Xavi rubbishes Ronaldo's Ballon d'Or bid: He wouldn't even be in my top three

Xavi has questioned Cristiano Ronaldo's status as the favourite to win the Ballon d'Or, pointing out the Portugal star "did not do much at the World Cup" and revealing he would not even have the Real Madrid ace in his top three. "He didn't do much in the World Cup, and in a World Cup year, the season is defined by that," the former Spain international said of Ronaldo in an interview with Sport. However, Barcelona icon Xavi does not believe the 29-year-old would be worthy winner after a Ronaldo-led Portugal suffered dismal first-round elimination in Brazil, while Ballon d'Or rivals Manuel Neuer and Lionel Messi both featured in the final, for Germany and Argentina, respectively. The attacker won the award for 2013 and is widely expected to retain his title after a year in which he fired Los Blancos to Champions League glory and played a key role in the Spanish side's remarkable run of 23 straight victories in all competitions.

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According to the Express, the Argentinian forward has already had a dispute with the Catalan side over his wages. Lionel Messi is allegedly open to a transfer to Chelsea. He is even prepared to get into a dispute with Barcelona over his current income that will then pave the way for him to transfer to Stamford Bridge. Lionel Messi currently earns around $25 million a year playing for Barcelona. However Cristiano Ronaldo, who is thought of as Lionel Messi’s greatest rival for the crown of best soccer player in the world, earns $29 million. Messi apparently wants to earn this sum too.

Messi 'obviously' not joining Chelsea, says Mourinho

 

Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho claims rumours linking Barcelona's Lionel Messi with a move to Stamford Bridge are "obviously" false. The Portuguese insists that the Blues will not be signing the Barcelona superstar, despite his recent revelation that he may not finish his career at the Camp Nou. Messi sparked the rumour mill into overdrive recently when he appeared to suggest that he might not finish his career at Camp Nou. But Mourinho, who went up against Messi several times during his time as Real Madrid coach, is adamant that such stories are falsified. Mourinho told reporters on Friday: "My reaction is that the media world changed so much that the football world also changed so much. Premier League leaders Chelsea were subsequently identified as a possible destination for the Argentine superstar, while Manchester City is also monitoring his situation.

Carlo Ancelotti: Suarez won't ruin Real Madrid plans, says Ancelotti

Ancelotti is not concerned that last season's Premier League top goalscorer will disrupt his own plans unduly at Santiago Bernabeu. Carlo Ancelotti does not believe Barcelona's wild card option Luis Suarez will ruin Real Madrid's chances of winning El Clasico on Saturday. Ancelotti, who is in his second year as Real Madrid boss, thinks the Catalunya club have been boosted by Luis Enrique's appointment this summer and highlighted Lionel Messi and Neymar as dangermen. "Barca seems to me to be a more motivated side - they have a new coach and new players," he continued. "Defensively, they're very solid. "If Luis Suarez plays tomorrow or not, it won't change our plans," the Italian coach told reporters on Friday. "If he does play, it's not a problem for us.

Trouble continues in the NFF as Chris Giwa faction resumes amidst stay of execution orders

The Amaju Pinnick-led executive board has filed a Stay of Execution at the Federal High Court, Jos Judicial Division over the court’s ruling of Thursday, 23rd October setting aside the elections of 30th September, 2014, which brought the body to office. The case will be heard by the court on Wednesday as Nigeria tries to avoid another FIFA ban which could mean failure to defend the African title next year. In a statement by NFF media officer Ademola Olajire, the court has set Wednesday, 29th October for hearing of the Stay of Execution. Meanwhile, the faction led by Chris Giwa resumed at the Glass House on Friday after Thursday's verdict by the Jos court which ruled to annul the election of Amaju Pinnick.

Keshi has lost it – Victor Ikpeba

The Super Eagles, reigning African champions, could miss out on defending their title in Morocco if they fail to win both matches after starting on a wrong footing last month. The former African player of the year has criticized the Big Boss for his selection ahead of the crunch qualifiers against Sudan this month. Former Nigeria forward Victor Ikpeba has lashed out at coach Stephen Keshi over his decision to call up ‘rookies’ for the must-win pair of 2015 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Sudan this month. Nigeria lost 3-2 to Congo in Calabar before pulling a listless goalless draw in Cape Town against South Africa and sit third on the table with a single point out of a possible six.

