t imagine playing without him. Ronaldo has been, is and will be very important for us. Real Madrid and him always have to go together).

It has been suggested that Asensio could be the man to fill the void for Madrid once Ronaldo does depart, with a modern day icon now 33 years of age.

Asensio added, (We’re different players. I like to drop a little to receive the ball and have more contact with it, being less of a finisher. Everyone evolves as a footballer through learning and we’ll see in the future what position I play). A man who joined Madrid for just €3.9 million from Real Mallorca in 2014 is also keen to avoid being drawn into a debate regarding his current value.

Big teams from across Europe has tabled huge amount for the Spanish starlet, but Asensio claims to be happy where he is and refused to speak on the likely figure that has come his way in the current transfer market.

He continued, (I don’t know. I don’t control the way the prices in the market are, but it’s true that it will have gone up quite a bit since I signed, these prices are worked out by the clubs and by circumstance, I don’t know what I would be worth now).


Read Here- http://www.trendingfootballnews.com/chelsea-join-the-hunt-for-cristiano-ronaldo/
Sports / Manchester United End Their Interest In Alex Sandro by FootBallBlood: 7:09pm On Jun 25, 2018
According to news emanating from Engalnd, Man United have ended their interest in signing the Juventus full back due to the club asking price, which United chiefs see as too high for Alex Sandro

According to report in the British media, the Old Trafford side has refused to grant Jose Mourinho’s request in signing the Brazilian left back from Juventus this summer.

The same report which was seen in the Manchester Evening News, according to Daily Express that the United Chiefs has disagreed with Mourinho’s interest in snapping the Old Lady’s full back this summer.

After a disappointing season that saw Manchester United played all season trophy less, Jose Mourinho has decided to build a formidable squad capable of challenging their rivals Manchester City to the title, and according to the same report, the Brazilian left back has been on Mourinho’s rather for a very long time.


The news now believed that the Manchester United hierarchy has turned down Jose Mourinho’s interest in Alex Sandro, which they believe is the best for what the club stands for.

However, the Brazilian full back has been chased by premier league club in the past, which Chelsea wanted to sign the defender last season but was unable to snap him due to Juventus high demand of £50milion.

Despite their interest in the player, Manchester United has been in hunt for other positions in order to booster their squad and that has made them to sign Brazilian Fred from Shakhtar Donetsk and Portuguese young star Diogo Dalot from FC Porto so far.

Manchester United finished the season as runner up, but failed to lift a silver ware last season which happens to be Mourinho’s second season in charge.


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Sports / Juventus Close To Signing Anthony Martial From Manchester United by FootBallBlood: 6:40pm On Jun 25, 2018
News has it in Italy that Manchetser United winger is moving close in securing Juventus move of which it is believed that personal terms with the French star is almost agreed.

Anthony Martial has failed further in pecking order to hold a starting line spot for United, report also has it that Manchester United manager Mourinho has lost confidence in the player which made him sign Alexis Sanches from Arsenal during the January transfer window. Chelsea and Tottenham are thought to have made a move the Frenchman while the Old lady were also monitoring the situation.

According to reliable Italian news outlet Calciomercato, that Juventus are now favourite to sign Martial. The negotiation for Martial personal terms between his representatives and Juventus is almost done. The reason behind Juventus interest in Anthony Martial is for a possible replacement for Ganzalo Higuain who had seen past his best years. According to Ian McGarry, a transfer expert who believes that Manchester United have slapped a staggering amount of £88million on Martial.

He said (If someone came and offered me Anthony Martial for €100million I would probably laugh, are you serious? Have you looked at how he has played for the past year? He is not worth that amount of money, Martial has a colourful social life which has I think frustrated Jose Mourinho and other people at Manchester United, they feel his focus is not on football. But it’s obvious he is a very talented young man and could be an elite player. He probably needs to move elsewhere to refocus his mind in terms of his contract and find somewhere he can play every week. I just think at that price €100m, it’ll be very hard for Manchester United to find a buyer.)

