5 WORLD CUP STARS WHO COULD BREAK MESSI’S AND RONALDO’S BALLON D’OR DOMINANCE THIS YEAR

Neymar in action for Brazil during the 2018 World Cup

World Cup performances certainly play a role in the Ballon d’Or nominations. Only because Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo were ruthless for Barcelona and Real Madrid respectively in 2010 and 2014, none of the World Cup performers were able to win it.

However, 2018 is a lot different. Lionel Messi’s Barcelona crashed out of the UEFA Champions League is the quarterfinals and Ronaldo’s Real Madrid finished third in La Liga. Though Ronaldo lifted his third Champions League title in a row, he was not at his consistent best.

Photos Of France President, Macron At The Shrine

French President Emmanuel Macron was yesterday at the New Afrika Shrine for ‘#CelebrateAfricanCulture’. Mr Macron was hosted by Gov Ambode and ofcourse the Anikulapo’s also prepared for him.

You know Gov Ambode had no choice then to sit with him and cheer him up? Well he did exactly that and ofcourse from pics seen so far, the President had a BALL! He even took a selfie on stage… what ‘apresident’ lol. More photos…

France To Help Nigeria With $475m On Projects

Nigeria and France yesterday signed a number of agreement s on projects worth $475 million.

The agreements were signed in Abuja after a meeting between President Muhammadu Buhari and Fremch President Emmanuel Macron at the Presidential Villa.

The meeting also took far-reaching decisions on security and the economy.

Ospina proud despite Colombia defeat

David Ospina Colombia vs England Russia 2018 World Cup 

Goalkeeper David Ospina believes Colombia can walk away from Russia with their heads held high after their elimination from the World Cup.

The South Americans drew 1-1 with England in their Round of 16 fixture, but they were knocked out of the tournament after a dramatic penalty shootout.

RIP Daniel: Dbanj Thanks Fans For Support During Son’s Death

D’banj this morning broke his silent over the death of his 1-year old son, thanking friends and fans near and far for their support as they mourn his son. The singer wrote what you see on the right above. RIP Daniel!

FC Barcelona to announce two signings this week, Morata-Higuain swap deal planned and more

The Catalans mean business this summer

Hello people! Welcome to Sportskeeda's latest transfer news and rumours roundup. With the focus now shifting to the World Cup, top clubs have begun their work on the transfer front.
And as always, there are stories which will have huge repercussions on the transfer market. After scorching through papers and sources from all over Europe, we have managed to find transfer stories that made headlines on July 3, 2018:

Depay to be fined by Lyon after training no-show

Lyon winger Memphis Depay

Lyon head coach Bruno Genesio confirmed Memphis Depay will be fined after failing to report for training on the first day of pre-season preparations at the Ligue 1 club.
Depay, who scored 19 goals in 36 league appearances as Lyon finished third in 2017-18, has been linked with a transfer to AC Milan after hitting a rich vein of form in France.

INCREDIBLE MBAPPE FACES ULTIMATE WORLD CUP TEST AGAINST GODIN AND URUGUAY

Kylian Mbappe celebrates for France against Argentina

Perhaps the most remarkable thing about Kylian Mbappe's performance against Argentina was that, by his standards, it wasn't entirely remarkable.
Normally, such a devastating display in a World Cup knockout match by a 19-year-old would be followed by complete shock, then a whole host of articles detailing who he is and which clubs want to sign him. But Mbappe is not normal.

World Cup 2018: 3 reasons why Colombia lost to England

Colombia played ugly... really ugly!

England broke the dreaded penalty shootout jinx after triumphing 4-3 over Colombia to seal a first quarter-final appearance at the World Cups since 2006.
After a tempestuous first-half, Harry Kane put the Three Lions ahead from another spot-kick and were well on their way to a win, before Yerry Mina popped up with another header, his third in the last as many games, in the third minute of injury-time.

Again, Soyinka Attacks Obasanjo In New Book

Nobel laureate, Prof. Wole Soyinka, has advised former President Olusegun Obasanjo to desist from struggling to restore Nigeria to the path of sanity and moderate rectitude, describing him as ‘objectively unfitted’ for the role.

He urged him to instead head for a monastery.

Soyinka said, “…I know that deep inside, there is a soakaway pond of personal insecurity struggling to be drained. Beneath every bully, there is a scared product of insecurity and troubled conscience. Now, fight your own demons as best as you can, and feel free to flagellate Buhari (President Muhammadu) with all the weapons in your armoury. I have only one demand: keep away from movements struggling to restore this nation to the path of sanity and even moderate rectitude. End your hijacking propensity.’’

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Arsenal draw Milan in Europa last 16

Seven-time European champions AC Milan will face Arsenal in the standout last-16 tie in the Europa League after the draw was made in Nyon, Switzerland on Friday.

