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Burnley Hold Fumbling Man City
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A late goal from substitute Kevin McDonald earned Burnley its first away point of the Barclays Premier League season in an entertaining 3-3 draw with Manchester City. Turkey, Colombia Battle For Semifinal Ticket In Bauchi -081109 A place in the semi-final will be the reward for the winner of today's gripping clash between Colombia and Turkey - two teams with tactical nous, strong technique and nerves of steel. Going into the tournament, Brazil and Argentina were the hot favourites from South America, but ten days in, the two giants have returned home and it is left to Colombia to fly the flag for the continent. It's Fight To Finish Against Chelsea, Says Berbatov -081109 Manchester United striker Dimitar Berbatov believes Chelsea are the only team who can prise the Premier League title away from Old Trafford. Rafa Upbeat After Money Talks -081109 Rafael Benitez has held talks with his Liverpool bosses over the implications if the club fail to reach the last 16 of this season's Champions League. Italy, Switzerland Set Ijebu-Ode On Fire -081109 From Olalekan Okusan, Kaduna Ijebu-Ode will once again witness another exciting match in today's quarterfinal match of the ongoing FIFA U-17 World Cup, as Italy and Switzerland clash at the Gateway International Stadium. NOC Election Divides Association Chairmen, Secretaries -081109 By Gowon Akpodonor A major crack may have hit the floor of the National Sports Commission (NSC), as association chairmen and secretaries are said to be falling apart on whom to support for the position of president in the fast approaching general election of the Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC). Tom Tom Announces Prizes for Photo Journalists -081109 Tom Tom, the official National Supporter of the 2009 FIFA U-17 World Cup, has encouraged photo journalists covering the championship to keep capturing the dramatic moments of the tournament as mouth-watering prizes are up for grab for the best among them. |
Gallant Heartland Fall To TP Mazembe
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Heartland of Owerri yesterday at the Stade Municipal in Lubumbashi failed in its attempt to win its first continental trophy in its 33 years history, losing 0-1 to TP Mazembe of Congo in the final match of the 2009 CAF Champions League. An Emmanuel With Eyes On FIFA's Golden Crown -081109 Prior to the round of 16 match against New Zealand, Sani Emmanuel was not certain whether he would be listed among the first eleven. But the 16-year-old was ready to wait for his moment of glory just like what he did against Argentina in the last group, where converted a penalty to give the Eaglets a 2-1 win. All Eyes On Mourinho, As European Victors Switch Focus -081109 Two sides coming off the back of morale-boosting European victories will lock horns in Serie A today as Inter Milan play host to Roma at the San Siro. My Son's Career Not Safe At Man City, Says Robinho's Father -081109 Robinho's father has admitted his son's future at Manchester City is far from certain. How Vuvuzela Silenced Nigeria Supporters' Club In Abuja -081109 From Olalekan Okusan, Kaduna South Africa's export to world football, Vuvuzela flute, has taken over the activities of the Nigerian Supporters Club. This was evident at the Abuja International Stadium, when the Golden Eaglets defeated New Zealand in their round of 16 match. Ezeugo: I Criticise Because I Want The Best For Nigeria -081109 By Christian Okpara Emeka Ezeugo played for the Super Eagles off and on for close to 10 years before a ghastly car crash put paid to his blossoming career. A Masters' Degree holder in economics, Ezeugo is a trained coach, who plied his trade in Europe, Asia and the two Americas before returning to Nigeria with hopes of contributing to the growth of football in the country. |
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