Thursday, September 27, 2018
Sportsaerna78.com - World Cup 2018. D'Tigress Defeat Greece 57-56. Qualify For Quarter Final
Nigeria's senior women's basketball team, D'Tigress have qualified for the quarter-final of the World Cup after a nervy 57-56 victory over Greece this afternoon. Evelyn Akhator recorded a 14-point, 13-rebound double-double performance in the win. They will play the USA on Friday.
Sportsarena78.com - Jose Mourinho And Pogba Having War Of Words During Training Session
Manchester United coach "Jose mourinho" and his player "paul pogba" were seen having "War Of Words" during manUtd training session this morning after removing him as the assistant captain of the team.
Friday, September 21, 2018
Sportsarena78.com- Anthony Joshua Vs Alexander Povetkin: Heavyweight Boxing Sat, 22 Sept,2018
Anthony Joshua vs Alexander Povetkin in another huge world-heavyweight clash, and it's nearly upon us. The Russian is the mandatory challenger to Joshua's WBA title and the Briton will also be defending his WBA Super, IBF, WBO and IBO belts when the two fighters meet in London.
When is it?
Saturday, September 22, 2018 - ie this weekend.
Where is it?
Wembley Stadium (London). Joshua last fought at Wembley when stopping Wladimir Klitschko in April 2017.
What TV channel will it be on?
The fight will be shown live on Sky Sports Box Office.
For US readers: It will be also aired on the streaming platform DAZN as part of the US debut of the service.
Anthony Joshua vs Alexander Povetkin | How long until the fight starts?
What time is the fight likely to start?
As always, this largely depends on how the fight night is progressing, but expect the ring walk to begin at around 10pm with the fight starting afterwards.
How can I get tickets?
Tickets went on sale in July and are nearly sold out. "There will be 80,000 there on the night," promote Eddie Hearn said with a week to go. "We had done 70,000 a month ago. It has been slower than Klitschko and (Joseph) Parker."
Joshua vs Povektin: All you need to know
Who is Povetkin?
The 38-year-old Povetkin was the WBA champion from 2011 to 2013 and is now the WBA's mandatory challenger, meaning Joshua has to fight him or face being stripped of his title.
Povetkin knocked out David Price on the Joshua/Joseph Parker undercard in Cardiff and has suffered only one defeat since his professional debut in 2005, losing by unanimous decision to Wladimir Klitschko in Moscow in 2013.
Have they ever met before?
Yes. In fact, it will be a meeting of two former Olympic champions. Povetkin won super-heavyweight gold at the 2004 Athens Games and Joshua the same title at London 2012.
Revealed: How Anthony Joshua is being fuelled by cat-naps, fewer snacks and plenty of sex
What about the Wilder fight?
Fighting Povetkin now means Joshua is likely to have greater freedom in selecting his next opponent - probably Deontay Wilder.
As mentioned earlier, Joshua holds three of the four major world titles - the IBF, WBA and WBO - with Wilder's WBC belt the only thing between him being undisputed heavyweight champion. The most recent boxer to claim that honor was Lennox Lewis in 2000.
Joshua fights Povetkin as a mandatory bout but Wilder is the opponent he wants. However, if Povetkin defeats Joshua, the unification discussion might change. Only time will tell. Both parties say they want it to happen. It's just not happening this year.
What are they saying?
Anthony Joshua:
"I can't wait to get back in the ring - the end of March feels a long time ago now. Povetkin is a serious challenge that I will prepare meticulously for. He has serious pedigree and only a fool would underestimate what he brings to the table.
"It's not the height of the man, it's the fight of the man. He's fought people like me all his life. He's used to tall guys. He knows how to slip and throw punches, so I've got to make sure I give him no gaps or openings. It's not the height that's the issue - it's how willing and determined he is."
