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A day after hundreds of thousands of people protested gun violence at March for Our Lives events in the US and around the globe, Pope Francis called on the world's youth to continue speaking out and standing up. "Dear young people, you have it in you to shout," the Pope said in his Palm Sunday address at St. Peter's Square in Rome.

American television personality and film star Oprah Winfrey has offered advice to Lionel Messi on how he can win the World Cup with Argentina. Messi is widely considered one of the greatest players of all time, but his detractors often point to the fact he has never won international football's biggest trophy in order to rule out his eligibility as the best ever. Argentina's best finish during the Messi era came four years ago when they knocked out Belgium and the Netherlands en route to the final, only to come undone by Germany after extra time in Rio de Janeiro. The 64-year-old urged the Barcelona superstar to find his inner strength to achieve his biggest feat to date, telling Pronto: "Messi this message is for you, and it's something you already have to know in advance. "You have to go deep, deep inside of you to find all the strength you have inside. Messi, be a warrior." Winfrey's co-star in new film A Wrinkle in Time, Reese Witherspoon, a...

Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Marco Verratti has complained about what he perceives to be double standards in refereeing, arguing that Lionel Messi rarely gets booked for dissent. The Italy international midfielder picked up his 50th booking in Ligue 1 on Sunday against Nice but was the high-profile recipient of a red card against Real Madrid in the Champions League earlier this month. He was dismissed for arguing with the referee – a favourite reason for being cautioned by the fiery midfielder. While it has drawn criticism from fans, Verratti has defended himself. “It was a bad reaction but I didn't insult anybody, whereas Messi goes around pointing his finger in the referee's face and doesn't even get punished,” he told Gazzette dello Sport . “But anyway, I need to improve “I got it wrong against Real, but it was a red card out of frustration and sometimes referees could be more tolerant.”

Anthony Martial’s agent admits he “can’t confirm” that the Frenchman will be staying at Manchester United amid talk of interest from Juventus. The 22-year-old has seen his Old Trafford future called into question after facing mounting competition for places. Jose Mourinho is also expected to spend big again over the summer, with the Red Devils preparing for another squad refresh. Philippe Lamboley, director of UFSA management, told Ilbianconero.com on his client’s future: “I can’t confirm Martial will remain at Old Trafford next season, I am sorry but I can’t add anything else about it. “Martial’s objective is to win the FA Cup and to finish in second place with Manchester United. That way the Red Devils would qualify for the Champions League.” He added: “I’ve never met Juventus chiefs and Doyen Sports do not represent the interest of Martial. Everything that was reported by Italian media is fake news.” Martial has contributed 11 goals and 10 assists to the United cause thi...

Real Madrid and Portugal star Cristiano Ronaldo again hit back at his critics after winning yet another individual award. Ronaldo was named the best Portuguese player of 2017 on Monday, beating Sporting CP goalkeeper Rui Patricio and Manchester City star Bernardo Silva. The 33-year-old claimed a record-equalling fifth Ballon d'Or last year, having helped Madrid win La Liga and the Champions League. Ronaldo is finding form again late this campaign and the superstar forward dismissed his critics. "I am grateful for this award to all those who are here," he said. "It is also an award for all my colleagues — 2017 was an excellent year, unforgettable both collectively and individually." "I also won my fifth Ballon d'Or and my second The Best award. I also dedicate it to my four children. That's another record — three children in three months. "We have to defend what is ours because there is always a Portuguese in the fight. "I alw...

Yesterday, users in Iran lost access to Apple's App Store. When users attempted to connect or download apps, they received a message saying that the App Store was "unavailable in the country or region" in which they resided. The cessation of services began around noon GMT yesterday, and services resumed around 5:00am GMT this morning, according to social media posts and sources who spoke with Bleeping Computer. A virtual private network (VPN) could still reach the App Store normally.  Media coverage and social media posts were quick to speculate that the store's downtime was an Apple-imposed ban driven by US economic sanctions against Iran, as Apple is based in the US. However, we are not yet aware of evidence to support this. An accidental outage is also possible, as is a block imposed by Iran's government—Iran has previously blocked the Google Play store, though that block was later lifted. Apple has not responded to our requests for clarification. Because of...

