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Bayelsa United Announces Pre-Season Training Start Date

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10 months ago

July 13, 2024

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Bayelsa United has set the stage for an ambitious start to the 2024-25 Nigeria Premier Football League season, announcing that their players will reconvene at camp in Opolo next Thursday to kick off preparations.

This marks a pivotal moment as the team gears up for another challenging season ahead.

All retained players are expected to report to the designated camp location, signaling the club’s commitment to fostering a cohesive and competitive squad from the outset.

The decision to commence training earlier than usual underscores Bayelsa United’s determination to lay a solid foundation for success.

With an eye on improvement after narrowly escaping relegation last season, the club is leaving no stone unturned in its quest to elevate performance standards.

Friendly matches are slated as part of their rigorous pre-season schedule, providing valuable opportunities to fine-tune strategies and build team cohesion.

Fans and stakeholders alike are eagerly anticipating the start of the new NPFL season, scheduled to commence on Saturday, August 31st.

Bayelsa United’s proactive approach to preparation reflects their dedication to making a strong impact in the league, aiming not just to compete, but to excel.

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Ancelotti Says Rodrygo Is Sad and Sidelined by Leg Injury and Fever

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23 hours ago

May 14, 2025

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Carlo Ancelotti, the outgoing Real Madrid boss, got candid about Rodrygo’s rough patch at the club. Speaking at a press conference before their LaLiga showdown with Mallorca on Wednesday night, the Italian coach shared that the 24-year-old Brazilian star is feeling down after picking up a leg injury.

Ancelotti explained that Rodrygo’s been under the weather, battling a fever that kept him from training last week. “He’s bummed out because of the leg issue,” Ancelotti said, quoted by Fabrizio Romano. “He wasn’t feeling great, so we’re checking it out to be safe.”

Despite the setback, Ancelotti made it clear he’s got a soft spot for the young forward, who came to Real Madrid from Brazilian side Santos back in 2019. “Rodrygo’s got everyone’s love here, especially mine,” he said with a smile, showing his support for the player as he works through this tough moment.

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Xabi Alonso Ditches Vacation to Start Real Madrid Job Early

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23 hours ago

May 14, 2025

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Xabi Alonso, the outgoing Bayer Leverkusen boss, is wasting no time after his exit. The 43-year-old Spaniard just announced he’s leaving Leverkusen at the end of the 2024/25 season, but instead of kicking back for a well-earned break, he’s diving straight into his next chapter with Real Madrid.

Alonso has inked a three-year deal to take the reins at the LaLiga powerhouse, stepping into the shoes of Carlo Ancelotti, who’s off to coach Brazil’s national team soon. According to a post from @COPE on X, Alonso’s so eager to get started that he’s scrapping his vacation plans. His goal? Hit the ground running at the Santiago Bernabeu and get Los Blancos ready for the FIFA Club World Cup in June.

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Scaloni Snubs Messi and Names Mbappé and Yamal as World’s Best

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23 hours ago

May 14, 2025

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Argentina’s coach Lionel Scaloni just stirred the pot by naming the world’s best footballer—and it’s not his captain, Lionel Messi. While Scaloni insists Messi is in a league of his own, he pointed to a new generation of stars as the game’s current elite.

In a lively chat on Siro Lopez’s YouTube channel, Scaloni sidestepped Messi, calling him “one of a kind,” and instead shouted out Kylian Mbappé, Lamine Yamal, Julián Álvarez, and Lautaro Martínez as the top dogs right now.

At 37, Messi’s still a force, racking up 10 goals and three assists in 15 matches for Inter Miami this season. With eight Ballon d’Ors and a record 46 trophies from his Barcelona and PSG days, the Argentine legend’s legacy is untouchable.