Alexander Povetkin:
"The battle for the World title has always been my goal. I fought for the moment to face the strongest in the world and on September 22 I get my opportunity. Anthony Joshua has four belts and I want them all. I'm glad that our fight will finally take place, the meeting of two Olympic champions in the ring is destined to be a breath-taking event."
Promoter Eddie Hearn:
"I can't wait to return to Wembley for what I believe will be one of the biggest tests of AJ's career. Last time he was there he produced one of the most dramatic fights and endings in the history of the sport and I expect this fight to be full of energy and drama.
"Povetkin is a top-three heavyweight and extremely dangerous but in AJ I see the best heavyweight in the world today and I think we will see a major statement."
Deontay Wilder:
"Most definitely he (Joshua) could have gotten an exemption for this (Povetkin) fight. That was the least of the worries right there because everyone wants it. When everyone wants it, then there's nothing that could stand in the way of a fight of this magnitude. No possible way.
"Even when he's announcing Povetkin, they're talking about me. Everywhere we go, they're talking about this fight.
"At the end of the day, me and Joshua don't need each other. Not to survive and live. We've been doing that before we even met each other, and we're going to do that after we've met each other. "But for this fight to happen - for fans to see one of the biggest fights in world history and to see one champion, one face, one name - we definitely need each other."
What is the latest news?
Anthony Joshua has vowed to "shut down" the knockout power of Alexander Povetkin.
The 39-year-old challenger has only been beaten once in his career, a loss to Wladimir Klitschko in 2013, and boasts 24 knockouts from his 34 wins. Promoter Eddie Hearn fears the fight will be the second toughest of Joshua's career behind his epic win over Klitschko last year. And 28-year-old Joshua is certainly not taking his opponent lightly.
The Brit said: "In the heavyweight division not only are they talented but one punch changes the course of the fight. We all know that story. "He's got that punching power, he's got big knockouts on his record, so it's down to me to handle business accordingly. "He's a threat with the left hook, but not only that, it's how tough they are, how much do they want it?
"He could have the best left hook in the world but if I keep punching him and breaking him down it might stop him from doing that, so these attributes need to get shut down early. "I've got to annihilate that from early on. He's got a lot in his locker so I need to take control early. "The last time at Wembley was against Klitschko, and I think Povetkin is the right opponent to bring that style of fight out of me. It's all about the 'W'."
Anthony Joshua vs Joseph Parker, in pictures Hearn admitted he was "nervous" about the showdown, which will be undefeated Joshua's 22nd professional bout. "It's a massive show, a massive event with the biggest star in world boxing and the best heavyweight in the world," Hearn said. "But I'm a bit nervous because I think this is a much tougher fight than people give it credit for. Boxing fans know how big a fight this is and how tough a fight this is.
"Outside of Klitschko I think on paper this is the toughest fight of Joshua's career so far. "He's expected to win. But Povetkin punches very hard, he's got a good chin, he's durable. I expect this to be a real test." Assuming Joshua comes through unscathed all eyes will be on a potential bout to unify the division against WBC title holder Deontay Wilder.
But Hearn has warned Wilder, who is set to fight Joshua's fellow Brit Tyson Fury later this year, and his team to come back to the table or risk missing the boat. "We want the undisputed fight, but it's very difficult to make a fight when other teams aren't particularly interested in talking to you," added Hearn. "For us it's all about Saturday, then a WBO mandatory defence, but an undisputed fight would be allowed, it's just a case of when we can get that done.
"My advice to Wilder's team, if we beat Povetkin, is hurry up, because you haven't got long."
When is it?
Saturday, September 22, 2018 - ie this weekend.
Where is it?
Wembley Stadium (London). Joshua last fought at Wembley when stopping Wladimir Klitschko in April 2017.
What TV channel will it be on?
The fight will be shown live on Sky Sports Box Office.
For US readers: It will be also aired on the streaming platform DAZN as part of the US debut of the service.
Anthony Joshua vs Alexander Povetkin | How long until the fight starts?
What time is the fight likely to start?
