Yusuf Mohammed
Yusuf Mohammed is a seasoned Nigerian journalist, writer, and editor with a Bachelor of Arts degree in History and International Relations from Al-Hikmah University.
He began his journalism career at Business Hallmark newspaper in 2013 before moving to New Telegraph … Read the rest
The 2022 World Cup is over and what a World Cup that was- 29 days: November 20 – December 18 of pure passion, nail-biting, knife-edge matches, records made, myths broken, pure, contagious, joy in a tournament that has been truly … Read the rest
There are images that leave a mark in the history of sport. Iconic snapshots that everyone dreams of imitating one day. That happened with the photo of Diego Armando Maradona after the 1986 World Cup final in Mexico. It shows … Read the rest
By Yusuf Mohammed
After watching France vs Denmark yesterday evening, I decided to leave the lounge I watched the game for another location for the Argentina vs Mexico game. As I was leaving, someone asked: ‘’Where are you going? Won’t … Read the rest
Diego Maradona
Barcelona have announced they will plan Boca Juniors in a friendly in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on December 14 in honor of Diego Maradona.
The game between the two sides is being called the ‘Maradona Cup’ and has been arranged to … Read the rest
Steve Hodge with Maradona's jersey
Former England midfielder Steve Hodge says Diego Maradona’s iconic shirt from the 1986 World Cup quarter-final is not for sale after an “uncomfortable” week fending off calls and dealing with “disrespectful” rumours following the Argentine’s death.
Hodge swapped shirts with … Read the rest
Ronaldo and Maradona
Portuguese footballer, Cristiano Ronaldo posted an old picture of himself with football legend, Diego Maradona on his Instagram account and wrote: ‘Today I say goodbye to a friend and the world says goodbye to an eternal genius.
‘One of the … Read the rest
Pele and Maradona
Brazilian football great Pele mourned his fellow legend Diego Maradona after the Argentine died Wednesday, saying he hoped they would “play together in the sky” one day.
“Sad news today. I have lost a dear friend, and the world has … Read the rest
Diego Maradona
Argentine football legend Diego Maradona has passed away at the age of 60 after suffering a heart attack.
The Gimnasia coach had been hospitalised at the start of November, days after celebrating the landmark birthday, after complaining of low spirits … Read the rest
Diego Armando Maradona is 60 today. Should I talk about his football abilities or his achievements for Napoli and Argentina? He records or his lifestyle? His leadership quality on the pitch? I can’t say everything today. Hopefully this would be … Read the rest