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says it has raised alarm about an illegal voter registration centre discovered in Offa, Kwara State. According to the Commission, the culprits of the illegal act were using Corel Draw application to change the particulars in a scanned INEC PVC. Paul Atser, INEC’s Administrative Secretary said in a statement on Friday that, “It has come to the notice of Independent National Electoral Commission, Kwara State that some unscrupulous persons are carrying out illegal registration of voters in Offa Local Government area,” Atser said. INEC added that a suspect arrested in connection with the crime is undergoing interrogation by the police.

The African Centre for Media and Information Literacy (AFRICMIL), has called on the Minister of Education, Adamu Adamu, to urgently intervene and void the sack of a lecturer, Mr Joseph Akeju, whose appointment was terminated by the governing council of Yaba College of Technology (Yabatech), Lagos, for exposing corrupt practices at the institution. Mr. Akeju, a Chief Lecturer in the Department of Accountancy at Yabatech was dismissed for seven years for using his position then, as bursar, to expose corrupt practices at the College. Although he was recalled in 2016 after the Minister of Education gave the directive for his immediate reinstatement, Akeju who has worked for 31 years at Yabatech may be denied his entitlements due to the recent termination of his appointment by the college’s governing council, just a few days to his retirement.

The General Overseer, Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Enoch Adeboye, on Friday expressed displeasure with the mindless killings of people by Fulani herdsmen in Benue State and other parts of the country. Adeboye, alongside his wife, Folu, made his feelings known when he visited Benue to condole with Governor Samuel Ortom and pray for the government and people of the state over the killings by suspected herdsmen. The cleric called for a halt to the killings. Speaking to the gathering, Pastor Adeboye said he did not visit the state before the President did so that politicians would not read meaning into his action. He said Benue State was very dear to his heart and that he had felt every pain the people felt, saying he wept when he saw the people weeping. He said, “Of course, no man of God will see a mass burial anywhere and not feel the pains of the people affected. We want these killings to stop. Happily, we know someone who can stop it. He is the almighty God, He does not...

Unai Emery says Real Madrid president Florentino Pérez should be asked about Neymar's future at Paris Saint-Germain. Neymar has been heavily linked with Madrid since becoming the world's most expensive footballer by joining PSG from Barcelona for €222 million in August. Madrid full-back Dani Carvajal has said he would sign Neymar for the Liga giants, while Casemiro suggested his fellow Brazilian could play in the same team as Cristiano Ronaldo. But with Neymar on the sidelines due to a broken bone in his foot and Pérez reported to have met with the player's father in Brazil, a frustrated Emery no longer wants to be asked about the PSG forward. "I think I have answered questions on this subject about 30 times in press conferences," Emery told reporters on Friday. "The PSG project is very strong with Neymar in it. "As for Real Madrid? I don't know, ask Florentino."

Sergio Busquets is a doubt for Barcelona's Champions League quarter-final first leg after being ruled out for approximately three weeks with a fractured toe. The Spain international was injured during the second half of Barca's 3-0 defeat of Chelsea on Wednesday, which sealed a 4-1 aggregate victory in the last 16. Busquets was replaced by Andre Gomes shortly after the hour mark at Camp Nou and was subsequently sent for tests, with Barca confirming the defensive midfielder has suffered a fracture to "the phalanx of the fifth toe of his right foot". It means Busquets faces a fitness battle ahead of the first leg of the Champions League quarters, which take place on April 3 and 4, while it will also rule him out Spain's internationals against Germany and Argentina this month.

Antonio Conte hopes any decision on his Chelsea future will not rest on trophy triumphs, with another route to silverware closed in the Champions League. The Blues crashed out of European competition at the hands of Barcelona on Wednesday, with a 3-0 reversal at Camp Nou condemning them to a 4-1 aggregate defeat. The FA Cup now represents Chelsea’s last opportunity to get their hands on a major prize, with the reigning Premier League champions having staged a forgettable defence of their domestic crown. He told Mediaset when quizzed on his future following a disappointing defeat to Barca: “It's not about winning or not. “I think that a coach's work should be judged on the development of his players and what you see in terms of the value of the squad, not trophies. Chelsea can do better, but the team is growing.” “Luck appears to have turned its back on us this season, even though I don't like to pin everything on misfortune,” he added “But I do think [the Barcel...

