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Manchester united on the skirt of reaching the champions league knockout stages for the firs ttime in four years after thrashing Benfica at Old Trafford. The red devils earned a spot in the champs league by winning the last season Europa league. The club has clinched unto twelve points in their four group A games and need just a point in their remaining two games. words from manager Jose Mourinho. as quoted by bbc sports"We have not qualified yet? Four victories and it is still not enough? We must get that point from the two remaining matches," Ex-Benfica midfielder Nemanja Matic's intense shot struck the foot of the post, yet ricocheted off the disastrous Svilar - who had jumped to spare the shot - and into the net. Full-back Daley Blind included a moment from the punishment spot.

Cristiano Ronaldo has expressed his delight after Real Madrid beat Juventus 4-1 in Saturday’s Champions League final in Cardiff, to lift the title for the third time in four years. Ronaldo scored twice at the National Stadium of Wales, to help his side become the first defending champions to retain the title in 27 years. They also clinched their first La Liga and Champions League double since 1958. “I had a spectacular end to the season. I prepared for that because things are won at the end of the season,” Ronaldo said. “It was a good choice by the coach and I’m very happy. “We are a very good team and in the second-half we showed how good we are. “I’m delighted. I’m top scorer in the Champions League again. It’s been a brilliant season.” Ronaldo has now won 20 major trophies in his glittering career, with four Champions League triumphs including one at Manchester United.

The Super Eagles will on Thursday, 1st June 2017 take the pitch against the Hawks of Togo in an international friendly in Paris. Coach Gernot Rohr is using Thursday’s game, just like last Friday’s session against Corsica Island in Ajaccio, as preparation for next weekend’s 2019 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against South Africa in Uyo. The match against the Hawks will be played at the Stade Municipal de Saint Leu La Foret, Paris starting from 7pm (6pm Nigeria time). Below is a list of players in camp: Goalkeepers Ikechukwu Ezenwa and Dele Alampasu Defenders Elderson Echiejile, William Ekong, Chidozie Awaziem, Tyronne Ebuehi and Abdullahi Shehu Midfielders Wilfred Ndidi, Mikel Agu, Oghenekaro Etebo, Alhassan Ibrahim and Uche Agbo. Strikers Ahmed Musa, Stephen Odey, Victor Osimhen, Kelechi Iheanacho, Henry Onyekuru, Alex Iwobi, Olanrewaju Kayode and Sikiru Olatubosun.

Tottenham ended their final Premier League season at the old White Hart Lane unbeaten after a 2-1 victory over Manchester United on  Super Sunday . Having called the famous stadium home for 118 years, they produced a strong performance to bid farewell in style. Victor Wanyama's powerful header opened the scoring (6) and Harry Kane scored his first top-flight goal against United two minutes after the break. Wayne Rooney threatened to spoil the party when he halved the deficit (71) but Tottenham held on in the pouring rain. The win means Spurs leave White Hart Lane without defeat this season ahead of a move to Wembley, with their new home set to be ready for the 2018/19 campaign. Jose Mourinho's side can no longer make the top four and must now beat Ajax in their Europa League final on May 24 to reach next season's Champions League.

Liverpool's Champions League fate remains in their own hands after they beat West Ham 4-0 at the London Stadium on Sunday. The result means Liverpool will guarantee a top-four finish with victory at home to Middlesbrough on the final day next Sunday. And with Manchester City also in pole position to finish among the Champions League places, Arsenal must now rely on slip-ups from the other two as we enter the last week of the 2016/17 season. Klopp opted to hand Sturridge only his sixth league start of the season at West Ham, while Adam Lallana also returned to Liverpool's starting XI. West Ham, meanwhile, were looking to replicate the performance against Tottenham which saw them guarantee safety and all-but end the title race. And it was the hosts who enjoyed a bright start in their final home game of the season, with Sam Byram guilty of a missed opportunity early on after dragging his effort wide of the far post. An end-to-end half then saw Joel Matip rise high...

The Blues head to West Brom live on  Friday Night Football  knowing a win will make it impossible for second-placed Tottenham to catch them, and give Conte the league championship in his first year in English football, an achievement which has led to rumours linking him with a move to Inter. Centre-back Gary Cahill has   spoken of the confidence currently coursing through the squad   and Conte wants his players to enjoy playing in a "very hot" atmosphere at The Hawthorns. "This moment is a really good moment for us because we are so close to reaching a fantastic target," said Conte, who has two years left on his contract at Chelsea. "We must not forget that we have to take three points in these three games. Tomorrow we have the first chance, the first opportunity to take three points. "Also, we must know to play against West Brom is not easy. They are a strong team, really physical with a good coach. For sure, the atmosphere will be very hot. ...

