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Disasi Stands Out As Man Of The Match In Chelsea vs. Man City Clash, Says Carragher
Disasi Stands Out As Man Of The Match In Chelsea vs. Man City Clash, Says Carragher....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
In the thrilling encounter between Chelsea and Manchester City, Jamie Carragher, a renowned figure in football punditry, lauded Axel Disasi’s exceptional defensive prowess during the match…..READ ALSO
The contest ended in a 1-1 draw, with Disasi emerging as a standout performer in Chelsea’s defensive line.
Carragher, a former Liverpool legend turned analyst, compared Disasi’s performance to that of Chelsea’s defensive icon, John Terry. He highlighted the 25-year-old’s remarkable display, emphasizing his defensive solidity and contribution to the team’s resilience against Manchester City’s formidable attacking lineup.
Throughout the game, Disasi exhibited traits reminiscent of Terry’s legendary defensive style, making an impressive 16 clearances and three crucial blocks. Additionally, he showcased his aerial dominance by winning all four of his aerial duels, thwarting numerous attacking threats from the opposition.
Speaking on Sky Sports, Carragher expressed his admiration for Disasi’s performance, labeling it as one of the best defensive displays of the season. He praised Disasi for his unwavering commitment, evident in his willingness to throw himself into challenges and sacrifice for the team’s cause.
In Carragher’s assessment, Disasi rightfully earned the title of Man of the Match, overshadowing even the most illustrious players on the pitch with his exceptional contribution to Chelsea’s defensive solidity. The praise from Carragher serves as a testament to Disasi’s outstanding defensive masterclass and his growing stature in the world of football.
Despite the closure of the summer transfer window, a prominent group of elite footballers remains unattached and eligible to sign with new teams as free agents. The current market features several high-profile names across various positions:....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Paul Pogba, 33: The French midfielder entered the free-agent pool after Monaco terminated his contract a year early following a stint hindered by injuries and an 18-month doping ban.
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Karim Benzema, 38: The Ballon d’Or winner parted ways with Al-Hilal on August 31 after the Saudi club heavily reinforced its attacking options.
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Riyad Mahrez, 35: The former Manchester City and Al-Ahli winger is currently unattached, with reports linking him to a potential move to Al-Shabab.
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Raheem Sterling, 31: The former Liverpool, Manchester City, and Chelsea winger is searching for a new club following a brief three-month spell with Feyenoord, alongside upcoming legal proceedings.
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Jadon Sancho, 26: The winger concluded an underwhelming and turbulent period at Manchester United, drawing potential interest from former club Borussia Dortmund.
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Dani Carvajal, 34: The veteran right-back left Real Madrid in June after a decorated 13-year career with the Spanish club.
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Jamie Vardy, 39: Following Cremonese’s relegation to Serie B, the former Leicester City striker is considering a return to English football with interest from clubs like Wrexham, Sheffield Wednesday, and West Ham.
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David Alaba, 34: The former Bayern Munich and Real Madrid defender remains a free agent after leaving Spain in May, having previously attracted attention from Manchester United.
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Sergio Ramos, 40: The veteran defender has been unattached since leaving Mexican side Monterrey in December 2025 and aims to continue his playing career.
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Other Notable Free Agents: The market also features players such as Philippe Coutinho, Jordan Ayew, Dele Alli, Joselu, Anthony Martial, Conor Coady, Wilfried Zaha, James Rodriguez, Tyrell Malacia, Oleksandr Zinchenko, Solly March, Georginio Wijnaldum, and Yves Bissouma.
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Nigeria’s U-20 women’s national team, the Falconets, are fully prepared for their high-stakes Group F opening match against Spain at the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup, according to head coach Moses Aduku. The tournament opener is scheduled to take place in Sosnowiec, Poland, on Monday, September 7. This readiness comes on the heels of a rigorous preparatory phase that included two competitive warm-up matches on Polish soil.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The Falconets wrapped up their friendlies with a 1-1 draw against the Korea Republic on a Tuesday afternoon, which closely followed an impressive 1-0 victory over tournament hosts Poland in Brzeg the previous Friday. Reflecting on these pre-tournament fixtures, Coach Aduku expressed deep satisfaction with his squad’s overall performance and delivered positive news regarding the team’s fitness, confirming that there are no active injury concerns within the camp as they approach the global stage.
Addressing the NFF media, Aduku stated that the team has successfully completed its friendly fixtures and is in a strong position, declaring that the girls are fully prepared and eagerly awaiting the September 7 showdown against Spain. While noting that the Falconets missed a few crucial scoring opportunities that could have converted their draw against the Korea Republic into a win, he commended the Korean side for presenting a robust and formidable challenge right before the World Cup. With the developmental phase of their camp concluded, the Falconets have shifted their full concentration toward the Spanish side, adopting a disciplined, match-by-match strategy for the tournament. Aduku reiterated this focused mentality, emphasizing that their primary objective in Poland is to take each hurdle as it comes, starting entirely with their complete readiness to face Spain.
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The Outrageous Truth: Police Say Protecting Abuja Streets From Roaming Cows Is NOT Their Job!.
During a joint security spokespersons’ briefing on Tuesday, Nigeria Police Force spokesperson CSP Ani Iniedu stated that managing and controlling roaming cattle within the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) falls outside the core mandate of the police. Iniedu clarified that animal control responsibilities belong to the relevant environmental ministries or departments rather than law enforcement agencies. He noted that police involvement is strictly triggered when a criminal offence occurs, such as when cattle cause property damage or commit a trespass, requiring formal complaints to be lodged at the nearest police station for immediate investigation. However, he emphasized that actively searching for or rounding up stray cows is not a police duty.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
This official clarification addresses ongoing public unease regarding stray cattle wandering across major Abuja thoroughfares, which has sparked widespread concerns over traffic disruptions, public safety, and infrastructure damage. The discussion follows recent comments by FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, who during his monthly media interaction tendered an apology and assumed full responsibility for the persistent presence of livestock on the city’s streets, acknowledging that cattle continue to roam despite ongoing interventions by the FCT Administration.
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