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JOHN ADAMS: SECOND UNITED STATES PRESIDENT

JOHN ADAMS: SECOND UNITED STATES PRESIDENT

The second president of the United States was John Adams, lawyer and diplomat. Adams’ public career lasted more than 35 years. He was second only to George Washington in making a place for the young United States among the nations of the world. In his devotion to the country, he was second to none. John Adams Adams was a federalist. Like other federalists, he believed in a strong central…

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CHINUA ACHEBE: GET TO KNOW HIM

CHINUA ACHEBE: GET TO KNOW HIM

On the day Nigeria is celebrating her Independence day, it’s only right to write about one of the greatest personalities of this country. Here, I’ll tell you about Nigeria famous novelist, Chinua Achebe. His biography, awards and things you didn’t know about him. CHINUA ACHEBE The richly African stories of Chinua Achebe re-create the old ways of Nigeria’ Igbo people and recall the intrusion of…

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Kvitova, Sakkari, Swiatek, Kontaveit all in Ostrava Open semis

Kvitova, Sakkari, Swiatek, Kontaveit all in Ostrava Open semis

Top-seeded Iga Swiatek of Poland advanced to the semifinals of the Ostrava Open after beating seventh-seeded Elena Rybakina of Kazakhstan. This happens to be her first semifinals since winning in Rome in May to set up a match against fourth-seeded Maria Sakkari. The Greek overcame Czech Tereza Martincova 7-5, 6-3 in the quarterfinals. Sakkari will be playing in her sixth semifinal of the…

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Klopp wants 'solution' as quarantine fiasco returns

Klopp wants ‘solution’ as quarantine fiasco returns

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has demanded “some kind of solution” to prevent another club vs country issue over quarantine rules for World Cup qualifiers. Eight Brazilian Premier League players — including Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson Becker and midfielder Fabinho — were called-up by Brazil coach Tite for the next round of 2022 qualifiers in October. Klopp demands solution Earlier this month,…

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THINGS TO LOOK FORWARD TO AS EPL RETURNS

THINGS TO LOOK FORWARD TO AS EPL RETURNS

Oh well, International break is finally over. It was a small break but looked like forever. We witnessed some extraordinary and bizarre moments during the international break. With the likes of Ronaldo and Messi proving their worth as the Greatest Of All Time, simply called GOAT. They both equal and break records both on and off the pitch as both of them signed for different club in the same…

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Christian Fuchs join MLS side on free transfer

Christian Fuchs join MLS side on free transfer

Christian Fuchs leaves Leicester after six years at the King Power Stadium to join MLS expansion club Charlotte FC on free transfer. Fuchs won the EPL title Leicester in 2016 The 35-year-old defender played a crucial role in Leicester title winning campaign after he 34 appearances. He has a total of 152 applications for the English club. He said: “I’m impressed with Charlotte FC’s vision for…

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Former Chelsea skipper leaves Aston Villa

Former Chelsea skipper leaves Aston Villa

John Terry has left his role at Aston Villa to pursue his dream of becoming a manager. Terry leave his role as Villa assistant manager The former Chelsea and England defender joined Villa boss Dean Smith’s coaching staff in October 2018. He helped Smith guide Villa to Premier League promotion in 2019. Terry said: “It has always been my ambition to move into football management and, providing the…

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PSG in pole position to sign 22-year-old Chelsea long-term target

PSG in pole position to sign 22-year-old Chelsea long-term target

PSG is said to have edge over Chelsea in pursuit of Hakimi Chelsea FC is believed to have pulled out of the battle to sign Achraf Hakimi as the Inter Milan right-back is now on the verge of joining PSG,according to reports in Italy. Chelsea saw their initial bid rejected then followed up that bid by offering Marcos Alonso as part of the deal. But Parisians cash offer of €65m has been enough to…

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EPL Champions after Chelsea academy product

