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Politics / Re: Godswill Akpabio Elected Senate President by UbongJamesAkpan(m): 1:57pm On Jun 13, 2023 |
Congratulations to him |
Politics / Re: Senator Annie Okonkwo Is Dead by UbongJamesAkpan(m): 7:40am On Jun 09, 2023 |
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Foreign Affairs / Re: Charles III Officially Proclaimed King by UbongJamesAkpan(m): 12:04pm On Sep 10, 2022 |
That's an example to Nigerian government, now Nigerians would have been causing chaos on who to succeed the Queen � |
Sports / Re: Mali Vs Equatorial Guinea AFCON 2021 Round-of-16 (5 - 6) pens On 26th Jan 2022 by UbongJamesAkpan(m): 12:07am On Jan 27, 2022 |
Wow what a match ✅✅✅✅ |
Sports / Re: Leo Messi Reaches 300 Million Followers On Instagram by UbongJamesAkpan(m): 5:57pm On Jan 13, 2022 |
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Sports / Welcome Back by UbongJamesAkpan(m): 5:54pm On Jan 13, 2022 |
I'm finally back to naira land longest time fanslz❤️❤️� |
Sports / Re: Cristiano Ronaldo Sends Message To Ali Daei After Breaking Record by UbongJamesAkpan(m): 12:38pm On Sep 02, 2021 |
I swear CR7 will Trouble epl 5 Likes |
Crime / Re: POS Operator Receives Fake Bundles Of Money From A Customer by UbongJamesAkpan(m): 11:20pm On Aug 04, 2021 |
MadamVanessa:hmmm my brother am shocked oooooo |
NYSC / Re: Bodies Of 5 Corpers Who Died In Accident Flown To Akwa Ibom For Burial (Photos) by UbongJamesAkpan(m): 11:17pm On Aug 04, 2021 |
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Sports / Re: Here Is A List Of All The Teams That Will Compete In The EPL This Season by UbongJamesAkpan(m): 12:52am On Jul 22, 2021 |
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Sports / Here Is A List Of All The Teams That Will Compete In The EPL This Season by UbongJamesAkpan(m): 10:59pm On Jul 21, 2021 |
Here is a list of all the teams that will compete in the EPL this season, as well as their nicknames According to the Oxford Language dictionary, a nickname is a humorous name given to a person or an entity in addition to their real name. Nicknames are common, and almost everyone has one. In most cases, a person can have more than one nickname, while others take on new nicknames as they grow older. Many famous entertainers, as well as some popular football players, are identified by their nicknames. However, footballers are not the only ones who use nicknames; football clubs do as well. There is a long list of clubs with humorous and funny nicknames. However, we would like to focus on the 20 English teams that will participate in the English Premier League for the 2021/2022 season. 1. Arsenal (Photo credit: Arsenal.com) The nickname for Arsenal football club is 'The Gunners'. While Arsenal fans can confidently refer to themselves as 'The Gooners.' 2. Aston Villa (Photo credit: Aston Villa) Aston Villa was Formerly nicknamed as 'The Lions.' At a stage in the history of the club, they adopted a new nickname known as 'The Villans.' 3.Brentford. (Photo credit: Brentford FC) The nickname for Brentford is 'The Bees.' In 1890, a group of students from Borough Road School came to cheer their friend who was a Brentford player at that time. The song they sang was later used as the basis for the nickname.In support of Joseph Gettins, the students sang, 'Buck up Bs.' From that time on, Brenford adopted the name 'The Bees,' as the nickname of the club. 4. Brighton (Photo credit: Brighton Fc) Brighton was formerly nicknamed 'The Dolphins.' But it was later changed to 'Seagull' by Derek Chapman, who happened to be the club director. 5. Burnley (Photo credit: Burnley) The nickname of Burnley Football Club is known as 'The Claret.' Burnley was also established in 1882. 6. Chelsea (Photo credit: Worldfootball) Chelsea is currently known as 'The Blues.' or unofficially as 'Baba Blue' by the Nigerian fans. The former nickname for Chelsea was 'The Pensioner.' The club was nicknamed 'The Pensioners' because of its connection to Chelsea Hospital, which housed British war veterans. 7. Crystal Palace (Photo credit: Twitter) Crystal Palace was formerly known as 'The Glaziers,' in reference to the Crystal Palace, the Great Steel and Glass Structure that bears their name. But it was later changed to 'The Eagles,' when Malcolm Allison took over as Director of the Crystal Palace. 8. Everton Football Club. (Photo credit: Royal Blue Mersey) Everton is nicknamed 'The Toffees.' Everton were nicknamed after an ancient Toffees shop, and have beared that name since they left Anfield for Goodison Park in 1892. 9. Leeds United (Photo credit: Leeds United) Leeds United is simply known as 'United' or 'Whites.' Another known name for Leeds United is 'Peacock.' 