As always, this largely depends on how the fight night is progressing, but expect the ring walk to begin at around 10pm with the fight starting afterwards.
How can I get tickets?
Tickets went on sale in July and are nearly sold out. "There will be 80,000 there on the night," promote Eddie Hearn said with a week to go. "We had done 70,000 a month ago. It has been slower than Klitschko and (Joseph) Parker."
Joshua vs Povektin: All you need to know
Who is Povetkin?
The 38-year-old Povetkin was the WBA champion from 2011 to 2013 and is now the WBA's mandatory challenger, meaning Joshua has to fight him or face being stripped of his title.
Povetkin knocked out David Price on the Joshua/Joseph Parker undercard in Cardiff and has suffered only one defeat since his professional debut in 2005, losing by unanimous decision to Wladimir Klitschko in Moscow in 2013.
Have they ever met before?
Yes. In fact, it will be a meeting of two former Olympic champions. Povetkin won super-heavyweight gold at the 2004 Athens Games and Joshua the same title at London 2012.
Revealed: How Anthony Joshua is being fuelled by cat-naps, fewer snacks and plenty of sex
What about the Wilder fight?
Fighting Povetkin now means Joshua is likely to have greater freedom in selecting his next opponent - probably Deontay Wilder.
As mentioned earlier, Joshua holds three of the four major world titles - the IBF, WBA and WBO - with Wilder's WBC belt the only thing between him being undisputed heavyweight champion. The most recent boxer to claim that honor was Lennox Lewis in 2000.
Joshua fights Povetkin as a mandatory bout but Wilder is the opponent he wants. However, if Povetkin defeats Joshua, the unification discussion might change. Only time will tell. Both parties say they want it to happen. It's just not happening this year.
What are they saying?
Anthony Joshua:
"I can't wait to get back in the ring - the end of March feels a long time ago now. Povetkin is a serious challenge that I will prepare meticulously for. He has serious pedigree and only a fool would underestimate what he brings to the table.
"It's not the height of the man, it's the fight of the man. He's fought people like me all his life. He's used to tall guys. He knows how to slip and throw punches, so I've got to make sure I give him no gaps or openings. It's not the height that's the issue - it's how willing and determined he is."
Alexander Povetkin:
"The battle for the World title has always been my goal. I fought for the moment to face the strongest in the world and on September 22 I get my opportunity. Anthony Joshua has four belts and I want them all. I'm glad that our fight will finally take place, the meeting of two Olympic champions in the ring is destined to be a breath-taking event."
Promoter Eddie Hearn:
"I can't wait to return to Wembley for what I believe will be one of the biggest tests of AJ's career. Last time he was there he produced one of the most dramatic fights and endings in the history of the sport and I expect this fight to be full of energy and drama.
"Povetkin is a top-three heavyweight and extremely dangerous but in AJ I see the best heavyweight in the world today and I think we will see a major statement."
Deontay Wilder:
"Most definitely he (Joshua) could have gotten an exemption for this (Povetkin) fight. That was the least of the worries right there because everyone wants it. When everyone wants it, then there's nothing that could stand in the way of a fight of this magnitude. No possible way.
"Even when he's announcing Povetkin, they're talking about me. Everywhere we go, they're talking about this fight.
What is the latest news?
Anthony Joshua has vowed to "shut down" the knockout power of Alexander Povetkin.
The 39-year-old challenger has only been beaten once in his career, a loss to Wladimir Klitschko in 2013, and boasts 24 knockouts from his 34 wins. Promoter Eddie Hearn fears the fight will be the second toughest of Joshua's career behind his epic win over Klitschko last year. And 28-year-old Joshua is certainly not taking his opponent lightly.
The Brit said: "In the heavyweight division not only are they talented but one punch changes the course of the fight. We all know that story. "He's got that punching power, he's got big knockouts on his record, so it's down to me to handle business accordingly. "He's a threat with the left hook, but not only that, it's how tough they are, how much do they want it?
