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Nigerian Fans React As Chelsea Sack Thomas Tuchel

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3 years ago

September 7, 2022

Nigerian football fans took to social media on Wednesday to decry the shocking sack of Chelsea’s manager, Thomas Tuchel.

The PUNCH reports that Chelsea Football Club parted company with Tuchel.

This is coming barely 24 hours after the Blues suffered a shocking 1-0 defeat in Tuesday’s Champions League opening match.

This was revealed in a statement issued by the club on its website.

The Premier League team said Chelsea’s coaching staff would take charge of the team for training and the preparation for upcoming matches.

“As the new ownership group reaches 100 days since taking over the Club, and as it continues its hard work to take the club forward, the new owners believe it is the right time to make this transition.

“Chelsea’s coaching staff will take charge of the team for training and the preparation of our upcoming matches as the Club moves swiftly to appoint a new head coach,” the statement read in part.

Reacting to the development, some Nigerian football fans took to the micro-blogging site, Twitter, to share their opinions on what the future holds for the Premier League club.

Sports journalist @PoojaMedia wrote, “Chelsea’s new owners SACKED Thomas Tuchel after losing in the Champions League. Brutal or maybe they never liked his face & results helped them to make the decision fast.

“Tuchel got the sack letter through mail in the bus on their way to the airport. From Croatia to Germany. Boehly no nice 🤣”

Another sports journalist, Oma Akatugba, @omaakatugba wrote, “Just landed in Rome and the first thing I see is that Chelsea have sacked Tuchel. Bloody hell. Football is a jungle.”

@4EyedLiwa said, “All said and done, with over 60% win ration in 100 matches, Thomas Tuchel’s era was a successful one at Chelsea.”

@_AsiwajuLerry wrote, “Dear Chelsea, the way you sack Thomas Tuchel is the same way you should send Kai Havertz out of my Club. They were both living on Champions League tax and you cannot sack one then leave one behind.

@Letter_to_Jack said, The new manager may not subscribe to Tuchel’s ideology and as such may not fancy some of the new players he bought. This does not end well for Chelsea.

@Mbahdeyforyou wrote, “Chelsea heart dey very cold imagine sacking Thomas Tuchel 😂”

@UtdEllis wrote, “The way Tuchel dealt with the Abramovic situation was absolutely incredible there was even more pressure on Chelsea as a football club then & they still came out of it okay because of him & then they go and sack him because of a few poor results LOl what a stupid football club. Graham Potter is a great manager but he’s not ready to manage a club the size of Chelsea.”

@gyaigyimii said, “😂Tuchel keeps repeating the same mistakes and expects different results.”

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JUST IN: Cristiano Ronaldo Confirms Al Nassr’s Stay, To Sign New Deal

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18 hours ago

June 9, 2025

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Portugal striker Cristiano Ronaldo is ready to extend his stay with Saudi pro side Al Nassr and is even ready to sign a new deal.

According to Fabrizio Romano’s post on X on Monday, the Portuguese have dismissed rumours of leaving Al Nassr.

The post read, “Cristiano Ronaldo confirms plan to stay at Al Nassr by signing a new deal.

“My future? Basically, nothing is gonna change. Staying at Al Nassr? Yea.”

Recall that the 40-year-old on Sunday helped his national team to secure the Nation’s League for the second time four years after the Nation’s League was unveiled.

Ronaldo, who joined Al Nassr in December 2022 on a record-breaking deal, has played a transformative role both on and off the pitch.

His arrival marked a turning point for Saudi football, drawing global attention to the Saudi Pro League and triggering a wave of high-profile signings across the league.

During his time at Al Nassr so far, Ronaldo has delivered impressive performances, scoring consistently and helping the club remain competitive at the top level. His presence has not only boosted the club’s visibility but also played a key role in the league’s growing popularity worldwide.

The announcement of his continued stay is seen as a significant boost for Al Nassr and the Saudi Pro League as a whole. It also signals Ronaldo’s long-term commitment to the ambitious football project unfolding in the region.

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Brazil Star, Neymar Tests Positive For COVID-19

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1 day ago

June 8, 2025

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Brazil forward Neymar has been sidelined after testing positive for COVID-19, Santos announced in a statement cited by Brazilian media.

The 33-year-old began showing symptoms on Thursday and was immediately withdrawn from all team activities. Medical tests later confirmed the viral infection, the Brazil Serie A club said on Saturday.

Santos did not specify how long Neymar will be out of action and did not respond immediately to a Reuters request for comment.

Neymar is already set to miss Thursday’s league match at Fortaleza due to suspension.

That Fortaleza game will be Santos’ final fixture before the Brazilian league pauses for the Club World Cup in the United States, scheduled from June 14 to July 13.

The former Barcelona forward’s future with Santos remains uncertain as his contract expires on June 30.

Limited by injury, Neymar has made 12 appearances across all competitions this season, tallying three goals and three assists.

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Osimhen Rejects Al Hilal 5th Offer, Wants To Stay In Europe

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1 day ago

June 8, 2025

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Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has officially turned down a fifth offer from Saudi Arabian giants Al Hilal, reaffirming his desire to remain in Europe.

In a post shared via X (formerly Twitter) handle, journalist Buchi Laba. Laba revealed that Osimhen has shut the door on any potential move to Saudi Arabia, regardless of the financial incentives.

“Victor Osimhen officially rejects Al Hilal 5th offer,” Laba wrote. “He has decided to not move there no matter the money offered. Case closed.”

Osimhen, who has been a subject of transfer speculation in recent months, appears to be in no rush to make a decision about his next move.

Sources close to the player suggest that his main priority is to continue his career in Europe, where he feels more competitively challenged.

“Main priority is to stay back in Europe,” Laba added, noting that “a top Italian club [is] very interested and other European clubs” are also keeping tabs on the Nigerian forward.

The 26-year-old Napoli star has been linked with several clubs across Europe, including teams in the Premier League and Serie A.

However, he is reportedly taking his time to evaluate the best sporting project before making his next move.

Osimhen was instrumental in Napoli’s Serie A title win in the 2022/23 season and also helped Galatasaray to a domestic double during his loan spell in Turkey last season.