The report added that there has been no agreement between the two clubs but the Serie A champions are hoping to agree a temporal contract with Martial before meeting United for open negotiations despite the fact they have approach United for the player before.


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Sports / "Cristiano Ronaldo Is Overhyped, Scores From Set-Pieces" - Cesc Fabregas by FootBallBlood: 5:34pm On Jun 24, 2018
Chelsea midfielder Cesc Fabregas played down the praises heaped on the performances of Cristiano Ronaldo at the world cup so far. Stating that Portuguese superstar does not deserve all the credit he is getting for the goals he has scored so far at the World Cup.

Ronaldo is at the moment top joint scorer on four goals in two matches with Belgium’s Romelu Lukaku, who have also scored brace in each of the two matches for his national team.

Cristiano Ronaldo scored hat-trick in their 3-3 ppp draw against Fabregas’s country men and also with the winning goal against Morocco in their second Group B game on Wednesday.

Fabregas didn’t make the team for the Spanish side which drew with Portugal in their opening match, and he has spent part of his time off writing for BBC Sport. Fabregas wanted to let people know that Ronaldo’s goals have come via situations that are easier to score from.

People has been praising the Portuguese superstar as the best player in Russia so far and looking at the situation, Ronaldo has been out rightly the best for Portugal because all the four goals they have scored so far has come from the forward.

And the Chelsea playmaker, who is no friend with Ronaldo, and has been in logger head with the Real Madrid superstar during his time at Arsenal and Barcelona, believes the opposite saying that Ronaldo is being over hyped.

Fabregas said (“Yes, he is playing well, but if you really look at what he has done, he has scored one penalty, one free-kick, one goal from a corner and one with a shot that David de Gea should have saved, “You cannot say that he and Portugal have shown great combinations or tiki-taka football to score great goals, “You have to give him credit, of course, but his goals have come from set-pieces, penalties or mistakes).

Ronaldo will continue his golden boot chase in Portugal’s final group game against Iran on Monday night, with Russia or Uruguay their likely last-16 opponents.

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Sports / Injured Romelu Lukaku A Big Doubt Ahead Of Belgium's Clash Against England by FootBallBlood: 7:38am On Jun 24, 2018
Belgium are concerned on the extent of an ankle ligament injury Romelu Lukaku sustained in their win over Tunisia this evening and are set to make major changes for their final group game against England.

Romelu Lukaku was praised for both his finishing and his co-ordination during Belgium’s win over Tunisia today as he scored a twice as they thrashed the African side 5-2 in an encounter sends them to the knock-out.

It has now surfaced that Belgium’s star forward could miss the team’s final group game against England, which will see the two teams battle for first place if England beat Panama on Sunday.

Lukaku was forced off in the 59th minute having scored twice in a 5-2 victory which has guaranteed Belgium’s place in the last 16. Roberto Martínez said Eden Hazard and Dries Mertens were also hurt, picking up calf and ankle injuries respectively.


Belgium’s manger said Lukaku had damaged an “external ankle ligament”. Martínez added: (“It was a knock that he had late in the first half and he tried to play through it and he couldn’t. He’s going to be assessed and then we’ll find out a bit more in 48 hours.”)
Romelu Lukaku’s goals made him tally with Cristiano Ronaldo as joint leading scorers with four goals.

Michy Batshuayi, who replace him when Eden Hazard left on 68 minutes, looked sharp and got himself on the scoresheet to take the tally to 5 after the brace from both Lukaku and Hazard. He would have scored more but was misfiring in front of goal with many missed chances.

The Belgium Coach will try to rotate his squad for Thursday’s game in Kaliningrad against England. When quizzed whether he would change the team against England he said: (“The answer is very clear. If we could have seven days to prepare the game and then have seven days for the next game I would say carry on with the same starting XI. The reality now is that we are qualified and in a tournament like the World Cup you are only as good as the 23 players in your squad).