Messi to face trial over tax evasion claim

The Barcelona superstar had claimed he was not aware of the financial dealings of his father and agent Jorge, with the pair accused of defrauding the tax authorities of €4.1 million between 2006 and 2009. Lionel Messi is to go on trial on a charge of tax evasion after a magistrate on Friday dismissed his appeal against being named in the case. It is alleged that Messi's image rights were sold by Jorge - who assumed full responsibility when the case began - using companies in countries like Belize and Uruguay to avoid Spanish tax obligations.The player and his father paid just over €5m - the alleged unpaid tax plus interest - to authorities last year as a corrective payment and it had looked as if the case would be closed but the state has opted to pursue the pair. Messi has protested his innocence throughout and insisted he is not guilty of any wrongdoing.

Messi: I don't want to compete with Ronaldo

Having claimed the last six Ballon d'Or awards between them, Lionel Messi and Christiano Ronaldo  are regularly compared to one another, with their respective merits discussed at length by players, pundits and fans alike. Lionel Messi insists that he has no interest in competing with Christiano Ronaldo for the title of the world's greatest player. However, Messi insists that he has no interest in the perceived rivalry between the two, explaining that he is not driven by personal prizes - but club titles "Competing with Cristiano? I don't feel like competing with him or anyone else," he told reporters on Thursday. "It's not about individual awards; I want to help my team."

Ronaldo will beat all records, says Madrid legend Santillana

Santillana has backed Cristiano Ronaldo to go on and break every goalscoring record at Real Madrid. Ronaldo scored four goals against Elche on Tuesday, adding to the hat-trick he bagged at the weekend against Deportivo La Coruna, to put him level with the former Santiago Bernabeu forward on 186 goals in La Liga. The Portuguese moved level with the former Blancos striker - who describes the forward as a "beast" - with his tally of La Liga goals in midweek

Where would the Blame Go: Keshi or the Glass House?

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Against the Congolese and the South Africans, The Super Eagles of Nigeria were, as usual, predictable, useless at set pieces, opted for kick-and-follow football, and could barely string meaningful passes together. Is it safe to say that Stephen Keshi has reached his peak with the national team and that it’s time for fresh ideas in the dressing room?. The Super Eagles managed a well-deserved 3-2 loss in Calabar and an undeserved point gained against Bafana Bafana of South Africa, who can only blame their poor finishing and inexperience for failing to take all three. While the South Africans lacked composure and clinical finishing, Claude Le Roy's Congo had Thievy Bifouma to rely on, although Ogenyi Onazi, Kenneth Omeruo and Godfrey Oboabona were all complicit in making the former West Bromwich Albion loanee look like Thierry Henry. It look like "We had a good team on paper; unfortunately, the game was played on grass."

Or is it the administrative disaster at the Glass house that is impacting performances on the pitch?

There's no perfect answer to either question, but two things are clear.

1. Keshi’s team has not improved since their Afcon triumph.

2. You cannot expert cohesion in a football house that is in disarry

3. Aminu Maigari and Chris Giwa are not in charge of the Super Eagles’ dressing room.

Congo Vs Nigeria another record to be broken in Cape Town

For 33 long years the West African giants have not lost a competitive match on their own patch. 1981 was the last home defeat, invincibility ever since….few of the continent’s nations could have made claims greater than that…until now. Records are there to be broken, or so they say, but the current Nigeria squad will surely be devastated that the Super Eagles’ proud history of resilience at home fell on their watch. The Republic of Congo strode into town behind Claude Le Roy, a wily, savvy veteran who knows how to forge resilient, yet offensive-minded teams. He hasn’t always succeeded, but he did on Saturday, dethroning the African champions with unforgettable lesson.

Two-goal hero Vilakazi confident Bafana can finally end Nigeria Dominance in Africa

Sibusiso Vilakazi, who inspired South Africa to a 3-0 victory against Sudan, has spoken to the media ahead of the mouthwatering tie against Nigeria. The 1996 Afcon winners now hope to win their first ever competitive game against the Super Eagles on Wednesday at the Cape Town Stadium. “We just need to keep our feet grounded and the rest will follow. The players know what it means to represent one’s country; they know that behind their backs that they are carrying the hopes of 52 million people," Vilakazi said. The PSL player of the season scored twice in Omdurman to set Shakes Mashaba on a good spell in his first game in charge of Bafana Bafana.