The surgeon who operated on Manchester United forward Zlatan Ibrahimovic says the veteran forward is in "superb shape" and can play on for many years if he wishes. Ibrahimovic underwent surgery in the United States last week aftersuffering major knee ligament damage during a Europa League tie against Anderlecht. Ibrahimovic faces a long period of rehabilitation and, with his United contract due to expire at the end of the season, his future at the club is in doubt. But Dr Freddie Fu told the  South China Morning Post  he is convinced that Ibrahimovic should be able to continue playing at the top level. Fu, who is chairman of the department of orthopaedic surgery at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Centre, has carried out over 20,000 knee operations. And he operated on Ibrahimovic alongside colleague Volker Musahl. Fu said: "I can't discuss too many details, I don't want to get in trouble with Manchester United. "But I can tell you he...

Mandatory challenger Kubrat Pulev could beat Anthony Joshua “very easily” if he fights again like "a novice", believes his promoter Kalle Sauerland. Joshua is mandated to defend his IBF heavyweight title against No 1 contender Pulev but, after also winning the WBA 'super' belt against Wladimir Klitschko last week, his next opponent is unclear. Pulev's promoter Sauerland confirmed that negotiations are taking place to challenge Joshua, who they believe showed a lack of experience despite beating Klitschko. "We saw two Anthonys - I saw possibly one of the most sensational heavyweights I have seen in many years, and I also saw a novice at times," Sauerland exclusively told  Sky Sports . "If the novice turns up, Pulev will take care of business very easily. If the Anthony Joshua turns up that exploded in round 11 and half of round five, then it's going to be a difficult night for anyone. The exciting thing about Anthony Joshua is tha...

Fernando Llorente found the target against Everton on Saturday to boost Swansea's survival chances Fernando Llorente is confident Swansea will stay up after escaping the Premier League relegation zone with two games left to play. Llorente's 13th goal of the season secured a 1-0 victory over Everton and took Swansea above Hull and out of the bottom three. Hull's shock 2-0 defeat to already-relegated Sunderland had handed Swansea the perfect incentive before their Saturday evening kick-off.

Arsenal  will make a €100m move for  Kylian Mbappe  this summer, but they will also promise him a starting spot at centre-forward every week.  Real Madrid  remain the favourites if the 18-year-old decides to move this year. (AS) Bayern Munich  see former  Tottenham  star  Luka Modric  as the natural successor to  Xabi Alonso  in their midfield. The  Real Madrid  man is contracted until 2020 at the Santiago Bernabeu. (Don Balon) Bayern could target Real Madrid's Luka Modric David De Dea  is finally set to complete has move to  Real Madrid  this summer, but  Jose Mourinh o has a plan. The  Manchester United  boss has picked out  Atletico Madrid's Jan Oblak  as the man who could replace the Spanish international. (Don Balon)

With the imminent arrival of former Sevilla director of football,  Monchi, Roma  know they have to sell to build some funds.  Radja Nainggolan  is the No.1 target for  Inter Milan  and  AC Milan  and the Belgian midfielder and former  Chelsea  target could be on his way to Milan this summer. (Corriere dello Sport) Looking for a striker,  Milan  boss  Vincenzo Montella  has set his sights on former  Blackburn Rovers  forward  Nikola Kalinic.  The 29-year-old has 14 goals for  Fiorentina  this season and if they fail to land  Alvaro Morata  and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang , Kalinic, due to his understanding of the league is next on the list. (Sky Sports Italia)

Kylian Mbappe  is set to turn down any summer approach from  Manchester United  as he does not like the style of Jose Mourinho's football at Old Trafford. Also a rumoured target for  Manchester City  and  Real Madrid , the teenager is one of Europe's hottest properties. (L'Equipe) Marseille  boss  Rudi Garcia  has spoken of former Newcastle United loanee Florian Thuavin's  development this season. Marseille have triggered the option to buy the 24-year-old, after he has scored 15 goals and added eight assists: "I ask for the minimum touches on the ball in the last thirty metres, although I don't prevent dribbling because he moves very quickly with the ball. He is more complete and he is more difficult for the opponent to control." (L'Equipe)