Romelu Lukaku who has scored 23 goals out of 20 appearances will try to get fit enough to face England.

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Sports / Bayern Munich Reportedly Told Manchester United Their Price For Jerome Boateng by FootBallBlood: 12:40pm On Jun 23, 2018
Bayern Munich have reportedly placed a £50 million price tag on Jerome Boateng, who is being targeted by Manchester United.

According to a report emanating from England, Bayern Munich made their asking price be known to Manchester United for Jerome Boateng. The German defender will be available for £50 million this summer transfer window, with Bayern new coach prepared to sell him.

The highly rated defender has previous experience in the Premier League, having played for Manchester United’s bitter rivals Manchester City in the 2010-11 season. But, his short stay with the Citizens was on a disappointing note, with the player failing to be a regular at the club.

He then joined Bayern Munich, where he has progressed heavily to establish himself as one of the best centre-backs in the world. Over the last seven years, Boateng has appeared over 250 times for the Bavarians, although he has been hilted with injury problems in recent seasons.

Nevertheless, the 29-year-old continues to be seen as one of the best centre-backs in the game, and is in great demand heading into this summer’s transfer window. That his future at Bayern Munich is uncertain makes him a hot property in the transfer market, with Manchester United leading the race to sign him.

The Red Devils are reportedly in search for a central defender this summer, with Phil Jones and Chris Smalling heavily linked with summer moves away from Old Trafford, and with Victor Lindelof taking time to settle in his new surroundings at Manchester United, Boateng is the perfect target who could act as the best mentor to the Swede.

Additionally, having won several trophies with Bayern, the player will also bring a winning mentality that is seriously needed at Old Trafford. Manchester United also know that Boateng will be available for the right price, with talks on going.

The price has now been revealed, with Bayern Munich set to ask for £50 million in exchange for his services.

Boateng is not the only centre-back that Manchester United are considering, with Toby Alderweireld of Tottenham leading an eight-man shortlist.

However, with Tottenham refusing to reduce their asking price for the Belgian defender, Jose Mourinho is considering alternate, with Boateng likely to be available for as low as £43 million. The only worry for Manchester United is his recent fitness record.

If they choose to overlook his fitness issues and go ahead with the move, Boateng will arguably be a quality addition at Manchester United. One thing is certain though, the German international is more likely to leave Bayern Munich this transfer market.

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Sports / Manchester United Looking To Sign Jordi Alba Ahead Of Tottenham by FootBallBlood: 12:29pm On Jun 23, 2018
According to news coming from England, Manchester United leads Tottenham in the race for Barcelona star Jordi Alba.

This is because Jose Mourinho is looking to strengthen in the left-back area and Ashley Young is currently first-choice at Old Trafford with Luke Shaw out of favour, but the former is currently in his 30s and has seen most of his years and Luke Shaw is not reliable due to his inconsistency and injury history.

And it is believed United lead Spurs in the race for Alba, although it is also believed that the Spaniard could still stay at the Nou Camp.

Manchester United and Tottenham will battle for the signature of Jordi Alba in what would represent one of the more sensational transfer sagas of the summer of which United are said to be more serious in the player.


The Spanish player has been an important part of Barcelona’s successes over the past few years, but news from Spain suggest the defender could be on his way to the Premier League this summer.


Manchester United looks favourites for the 29-year-old’s signature, whilst Tottenham may also sign him depending on who meets Barcelona’s value for the player.

Juventus are also said to move for Alba if their current left-back Alex Sandro, who is a transfer target of Manchester United, moves on this summer.

Currently though, the Serie A champions are priced are not under pressure for a left back after it was reported that they have offered the Alex Sandro a lucrative offer to extend his contract with the club.

“Manchester City are also interested in Jordi Alba but Pep Guardiola is said to not going to move for the Barcelona defender if he is not available because he already have the likes Mendy and Danilo in that position, of which the later can play in the right also.

Alba made 48 appearances in all competitions, scoring three times and providing 12 assists.