"He could have the best left hook in the world but if I keep punching him and breaking him down it might stop him from doing that, so these attributes need to get shut down early. "I've got to annihilate that from early on. He's got a lot in his locker so I need to take control early. "The last time at Wembley was against Klitschko, and I think Povetkin is the right opponent to bring that style of fight out of me. It's all about the 'W'."
Anthony Joshua vs Joseph Parker, in pictures Hearn admitted he was "nervous" about the showdown, which will be undefeated Joshua's 22nd professional bout. "It's a massive show, a massive event with the biggest star in world boxing and the best heavyweight in the world," Hearn said. "But I'm a bit nervous because I think this is a much tougher fight than people give it credit for. Boxing fans know how big a fight this is and how tough a fight this is.
"Outside of Klitschko I think on paper this is the toughest fight of Joshua's career so far. "He's expected to win. But Povetkin punches very hard, he's got a good chin, he's durable. I expect this to be a real test." Assuming Joshua comes through unscathed all eyes will be on a potential bout to unify the division against WBC title holder Deontay Wilder.
But Hearn has warned Wilder, who is set to fight Joshua's fellow Brit Tyson Fury later this year, and his team to come back to the table or risk missing the boat. "We want the undisputed fight, but it's very difficult to make a fight when other teams aren't particularly interested in talking to you," added Hearn. "For us it's all about Saturday, then a WBO mandatory defence, but an undisputed fight would be allowed, it's just a case of when we can get that done.
"My advice to Wilder's team, if we beat Povetkin, is hurry up, because you haven't got long."
Sportsarena78.com - FIFA Rankings: Nigeria Moves To 48th Spot [Top 10]
On Thursday, World Football Governing Body, FIFA released the latest Rankings in global football. The Super Eagles of Nigeria have moved one place from 49th to 48th place in the new World Ranking.
However, France and Belgium share the top spot for the first time on the table in 25 years.
According to FIFA, Nigeria has 1415 points and finish September 48th. Meanwhile, Brazil remain third in the latest rankings ahead of World Cup finalists Croatia.
Top 10 In The World (September FIFA Rankings):-
1=. Belgium (+1) 1,729 pts
1=. France 1,729
3. Brazil 1,663
4. Croatia 1,634
5. Uruguay 1,632
6. England 1,612
7. Portugal 1,606
8. Switzerland 1,598
9. Spain 1,597
10. Denmark (-1) 1,581
Africa's Top 10 (global position in brackets):
*.1. Tunisia (23)
*.2. Senegal (25)
*.3. DR Congo (40)
*.4. Morocco (45)
*.5. Nigeria (48)
*.6. Cameroon (50)
*.7. Ghana (51)
*.8. Burkina Faso (56)
*.9. Mali (63)
*.10. Egypt (64)
However, France and Belgium share the top spot for the first time on the table in 25 years.
According to FIFA, Nigeria has 1415 points and finish September 48th. Meanwhile, Brazil remain third in the latest rankings ahead of World Cup finalists Croatia.
Top 10 In The World (September FIFA Rankings):-
1=. Belgium (+1) 1,729 pts
1=. France 1,729
3. Brazil 1,663
4. Croatia 1,634
5. Uruguay 1,632
6. England 1,612
7. Portugal 1,606
8. Switzerland 1,598
9. Spain 1,597
10. Denmark (-1) 1,581
Africa's Top 10 (global position in brackets):
*.1. Tunisia (23)
*.2. Senegal (25)
*.3. DR Congo (40)
*.4. Morocco (45)
*.5. Nigeria (48)
*.6. Cameroon (50)
*.7. Ghana (51)
*.8. Burkina Faso (56)
*.9. Mali (63)
*.10. Egypt (64)
Wednesday, September 12, 2018
Sportsarena78.com - Iwobi Resumes Training Ahead Of Arsenal’s Trip To Newcastle
Arsenal forward Alex Iwobi has rejoined his teammates in training ahead of their Saturday’s trip to Newcastle United in the Premier league.Iwobi missed the Gunners’ last game against Cardiff in the Premier League due to illness and also pulled out of Nigeria’s 2019 Africa Cup Of Nations qualifier away at Seychelles last Saturday for the same reason.
The 22-year-old forward wrote beneath a picture of himself with the quintet of Alexandre Lacazette, Shkodran Mustafi, Nacho Monreal, Henrikh Mkhitaryan and Matteo Guendouzi posted on his Instagram wall @alexanderiwobi; “Haaa 17’s back Yaa Digg. Always nice when your team wins in training.”
Iwobi has made two starting appearances this season for Arsenal and has scored once. He will be looking to make his 68th EPL appearance for the Gunners who are in search of their third win of the season.
A goal for Iwobi in the encounter will take his tally to ten in the EPL since he made his debut in 2015 as a substitute in Arsenal’s 3-0 win over Swansea. He replaced Mesut Ozil in the encounter.
Arsenal are currently ninth in the EPL table with six points from four games.
Friday, September 7, 2018
Sportsarena78.com - Williams Beats Sevastova To Reach US Open Final
Serena Williams has reached the final of the US Open for the first time in four years after defeating Anastasija Sevastova semi-final.
Williams won 6-3 6-0 to set up a mouthwatering clash with Japan’s Naomi Osaka on Saturday’s.
Williams won 6-3 6-0 to set up a mouthwatering clash with Japan’s Naomi Osaka on Saturday’s.
The 36 year old American will compete in her 31st Grand Slam final and ninth US Open final. Osaka on her part had defeated Madison Keys 6-2,6-4.“It is really incredible. A year ago I was literally fighting for my life at the hospital after having the baby,” said Williams in her post match conference.“Every day I step out on this court I am so grateful to have an opportunity to play this sport.”
“So no matter what happens in any match, I already feel like I have already won.”A win for the Williams will see her equal Margaret Court’s record of 24 Grand Slam singles titles.
She has won six US Open titles and will be the third oldest women’s Grand Slam finalist in the Open era and, if she wins, the oldest champion, overtaking her own record set at the 2017 Australian Open.
Sportsarena78.com - Marvin Olawale Akinlabi Park: Biography, Age, Parents, Unveiled By Real Madrid
Marvin Olawale Akinlabi can feature for Real Madrid in the UEFA Champions League after his unveiling as a second team player. Spanish La Liga giants Real Madrid have unveiled Nigerian born attacking midfielder Marvin Olawale Akinlabi Park as part of their youth set-up.
Marvin Olawale 18-years-old and was given birth to on March 7, 2000, in Palma de Mallorca in Spain.
His two surnames Akinlabi and Park come from his parents, his father a Nigerian while his mother is South Korean. A statement on the Real Madrid website confirms his inclusion in the Real Madrid youth set up.
It reads, “An attacking-minded midfielder who is a danger when he joins the attack, his ability in one-on-one situations also makes him a threat. “He took his first steps in the game in his native Balearic Islands and possesses a very direct style, which fully exploits his pace and power. He also has fine ability with both feet.”
Before he moved to the famed Real Madrid Castilla in 2016, Marvin had his development at various clubs sides such as Sporting Ciudad de Palma, Tranmere Rovers, Sporting Ciudad de Palma, La Salle, and Es Jonquet Penya Arrabal. Still, in his formative years as a professional footballer, Marvin is eligible to play for three countries. Nigeria through his father, South Korea through his mother and Spain where he was born.
Based on the potential of Marvin, the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) led by Amaju Pinnick will aim to integrate him to the national team as they have done for youngsters born abroad. However, they should expect to face stiff competition from the Royal Spanish Football Federation and Korea Football Association who will want a talent such as Marvin in their ranks.
Marvin was not named in Real Madrid squad for their 2018/19 UEFA Champions League campaign but is expected to partake in the UEFA Youth League.