How Liverpool have progressed under Jurgen Klopp this season Liverpool travel to Watford on Monday Night Football with a top-four finish still in sight, an achievement that would represent significant progress this season under manager Jurgen Klopp. Klopp replaced Brendan Rodgers as Liverpool manager on October 8, 2015 with the Reds sitting 10th in the table after winning just three of their opening eight Premier League games. The German went on to lead Liverpool to an eighth-placed finish last season, while he also guided the club to the final of the League Cup and the Europa League. This campaign, however, the former Borussia Dortmund coach been able to make his own signings, and a full pre-season to work with his squad. So as Klopp prepares to take his side to Vicarage Road, the scene of a shambolic 3-0 defeat in December 2015, we look at where Liverpool have improved this season, and what areas they still need to work on before they can seriously challenge f...

Manchester United have taken the lead over Manchester City in the chase for Kasper Schmeichel. Sky sources indicate the Leicester City goalkeeper is United's first choice to replace David de Gea if, as expected, he heads back to Spain to join Real Madrid. United's chances of landing the 30-year-old Denmark international have improved after Schmeichel left his long-term representatives, Triple S Management, to join Italian agent Luca Bascherini - an agent who enjoys excellent relations at Old Trafford. Schmeichel signed a new five-year deal at the King Power Stadium last summer but may struggle to turn down a lucrative offer from either Manchester club. David de Gea has been linked with a return to Spain to join Real Madrid And last month  A Bola  newspaper in Spain reported that if Real Madrid fail to land De Gea, then Schmeichel could well be their next target. De Gea, who was recently selected in the PFA's Team of the Year for the fourth time, sight...

Europa league, Englishh giants,Manchester United were pitted against Spain’s Celta Vigo while Ajax from Netherlands would slug it out against French side, Olympic Lyon

Champions League Semi Final Draw: Real Madrid To Face Atletico Madrid As Juventus Battle Monaco SPORTS 30 The 2017 Champions League Semi-Final draw was held today. Real Madrid  have been drawn against  Atletico Madrid  and  Juventus  will face  Monaco  in next month’s Champions League semi-finals. The all-Madrid semi is a repeat of last year’s final, which Real won on penalties, and the final three years ago which Real also won in extra-time.

Nigerian striker Victor Anichebe says he is not worried about his future at relegation-threatened Sunderland and admitted that injury has derailed a good season for him personally.   Anichebe alongside the likes of Sunderland captain John O'Shea, Seb Larsson are among a number of players whose contracts expire in the summer. “I’m not thinking about it at the moment, I just need to stay fit and help us get some wins, for the fans here and our ourselves," Anichebe told the Sunderland Echo. Anichebe went on to state that he returned from his latest injury ahead of schedule to aid the relegation fight. “I love it here, before I got injured I felt great, performances were good, someone was saying that outside Hazard I was one of the highest ranked attackers in the league, so I’ve enjoyed it," he added. “The fans have been great to me, it is a really great club, so whenever I go out there I try as hard as I can. This injury was meant to keep me out for 12/13 weeks but I came ba...

Bayern Munich manager Carlo Ancelotti said referee Viktor Kassai "wasn't up to the task" of a Champions League quarter-final and called for video technology "as soon as possible". Bayern midfielder Arturo Vidal was sent off for two bookable offences, while Real Madrid's Cristiano Ronaldo scored in extra time from an offside position as the Spanish holders won  6-3 on aggregate  on Tuesday. "We had thought of everything going into this game - except the referee," Ancelotti said. "You can't decide a semi-final spot like this. It shouldn't happen at this level." Ancelotti, a former Madrid boss, also said current Real manager Zinedine Zidane agreed with his assessment of Hungarian referee Kassai's "negative" performance at the Bernabeu. "The referee probably wasn't up to the task," Ancelotti said. "I don't think Real Madrid have any influence on referees. The officials tonight simply got...

John Terry has penned down emotional message letter to Chelsea fans over his decision to leave the club at the end of the season. Chelsea announced on Monday that Terry would leave when his contract expires at the end of the season but, with interest from China, America and other Premier League rivals. The announcement was made less than 24 hours after a 2-0 defeat against Manchester United that leaves Tottenham only four points behind Chelsea at the top of the Premier League table.  Read letter below:    

Manchester United had a great day yesterday.  After the team beat Chelsea Football club 2-0 at a game at Old Trafford, Manchester United coach, Jose Mourinho was spotted pointing to the Manchester United badge on his tracksuit.  See photo below: