Month: November 2023
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African Football
Wydad Casablanca player Oussama Falouh passes away few days to AFL final
With few days to their Africa Football League final clash vs Mamelodi Sundowns, Wydad Casablanca have been struck with the…
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Nigerian Footballers Abroad
Maduka Okoye grateful for Udinese debut opportunity
Nigerian goalkeeper, Maduka Okoye has expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to make his Udinese debut. SportsRation reports. Okoye made…
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Nigerian Footballers Abroad
Super Eagles eligible striker Chuba Akpom scores first Ajax goal
Super Eagles of Nigeria eligible striker, Chuba Akpom scored his first Ajax Amsterdam goal in their 2-0 win over FC…
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Super Eagles
Ndidi joins Super Eagles injury-list ahead of Lesotho and Zimbabwe games
Wilfred Ndidi joins the list of Super Eagles players expected to miss the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification games vs…
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Man City
Haaland, Foden, Lewis nominated for Manchester City award
Erling Haaland, Phil Foden and Rico Lewis have been nominated for Manchester City October 2023 Player of the month award.…
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9ja Flavour
Super Eagles defender Chidozie Awaziem nominated for October award in Portugal
Super Eagles of Nigeria defender Chidozie Awaziem has been nominated for the Boavista of Portugal October player of the month…
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Nigerian Footballers Abroad
Red-hot Super Eagles hopeful makes Ligue 1 October team of the Month
Red-hot Super Eagles of Nigeria hopeful, Adams Akor has been named in French Ligue 1 team of the month of…
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Nigeria Professional Football League
NPFL pens 5-year Broadcast deal with Startimes Nigeria
The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) and digital broadcasting company Startimes Nigeria have penned an exclusive five-year broadcast deal. This…
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African Football
Why Osimhen not Hakimi deserves CAF Best Player of the Year
Following the release of a 30-player shortlist for the 2023 CAF best player of the year award, Caretaker in this…
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African Football
Zimbabwe Vs Nigeria: Veteran Coach advices Warriors on best approach
Veteran coach, Sunday Chidzambwa, has charged the Zimbabwe senior men’s national team, the Warriors, on best approach to FIFA World…
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Football
Newcastle United trounce Manchester United, knock them out of Carabao Cup
Newcastle United booked their passage into the quarterfinals of the Carabao Cup with a 3-0 humbling of Manchester United at…
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Football
Third tier Saarbrucken stun Bayern Munich in historic Cup upset
Bayern Munich have crashed out of the 2023-24 DFB Pokal after a shocking 2-1 defeat at the hands of 3.…
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9ja Flavour
NPFL24 Matchday Six: Remo Stars go top after 3SC thrashing, Sporting Lagos defeated in Ilorin
Remo Stars returned to the summit of the NPFL following a comprehensive 3-0 win over South-West rivals, Shooting Stars, in…
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Nigeria Professional Football League
Akwa United FC defeat Gombe United to win first NPFL match of the season
Akwa United FC defeat Gombe United FC to secure their first win of the 2023/2024 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL)…
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Nigeria Sports News
Invest in Sports ‘- Minister charges Investors
Nigeria’s Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh has charged investors to invest in the untapped Sports industry in…
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African Football
Osimhen, Orban nominated for 2023 CAF awards
Nigerian strikers, Victor Osimhen and Gift Orban have made a list of 100 players, coaches and teams, for honours at…
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![Erling Haaland Dominates Premier League Golden Boot Race: Early Season Standings As the curtain rises on the 2023/24 Premier League season, Erling Haaland once again looms large in the race for the prestigious Golden Boot. The Norwegian striker, who etched his name in history with a record-breaking 36 goals in the previous campaign, continues to exhibit his scoring prowess, asserting dominance over his peers. Haaland's extraordinary form from the last season cast a shadow over the Golden Boot competition, making it appear one-sided as his rivals seemingly played catch-up. Now, as the new season unfolds, Haaland stands as both a symbolic and physical giant, capturing the attention of football enthusiasts eager to witness who will challenge him for the coveted top-scorer accolade. Here's a glance at the early contenders for the Golden Boot: 1. Erling Haaland | [Club Name] | Goals: 36 The Norwegian sensation has kicked off the 2023/24 season in blistering form, maintaining his status as the league's leading marksman. Barring any unforeseen circumstances, Haaland seems poised to retain his Golden Boot crown. 2. Mohamed Salah | Liverpool | Goals: 11 Despite Liverpool's sluggish form in the previous season, Salah managed an impressive tally of 19 goals. The determined Egyptian forward is keen on elevating both his and the Reds' fortunes, positioning himself as a formidable contender for the Golden Boot. 3. Son Heung-min | Tottenham Hotspur | Goals: 10 Son, a co-recipient of the Golden Boot with Salah in the last season, experienced a dip in form. However, with the arrival of Ange Postecoglou and creative midfielder James Maddison, he aims to rediscover his goal-scoring prowess for Spurs. 4. Jarrod Bowen | West Ham United | Goals: 9 Amidst changes at West Ham, Bowen is anticipated to be a crucial figure in the final third. The departure of Declan Rice places the onus on Bowen to emerge as a star, building on his impressive displays from the previous season. 5. Ollie Watkins | Aston Villa | Goals: 8 Watkins, a consistent performer for Villa, played a pivotal role in their Europa League qualification. Under Unai Emery's guidance, he seeks to maintain his goal-scoring form, contributing to Villa's quest for success. 6. Hwang Hee-chan | Wolves | Goals: 8 Hwang, despite struggling in the final third last season, aspires to make a significant impact for Wolves. His versatility, tenacity, and mobility may prove vital as he strives to deliver crucial goals for his team. 7. Dominic Solanke | Bournemouth | Goals: 8 Solanke stood out as a key performer for Bournemouth last season, significantly contributing to their survival. His goal-scoring ability positions him as a linchpin for the Cherries in the current campaign. 8. Callum Wilson | Newcastle | Goals: 7 At 31, Wilson defies age expectations with consistent goal-scoring performances. Following a prolific season, the former Bournemouth poacher aims to continue his remarkable run for Newcastle. 9. Alexander Isak | Newcastle | Goals: 7 After a delayed start due to injury, Isak made a substantial impact for Newcastle in the latter part of the previous season. With flair, audacity, and lethal finishing, he aims to establish himself as a top striker in the Premier League. 10. Bryan Mbuemo | Brentford | Goals: 7 Mbuemo, an integral part of Brentford's attack, aims to step up in the absence of Ivan Toney. His well-rounded talent, showcased by nine goals and eight assists last season, makes him a key player for the Bees. As the season unfolds, football enthusiasts can anticipate a thrilling battle among these talented goal-scorers, injecting excitement into the race for the Premier League Golden Boot.](https://sportsration.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/20230411_215259-390x220.jpg)
