Liverpool delivered a powerful statement of intent about their desire to retain the Premier League title with a comfortable dismissal of Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on another nightmare day for keeper Kepa Arrizabalaga. Jurgen Klopp’s champions were already in complete…
*Oniru seeks governors, monarchs’ collaboration for development (Guardian)*14-year-old girl raped to death (Punch)
Oniru seeks governors, monarchs’ collaboration for development (Guardian) The Oniru of Iruland, Oba Abdulwasiu Omogbolahan Lawal, Abisogun II, has said that governors and traditional rulers should be able to work hand in hand to bring security and environmental health to…
Wolves boss Nuno Espirito Santo confirms Diogo Jota’s Liverpool transfer
Wolverhampton Wanderers manager Nuno Espirito Santo has confirmed Diogo Jota’s transfer to Liverpool and wished him luck, while Ki-Jana Hoever will move to Molineux. The Portugal international will move to Anfield in a deal worth an initial £40million – although…
Liverpool: Thiago Alcantara says goodbye to Bayern Munich
Thiago Alcantara, who has agreed a deal to sign for Liverpool, says leaving Bayern Munich was the “most difficult decision” of his career. The Spain midfielder’s arrival has not been officially announced by Liverpool, but Thiago, 29, has said goodbye…
Stunning James goal helps Chelsea win at Brighton
Frank Lampard says his expensively reshaped Chelsea side “have to have intentions to be up there” with champions Liverpool after they began their campaign with victory at Brighton. Chelsea finished 33 points adrift of the Reds last season and lost…
Premier League target Alcantara reports for Bayern training
Spain midfielder Thiago Alcantara, who has been linked to Liverpool and Manchester United, took part in Bayern Munich’s first full training session on Friday in preparation for the new season. With a year left on his contract, the 29-year-old has…
Rashford relishes challenge of reeling in Man Utd’s rivals
Marcus Rashford says the task of reeling in Liverpool and Manchester City adds spice to Manchester United’s bid to re-establish themselves as Premier League title contenders. United put together a nine-game unbeaten run in the league, which included six wins,…
*PwC senior partner drowns in Lagos, police probe aides (Punch) *Two brothers, three others in EFCC net for alleged internet fraud (Nation)
PwC senior partner drowns in Lagos, police probe aides (Punch) The Deputy Country Senior Partner, Price Waterhouse Coopers, Nigeria, Tola Ogundipe, is dead. PUNCH Metro learnt that Ogundipe went missing on Saturday while boating on a coast near Lagos. The…
*Gunmen invade MKO Abiola’s house in Lagos (Punch) *COVID-19 sample tests exceed 100,000 in Lagos (Vanguard)
Gunmen invade MKO Abiola’s house in Lagos (Punch) Gunmen on Wednesday invaded the house of the late Chief Moshood Abiola in Ikeja, Lagos State and stole property worth millions of naira. A source confirmed the development to The PUNCH. “Armed…
Arsenal beat Liverpool on penalties to win Community Shield
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang scored a superb goal and netted the winning penalty in a shootout as Arsenal beat Premier League champions Liverpool in the Community Shield at an empty Wembley Stadium. Liverpool striker Rhian Brewster, brought on in stoppage time, hit…
