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Man City striker Gabriel Jesus finally explains his goal celebration that got the internet talking

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Last Weekend, new Man City striker Gabriel Jesus scored against Swansea city, in that match alone he scored two goals, but after scoring, he celebrated his goal by pretending to be making a phone call. His goal celebration got soccer lovers on the internet talking, with many wondering why he engaged in such a celebration.

Barcelona vs Atletico: Preview, time, predictions

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Barcelona will face Atletico Madrid in the second leg of the Copa Del Rey semi-final without the suspended Neymar. Barcelona are looking to make it consecutive final appearances having won the competition last year. Barcelona are chasing a Copa Del Rey final place Barca won the first leg 2-1 at the Vicente Calderon, with Neymar shown his third yellow card of the competition. Atletico midfielder and captain Gabi is banned too.

Frank Lampard enjoys post-retirement dinner with his wife and daughter (photo)

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Former Chelsea midfielder, and English football legend, Frank Lampard took to his Instagram page to share a photo of him having dinner with his wife, Christine, and his daughter, hours after announcing his retirement from professional football on Instagram.

Didier Drogba to retire, set to become Chelsea coach

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- Didier Drogba reveals he rejected move to Brazilian side Corinthians - The Ivorian is looking to join former club Chelsea as a first team coach Former Chelsea striker Didier Drogba says he has rejected a move to Corinthians with reports saying he did so because he is set for a coaching role with the Blues. According to reports in Brazil, the Blues legend is bidding for a coaching role in west London. Drogba will soon announce his retirement The Ivorian striker, 38, has been linked with Brazilian club Corinthians in recent days and he was believed to be close to signing a deal with Drogba-Corinthians shirts even going on sale.

Frank Lampard deserves to be greatest goal scoring midfielder ever

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Chelsea legend Frank Lampard has announced his retirement from football at the age of 38 and after 21 years ad a professional. During his best years at Chelsea he was regarded as one of the best midfielders in the world who had a knack for scoring long range efforts. Frank Lampard However the number of goals he scored stands him out not only as a Chelsea legend but also as one of the all time greats.

Barcelona legend Ronaldinho returns to the club as an ambassador

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Spanish giants Barcelona have confirmed that the club's legend Ronaldinho will make a return to the club as an ambassador. Ronaldinho who was known for his superb dribbling skills when playing active football spent five years at Barcelona which was baptized with lots of success. Former Barcelona star Ronaldinho The Brazilian played 207 games for the Catalans between 2003 and 2008, scoring 94 goals and winning the 2005-2006 Champions League as well as back-to-back La Liga titles. Barcelona said in a statement that the club have reached an agreement with 36-year-old to become an ambassador and also representing the club in many activities.

Alex Iwobi describes Arsenal loss to Watford 'disappointing' as he marks his 50th appearance with a goal

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Super Eagles of Nigeria and Arsenal FC star, Alex Iwobi, has taken to Twitter to describe Gunners loss to Watford 'Disappointing' . But was happy to have marked his 50th appearance with a goal. Tuesday, January 31, 2017,  the game between Arsenal vs Watford saw Younes Kaboul and Troy

#BBNaija: Day 10 – All hail Igwe Efe, There’s an advantage card + Soma & Gifty get Cosy

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Did you watch day 10 of the Big Brother Naija reality show? If you missed it, we’ve got the highlights for you! .. Healthy Competition? With Bassey ‘s introduction into the House, Kemen now has a rival for being the resident muscle man in the house. Kemen has so far been flexing and exercising his way through the days, helping as many of his fellow housemates with their exercise regimes. Sunday’s introduction of Debie-Rise and Bassey brought a whole new dimension into the house’s dynamics and in so doing, brought Kemen his main rival. The two had been good-naturedly duking it out to show their peers and Nigeria who was the strongest between the two of them. This morning being the most obvious as the two musclemen decided to power lift their fellow housemates in front of the mirror and their new friends in the upstairs bedroom. Kemen and Bassey took turns in hoisting Soma, ThinTallTony, and Bally.