Asisat Oshoala regrets trophy loss despite personal awards

Golden Ball and Golden Boot winner Asisat Oshoala has expressed regrets at her failure to win the trophy for Nigeria following a 1-0 loss to Germany in the 2014 Fifa U20 Women's World Cup finals on Sunday. After emerging as the 2014 Fifa U20 Women's World Cup golden girl in Canada, the talented midfielder says she is disappointed seeing her country lose the finals to Germany. The Falconets' midfielder, who was picked as the Best Player of the tournament and emerged the highest goal scorer with seven goals, said she is unhappy despite her remarkable personal achievement in Canada. The Rivers Angels of Port Harcourt forward said her side was not destined to win the final after their impressive display against the organized Germans.

Win and get `heroines’ welcome’, Jonathan tells Falconets

President Goodluck Jonathan has assured the Falconets of  “a  heroines’ welcome’’ should they triumph over Germany in Sunday’s final of the 2014 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup in Canada. A statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Dr Reuben Abati, stated that Jonathan gave the assurance in a telephone chat with the players on Saturday. It stated that the president spoke with the Captain of the team, Patience Okaeme; top scorer, Aisha Oshoala; Assistant Captain, Deborah Okoye; and Courtney Dike. He also spoke with Uchechi Sunday, the leader of the Nigerian delegation, Mr Felix Agwu; Head Coach, Peter Dedevbo; and other members of the team.

What does the future hold for Mikel at Chelsea?

Chelsea got their Premier League campaign off to a flying start with a comfortable 3-1 away win over newly-promoted side Burnley on Monday. The Portuguese handed debuts to new recruits, Diego Costa and Cesc Fabregas, and both proved to be key figures as Burnley were taken apart. In terms of personnel and performance, it was a new-look Chelsea, one that Jose Mourinho likes very much. However, with the team packed with so much power and flair, where exactly does John Obi Mikel fit in the revolutionised Stamford Bridge outfit? As Mourinho seeks perfection, does he have a place for the Nigerian, even if he is one of his long-serving lieutenants?

Nigeria rise to 33rd on Fifa ranking

Nigeria moved a place up to the 33rd place in the Fifa rankings released on Thursday, courtesy of the Super Eagles' second round finish at the World Cup in Brazil. The Super Eagles have moved a place up in the latest global rankings released on Thursday to remain the third best team in Africa. Reigning world champions Germany remain at the summit of the ranking table with 1736 points while World Cup runners up Argentina remain unmoved in the second position with 1604 points. The Eagles are now the third-ranked African side behind Algeria and Cote d'Ivoire who finished in the 24th and 25th positions.

Mourinho: Chelsea can dominate Premier League for a decade

Jose Mourinho has warned his title rivals that Chelsea can dominate the Premier League for the next decade. The Blues have acted swiftly and decisively in the summer transfer window, recruiting Diego Costa, Cesc Fabregas, Filipe Luis and Didier Drogba for nearly €90 million ahead of the new season, leading Mourinho to claim that he is finally content with the personnel at his disposal.

Tavecchio confirmed as new FIGC president

Carlo Tavecchio has been named as the new president of the Italian football association (FIGC), the body announced on Monday. The controversial 71-year-old has been voted in as Giancarlo Abete's replacement as the head of Italian football's governing body. The 71-year-old was vice-president of the federation from 2009, but confirmed his candidacy for the top job following Giancarlo Abete's decision to resign after Italy's early exit from the World Cup in Brazil in June. And despite a controversial campaign, in which he caused a racism stir and was accused of sexism in a previous interview in 2009, Tavecchio fought off the challenge of former AC Milan star Demetrio Albertini to be named as the FIGC's new president.

NFF plans to negotiate lesser salary with Stephen Keshi

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has disclosed that it won’t be able to pay coach Stephen Keshi the 10million Naira monthly salary he has asked for in order to continue in his role as handler of the national team.  The football house has agreed to renegotiate a contract with the Big Boss whose previous agreement ended after the World Cup, Spokesman of the NFF Technical Committee, Paul Bassey disclosed this shortly after a meeting held at the Glass House Secretariat of the NFF on Wednesday. The Committee has advised the NFF board to negotiate with the coach on what they can afford, that will be acceptable to the coach. Media reports indicate that the NFF is willing to pay Seven million Naira, a significant rise from the Five million Naira the trainer earned in his first three years in charge.

NFF Ready To Pay Keshi N7m Monthly Salary

According to a report published by AfricanFootball.com, a top official of the NFF informed that the new contract is most likely to be made public next week pending Keshi’s acceptance of the offer. It would be recalled that the former Super Eagles captain earned five million naira monthly before his initial contract expired after the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil. Some earlier reports had stated that the former Mali and Togo coach was now demanding twice that amount. But with the new salary offer, Keshi, who was not considered for the South African post, and the NFF are expected to finalise a new deal next week. 

