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Dele-Bashiru happy to open Lazio account

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3 weeks ago

September 27, 2024

Super Eagles midfielder, Fisayo Dele-Bashiru, has expressed his delight after scoring his first goal for Lazio following his summer loan transfer from Turkish Süper Lig club Hatayspor, our correspondent reports.

Dele-Bashiru scored a goal and provided an assist as the Italian side thrashed Dynamo Kyiv 3-0 in a UEFA Europa League game at Volksparkstadion on Wednesday night.

The Manchester City youth product shared his excitement after he found the back of the net in his fourth appearance for Lazio.

“I’m very happy for the goal and for having scored in front of our fans,” he told the Lazio Style Channel.

“It was important to start well, and I’m happy with my understanding on the pitch with Boulaye Dia. I feel happy in this team; I have a great relationship with everyone; everyone helps me to settle in, and I’m getting better and better.

“I scored a beautiful goal!

“Of course I’m happy. Before the match, I had faith in myself and in the team. I think I did my job; the goal and the assist made me even happier. It wasn’t easy to adapt to the new team; my teammates and the coach are helping me. It’s not easy, but I’m getting there.”

Also speaking after the victory, Lazio Manager Baroni requested more from the Nigerian while emphasising the areas that he needed to improve on.

“Dele-Bashiru is a player who needs to be built, in the sense that he needs to have more tactical thinking and fill the game. When he finds this, he becomes a great modern midfielder,” he said, as quoted by the Italian media outlet Fanta Master.

Up next for Dele-Bashiru and his Lazio teammates is a trip to Stadio Olimpico Grande, where they take on Torino in matchday 6 of the 2024/25 Serie A game on Sunday.

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CAF Confirms Morocco as Host for 2024 Women’s Champions League

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7 hours ago

October 16, 2024

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The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially designated Morocco as the host for the 2024 CAF Women’s Champions League finals. The tournament will take place from November 9 to November 23, as announced on CAF’s official website.

Morocco previously hosted the last edition of this prestigious competition. Among the eight teams competing this year is Nigeria’s champions, Edo Queens. The current title holders are Mamelodi Sundowns from South Africa.

The tournament offers significant financial incentives, with winners receiving $400,000 and runners-up taking home $250,000.

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Messi Matches Ronaldo’s Record with Hat-Trick Against Bolivia

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7 hours ago

October 16, 2024

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Argentina captain Lionel Messi has equaled Cristiano Ronaldo’s record of 10 international hat-tricks after scoring three times in a dominant 6-0 victory against Bolivia in a 2026 World Cup qualifier.

In addition to his goals, the 37-year-old forward also provided two assists, showcasing his playmaking abilities. With this win, Argentina solidifies its position in the South American qualifiers, currently leading the table three points ahead of second-placed Colombia and six points clear of their arch-rivals Brazil.

On the same evening, Ronaldo’s Portugal faced Scotland in the UEFA Nations League but was held to a frustrating 0-0 draw, leaving the superstar visibly upset post-match.

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Mourinho Targets Barcelona’s Ansu Fati for January Transfer to Fenerbahce

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October 16, 2024

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Fenerbahce manager, Jose Mourinho, is reportedly planning a January transfer move for Barcelona forward Ansu Fati. After spending last season on loan at Brighton in the Premier League, Fati, now 21, returned to Barcelona but has struggled for game time under new coach Hansi Flick.

Once considered a potential successor to Lionel Messi, Fati’s limited opportunities at Barça have fueled speculation about a possible departure. According to *AS*, Mourinho is keen to bring the Spain international to the Turkish league, offering him the chance for regular football at Fenerbahce.

Fenerbahce’s sporting director, Mario Branco, is expected to initiate discussions with Fati’s representatives soon, confident that the promise of consistent playing time will help secure the forward’s move.