10. Leicester City (Photo credit: Grimsby Town) Leicester is popularly known as 'The Foxes.' The name was derived from the early known occupation of the inhabitants of Leicestershire, who were said to be into foxes and fox hunting. 11. Liverpool (Photo credit: Liverpool FC) The nickname for Liverpool Football Club is 'The Red.' The name 'The Red" comes from Liverpool's Jersey Colour, which is thoroughly red. 12. Manchester City (Photo credit: Manchester Evening News) Though unofficial, Mancity happens to bear the nickname, 'The Citizen.' The additional nicknames of Manchester City football clubs are 'City,' and 'The Sky Blues.' 13. Manchester United. (Photo credit: Manchester Evening News) Manchester United have the most scary name of all the Premiership teams for this season, 'The Red Devils.' Souces online claim the nickname was adopted as a name that would scare opponents. 14. Newcastle (Photo credit: Newcastle United) The nickname for Newcastle United is 'The Magpies.' Newcastle is known as 'The Magpies' because of the black and white jerseys, and the color of the club's badge. 15. Norwich (Photo credit: Twitter) Norwich city is nicknamed 'The Canaries.' It will interest you to know that the club's colour has always been influenced by that nickname. 16. Southampton (Photo credit: Saints Marching) Southampton is known as 'The Saints,' because the club was founded by a group of young men from St Mary's Church in Southampton in 1885. 17. Tottenham Hotspurs (Photo credit: Alamy) The nickname for Totenham is gotten from the word Hotspur, which is 'Spurs.' 18. Watford (Photo credit: Khel Now) Watford is known as 'The Hornets.' The nickname was chosen by the fans of Watford because the club's colors are yellow and black. 19. Westham United (Photo credit: Westham United) Westham is called 'The Hammers.' Other nicknames for Westham United are 'The Irons,' 'Academy of Football,' and 'The Cockney Boys.' 20. Wolves (Photo credit: Alamy) The nickname for Wolverhampton is 'The Wanderer,' or 'Wolves.' Of the twenty teams listed above, which nicknames do you think is the most humorous and unique? Let's know what you think about these |
TV/Movies / Re: Obi Cubana Meets Daddy Wa: Mr Macaroni Features Cubana, Don Jazzy In New Skit by UbongJamesAkpan(m): 10:49pm On Jul 21, 2021 |
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Celebrities / Re: Husband Of Bolanle (Pepper Them) Kicks Her Out Of His House by UbongJamesAkpan(m): 11:01am On Jul 21, 2021 |
Sports / Re: FIFA To Reduce 90 Minutes To 60 Minutes by UbongJamesAkpan(m): 9:39pm On Jul 19, 2021 |
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Sports / Re: FIFA To Reduce 90 Minutes To 60 Minutes by UbongJamesAkpan(m): 9:37pm On Jul 19, 2021 |
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Sports / Re: FIFA To Reduce 90 Minutes To 60 Minutes by UbongJamesAkpan(m): 6:51pm On Jul 19, 2021 |
[quote author=Chazzyboy post=103864977]Goal keepers should now use their legs to keep the ball[/quote lol u Funny o |
Celebrities / Re: Man Shows Off N100k He Picked During Obi Cuban's Mum's Burial (Photo, Video) by UbongJamesAkpan(m): 9:58am On Jul 19, 2021 |
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Sports / Re: FIFA To Reduce 90 Minutes To 60 Minutes by UbongJamesAkpan(m): 9:44pm On Jul 18, 2021 |
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Sports / Re: FIFA To Reduce 90 Minutes To 60 Minutes by UbongJamesAkpan(m): 6:41pm On Jul 18, 2021 |
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Sports / Re: FIFA To Reduce 90 Minutes To 60 Minutes by UbongJamesAkpan(m): 6:40pm On Jul 18, 2021 |
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Sports / Re: FIFA To Reduce 90 Minutes To 60 Minutes by UbongJamesAkpan(m): 6:39pm On Jul 18, 2021 |
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Sports / FIFA To Reduce 90 Minutes To 60 Minutes by UbongJamesAkpan(m): 1:57pm On Jul 18, 2021 |
FIFA To Reduce 90 Minutes To 60 Minutes, Remove Hand Throw-In And Make Other Changes As Well. The Football Governing Body popular known as FIFA is considering making some changes in the rules of football and it will see many football teams play games for less than the usual 90 minutes they do play. According to reports from Goal, even the current throw-in will be affected by the rules as well as players will have to use their legs instead to throw ball in instead of their hands. The Other rules that will be affected includes; -Players who have received a yellow card for 5 minutes after he/she fouls their opponents will be suspended. -Teams will be allowed to have any number of substitions they want. -The normal 90 minutes of play will be reduced to 60 minutes. All Players will have 2 halves of 30 minutes each instead of the usual 45 minutes halves. This new reports also sparked lots of reactions from fans online as some argued