Rufai: Enyeama has 'shown consistency'

The Lille goalkeeper was the only Nigeria player that was included in the list of 50 best players in the world during the 2013/14 season and he finished in 27^th place. (See Enyeama's Goal 50 entry).  Former Nigeria goalkeeper Peter Rufai has praised the inclusion of Vincent Enyeama in the Goal 50 announced on Monday. The Nigeria legend has hailed the man who took up from where he left off for his deserved inclusion among the 50 best players in the worldRufai said it is an accolade that his protégé has rightly earned, seeing that he had a great year where he kept clean sheets over 1062 consecutive minutes in the French top division and his form saw the Super Eagles qualify for the World Cup and reach the second round with two shut outs.

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Ronaldo No One

While infamously declaring his preference for Lionel Messi over Cristiano Ronaldo last year, Sepp Blatter displayed a surprising level of insight when he mused that the Barcelona No.10 is “a good boy ... and that's what makes him so popular.” The Fifa president unwittingly underlined that while the Portuguese may be an advertisers' dream, he has long since lost the Public Relations battle in the war for the title of the greatest player of the 21st century. In the eyes of his critics, Ronaldo's greatest crime appears to be that he is not Lionel Messi. The suggestion that the Madeira native is lacking something seems particularly ludicrous after a season in which he scored 51 goals, 11 of which came either via his head or his ‘weaker’ left foot, and ended with him placing a Champions League winners’ medal in his trophy cabinet alongside the Ballon d’Or for 2013.

Everton agree two Lukaku deals

Lukaku is keen to return to Goodison Park on a permanent basis after a successful loan spell and the Toffees have prepared a deal worth around €25 million to sign the Belgium international. Everton have agreed two different deals with Chelsea for the potential signing of Romelu Lukaku. bBut Chelsea and Blues boss Jose Mourinho are yet to decide whether or not to let Lukaku leave Stamford Bridge permanently this summer. The striker could instead find himself on loan to Everton for a second season - his third consecutive campaign with another club since moving to Stamford Bridge after spending 2012-13 with West Brom.

Maradona: Messi didn't deserve Golden Ball

Argentina icon Diego Maradona feels Lionel Messi did not deserve to win the Golden Ball following his performances at the World Cup. The 1986 World Cup winner felt FIFA made the wrong decision to hand the award to the Barcelona star and rued Argentina's defeat to Germany. The Barcelona star beat the likes of Thomas Muller, Arjen Robben and James Rodriguez to the prestigious individual award after scoring four goals in seven performances at this summer's tournament and guiding his team to the final, yet Maradona feels the 27-year-old only won it for commercial reasons.

Stoke City on trail of Michael Babatunde

Nigeria World Cup revelation Michael Babatunde has come under the radar of Stoke City, according to the player’s manager. The Super Eagles midfielder has not been short of suitors since having a good run at the World Cup with the reigning African champions. The 21-year-old impressed against Bosnia-Herzegovina and set up Ahmed Musa’s first goal against Argentina before an injury to his hand curtailed his further taking part as the Super Eagles reached the second round.

NFF court case set to be withdrawn

Reports have it that the civil suit at the Plateau State High Court in Jos which has created a lot of problems for Nigerian football could be withdrawn on Monday. The problems that have caused the Nigeria Football Federation to be suspended by Fifa could be resolved on Monday

Stephen Keshi – The Pathfinder. Legend.

The former Nigeria coach will be remembered in many different ways after his illustrious three years in charge of the African champions comes to an end. Each player were catching flights to different parts of the world following their second round exit to France, Stephen Keshi chose to reflect. Reclined on a lounge chair close to the still lake that borders the Brasilia Palace Hotel, he had one last thing on his mind - how to return home with the remaining crop of players in his care. Afterwards, he would take a deserved break with his family in the United States and then seek newer pastures with his long-serving assistant, Togolese Valere Houandinou.