The England and Wales Cricket Board confirmed that England will tour Sri Lanka for 5 ODIs, a one-off T20I and 3 Tests in October later this year. The tour will start on October 10 and conclude on November 27. England will have about 8 days to acclimatise to the conditions before they play the  October 10 - 1st ODI, Dambulla.  October 13 - 2nd ODI, Dambulla  October 17 - 3rd ODI, Kandy  October 20 - 4th ODI, Kandy  October 23 - 5th ODI, Colombo    One-off T20I in Colombo November 6-10 - 1st Test, Galle  November 14-18 - 2nd Test, Kandy  November 23-27 - 3rd Test, Colombo

According to the state government, commercial fee charge is reduced by 50 percent, while owner occupier third-party fee is reduced by 25 percent and the owner-occupier fee charge is reduced by 15 percent. This was made known after the executive council meeting which was held today at the State House. Earlier, the Lagos State government had clarified the figures on the rate for the newly reviewed Land Use Charge Law of 2018. The state government said that many of the numbers were based on several years of arrears on the levy not paid by affected property owners. Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Mr Kehinde Bamigbetan, made the clarification to newsmen. He decried the misconceptions and misinformation about the new law, describing the law as a progressive enactment duly made by the House of Assembly and handed over to the executive for implementation in the overall interest of the people. The commissioner specifically dismissed the humongous figures being bandied about on ...

Three days after President Muhammadu Buhari visited Benue State, the state government has said the visit did not rekindle any hope in the people. Special Adviser to Governor Samuel Ortom on Media and ICT, Mr Tahaz Agerzua, stated said on Thursday during his appearance on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily. “We appreciate the visit, but we didn’t get any hope,” he said. “In Benue State, the President did not condole with us." "We appreciate that he was able to take his time and come and sit down for several hours to listen to the stakeholders, but he did not sympathise with the families,” the governor’s aide added. The President’s visit to Benue comes weeks after some communities in Guma and Logo Local Government Areas of the state were attacked by suspected herdsmen. After conducting a mass burial for at least 70 persons in the wake of the killings, the state government is preparing to bury more victims of the attacks.

Rapper Olamide Adedeji popularly known as ‘Baddo,’ on Thursday, announced the launch of his Television Channel, `Voice Of The Streets’. The science student crooner who is set to launch the new station said it is ‘a birthday gift to myself’. Olamide dedicated the station to his family, especially his late mother who passed away recently, his son and his record label YBNL. Olamide, 29, shared the news through his instagram handle @baddosneh, where he wrote, “I dedicate this television station to my late mum and dad. Thanks for letting me chase my dream." Olamide announced that the station ‘VOTS’ will be available on Play TV from Thursday, March 15, 2018. The rapper, who has been described as ‘the voice of the streets’, proposed to his long-time partner and mother of his son a week ago.

A Chinese TV presenter has become an internet sensation as she hasn't seemed to age a day despite having been on screen for more than two decades. Yang Dan, a weather girl from China's state broadcaster, looks no different today than her 22-year-old self in her first show in 1996. Incredibly youthful Ms Yang, who is now 44 years old, has been hailed as an 'ageless goddess' after a compilation video of her was shared online by the China Central Television Station. The video was posted onto Weibo, the Chinese equivalent to Twitter, by the weather programme in order to mark the International Women's Day yesterday. It shows Ms Yang's age-defying looks over 22 years since 1996 when John Major was the Prime Minister of UK, Bill Clinton was the US President and internet was still a strange thing. The weather programme wrote in the post: 'Many web users have grown up watching her show. They marvelled why they have grown older but she hasn't.

Finland has overtaken Norway to become the happiest nation on earth, according to a UN report. The 2018 World Happiness Report also charts the steady decline of the US as the world’s largest economy grapples with a crisis of obesity, substance abuse and depression. The study reveals the US has slipped to 18th place, five places down on 2016. The top four places are taken by Nordic nations, with Finland followed by Norway, Denmark and Iceland. Burundi in east Africa, scarred by bouts of ethnic cleansing, civil wars and coup attempts, is the unhappiest place in the world. Strikingly, there are five other nations – Rwanda, Yemen, Tanzania, South Sudan and the Central African Republic – which report happiness levels below that of even Syria. For the first time the UN also examined the happiness levels of immigrants in each country, and found Finland also scored highest. “Finland has vaulted from fifth place to the top of the rankings this year,” said the report’s authors, although they...