EPL Champions after Chelsea academy product

Reece was in superb form last season as Chelsea were crowned UCL Champion Manchester City have joined the race to sign Chelsea defender Reece James. The 21-year-old star has been an important figure in the side since Thomas Tuchel’s arrival in January. He delivered another excellent display in the Blues’ victory over Manchester City in the UEFA Champions League final last month as he ensured…

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Clearly I am in his head - Manchester United defender on criticisms from former manager

Clearly I am in his head – Manchester United defender on criticisms from former manager

Manchester United Luke Shaw says he does not understand why he continues to receive criticism from his former Manchester United manager, Jose Mourinho. “Clearly I am in his head a lot and he clearly thinks about me a lot,” the 25-year-old said. “There is no hiding that we didn’t get on,” Shaw added, speaking of his time playing under Mourinho. “I think he was a brilliant manager but, you know,…

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It was my fault - de Ligt

It was my fault – de Ligt

The Dutch suffered a last-16 exit from Euro 2020 at the hands of the Czech Republic. With the teams level at 0-0, Matthijs de Ligt was sent off in the second half for denying Patrik Schick a clear goalscoring opportunity. Thirteen minutes after the young defender left the pitch, the Netherlands conceded and failed to respond. “Of course, it feels bad. In hindsight, I shouldn’t have let the ball…

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England prepared for penalties says John Stones

England prepared for penalties says John Stones

John Stones says England are prepared for penalties if Tuesday’s last-16 tie against Germany goes that far. “With how we do it now, we’ve been practising so much,” Stones said. “We’ve been practising on keeping that clear focus of what to do if your turn comes up.” Speaking of when England ended a World Cup penalty shootout hoodoo against Colombia in 2018, which Stones recalled. “I remember…

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Inter Milan winger tests positive for Covid-19 while at lnternational duty

Inter Milan winger tests positive for Covid-19 while at lnternational duty

Croatia’s Ivan Perisic has tested positive for Covid-19 and will miss Monday’s Euro 2020 last-16 match against Spain. The winger scored in Tuesday’s 3-1 win over Scotland. The 32-year-old winger will now spend 10 days in self-isolation, the Croatian Football Federation has confirmed.

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It's a joke - Wales defender criticised tournament format

It’s a joke – Wales defender criticised tournament format

Defender Chris Gunter has criticised the set-up of Euro 2020 after Wales’ last-16 exit against Denmark. “Every nation had fans wherever they went,” Gunter wrote on social media. “[But Wales did not] apart from the 350 who broke government rules and bank accounts to be there. “You and us deserved more from this joke set-up of a tournament, but who said life was fair. “Have a cry, but then smile…

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Frustrated Bale walks away after Denmark defeat

Frustrated Bale walks away after Denmark defeat

Captain Gareth Bale walked away when asked about his Wales future following the Euro 2020 round of 16 defeat to Denmark. Bale cut a frustrated figure after Euro’s heartbreak There was speculation before Euro 2020 that Real Madrid forward Bale, 31, may retire after the tournament. When asked about the speculation after the Denmark defeat, the Wales captain brought an immediate end to the…

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This is really huge - Thomas Tuchel

This is really huge – Thomas Tuchel

Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel says Manchester City are the “benchmark”, after his side secured a win over Real Madrid to set up an all-English Champions League final. The Blues beat the record 13-time European giant at Stamford Bridge to win 3-1 on aggregate. Chelsea will face Pep Guardiola’s side in Istanbul on 29 May. Mason Mount sealed the famous win at Stamford Bridge “This is really huge so…

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We fight until the end - Carlo Ancelloti

We fight until the end – Carlo Ancelloti

Everton manager Carlo Ancelotti insisted his side are still in the fight for European qualification despite conceding a late leveller to Crystal Palace courtesy of Michy Batshuayi 86th strike. Batshuayi’s 86th strike denied Everton the whole points “The target is the same,” he said. “We lost two points. We have to get those two points back in other games.” “There is a fantastic battle for the…