Arsene Wenger believes Kylian Mbappe is in a position to dominate world football

Arsene Wenger has backed Kylian Mbappe to overtake Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo to become the best player in the world. Messi and Ronaldo have dominated the world stage for over a decade but both players are now heading towards…

Mikel Arteta names the Arsenal star that he can make ‘special’ next season

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta says he can’t wait to have a fully-fit Kieran Tierney at his disposal as he believes the Scot could become a ‘special’ player for the Gunners. The former Celtic captain made a move south of the…

*Explosion averted as tankers collide, spills content on Otedola bridge (Guardian) *Curfew: Lagos police chief Odumosu shuts out journalists (Nation)

Explosion averted as tankers collide, spills content on Otedola bridge (Guardian) Another explosion was yesterday averted at the popular Otedola Bridge on the Lagos-Ibadan expressway when loaded tankers laden with kerosene and diesel had a head-on collision in-ward Berger and…

Thierry Henry explains why it was ‘easier’ to play for Arsenal than Barcelona

Thierry Henry claims he found it ‘easier’ playing for Arsenal than Barcelona as he was given more freedom to move around the pitch alongside Dennis Bergkamp and Kanu under Arsene Wenger. The 42-year-old is widely regarded as the greatest player…

Alexandre Lacazette responds to Atletico Madrid transfer speculation

Arsenal striker Alexandre Lacazette has denied claims he’s spoken to Antoine Griezmann and Atletico Madrid ace Koke about a move to the Wanda Metropolitano. Reports in Spain over the weekend claimed Lacazette has been in contact with compatriot Griezmann to…

*Many flee as man slumps at ATM gallery (Guardian) *Customers besiege banks in Abuja, Lagos as lockdown eases (DailyTrust)

Many flee as man slumps at ATM gallery (Guardian) The Automated Teller Machine (ATM) gallery of a commercial bank in Onipanu area of Lagos State yesterday was immediately deserted after a man on the queue slumped causing panic as many…

Lille receive €85m bid for Osimhen

Lille have received an €85m bid for Nigerian striker, Victor Osimhen, according to Telefoot. According to the report, the unnamed club is interested in securing the services of Osimhen in the summer. The Super Eagles forward has been the subject…

Thierry Henry responds to Ruud van Nistelrooy Golden Boot claim

Arsenal legend Thierry Henry has played down his rivalry with former Manchester United striker Ruud van Nistelrooy and insists he was nowhere near as obsessed with topping the scoring charts as the Dutchman. The pair fought for the Golden Boot…

Arsenal will regret if Saka leaves – Report

Arsenal rising star, Bukayo Saka, whose contract with the Gunners is yet to be extended, has come under scrutiny by Football London. The British-born Nigerian youngster’s contract expires in 2021.  “Out of those whose contracts expire in 2021, (Saka), the…

Premier League told to ban spitting and give players yellow cards if caught

The Premier League has been advised to ban spitting during matches in order to stop the threat of coronavirus and give players who ignore the rule a yellow card. The English top-flight is aiming to return on June 8 and…

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