that the rules will make football less dynamic. Checkout some of the Reactions below. What are your thoughts on this? Let's have your say in the comment section below.FIFA To Reduce 90 Minutes To 60 Minutes, Remove Hand Throw-In And Make Other Changes As Well. The Football Governing Body popular known as FIFA is considering making some changes in the rules of football and it will see many football teams play games for less than the usual 90 minutes they do play. According to reports from Goal, even the current throw-in will be affected by the rules as well as players will have to use their legs instead to throw ball in instead of their hands. The Other rules that will be affected includes; -Players who have received a yellow card for 5 minutes after he/she fouls their opponents will be suspended. -Teams will be allowed to have any number of substitions they want. -The normal 90 minutes of play will be reduced to 60 minutes. All Players will have 2 halves of 30 minutes each instead of the usual 45 minutes halves. This new reports also sparked lots of reactions from fans online as some argued that the rules will make football less dynamic. Checkout some of the Reactions below. What are your thoughts on this? Let's have your say in the comment section below.FIFA To Reduce 90 Minutes To 60 Minutes, Remove Hand Throw-In And Make Other Changes As Well. The Football Governing Body popular known as FIFA is considering making some changes in the rules of football and it will see many football teams play games for less than the usual 90 minutes they do play. According to reports from Goal, even the current throw-in will be affected by the rules as well as players will have to use their legs instead to throw ball in instead of their hands. The Other rules that will be affected includes; -Players who have received a yellow card for 5 minutes after he/she fouls their opponents will be suspended. -Teams will be allowed to have any number of substitions they want. -The normal 90 minutes of play will be reduced to 60 minutes. All Players will have 2 halves of 30 minutes each instead of the usual 45 minutes halves. This new reports also sparked lots of reactions from fans online as some argued that the rules will make football less dynamic. Checkout some of the Reactions below. What are your thoughts on this? Let's have your say in the comment section below. |
Sports / OPINION: Why Raphael Varane Will Not Force A Move To Manchester United by UbongJamesAkpan(m): 11:05am On Jul 18, 2021 |
OPINION: Why Raphael Varane will not force a move to Manchester United Manchester United are hoping to sign Raphael Varane from Real Madrid this summer. The Red Devils have identified the Frenchman as the ideal partner for Harry Maguire but Real Madrid are still hoping to convince Varane to stay. At 28, Varane is looking for a new challenge and is ready to join Manchester United if the Red Devils can agree a deal with Real Madrid. The Frenchman rejected the club’s offers to extend his contract, which expires next summer. He could be willing to sign an extension if he’s offered €12 million a year. Varane has been offered €7m and believes he is among the best defenders in the world and deserves to earn €12m, which is what David Alaba and Sergio Ramos are currently earning. Manchester United have offered him that amount. Madrid wants to sell him for at least €50 million and will not let him go for less. The Red Devils have offered around €40-45 million, but Varane will stay at the club this season if the British side can’t improve their offer. In opinion, I believe Varane will not force a move to Old Trafford if United cannot agree a deal with Madrid due to the respect he has for them. Varane joined Madrid at the age of 18 and has made over 300 appearances for the club and has won 18 major honours, including three La Liga titles, one Copa del Rey title, four UEFA Champions League titles and four FIFA Club World Cup titles. All this was possible because of the trust Real had in him when he was a young boy, and the French Defender will not want to leave the club on bad terms, hence he will stay in Spain and will not force a transfer if United does not match real asking price |
Sports / Re: Check Out The Top 10 Clubs With The Most Followers On Instagram. by UbongJamesAkpan(m): 11:01am On Jul 18, 2021 |
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Sports / Check Out The Top 10 Clubs With The Most Followers On Instagram. by UbongJamesAkpan(m): 10:37am On Jul 18, 2021 |