It will be the first time the two clubs have met since Milan won 4-3 on aggregate to reach the Champions League quarterfinals in 2012 where they lost to Barcelona.

Spanish favourites Atletico Madrid take on Lokomotiv Moscow while Milan's Serie A rivals Lazio will face Dinamo Kiev.

Ronaldo, Messi again rule in Europe

As the stakes mounted in the Champions League, the usual suspects once more rose to the occasion with Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi and Robert Lewandowski starring in the last 16, first legs.

Season after season, these pre-eminent performers deliver on the biggest stages and administer severe punishment to striving title contenders – including Neymar's aspiring Paris Saint-Germain.

A Ronaldo double propelled holders Real to a 3-1 advantage over PSG in Spain, while Messi grabbed a vital away goal for Barcelona in a 1-1 draw at Premier League champions Chelsea.

Atletico cut gap on Barca

French striker Antoine Griezmann hit a hat-trick as Atletico Madrid thrashed Sevilla 5-2 on Sunday to cut the gap on La Liga leaders Barcelona back to seven points.

The result was also a boost for Manchester United, who face Sevilla in the Champions League last 16 second leg next month afer the two sides were locked 0-0 from the first game.

"I'm very happy with the team's work, but a little less happy that we conceded two goals," said Griezmann.

"It's good that we have several forwards who score goals, but the most important thing is the three points."

Former Chelsea star Diego Costa grabbed the opener just before the half-hour mark after a farcical mix-up in the Sevilla defence.

Appeal Court Sacks Senator Aidoko, Declares Kogi East Seat Vacant

The Court of Appeal in Abuja has voided the election of Senator Attai Aidoko, even as it declared Kogi East Senatorial seat vacant.

A three-man panel of Justices of the appellate court led by Justice Abdu Aboki, invalidated the Certificate of Return the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, issued to the sacked lawmaker.

The court held that Aidoko was not the validly nominated candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, for the Kogi East Senatorial poll.

DPR Seals 16 Filling Stations In A/Ibom

The Department of Petroleum Resources (DPR) said it had sealed 16 filling stations for selling petrol above N145 per litre pump price.

 The Operations Controller of DPR in Akwa Ibom, Mr Tamunoiminabo Sundaye, disclosed this in an interview with the Newsmen in Eket on Monday.

Another PDP Rep Decamps To APC

A member of the House of Representatives from Imo State, Nnanna Igbokwe, has dumped the opposition People’s Democratic Party, PDP, for the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC.

In a letter read by Speaker, Yakubu Dogara, at plenary today, Igbokwe who represents Ahiazu Mbaise/Ezinihitte, cited division in his former party as his reason for defection.

EFCC Picks Up Innoson Motors' Boss At Home

Law enforcement officers said to be from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, have arrested Innocent Chukwuma, the founder and chairman of Innoson Motors.

Premium Times learnt from a spokesperson for the company, Cornel Osigwe, that Mr. Chukwuma was arrested at his residence in Enugu around 9:00 a.m. this morning.

Touching Moment Jay Z Halts Concert In California For Cancer Survivor

Jay Z showed fans a glimmer of how truly good-hearted he is after halting his concert in California on Saturday.

The world-famous rapper, 48, stopped the entire production of his 4:44 show to bring a fan on stage who had suffered from cancer twice.

After spotting Christina Cruz and her glittering sign while in the middle of his set, he stopped and motioned for her to come up.

Selena Gomez’s Mum HOSPITALISED After HEATED Discussion With Her Over Justin Bieber

This is according to TMZ and despite it might sound funny, TMZ can be trusted 90%. If you ask me, I will give them a 100%, lol... They are mostly accurate!

So Tmz says Selena Gomez' mum has been rushed to hospital after a row with her daughter over Justin Bieber. Mandy Teefey was "so worked up" about the new romance she needed to be seen by doctors, the website reports.

Simi Exposes Cleavage In New Photos

She's trying to try something new. You like?

Students Allegedly Get Goats As Gifts For Coming First In Their Various Classes

You have already seen the name of the school. Biko is it goat that will help them perform better next term? Oh I forgot, stomach infrastructure.

Photos: Ebuka 'Shades' Tunde Demuren On Twitter

Lol, and it’s a very clear shade. The first photo is Tunde Demuren and Henry, while the other one is supposed to be Ebuka and Henry but we see nothing, lol. Check out his tweet below… Oh dear!

Ronaldo's Girlfriend Shares Cosy Family Photo

Cristiano Ronaldo's girlfriend treated fans to another look at their adorable family after welcoming little girl Alana Martina back in November.

Georgina Rodriguez uploaded a shot of the Portugese footballer, twins Matteo and Eva, seven-year-old Cristiano Ronaldo Jr, and the newest addition to the family all lounging at home.

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