Super Eagles’ Player Proposes To Girlfriend On The Pitch (Video)

Super Eagles of Nigeria midfielder, John Ogu, proposed to his girlfriend after helpin his Israel based club, Hapoel Beer Sheva to defeat Macabi Petahwas 5 – 2.

Nigeria’s Anthony Nwakaeme, scored a brace in the game, in the 1st and 89th minutes.

Ogu’s Saturday was made exceptional after he proposed to his girlfriend Chiugo at the end of the match.

Ogu proposes to his girlfriend on the field of play

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The love-birds were so excited as the lady immediately screamed YES at the centre of the Arthur Vesermil Stadium.

See video below

However, the midfielder took to social-media to express his feelings. Using his tweeter handle, Ogu tweeted: “Thank you great God. Great result and above all she said YES!!!!,”  Ogu wrote on his Twitter handle.   

The playmaker finally revealed to CompleteSports that “the plan is between both of us and it has started.”

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BREAKING! Liverpool Sack Manager, Brendan Rogers

The Liverpool manager, Brendan Rodgers has been sacked, Naij.com sports has gathered.

This is coming on the heels of his team’s 1-1 draw against Everton in the Merseyside derby which left them in tenth position and six places away from the top spot.

The former Swansea coach, who guided the team to second place two seasons ago, could not re-enact the form that saw Luiz Suarez and Daniel Sturridge mesmerise the Premier League with stunning goals.

Brendan Rodgers, the Liverpool manager, has been sacked

A statement released by the club states:

“We would like to place on record our sincere thanks to Brendan Rodgers for the significant contribution he has made to the club and express our gratitude for his hard work and commitment.

“All of us have experienced some wonderful moments with Brendan as manager and we are confident he will enjoy a long career in the game.

“Although this has been a difficult decision, we believe it provides us with the best opportunity for success on the pitch. Ambition and winning are at the heart of what we want to bring to Liverpool and we believe this change gives us the best opportunity to deliver it.

“The search for a new manager is underway and we hope to make an appointment in a decisive and timely manner.”

Meanwhile, rumours are rife that

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SAD! Check Out What This B’Haram Member Did To Police Officer For Confronting Him

For daring to question his presence beside a police station in Niger state, a suicide bomber has reportedly detonated his explosives and killed a policeman in the process.

Although no group has claimed responsibility for the attack in which other civilians were injured in the state, it is believed that the Boko Haram insurgents are responsible for the gruesome act.

Boko Haram leader, Abubakar Shekau

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According to Today.ng, Aboubacar Halilou, a resident of the area, said that he was coming out his house in the town of Diffa around 8 am when he saw four young men walk past.

He said: “They had their hands on their stomachs, walking in the rain in the direction of the police station.

“A police officer tried to approach these young men before they arrived at the station but when he came closer one of the men detonated his explosive. The three others started to flee, and another officer who was there shot and killed one of them at the scene. The two others ran in an effort to reach town. There was a real chase but the officers finally caught them.”

This attack is coming on a day when the Islamist sect bombed Maiduguri, the Borno state capital, killing many people in the process.

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Femi Fani-Kayode Writes Amazing Piece To His Fiancee, Precious Chikwendu

Olufemi Olu-Kayode, former minister of aviation has showered his beautiful girlfriend, Precious Chikwendu with praise in his letter to her titled ‘Snow White’.

In the piece titled after Precious’ nickname, the former minister tells how happy he is to have her in his life.

“From the hills of Ohafia and the valleys of Abriba comes you that makes me smile. From the forests of Umahia and the lush green fields of Nanka comes you that brings me joy. From the eastern shores of our nation where stars shine brightly and from whence comes men whose spirits cannot be broken comes you that gives me hope.

From the lineage of those who dare to believe and from the stock of those who soar like eagles comes you that creates new beginnings. God brought you my way and has given me a new lease of life. What a gift you are- not just to me but also to humanity.

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Your star shall shine from generation to generation. Your strength and confidence shall speak for you all the days of your life. Your talents shall open every door that you seek to enter. Your beauty: every radiant and everlasting- shall shake the very foundations of humanity and move even the hardest of hearts. You are Snowhite and you shall remain as white as snow from beginning to end. Your sun shall never set and God’s light, not darkness, shall follow you all the days of your life.

You are not just the Queen of Pageants but the Queen of the Ages. From generation to generation humanity shall testify of your kindness, your love and your good works. That is your destiny and that is your portion. Let not the storms of life ever cause you to give up or forget it. With you there is hope- you are Snowhite: the one that makes me smile and brings me joy”.

The former aviation minister, recently criticised the recent appointments by President Muhammadu Buhari. He said that majority of those occupying key positions in the country were from the northern part and that Nigerians deserved the change they wanted.

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LIVE UPDATE: Shooting Stars Vs Bayelsa United

Shooting Stars of Ibadan will entertain bottom team Bayelsa United at the Lekan Salami Stadium, Adamasingba today, October 4.

This encounter promises to be a cracker as both teams have their eyes on ultimate goals. The host, Oluyole Warriors will be looking to get all 3 points to move closer to a Top 3 finish and secure a continental ticket. On the other hand, the Restoration Boys of Bayelsa will be looking to get their first away win of the season and move up to avoid the drop this season.

Star Players to watch for both teams will be Tope Orelope of Shooting Stars and Bernard Ovoke for Bayelsa United.