Ogu: Eagles must play as a team

Nigeria international and Académica de Coimbra player John Ogu has assured football fans that the Super Eagles will bounce back when they face Bosnia-Herzegovina in their second game at the ongoing 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil. The Super Eagles midfielder has disclosed that team work is the key ingredient for the African champions to ensure victory against Safet Sušić’s side on Saturday

Keshi: Nigeria must do better

Nigeria coach Stephen Keshi has criticized his players for being "nervous and unsettled" as they kicked off their World Cup with a 0-0 draw with Iran. The 52-year-old was not happy with his side's performance in their opening game, insisting they must do better when they face Bosnia

Germany reeling as Reus ruled out of World Cup

Germany has announced that Marco Reus will not recover from an ankle injury in time to play in the World Cup. The Borussia Dortmund attacker suffered suspected ligament damage in Friday's friendly win over Armenia and has been replaced by Shkodan Mustafi in the 23-man Joachim Low's squad. The Borussia Dortmund player suffered a partial ligament tear in Friday's 6-1 friendly defeat of Armenia and has been replaced by centre-back Shkodan Mustafi in Joachim Low's 23-man squad.

Keshi & Ameobi expect good game against USA

The Newcastle striker says "it's going to take our best game" for Nigeria to beat the Americans in Saturday's friendly while his coach is optimistic that his players will do better... "It's going to be volatile," Ameobi said. "It's our last game before entering the World Cup so we have to be really hitting top form. The fact that they're at home makes for a great atmosphere. It's going to take our best game to beat them, and that's what we'll have to bring, that's what we want to do go into the World Cup on the back of a win. As the World Cup draws nearer, the line between low-key friendlies and competitive clashes can be blurred

Eto'o in Guangzhou Evergrande talks!

Guangzhou Evergrande is in talks to sign Chelsea striker Samuel Eto’o, goal reports. The 33-year-old is set to leave Stamford Bridge as a free agent this summer and Marcello Lippi, who manages the Chinese club, has made the forward his priority signing. The 33-year-old has clashed with Jose Mourinho and is keen on a move to China but is demanding a salary worth €10 million per season in order to join Marcello Lippi's side. Eto’o has subsequently branded Mourinho a “puppet” and a “fool” in two separate interviews. to'ohits out at 'puppet' Mourinho

Keshi: My players are mentally ready for World Cup

Nigeria national team handler coach Stephen Keshi has said he is gaining increased self-belief as the 2014 Fifa World Cup Brazil draws closer. The Super Eagles gaffer has revealed that he is self-assured that his men will put up a great showing when the 2014 Fifa World Cup kicks off in Brazil 

Messi signs new Barcelona deal

Lionel Messi has signed a new and improved contract with Barcelona, the club has announced. The Argentine put pen to paper on an improved contract on Monday after meeting President Josep Maria Bartomeu with his father at Camp Nou. The Argentina international reached a provisional agreement over a new deal at the end of last week following months of speculation that he had reached an impasse over fresh terms.

Ronaldo and Suarez joint Golden Shoe winners

Liverpool star Luis Suarez and Real Madrid attacker Cristiano Ronaldo are joint winners of the European Golden Shoe this season after scoring 31 goals each in the Premier League and La Liga respectively. The former Ajax star shares the individual award with the Portugal international after the latter did not feature at the weekend due to injury. Last year's winner Lionel Messi has to settle for third spot this campaign following his 28 goals for Barcelona in 2013-14.

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Suarez dismesess transfer speculation

Liverpool striker Luis Suarez dismisses speculation linking him with a move, to Real Madrid next season. despite reported interest from Real Madrid.

'Stopping Messi a team effort' - Omeruo

Nigeria defender Kenneth Omeruo is confident they have what it takes to stop Argentina star Lionel Messi at this summer's World Cup so long as they defend as a team. The Chelsea defender is brimming with confidence ahead of the World Cup and has urged his side to defend as a team against the Barcelona forward.

Keshi submits list to NFF for vetting

Nigeria coach Stephen Keshi has submitted a list of about 38 players to the Nigeria Football Federation for vetting ahead of the World Cup. The Super Eagles coach has put in a list of almost 40 players to be considered for camping ahead of the World Cup in June. Keshi met with the Technical Committee of the NFF in Abuja on Tuesday afternoon, a meeting that lasted for about three hours. The NFF is expected to trim down the list to 30 names that will then be sent to FIFA as the country's provisional World Cup squad by May 10.

Leighton Baines & Kevin Mirallas ensure miserable Parkaging return for Moyes

The Toffees took the lead from the penalty spot through Leighton Baines, a transfer target for the Red Devils last summer, after Phil Jones's clear handball blocked a Romelu Lukaku shot. The result keeps Everton a point behind Arsenal in the race for fourth, while United remain seventh, six points adrift of sixth-placed Tottenham.