44 year old Essam El Hadary’s save sends Egypt to #AFCON2017 Final

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Essam Kamal Tawfik El Hadary of Egypt celebrates victory during the African Nations Cup Semi Final match between Burkina Faso and Egypt at Stade de L’Amitie on February 1, 2017 in Libreville, Gabon.

Paul Pogba drives N33m Audi to training

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Manchester United star Paul Pogba is known to be good footballer, a wonderful dancer and a lover of outrageous hairstyles. However little do many know Pogba loves his cars. Paul Pogba The Frenchman was spotted driving his customised Audi to Carrington but it's getting media attention for all the wrong reasons.

Odion Ighalo Joins Mikel Obi in Chinese Super League, to earn £200,000 per week

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Super Eagles of Nigeria striker,  Odion Ighalo, has become the latest ex- Premier League star to make a big-money move to Chinese Super League after completing his transfer to Changchun Yatai, yesterday, January 31, 2017.

WWE Superstar John Cena will be Hosting the Nickelodeon 2017 Kids Choice Awards

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WWE superstar, actor and Tv host John Cena  is set to host the Nickelodeon’s 2017 Kids’ Choice Awards , airing across Africa on  Nickelodeon (DStv channel 305) and NickToons (DStv channel 308) on Wednesday 15 March 2017 at 2:40PM ..

Notice anything wrong about this Cristiano Ronaldo's team photo?

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'This is probably the worst I've felt'- Victor Anichebe says, after getting over 3 months injury

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Sunderland and Super Eagles of Nigeria striker, Victor Anichebe has revealed that he'll do everything within his means to come back from his travails, after suffering from a knee ligament injury that'll keep him out of playing for at least the next three months.

'I have rejected big money offers in China, but won't criticize those players who go there'-Jose Mourinho reveals

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Man U coach Jose Mourinho has revealed he snubbed big money at Chinese Super League clubs to remain at Manchester United, but he won't criticize players who decide to leave top European clubs to join Chinese clubs due to their high wages. Big name players like Carlos Tevez, Obafemi Martins, Oscar, Ramires and most recently John Mikel Obi have snubbed European football for high earning sums at China, but Mourinho believes everyone's choice should be respected.

#AusOpen: Roger Federer Clinches 18th Grand Slam title, his first in 5 years

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MELBOURNE, VIC – JANUARY 29: Roger Federer of Switzerland pose for photos after winning the Mens Singles Final of the 2017 Australian Open on January 29, 2017, at Melbourne Park Tennis Centre in Melbourne, Australia.

See the latest bizarre dress of Manchester United star Paul Pogba

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Born on 15 March 1993, French footballer Paul Pogba is one of the finest midfielders in the world and he currently plays for Premier League giants Manchester United. Manchester United star Paul Pogba Pogba has exemplified many characters since he completed a mega move of £89 million from Italian club Juventus to Manchester United.

See the state of the waterlogged pitch at AFCON game between Mali and Uganda

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Mali and Uganda played out a 1-1 stalemate at the ongoing AFCON which saw both sides eliminated from the tournament. The playing surface made for a stop-start game as the waterlogged pitch meant the players couldn't go about their business hitch-free. More photos after the cut..

Wenger tells Granit Xhaka to quit getting into tackles following the player's latest red card

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If he wasn't such an asset on the pitch, Granit Xhaka will be viewed as a liability no thanks to his disciplinary record. The player was sent off in Arsenal's game against Burnley on Sunday after picking up a straight red card for a bad tackle, the second time this season he has been sent off. The 24yr old Swiss international has struggled with disciplinary problems throughout his career, he has picked up eight red cards for club and country since 2014. Wenger said:

Odion Ighalo and Isaac Success under threat as Watford sign new strikers

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These are not the best of times for the Nigerian duo of Odion Ighalo and Isaac Success who ply their trade for Watford in the English Premier League. While the goals have dried up for Ighalo, Success can't even get in the team. Their futures at the club have come under renewed threat as Watford has been very busy in the January transfer window.