Naij.com is live here in Ibadan to bring you minutes-by-minutes account of the encounter.

Shooting stars and Bayelsa Utd players warming up before kickoff

3SC XI: Danladi Isah, Akinyemi Seun, Amadu Usman, Kelly Kester, Alimi Jamiu, Sege Oluwafemi, Ajani Ibrahim, Olukokun Najeem, Adetunji Sunday, Itodo Cletus, Orelope Tope

Bayelsa xi: Japhet Ofure, Tswanya Samuel, Idoghor Bright, Essien Joseph, Henry Ezekiel, Dengi Ebinipere, Bernand Ovoke, Adegboye Gabriel, Kadiri Samad, Okeke Uche Frimpong Eric.

16: Penalty call as Bayelsa forward Uche Okeke is brought down in the box but the ref waves play on.

14: Half chance! Gabriel whips in a freekick for Bayelsa and Kadiri rises high to nod but his header is wide and high.

12: The goalkeeper is back on his feet as game continues.

9: CHANCE! 3sc Orelope tries his luck from close range and goalkeeper Ofure does well to save but gets injured in the process. The medics have been invited to the turf.

8: Jamiu with a dangerous tackle on Bayelsa forward Kadiri Samad, the referee awards a freekick to the away team in adangerous situation but the freekick is wasted.

6: A howler in the 3sc half that almost gifted a chance to Bayelsa star man Ovoke but the defender recovers well and clears the danger.

4: Another freekick goes the way of the home side and the freekick is swung in but its too long for Adetunji.

3; A 3sc player is down and needs urgent attention. Freekick to the home side

1: We are underway

 

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Finally: EPL Club Manager Resigns For The Second Time (Photos)

Just eight weeks into the new English Premier League (EPL) season, Sunderland boss, Dick Advocaat, has resigned as the manager of the club.

The 68-year old Dutchman had to leave the club after his team is yet to win a match in the EPL. Advocaat was appointed in March 2012 and managed to help the Black cats escape relegation last season.

Dick Advocaat

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According to the coach, it was time to give another person a chance. He said: “I have made the decision to go after only eight games as I felt it was important to give everyone time to turn things around.”

“I want to thank everyone who has stood behind me. This is a very special football club, with so many great people, but I feel it is the right time to do this – not for me, but for the club.

“I have made the decision to go after only eight games as I felt it was important to give everyone time turn things around – like we did last year. I am thankful to the chairman for understanding my feelings and I remain on good terms with everyone at the club.

“I wish Ellis, Lee (Congerton), all of the staff, players and of course the supporters, who made me feel so welcome here, the very best of luck for the rest of the season. I have some wonderful memories to take with me and I hope I will return to see everybody again in the future.”

Advocaat

Advocaat initially stepped-down as Sunderland manager in the summer after helping the team escape relegation last season.

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This is coming barely 24 hours Chelsea fans began to clamour for the sack of Jose Mourinho who already told the club to sack him if they want to.

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Super Sunday Match Preview/Line-ups: Arsenal Vs Man Utd, Bayern Vs Dortmund

Arsene Wenger welcomes Manchester United and Louis Van Gaal to the Emirates stadium in the hopes of moving level on points with the red devils in second place.

Second on the table Manchester United visit Arsenal hoping to inflict the Gunner second consecutive defeat at hime after the setback against Olympiakos.

Martial’s second goal for Manchester United at the St Mary’s Stadium

Manchester United bring in Carrick for Schneiderlin while Ashley Young replaces Antonio Valencia. Petr Cech and Theo Walcott start for Arsenal in which is their strongest eleven.

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Meanwhile Dortmund will hope to end Bayern Munich’s 100% start to the season when they visit Allianz Arena. Thomas Tuchel has breathe new life into Dortmund after the departure of Jurgen Klopp and his side side second in Bundesliga  behind Bayern.

Bayern will hope top scorer Robert Lewandowski is in good form facing his former side while Dotmund can call on Aubameyang to produce the goods.

Lewandowsji celebrates his hat0trick against Dinamo Zagreb in the Champions League

FACT:

– Arsenal have won 17 games in the Premier League during 2015, no side has won more than that.

– Juan Mata has been directly involved in exactly 50% of Man United’s Premier League goals this season (6 out of 12).

Arsenal XI vs. Manchester United: Cech; Bellerin, Mertesacker, Gabriel, Monreal; Coquelin, Cazorla; Ramsey, Ozil, Sanchez; Walcott.

Manchester United XI vs. Arsenal: De Gea; Young, Smalling, Blind, Darmian; Carrick, Schweinsteiger; Mata, Rooney, Depay; Martia

Tottenham XI vs. Swansea: Lloris; Walker, Alderweireld, Vertonghen, Davies; Alli, Dier; Chadli, Eriksen, Lamela; Kane.

Swansea XI vs. Tottenham: Fabianski; Rangel, Fernandez, Williams, Taylor; Ki, Shelvey, Ayew, Sigurdsson, Montero; Gomis.

Bayern XI vs. Dortmund: Neuer; Lahm, Boateng, Martinez, Alaba; Alonso, Thiago Alcantara, Gotze; Muller, Douglas Costa, Lewandowski.

Dortmund XI vs. Bayern Munich: Bürki; Piszczek, Hummels, Bender, Sokratis; Gündogan, Weigl; Castro, Kagawa, Mkhitaryan; Aubameyang.

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