Manchester United are looking to shuffle their squad this summer to close the gap on rivals Manchester City next season.

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Sports / Patrice Evra Backs Paul Pogba To Prove Critics Wrong by FootBallBlood: 2:10pm On Jun 22, 2018
The former Red Devils left-back has encouraged his fellow country man Paul Pogba to recover the form that made him one of the best and most expensive player in the world of football.

The Manchester United Midfielder has become one of the most popular talked about players in the premier league since re-joining Manchester United in 2016.

He has faced much criticism mostly last season and that also follows to Russia where he is representing his national team at the world cup, but Patrice Evra believes that Pogba is wrongly rated by the media.

Evra said that “I was begging him to stay when he left United,” “But Paul is really a shy guy, sometimes people think he is arrogant because of his style, “He’s really humble, he wants to work hard, he wants to be the best, he wants to improve, “When he has a good connection with his manager, he is going to get back to his best.”.

Notwithstanding Paul Paul’s social life (off-field life) is becoming bigger than what he does at the field of play of which if he don’t change soon may mar his career. He has got what it takes to be the best in the world; all he needs is to be more consistent.

He has been up for discussion on a negative note about his hair style, always paints it with different colours and this people talking, but when he faced Peru with his France teammates yesterday, he really performed that no one talked negative because despite not painting his hair he still played well, people’s expectation at the field of play should be only about football not his new hair while he plays nothing.

Pogba was inconsistent for United last season and was even dropped by Jose Mourinho in the second half of the season.

The midfielder scored just six goals in the entire campaign, despite making 37 appearances in all competitions, but more is expected of him as United wants to challenge their arch rival for the premier league glory next season.

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Sports / Messi And Suarez Stopped Barcelona From Signing Antonio Griezmann by FootBallBlood: 5:25pm On Jun 21, 2018
LIONEL MESSI and Luis Suarez reportedly had a secret agreement in order to stop Barcelona from signing Antoine Griezmann from Atletico Madrid this transfer window.

The French forward was believed to have joined the Catalan club based on the news that agreement is already in place this summer after months of speculation. Meanwhile It was believed that due to previous links with the French strike which led to Atletico Madrid filing report against their La Liga rivals to FIFA over an illegal approach of their player.

Which also made Barcelona to publicly apologize despite secretly working behind to convince the player and his representatives for Griezmann’s signature. It was later believed that his arrival will cast a further doubt over Luis Suarez starting place thereby casting spell over his future at Camp Nou.

Barca’s manager Ernesto Valverde favourable formation of 4-4-2, which allows Suarez and Messi link up going forward together, will be affected based on formation if the 27-year-old French forward arrives and which would see the Uruguay star shipped out of the starting line-up.

According to news that Barcelona’s hierarchy favours Messi and Griezmann’s pairing than the current striking due with Suarez because they believe the Atletico striker has many years ahead of him while Messi and Suarez are on their 30s.

According to a secret interview emanating from Nou Camp which have it that the Suarez had met Messi to help block the arrival of the former Real Sociedad forward to join the Catalan club. The news also has it that the relationship between Suarez and Messi is very strong both on and off the pitch and both have vowed for their partnership to continue both in Camp Nou and out.

The French wizard announced earlier this month that he would prefer staying put at Atletico in an interview and made it clear of his intentions to remain at the Wanda Metroloitano side. Griezmann recently put pen to paper on a long time deal that will make him the clubs highest earner.

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Sports / Opinion: Mikel, A Key To Success Or Failure Of Super Eagles In 2018 World Cup by FootBallBlood: 12:02pm On Jun 21, 2018
Nigeria’s head coach Gernot Rohr looks to bow to the pressure of removing playmaker John Mikel Obi from the crucial “No 10” role but the former Chelsea defensive midfielder still holds the key to Nigeria’s midfield woes. Mikel was subject to criticism after their 2-0 defeat to Croatia as the captain failed to inspire his teammates despite being fielded in the creative midfield role. This have prompted several football analyst including legendary footballer Jay Jay Okocha who voiced out their disdain at the former Chelsea defensive midfielder.

