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Libya Coach Aims for Draw Against Nigeria in AFCON Qualifier
Libya’s head coach, Nasser Al-Hadiri, has expressed that securing a draw against Nigeria in their upcoming 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier would be a positive outcome.
The Mediterranean Knights will face the Super Eagles on matchday 3 at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo on Friday. Al-Hadiri acknowledged the challenge of defeating the three-time African champions but emphasized their goal of fighting for at least one point.
“We know it’s difficult to beat Nigeria, but a draw would be a good result and keep our qualification hopes alive,” he told Libya News 24. Libya currently sits at the bottom of Group D with just one point from two games.
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Diego Simeone Calls Out Ademola Lookman Over Defensive Duties
Head coach of Atletico Madrid, Diego Simeone, speaks on team defense and called out a player who needs to toughen up. He shared that Ademola Lookman needs to work on defense.
“Ademola Lookman arrived with great enthusiasm and desire to keep growing. We need him to add defensive work to what he already gives us offensively, because he has that ability,” he then added.
“He’s shown it with the Nigeria national team, and we need him in that role.”
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Paul Merson Names Mohamed Salah the Greatest Winger of All Time
Former football legend Paul Merson states that Mohammad Salah is the greatest winger of all time.
While also praising Bukayo Saka for being the winger in form right now.
When asked in a recent interview, he stated “For the best right now, it’s probably [Bukayo] Saka for his all-around game. I will go Salah, because the numbers he’s put up are ridiculous.”
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Paul Merson Predicts Results in Premier League Weekend
Former player Paul Merson shares his predictions on this weekend’s Premier League games.
He shared Leeds United vs Manchester City – Prediction: Leeds 1-1 Manchester City.
Manchester United vs Crystal Palace – Prediction: Manchester United 3-0 Crystal Palace.
Arsenal vs Chelsea – Prediction: Arsenal 1-0 Chelsea.