Marvin Olawale 18-years-old and was given birth to on March 7, 2000, in Palma de Mallorca in Spain.
His two surnames Akinlabi and Park come from his parents, his father a Nigerian while his mother is South Korean. A statement on the Real Madrid website confirms his inclusion in the Real Madrid youth set up.
It reads, “An attacking-minded midfielder who is a danger when he joins the attack, his ability in one-on-one situations also makes him a threat. “He took his first steps in the game in his native Balearic Islands and possesses a very direct style, which fully exploits his pace and power. He also has fine ability with both feet.”
Before he moved to the famed Real Madrid Castilla in 2016, Marvin had his development at various clubs sides such as Sporting Ciudad de Palma, Tranmere Rovers, Sporting Ciudad de Palma, La Salle, and Es Jonquet Penya Arrabal. Still, in his formative years as a professional footballer, Marvin is eligible to play for three countries. Nigeria through his father, South Korea through his mother and Spain where he was born.
Based on the potential of Marvin, the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) led by Amaju Pinnick will aim to integrate him to the national team as they have done for youngsters born abroad. However, they should expect to face stiff competition from the Royal Spanish Football Federation and Korea Football Association who will want a talent such as Marvin in their ranks.
Marvin was not named in Real Madrid squad for their 2018/19 UEFA Champions League campaign but is expected to partake in the UEFA Youth League.
Tuesday, September 4, 2018
Sportsarena78.com - Messi: It’s Time For Barcelona To Win Champions League Again
Barcelona captain Lionel Messi says the club must focus on the Champions League this season following their underwhelming campaign in the last three editions of the competition.
Barca last won the Champions League in the 2014-15 season and have failed to get beyond the quarter-finals since.That disappointment did not impact on their domestic campaign, as they cruised to a double, winning La Liga and the Copa del Ray, but Messi is eager for Barca to improve in Europe after being drawn alongside Inter, Tottenham and PSV in this year’s group stage.
“It’s time. This year we have the Champions League again,” Messi told Catalunya Radio.
“We’ve gone out in the quarter-finals three years in a row and the last time was the worst of all, because of how we played and that we came with a result that was not in our favour.
“We have to focus on the Champions League for the club, the team, and the fans. We have a spectacular team – that’s why we say that, because we can compete for the Champions League.”
Sportsarena78.com - 18 Eagles Now In Camp As Musa, Ighalo, Etebo, 3 Others Arrive; Ezenwa, Akpeyi Still Expected
The Super Eagles camp in Victoria, Mahé Island in Seychelles came alive on Tuesday afternoon following the arrival of six more players which brought the number of players at the team’s Savoy Hotel Resort and Spa to 18 ahead of Saturday’s 2019 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Seychelles, reports Completesportsnigeria.com.
12 players ; Henry Onyekuru, Kenneth Omeruo, Francis Uzoho, Semi Ajayi, Samuel Kalu, Wilfred Ndidi, Kelechi Iheanacho, Chidozie Awaziem, Kelechi Nwakali, Bryan Idowu, Simeon Nwankwo and Joel Obi arrived camp on Tuesday morning.In the afternoon, Saudi Arabia -based Ahmed Musa, alongside Turkey –based Ogenyi Onazi, China -based Odion Ighalo, Germany –based Jamilu Collins and the England –based duo of Oghenekaro Etebo and Leon Balogun arrived camp and joined the team for lunch.
Goalkeeper Ikechukwu Ezenwa (from Nigeria) and Daniel Akpeyi (from South Africa) were being expected to arrive camp before dinner.
The development means the technical crew can concentrate on the training sessions ahead of Saturday’s game, without any worries over the forced withdrawals, due to injury, of Alex Iwobi, Olaoluwa Aina and William Ekong. The Super Eagles will look to garner all three points against the Pirates on Saturday after losing their first game 2-0 at home to South Africa in June 2017.
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