Football analyst and supporters have advised head coach Gernot Rohr to deploy him to the defensive midfield position or to drop him to the bench in the upcoming game against Iceland with legendary footballer Jay Jay Okocha and Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho backing the ideas. While the “No 10” role is tasked with the role of creating chances for the wide players and striker, the defensive midfield position is the role tasked with the job of shielding the defense and midfield stability. Nigeria football news reported that the Super eagles captain have shown openness and liberality to any decision the coach takes as he promises to do everything to ensure Nigeria makes it to the knockout stages of the Russia 2018 World cup. When asked about playing in defensive midfield position on Wednesday, Mikel responded “If I have to sacrifice for the team to progress, I will”. “If I have to sacrifice a position, go play wherever, I will do that for this team to win games”.


The deployment of Mikel to the defensive position of the Nigerian midfield might be the key to attaining midfield and overall stability in the Nigerian team. It is no longer news that this was the position that the Super eagles captain operated from in his successful 11yrs stint at Chelsea. Mikel while at Chelsea played under different tactics, managers and players in this position as well as in big games with the famous UEFA Champion’s league final against Bayern Munich in 2012. The Nigeria talisman within his 11yr stint mastered the art of retaining possession with accurate passing of the ball while playing in the defensive midfield role, a rare feat that will prove to be vital when the Nigeria team take on Iceland on Friday. Mikel Obi was also revered in the position due to his flexibility as he complimented his partners, the Nigerian midfielder adapted to difference calibers of midfielders ranging from box-to-box to central midfielders.

The deployment of the Nigerian midfielder in the defense midfield position could provide the stability and platform from attacking minded players could operate from. While former Chelsea footballer offers all this positives in the withdrawn role, his switch in position could have a negative impact on the team. Gernot Rohr have been accustomed to field 3 recognized midfielders in matches in a bid to balance the midfield in case of moments requiring intense defense, the deployment of the Nigerian captain in the defense midfield position could potentially alter the entire team. Mikel despite his experience and quality lacks the pace to keep up with the position. This could prompt another tactical decision to field Onazi, Etebo or Ndidi alongside him. While fielding Onazi affords him less defensive duties at the middle of the park, Etebo or Ndidi playing alongside him could mean that the former Chelsea midfielder will be heavily involved in defensive duties.

Mikel remains the key to unlocking Nigeria’s midfield potential in this world cup irrespective of the position he is deployed to on Friday. Gernot Rohr will need to make a strong tactical decision on Fridaywhether to field the Nigerian skipper in his “Creative role” or “the withdrawn role”.


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Sports / Spanish Tax Authority Gives Cristiano Ronaldo Reason To Leave Spain: by FootBallBlood: 4:44pm On Jun 20, 2018
Report emanating this morning from Spain says that Spain’s Officials tax authority have called for ‘debate’ over the deal done with Real Madrid’s Cristiano Ronaldo.

Earlier this week, there was news that an agreement with tax prosecutors would see Madrid ace to plead guilty over his image rights income and agree to pay a total of €18.8 million. This includes accepting that €5.7m is been owed on image rights income, with a further €13.1m for fines and interest.

Though the final agreement is still yet to be signed off, according to the Gestha union, which represents the lower-level workers at the tax authority, wrote in report to Europa Press saying that the amount Ronaldo will have to pay is too small considering that he was filed of non tax payment of €150m in image rights income.

They ask that the amount should be looked into; knowing fully well the amounts in the charges, stating that the fines should be increased.

The temporary the deal would see Ronaldo’s advisers not to be punished for the role they played in creating a interconnected companies in various countries to avoid €14.7m in taxes due on image rights revenue between 2011 and 2014. The Gestha stated that Ronaldo’s lawyers and financial advisers, who put together the escape plan, is said to have worked together in the tax crimes”.

