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Mbappé Delivers on the Big Stage as Real Madrid Conquer Club World Cup

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Kylian Mbappé found the back of the net as the French star continued his comeback, contributing to Real Madrid’s 3-2 victory over Dortmund.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Kylian Mbappé’s stunning bicycle kick capped a dramatic second-half stoppage time that saw three goals scored, as Real Madrid edged Borussia Dortmund 3-2 in a thrilling Club World Cup quarterfinal clash.

The late flurry of goals wasn’t the only excitement. Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois made a spectacular fingertip save in the dying seconds to deny Dortmund a last-gasp equaliser.

Madrid had taken early control of the match with goals from Gonzalo García and Fran García in the 10th and 20th minutes, giving them a 2-0 cushion.

Dortmund’s Maximilian Beier sparked hope for a comeback with a goal three minutes into stoppage time. But Mbappé, who was subbed on in the 67th minute, restored the two-goal advantage just a minute later with a breathtaking overhead finish.

The drama continued as Serhou Guirassy converted a penalty in the eighth minute of added time after being fouled by Dean Huijsen, who was shown a red card and is now suspended for the semifinals.

Courtois, using every inch of his 200cm (6ft 7in) frame, then made a crucial save to push away Marcel Sabitzer’s shot just before the final whistle.

With the victory, Real Madrid moves on to face UEFA Champions League winners Paris Saint-Germain in the semifinals on Wednesday. Chelsea will take on Brazilian side Fluminense the day before.

On a hot afternoon with temperatures reaching 30°C (86°F), Gonzalo García opened the scoring early, followed by Fran García’s strike ten minutes later. García, just 21 and with limited La Liga experience over the past two seasons, was preferred in the starting lineup by new manager Xabi Alonso over Mbappé, who is still recovering full fitness after a bout of acute gastroenteritis.

García’s goal tally now stands at four, tying him for the tournament’s top scorer alongside Benfica’s Ángel Di María and Al Hilal’s Marcos Leonardo.

Mbappé replaced Jude Bellingham, who missed the chance to face his brother, Jobe Bellingham, due to suspension for card accumulation.

Madrid had previously defeated Dortmund 2-0 in the 2024 Champions League final and staged a comeback from 2-0 down to win 5-2 in this season’s league phase. Los Blancos were eventually knocked out by Arsenal in this year’s Champions League quarterfinals.

The Spanish giants have now won five consecutive games against Dortmund and are unbeaten in their last seven meetings, dating back to a 2014 Champions League quarterfinal defeat.

American midfielder Gio Reyna remained on the bench for the entire match, ending his tournament with only a 13-minute appearance across five games.

The high-stakes encounter drew a crowd of 76,611 to MetLife Stadium, which will host the 2026 World Cup final. While most seats were filled, the stadium’s suite level on one side remained entirely vacant.

A moment of silence was observed before kickoff in honor of Liverpool’s Diogo Jota and his brother, André Silva of Penafiel, who tragically died in a car accident on Thursday.

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‘Kwankwaso Is More Experienced Than Peter Obi’ – Buhari’s Ex-Aide Declares.

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Ahmad made the assertion in a post on his X handle, maintaining that Kwankwaso’s decision to accept the position of running mate should be seen as an act of political modesty rather than an indication that he is less qualified than Obi.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

According to the former presidential aide, the relationship between the two politicians should be viewed as one of equals rather than that of a superior and a subordinate.

“To be entirely candid, the political dynamic between Rabiu Kwankwaso and Peter Obi ought to be characterised as one of collegiality between peers, rather than a hierarchy of principal and subordinate,” he wrote.

He added, “The choice to assume a deputy role beneath Obi ought to be interpreted as a testament to political modesty.”

Making a case for Kwankwaso’s political experience, Ahmad recalled that the former Kano State governor served as Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives before Obi became a prominent figure in national politics.

He also noted that Kwankwaso governed Kano State, which he described as Nigeria’s most populous and politically influential state, for two terms and served as a federal minister.

“If we are assessing political experience, Sen. Kwankwaso probably has a longer and more impressive political background than Peter Obi,” Ahmad stated.

In contrast, the former presidential aide argued that Obi’s major public office experience was limited to his tenure as governor of Anambra State.

“Unlike other candidates, Peter Obi was just a former governor of Anambra State,” he wrote.

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‘I Have Stopped Impregnating Women’ – 2Baba Makes Shocking Revelation.

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Nigerian music star Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, has declared that he no longer impregnates women.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The singer made the statement on Saturday during a live performance at Rehab Lounge in Calgary, Canada.

While performing his hit song True Love, 2Baba paused to interact with the audience and playfully asked the women present to identify where his true love was.

He jokingly wondered whether she was standing at the back of the venue or somewhere in front of him before making a remark about his experiences with women.

The award-winning musician told the audience that he had stopped getting women pregnant, adding that he had been making the same confession wherever he performed recently.

He said, “For the purpose of this show, I will pretend like I’ve never seen anything before. Where’s my true love? Is she back there? Is she right here? Is she somewhere here? Where’s my true love? You people shouldn’t put out me for trouble.

“As I said, some ladies they fear to shout. See, everywhere I go these days, I make this confession. As I say, some ladies they fear to shout. I say, I don’t fear to shout. Because I don’t stop to dey give woman belle. Ask anyone, they’ll tell you, I don’t do such thing things again.”

The singer’s comment comes amid public interest in his personal life and relationships.

2Baba was previously married to Nollywood actress Annie Macaulay-Idibia. The couple announced their separation in January 2025 after having two children together.

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NPFL Cracks Down! Abia Warriors, Katsina United, Warri Wolves Hit With Sanctions.

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Abia Warriors were fined ₦3.2 million for failing to provide adequate security as agreed during the pre-match technical meeting ahead of their encounter with Niger Tornadoes.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Abia Warriors were fined ₦3.2 million for failing to provide adequate security as agreed during the pre-match technical meeting ahead of their encounter with Niger Tornadoes.

The Umuahia-based club was also found guilty of an attempt by one of its officials to disrupt the live broadcast of the match by harassing a crew member of the league’s broadcast partner.

As part of the disciplinary measures, Abia Warriors’ multimedia officer, Chidera Favour Igwe, has been suspended from all NPFL match activities for five matches.

Katsina United, meanwhile, were fined ₦2 million for failing to provide adequate and effective security during their home fixture against Plateau United.

The club was also sanctioned for allowing supporters to encroach onto the field of play during the encounter.

Warri Wolves Receive Heaviest Punishment

Warri Wolves have been handed the most severe sanctions following the unruly behaviour of their supporters during Sunday’s Matchday 10 clash against Kano Pillars in Ozoro.

The Seasiders were fined ₦4.2 million and docked three points and three goals from their accumulated tally. The club was also ordered to play its next three home matches behind closed doors.

According to the NPFL, Warri Wolves failed to provide adequate security at the stadium, resulting in an assault on match officials after the final whistle.

The league further disclosed that the second assistant referee sustained a nose injury and was left bleeding during the incident.

The NPFL stated that all three clubs have 48 hours from the date of notification to appeal their respective sanctions in accordance with the league’s disciplinary procedures.

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