Yaya Toure: I don't get recognition because I'm African

Manchester City midfielder Yaya Toure believes he is not recognized as one of the world's best players because he is African. The Ivory Coast international says he wants to prove players from his continent are as good as those from Europe and South America. The Ivory Coast international, who has won league titles in England, Spain and Greece, as well as the Champions League with Barcelona, was among the six names shortlisted for the Professional Footballers' Association’s Player of the Year award on Friday.

Keshi: We're not scared of Argentina

Nigeria coach Stephen Keshi has made light any insinuations that his team is afraid of World Cup Group F opponents Argentina. The Super Eagles trainer has quashed talk of any fears for his team's World Cup Group F rivals after Albiceleste coach Sabella said everyone is afraid of his strike force

Puyol: I will not change my mind about Barcelona exit

Carles Puyol has not changed his mind about opting to leave Barcelona at the end of the season despite the club's transfer ban. this was the worlds of this veteran 36 years old defender, He recently announced he will leave the Camp Nou this summer, but a number of reports suggested he could stay on for an additional season now that Barcelona will not be allowed to sign a replacement following Fifa's decision to hand the Catalans a transfer ban for the next two windows.

Ibrahimovic is the best in the world, but PSG can beat Chelsea without him - Lavezzi

The Sweden international will miss the decisive Champions League quarter-final clash at Stamford Bridge with a hamstring injury sustained during last Wednesday's first leg, which PSG won 3-1. Ezequiel Lavezzi is confident Paris Saint-Germain can beat Chelsea without "the best forward player in the world", Zlatan Ibrahimovic. Lavezzi opened the scoring that night and believes that his side have shown that they are capable of coping without a striker that he feels is without equal.

Flamingoes lose to Spain

A brace from Patri Guijarro plus one from Nahikari Garcia were all the Europeans needed to book a place in the semi final of the competition at the expense of Bala Nikyu’s side as the Nigerians once agains failed to make it past the quarters. Nigeria lost 3-0 to Spain in the quarter final game of the Fifa U17 Women’s World Cup played at the Estadio Edgardo Baltodano, Liberia on Friday morning. Nikyu's team were second best for most of the game and lacked the bite to open up the Spanish defence while the Europeans easily found space in the Nigerian area.

Mathoho: Chiefs want to defend Nedbank Cup

Kaizer Chiefs defender Eric Mathoho reveals that the entire team is aware of FC Buffalo's intentions going into their Wednesday night's Nedbank Cup clash at the FNB Stadiums. AmaKhosi face the Eastern Cape second division side for a spot in the quarterfinals, and Mathoho said that they will not underestimate their opponents. The lanky centre-back hinted that coach Stuart Baxter might decide to field a different team from the one that lost to AS Vita last weekend, but he added that they all want to contribute to the success of the team.

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Emenike hits brace against Gaziantepspor

Emmanuel Emenike was on target twice as his side secured a 3-0 victory at Gaziantepspor in the Turkish top flight played at the Kamil Ocak Stadium on Monday night. A first half brace from the Super Eagles sharpshooter in the 10th and 34th minutes inspired Ersun Yanal’s men to their 18th win of the domestic season. The Super Eagles forward struck twice as the Yellow Canaries grabbed a vital away victory in a Turkish Super League game played on Monday night

Odemwingie scores in Villa bashing

The former Cardiff forward’s goal in the 22nd minute stirred a comeback win for Mark Hughes’ men after they had gone a goal down in fifth minute of the five-goal thriller. Peter Odemwingie got a goal for Stoke City as they hammered hosts Aston Villa 4-1 in the English Premiership game staged at the Villa Park on Sunday afternoon. The Nigerian continued his sweltering goal scoring form on Sunday afternoon as his goal inspired a comeback victory against the Villans in an English Premiership game 

'Legend' Drogba upstaged as Eto'o eases Chelsea into Champions League quarter-finals

Prior to making his long-awaited return to Stamford Bridge, Didier Drogba admitted he had not decided whether he would celebrate scoring against Chelsea. In his pre-match press conference, Jose Mourinho refused to rule out the possibility of Drogba coming back to Stamford Bridge as a player when he becomes a free agent again this summer. But then Mourinho also said he did not believe this match would be over by half-time. Less than four minutes after the referee had blown his whistle it became abundantly clear just why Mourinho had identified Galatasaray as his preferred opponents in the Champions League round of 16. And for all the sentimental talk of the past few days, it had little to do with Drogba.