Check Out The Top 10 Clubs With The Most Followers on Instagram. Instagram is one of the most used social media applications in the World. Instagram is an American photo and video sharing social networking service. Therefore, We'll look at the Club that has the most followers on Instagram. The club with the most followers on Instagram is Real Madrid. Real Madrid is one of the most successful Clubs in the World. Real Madrid has over 100M followers on Instagram. The second Club with the most followers is Barcelona. Barcelona has Over 97M followers on Instagram. Barcelona is one of the best teams in Spain. The next club that is third on the list is Italian Gaint Juventus who has over 49M followers on Instagram. Juventus has been one of the Best and most consistent teams in Serie A. Manchester United occupies the Fourth position with Over 41M followers. Manchester United is the most successful Club in English football. The fifth Club is Paris Saint-German(PSG) who has over 36M Followers on Instagram. PSG lost the last Ligue 1 title to Lille last season. Other clubs are; 6. Liverpool - Over 31M followers 7. Chelsea - Over 27M followers 8. Bayern Munich - Over 27M followers 9. Manchester city - Over 24M Followers 10. Arsenal - Over 19M followers. Which Club followers surprised you the most. Let us hear your thoughts on this. Don't forget to like, share, follow and |
Sports / Chelsea Eye Lewandoski by UbongJamesAkpan(m): 10:31am On Jul 18, 2021 |
Robert Lewandowski is now on the radar of Premier League club Chelsea who are also chasing Erling Haaland The Blues are keen to sign a prolific no.9 this summer to provide competition for Timo Werner However, with Dortmund unwilling to sell Haaland, the EPL side have been forced to look elsewhere Chelsea have reportedly lost hope of signing Erling Haaland this summer and have instead turned their attention to trying to lure Robert Lewandowski to Stamford Bridge. The Blues are understood to be in the market for a proven goalscorer with Timo Werner having struggled in front of goal and had identified Haaland for the role. However, with Borussia Dortmund adamant about selling Haaland this summer, with Metro UK reporting Chelsea have been forced to look elsewhere for an alternative. Robert Lewandowski now on Chelsea radar. Photo by Alexander Hassenstein. The Sun claims the west London club have since revived interest in Lewandowski who was the Bundesliga's top scorer last season. The Polish striker had a stellar campaign in the Germany top-flight league, scoring 41 times to break Gerd Muller's long-standing record. Despite his advanced age of 32 years, reports suggest Tuchel regards the experienced forward as the best option for the no.9 role at the Bridge. But with Lewandowski contracted at the Allianz Arena until 2023, a bid of £50million would be required in order to prise him away. On his part, the former Borussia Dortmund is believed to be keen on a fresh challenge in the Premier League and would relish a move to Chelsea. Abramovich releases funds for Haaland transfer Meanwhile, Chelsea appear not to be giving up in their pursuit for Erling Haaland after the club's owner Roman Abramovich reportedly releasing funds to land the Borussia Dortmund hotshot. However, the west London club will have offload some attacking players before getting the transfer over the line. It is believed the Blues have already earmarked the trio of Callum Hudson-Odoi, Tammy Abraham, and Hakim Ziyech for sale should they win the race to sign Haaland. Chelsea start pre-season in style Legit.ng earlier reported that Chelsea made a huge statement ahead of the 2021-22 season with a 6-1 triumph over Peterborough lower league side Peterborough in their first preseason fixture. Coach Thomas Tuchel's men picked up from where they stopped last season when they defeated fellow Premier League outfit Manchester City to lift their second ever Champions League title. With their performances towards the end of last campaign, they have now been ranked as one of the favourites to win the EPL at the end of the coming season |
Sports / Re: Ziyech Scores Hat-trick As Chelsea Thrash Peterborough 6-1 by UbongJamesAkpan(m): 7:44pm On Jul 17, 2021 |
Ogamysamo:I no say you be man utd fan |
Sports / Re: PSG Spent £363million by UbongJamesAkpan(m): 6:58pm On Jul 17, 2021 |
typicalgamer:I swear |
Celebrities / Re: Zubby Michael Receives Award From Northern Youth Peace Ambassadors (Photo,Video) by UbongJamesAkpan(m): 6:48pm On Jul 17, 2021 |
u deserved it E CHOKE |
Sports / Re: CHE 6-1 PETERB: 2 Things I Learned From Chelsea Pre-season Game Today by UbongJamesAkpan(m): 3:47pm On Jul 17, 2021 |
nice performance boys |
Sports / Re: Checkout 8 Players Who Won The Champions League And Euros In The Same Year by UbongJamesAkpan(m): 2:41pm On Jul 17, 2021 |
hatakekakashi:they did nothing but na grace of God 3 Likes 1 Share |
Sports / Re: Checkout 8 Players Who Won The Champions League And Euros In The Same Year by UbongJamesAkpan(m): 2:40pm On Jul 17, 2021 |
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