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Anthony Joshua, Francis Ngannou sign deal for ten-round fight in Saudi Arabia

Anthony Joshua is set to face off against UFC legend Francis Ngannou in a ten-round bout in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, as confirmed by promoter Eddie Hearn. Ngannou who recently made his debut in professional boxing where he faced Tyson Fury, is back for another challenge against British heavyweight, Joshua. After a successful run in 2023, Joshua is now focused on rebuilding his career following losses to Oleksandr Usyk. The fight, scheduled for March 9, will take place on the date initially reserved for Joshua’s bout against Deontay Wilder. This reshuffling comes after Wilder’s defeat to Parker.

Joshua and Ngannou set for a showdown – Getty image Ngannou’s transition from MMA to boxing has been impressive, as seen in his fight against Fury where he surprised many by knocking down the heavyweight champion. Although, he lost the fight. Joshua, on the other hand is hoping for a third heavyweight championship title and sees the fight as a crucial step in his journey.

Anthony Joshua set for Otto Wallin test in fate-decider Saudi showdown

Heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua is set for a major boxing showdown with Otto Wallin in Saudi Arabia today (Saturday). During their final face-off on Friday, Joshua was unfazed, maintaining demeanor even when Wallin was spewing words to his face.. The former world champion will go head-to-head with the Swedish contender, sharing the stage in another fight between Deontay Wilder vs. Joseph Parker. Reports suggest that a two-fight deal is in place for Joshua to face Wilder in 2024, if both win their fights today. Anthony Joshua vs Otto Wallin set for tonight – Getty image However, despite the potential Wilder matchup, Joshua remains laser-focused on Wallin. “This is the best fight card in history, and I wouldn’t want to be anywhere else in the world right now. If my prayers are answered, I’ll get the win.” “I’m a serious fighter, I’m a serious businessman as well. I’ve got a great team behind me handling business, but let me focus on what I’ve got to focus on. I need to get this win.” During weigh-in, Joshua weighed in at 251lbs, while Wallin stood at 238.6lbs.

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Anthony Martial to depart Manchester United next summer as free agent

Manchester United have reportedly turned down the possibility of extending Anthony Martial’s contract, after it expires next summer. While United hold a one-year extension option, they have opted not to activate it, paving the way for his departure as free agent. Erik ten Hag, United’s manager, had previously hinted at ongoing contract talks involving Martial, among other players. However, the decision not to trigger the extension now suggests that the club is prepared to part ways with the 28-year-old forward. Anthony Martial – Getty image Martial joined Manchester United in 2015 from Monaco, contributing 90 goals and 55 assists in 317 appearances over eight years. Despite his fine start at Old Trafford, Martial has struggled for form this season, finding the net only once in 13 Premier League appearances. The arrival of Rasmus Hojlund Hojlund has further limited his playing time, with just seven starts across all competitions. During the recent 3-0 defeat to Bournemouth, United fans even cheered when Martial was substituted off the field. With his contract set to expire, Martial is now positioned to explore new opportunities, either departing as a free agent or potentially being sold during the January transfer window.

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Anthony Gordon seals Newcastle 1-0 win against struggling Manchester United

Anthony Gordon scored the match’s only goal – Getty image Newcastle United outclassed Manchester United with a tap-in goal from Anthony Gordon at St James’ Park on Saturday night. Eddie Howe’s men secured the well-deserved 1-0 victory against Manchester United, after raining terror on the Red Devils defense. Anthony Gordon scored the match’s only goal – Getty image Gordon who made good timing in the 55th minute, slotted in a fine finish from a cross by Kieran Trippier, after several attempts by the home side. Despite Newcastle’s dominance and securing all three points, they hit a brick wall with the defensive combination of Harry Maguire and Luke Shaw, who prevented them from scoring more. Onana who has faced criticism recently, was also on top of his game in the clash, making some clinical saves, although gasped at some point.

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Anthony Taylor set for Premier League return after being “demoted” to Championship

English football referee Anthony Taylor is reportedly being recalled after he was recently “demoted” to the Championship. Taylor is undeniably, one of the most controversial on-pitch officials in the Premier League, with years of experience. He was assigned to a Championship match last weekend between Preston North End and Coventry City, and was widely regarded as being “demoted”. However, reports now suggest that Taylor will be back in the top flight league this weekend as he oversees the high-profile match between Chelsea and Manchester City on Sunday.

Match officiating referee Anthony Taylor – Getty image As usual, Taylor’s stint in the Championship was not without controversy, as he awarded Preston North End a penalty during the match, a decision that sparked reactions. Some fans criticized his decision, claiming that there was minimal contact that led to the penalty, which contributed to Preston’s 3-2 home victory. Meanwhile, Chelsea, fresh off a 4-1 win against Tottenham that ended their London rivals’ unbeaten streak, will host Manchester City, who currently lead the Premier League table this coming weekend.

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Two Nigerians, Anthony Joshua and Giannis feature on 50 highest-paid athletes in the world

Two Nigerians namely Anthony Joshua and Giannis Antetokounmpo have been named on the 2023 Forbes list of highest-paid athletes in the world. The British professional boxer, Joshua made no. 28 on the list of highest-paid athletes in the world with total earnings of N53M while the basketball star, Giannis is no. 11 with total earnings of $87.6M.

Trending:Another Nigerian lady set to break Guinness World Record as she begins counting of rice grains (Video) Highlight on Giannis Antetokounmpo’s career In December 2020, Antetokounmpo agreed to a supermax extension with the Bucks worth $228 million for five years, allowing him to opt out after the fourth year.

