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Lyon star Gift Orban narrates fight against poverty in Africa

Lyon star Gift Orban narrates fight against poverty in Africa

Lyon forward Gift Orban is gradually making a name for himself in the French Ligue 1 after completing a reported €13 million (about 22 billion naira) move from Gent in January. Orban's rise to stardom did not come on a platter of gold as he fought his way through challenges like hunger in Nigeria to achieve his football dream. The 21-year-old made his way to Europe...

Al-Nassr sack coach Garcia amid reported feud with Ronaldo

Al-Nassr sack coach Garcia amid reported feud with Ronaldo

Al-Nassr have confirmed the departure of their manager Rudi Garcia following heightened speculation about a dispute with Cristiano Ronaldo. The Saudi Professional League club confirmed through an abridged statement that the former Lyon boss has been shown the exit door on Thursday. "Al-Nassr can announce that Head Coach Rudi Garcia has left the Club by mutual agreement. The board and everyone at Al-Nassr would like to...

Arsenal star Miedema’s season ends abruptly with injury

Arsenal star Miedema’s season ends abruptly with injury

Arsenal women’s forward Vivianne Miedema is set to undergo surgery after rupturing her anterior cruciate ligament. The Netherlands international would have her surgery in the coming days and is expected to be out for "an extended period of time”. The 26-year-old striker was taken off on a stretcher after suffering the devastating injury during the Gunners' 1-0 defeat to Lyon in the UEFA Women's Champions League...