In 2015 when the news of Ronaldo’s tax problems first broke, Gestha president Carlos Cruzado stated that the Real Madrid forward may have followed Lionel Messi in tax fraud. Before now Ronaldo and his representatives has never accepted the accusation, saying that all the taxes which are due to the Spanish tax authorities is up to date.

On July last year during a 90-minute court hearing, the Portiguese forward claimed that he was been framed by the Spanish authorities. According to Forbes valuation, Cristiano Ronaldo receives €80.1m a year, with almost half of that money coming from image rights deals with his many sponsors.

Recently Spanish courts have cast down superstars in world of football on avoiding paying of tax, and among them is Barcelona Lionel Messi who was given a 21-month prison sentence on same issue last year but, based on Spanish law, one can be able to trade the punishment for a fee (money).


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Sports / Real Madrid Pulls Out Of Alisson’s Deal, To Go For Thibaut Courtois by FootBallBlood: 1:48pm On Jun 20, 2018
Report has it that Real Madrid have backed out of the race to sign Alisson the AS Roma goalkeeper; due to Roma’s valuation of Brazilian’s player which is said to be around €80m for the quality and experience number one.

The Brazilian appeared 37 times in the 2017/2018 Serie A season for Roma, keeping 17 clean sheets and conceding just 28 times. He also between the sticks for their Champions League campaign, keeping five clean sheets in 12 games against the big clubs in Europe.

Now reports suggest that Chelsea goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois is Madrid new target; with the Belgian reportedly yet to commit his future to the Stamford Bridge side. Though Courtois will not come cheap for Los Blancos and it was believed that the Belgium would prefer a return to his old club Atletico Madrid.

News emanating from Anfield suggest that Liverpool will now replace Real Madrid as the favorites in the race to sign Alisson Becker from Roma this summer. The Brazilian is one of the world’s best goalkeepers and is currently the Brazilian first choice keeper ahead of Manchester City’s Ederson in the club’s pecking order. Both Real Madrid and Liverpool are in search of a new first-choice ahead of next season.

The Reds fans will especially be looking forward to having a new face in goal following Loris Karius’s horror performance against Madrid during the final of the Champions League in Kiev last month.

The German committed two hilarious goalkeeping errors which gifted Madrid with two goals as Zinedine Zidane’s players went on to win 3-1, making it three out of three consecutive Champions League finals. The Anfield side are now in the lead in the race to sign the keeper after Madrid pulled out of the running. Juergen Klopp’s side will however have to be prepared to break the bank for a huge sum of money to bring the shot-stopper to Anfield.

Source- http://www.trendingfootballnews.com/real-madrid-have-reportedly-pulled-out-of-alissons-deal-for-chelseas-thibaut-courtois/


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Sports / Chelsea Have Reportedly Terminated Antonio Conte’s Contract by FootBallBlood: 8:03pm On Jun 19, 2018
The news emanating from Stamford said that Chelsea have reportedly agreed compensation terms with manager Antonio Conte and his backroom staff as they close in on a new boss.

It states that the Blues are on the verge to appoint Maurizio Sarri as their new coach in less than 24hours from now after reaching a £9.5million agreement to terminate the contracts of Conte and his coaches.

Maurizio Sarri is said to succeed his fellow Italian at The Bridge after Antonio Conte failed to qualify for Champions League football in what was a poor Premier League title defence from the west London outfit.

The Italians future at Chelsea has been in shadow for some months now, with former Paris Saint Germain Manager Laurent Blanc, former Barcelona coach Luis Enrique and Real Madrid former Manager Zinedine Zidane all being linked to take Contes’ place.

Chelsea despite unable to defend their premier, later finished the season on a high by beating Manchester United in the FA Cup final at Wembly, but their fifth-placed league finish is what has ultimately cost Conte his job.