Antetokounmpo achieved the NBA’s MVP title for both the 2018-19 and 2019-20 seasons, in addition to being named the defensive player of the year for the latter season. The first MVP recognition led to substantial bonuses from sponsors like Nike, who renewed their contract with the Greek Freak in 2017. Nike launched the Zoom Freak 1 in 2019, marking the largest initial release of a signature shoe in Nike basketball history. In 2020, Disney secured the rights to create a film based on Antetokounmpo’s life, similar to “The Blind Side.” The movie, titled “Rise,” premiered on Disney+ in June 2022. He is sponsored by the following brands: Amazon, Breitling, Come Ready Foods LLC, Epic Games, Google, JBL, Meta, Nike, and Unilever. Highlight of Anthony Joshua’s career Joshua achieved an undefeated streak of 22 professional victories and held the world heavyweight championship from 2016 to 2019, until a remarkable defeat at the hands of Andy Ruiz Jr.

Later in 2019, the British fighter successfully redeemed himself with a unanimous decision, avenging his previous loss. However, Joshua faced two losses against Oleksandr Usyk in 2021 and 2022. Nonetheless, he regained his momentum with a victory over Jermaine Franklin in April 2023. Joshua boasts an extensive social media presence, amassing a staggering 26 million followers across platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. He is sponsored by the following brands: Audemars Piguet, DAZN, and Under Armour.

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“I wish I could have knocked him out” — Anthony Joshua reveals after beating Jermaine Franklin

Nigerian-British boxer, Anthony Joshua achieved victory against his American opponent Jermaine Franklin in a crucial fight held in London on Saturday, April 1, 2023.

The fight was anticipated to determine Joshua’s future in boxing, and he had pledged to retire from the sport if he lost. In a unanimous points decision, three judges scored the bout 118-111, 117-111, and 117-111 in Joshua’s favour. This was Joshua’s first fight since losing to Oleksandr Usyk in their rematch in August of last year. Although he didn’t deliver a knockout blow against Franklin, Joshua now holds a record of 25 wins in 27 fights. Speaking to DAZN after the fight, he said, “It was important to win. Jermaine has a good duck and dive style, somebody else from Britain will probably knock him out; respect to him, he did well. I should have knocked him out but it is done. On to the next. He is here to prove himself, not roll over. I wish I could have knocked him out.”

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“I am not a Yoruba man” — Labour Party’s Anthony Chinasa-Abiola clarifies following win in Abia

Anthony Chinasa-Abiola, the elected Labour Party candidate in Abia state’s House of Assembly, denies rumours that he is of Yoruba descent.

Despite the “Abiola” name in his title, there have been assumptions that he comes from the Yoruba ethnic group during the controversy that trailed the Lagos Labour Party candidate. In a TVC interview, Chinasa explained that he simply adopted the name Abiola to show support for Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, the Labour Party candidate in Lagos. According to him, the name Abiola is just a “nickname” or “guy name” that he employed. He, however, noted that he did not debunk it until now because he wanted the viral reaction to favour GRV. Watch the video below …

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Everton confirms Anthony Gordon’s move to Newcastle in blunt 64-word statement

Anthony Gordon has completed a £45million move to Newcastle as confirmed by Everton in a blunt 64-word statement.

Speaking to NUFC after signing his transfer papers, Gordon said he has always known that Newcastle is the next stop for him since they expressed interest in him. He said; “Since I heard of the interest, I was always convinced Newcastle were for me. I think the fan base and the city really suits me as a person, the way the team are playing under the gaffer at the minute really suits me, and the club just look like they’re heading in the right direction. “I feel like it’s a really big step. People haven’t seen what I’m capable of yet. I think under the gaffer, and the way the club’s going, I can really excel here.”

Newcastle’s coach, Eddie Howe also said; “I’m delighted to sign Anthony – he’s a top, top talent. “I’m really excited to work with him, to develop him, and I’m looking forward to seeing what he can do in a Newcastle shirt.” Everton, who are firmly in the relegation zone and are staring down the barrel of losing their Premier League status for the first time ever, seemed unimpressed with the transfer.

The club said in a statement; “Anthony Gordon has joined Newcastle United for an undisclosed fee. The 21-year-old forward leaves Everton after having submitted a formal transfer request. “Gordon joined the Club’s Academy at the age of 11 and made his senior debut as a 16-year-old in a Europa League tie in December 2017. He went on to make 78 First-Team appearances, scoring seven goals.”

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Former Arsenal and Celtic striker Anthony Stokes arrested over possession of cocaine

Former Irish footballer, Anthony Stokes has been arrested and detained in Dublin after a short car chase following the discovery of £4000 worth of cocaine in his possession.

Stokes who failed to score in his 9 international appearances for Republic of Ireland during his career, sped off with a passenger in his car before being apprehended. The vehicle was targeted in what the Irish police described as ‘an intelligence-led operation’.
An Irish police spokesperson told MailOnline;

“Gardai arrested two men (aged in their 30s) in the early hours of Friday morning in relation to incidents of dangerous driving in Dublin 12. A quantity of drugs was also recovered from the vehicle.

“Both men were detained in Crumlin Garda Station under Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act, 1984 and have been charged in relation to this.

“They have since been bailed and are due to appear before court at a later date.”

Stokes came through Arsenal’s academy, making one appearance for them in the League Cup before leaving permanently for Sunderland in 2006. He is best known for his time at Celtic where he grabbed 76 goals in 191 appearances before leaving at the start of the 2015/16 season.

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