Month: January 2018

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Man United & City target Sanchez dropped by Arsenal – FCNaija

Arsenal have dropped Alexis Sanchez from their team that travelled to Bournemouth for today’s  clash against Bournemouth, fuelling speculations he is close to a move away from the Emirates Stadium.

The development will all but confirm speculations he is set for the Emirates exit, even though it remains unclear where his destination would be, as both Manchester clubs are keen.

On Friday, manager Arsene Wenger had planned to include the attacker in his squad for the trip to Eddie Howe’s side but the Frenchman is understood to have changed his mind after training on Saturday.

Meanwhile, midfielder Jack Wilshere is set to be included in the clash against the south coast club.

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Goalkeeper back in training after cancer – FCNaija

Birmingham City Ladies goalkeeper Ann-Katrin Berger is back in full training with the club after having an operation to treat thyroid cancer.

The 27-year-old former Paris Saint-Germain player, who joined Birmingham in 2016, was diagnosed in November.

In a statement on social media, the German said: “The operation went really well and I’m on the road to recovery.

“I’m really happy to be back in between the sticks. Of course, it will still take some time until I can play again.”

Berger has played in two major finals for Birmingham City, the 2016 Continental Cup and the 2017 FA Cup, both of which they lost to Manchester City.

Speaking in November, manager Marc Skinner said: “I have total belief that Ann will beat this illness and strive to be back playing again in the future.”

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Football ritual: Watch Barca’s Mina go barefoot at unveiling – FCNaija

Barcelona’s unveiling of new signing Yerry Mina at Camp Nou on Saturday witnessed one of football’s rituals as the defender surprised everyone after stepping onto the pitch barefoot, in a mark of respect for his new club and a superstition.

As he approached the pitch, the Colombian opted to take off his socks and boots before heading onto the turf and greeting the fans who were out in force.

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PHOTOS: Mina in first Barcelona training after his unveiling

Throughout the presentation, Mina showed signs of his extroverted character. He fully enjoyed the day, from the signing of his contract in the morning, to when he stepped out in front of thousands of supporters at the Camp Nou.

The fans also witnessed one of the Colombian’s funniest facets; his dancing. Without a doubt, it was a presentation that left everyone with a smile on their face.