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VIDEO: Moment NBA Star, Giannis Buys Own Jersey At Lagos Market

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2 years ago

January 17, 2024

In a trending video, Greek-Nigerian professional basketball player, Giannis Antetokounmpo is seen buying the counterfeit of his jersey at Balogun Market in Lagos during his 2023 visit to Nigeria.

The experience was shared in recently released WhatsApp short documentary titled “Ugo: A Homecoming Story,” that went viral on Wednesday.

The clip captures the moment Giannis visited Balogun market and negotiated for his fake jersey.The basketball player spotted his counterfeit jersey for sale while traveling with his entourage.

Exiting his car, Giannis bargained for the jersey with the trader, who was unaware of his identity.Giannis recalled, “The guy giving me the jersey had no idea who I was.

“He knew Giannis Antetokounmpo but didn’t recognise it was me he was selling the jersey to. That was an even crazier experience.”

In 2023, Giannis Antetokounmpo, raised in Greece, made his first visit to Nigeria alongside his mother, Veronica Antetokounmpo.

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VIDEO: Moment NBA Star, Giannis Buys Own Jersey At Lagos Market
In a trending video, Greek-Nigerian professional basketball player, Giannis Antetokounmpo is seen buying the
counterfeit of his jersey at Balogun Market in Lagos during his 2023 visit to Nigeria.
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EPL: Berbatov Names Team That Can ‘Surprise’ Arsenal In Title Race

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1 day ago

November 25, 2025

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Former Manchester United striker, Dimitar Berbatov, has named the team that could “surprise” Arsenal in the Premier League title race.

The Gunners are now six points clear of second-placed Chelsea, thanks to their 4-1 demolition of Tottenham on Sunday.

Mikel Arteta’s men could extend that lead to nine points, when they travel to face the Blues this weekend.

Berbatov has now said he expects Arsenal to be “really tested” over the hectic festive period and says their title credentials will become clearer in the New Year.

“Of course Liverpool are low in the table and Man City are dropping points, but there are other teams like Chelsea who can surprise people,” Berbatov told ESPN.

“Six points is a good cushion but in the Premier League it’s nothing and can go very quickly.”

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Champions League: Arteta Gives Arsenal Injury Updates Ahead Bayern Munich Clash

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November 25, 2025

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Arsenal manager, Mikel Arteta, has given injury updates on his squad ahead of Wednesday night’s Champions League clash with Bayern Munich.

The Gunners have won their first four matches in the competition without conceding a single goal.

Arteta’s men will be looking to continue their perfect start with a win over Bayern at the Emirates.

Arsenal could have captain Martin Odegaard back for the game, alongside Gabriel Martinelli and Noni Madueke.

“Yeah they are [Madueke and Martinelli in contenton to start] and we’re going to have a meeting now to decide on Martin [Odegaard],” Arteta told reporters today.

“He was very close for the previous game.

“We are confident he can be in the squad as well.”