Maurizio Sarri is determined to get to work immediately, as the Blues step up their interest in summer transfer targets, although one of his first task at Stamford Bridge will be trying to stop top stars like Eden Harzard, Thibout Courtois and star midfielder N’Golo Kante to leave.

Source- http://www.trendingfootballnews.com/chelsea-have-reportedly-terminated-antonio-contes-contract/

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Sports / Wolverhampton Wanderers Signs Top Portugal Goalkeeper Rui Patricio by FootBallBlood: 10:58am On Jun 19, 2018
Report has it that newly promoted premier league side Wolverhampton Wanderers have captured the signature of the Portuguese goalkeeper Rui Patricio on a four-year contract.

It is said that the veteran goalkeeper terminated his contract with Sporting CP before signing for Wolves.

The Portuguese goalkeeper, currently at the Russia 2018 World Cup, has joined the Premier league side on a free transfer.

He has penned down a four-year deal with Nuno Espirito Santo’s Premier League newcomers, waiting for international clearance which won’t be a problem.

Rui Patricio is his country’s No.1choice goalkeeper, who was among recording breaking team that won Euro 2016 competition, and his 70th cap came in the 3-3 draw in their World Cup opener against Spain last Friday.

The 30-year-old is set to take the number one role in place of their current choice John Ruddy when Wolves kick off their top fight campaign in August.

Patricio addition is Wolves’ second signing of the transfer window in a deal subject to international clearance. He will arrive after the world cup pending where Portugal will finish at the ongoing World cup tournament in Russia.

His arrivalto the Molineux follows that of Raul Jimenez, who joined on loan from Benfica last week. Patricio made 460 appearances for Sporting and kept 179 clean sheets, winning the Taca de Portugal twice and the Taca da Liga this past season.

Notwithstanding, his time at Sporting ended in chaos after he terminated his own contract leading the attack by some of the club fans at the end of last season after they missed qualifying for Champions League.

Due to his action, Sporting have opened legal campaign against Portuguese and other six players. While representing his Nation at the World Cup, Patricio will look to ensure Wolves avoid an immediate relegation to the Championship having won promotion in comfortably last season.

Wolves topped Championship with 99 points, finishing 9 points ahead of Cardiff City in second and 11 ahead of Fulham at the third-place, who were later promoted after they won the play-off final against Aston Villa

Source- http://www.trendingfootballnews.com/wolverhampton-wanderers-signs-top-portugal-goalkeeper-rui-patricio/


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Sports / Ronaldo Close To Returning To Man United: Alexis Sanchez Reportedly Not Happy by FootBallBlood: 8:16am On Jun 19, 2018
It should be recalled that the Manchester United Star Alexis Sanchez came to Manchester united on a swap in January 2018 and Inherited the shirt No.7 from the former Manchester Player Memphis Depay. Its been reported that Sanchez is angry because Mourinho promised his country man Rolando his jersey No. should he return to United

Even though recent report has it that Manchester United are in talk with Real Madrid for winger Gareth Bale, It has also been reported that the Red Devils are getting closer and closer to sealing a deal with Real Madrid on the world best player and former Manchester United No.7 jersey player Ronaldo.


The jersey No.7 is respected at Old Trafford as many Manchester United legends like David Beckham, Eric Cantona and George Best played in Old Trafford with this shirt No. It should also be recalled that the Champion League Star wore this same jersey No.7 for six year that he played at Old Trafford under Sir Alex Ferguson.

Former Barcelona player Alexi Sanchez who has not lived up to the hype in United, has love for the jersey No.7 as he wanted it in Barcelona, but he didn’t get the jersey No.7 in Barcelona as it was worn by Pedro. Now that Sanchez now wears his loved number in United, after learning that Mourinho has promised Ronaldo this jersey No, Don Balon reported that this Promise Provoked Sanchez.

Don Balon said Mourinho is ready to give it to Ronaldo – if he returns. If Ronaldo Finally return, it means Sanchez will switch to probably No.10 which was last worn by Zlatan Ibrahimovic’s and currently vacant in Manchester United.

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