Lionel Messi scored his 100th Champions League goal in Barcelona's last-16 second leg against Chelsea, joining Cristiano Ronaldo as the only players to hit that illustrious milestone. The Argentine star scored his 99th goal in Europe's top club competition in the third minute at the Camp Nou on Wednesday, slipping a near-post shot between the legs of Chelsea goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois to mark the fastest goal of his career for club and country. And after setting up an Ousmane Dembele strike, Messi hit the century mark in the 63rd minute with a second nutmeg of Courtois. That tally capped Barca's 3-0 win on the night, with the La Liga leaders advancing via a 4-1 aggregate triumph. Messi and Ronaldo are now the only players with 100 Champions League goals, though the Barca star managed the feat in 123 matches — 14 fewer than the 137 games his Real Madrid counterpart needed to reach the threshold.

Libya has issued 205 arrest warrants for Libyans and foreigners suspected of being involved in a smuggling network for migrants heading to Europe. The Libyan attorney general's office said the network included members of the security services, migrant detention camp leaders, and officials from African embassies in Libya. The country has become a key point on the route of hundreds of thousands of sub-Saharan African migrants trying to reach Europe by sea. The investigations into smuggling networks are being carried out in conjunction with the Italian prosecutor's office after a joint unit - pooling intelligence, coastguard and justice resources - was set up last year by the two countries. The director of the attorney general's investigations office, Seddik al-Sour, said many immigration department officials had been found to be involved "There are 205 warrants against the persons who organised the illegal immigration and the human trafficking, and the torture,...

The Kaduna government in collaboration with Teacher Development Programme, TDP is currently conducting an induction and orientation program for new teachers employed by the state. The program, which is expected to last eight days involves training of 25,000 newly employed teachers to familiarize them with the national teaching curriculum. The orientation program is being held in 135 centres simultaneously across the state with teachers being taken in batches. Speaking to SaharaReporters, the Communications Officer of TDP, Chinedu Anarado, said the program is meant to equip teachers with basic skills and help them deliver their works effectively. Chinedu said, “What we are trying to achieve is that the next batch of teachers who are coming into the system should have a clear understanding of topics at basic education level. We equip them with the right set of skills and classroom management to be able to deliver effectively.”

The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has raised alarm that a lot of “fake marriages’’ are taking place in the country. Mr Muhammad Babandede, Comptroller General of the agency who revealed this in Abuja on Wednesday stated that male foreigners were mostly involved in the act. According to him, the aim was to cheat on the conditions for the issuance of residence and work permits to foreigners by the agency. He explained: “We have observed that foreigners, especially men, are trying to beat the system of issuance of residence permits. A lot of fake or `arranged’ marriages are going on, and that would give them permission to stay in this country without much liabilities. The advantage is that when you are the spouse of a Nigerian, you have no limitation on the job you will do; you don’t have to pay residence permit fees; it is easier for you to stay." Babandede said NIS had arrested some culprits. But he added that the agency has introduced measures to check the abuse. Accord...

President Muhammadu Buhari has assured Nigerians that the Federal Government will not rest until all the Chibok and Dapchi schoolgirls in the Boko Haram custody are released and reunited with their families. The President said this on Wednesday during a meeting with the Yobe State Governor, Mr Ibrahim Gaidam, as well as the parents of the missing Dapchi schoolgirls at the Government House in Damaturu, the state capital. Also present at the meeting are traditional rulers, community leaders, and top government officials among other stakeholders in Yobe. The Federal Government had confirmed that 110 students were unaccounted for after Boko Haram terrorists invaded the Government Girls Science Technical College (GGSTC), Dapchi, in February. President Buhari, who paid a condolence visit to the state, sympathised with the families of those whose children were abducted by the insurgents. On measures put in place to secure their release, he disclosed that he has ordered the service chief...

Scores of people are feared dead, following a suicide bomb attack and multiple explosions in Maiduguri on Wednesday. A member of the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF) told SaharaReporters that the explosions occurred at about 8.33pm in Allahkanti behind Giwa barracks area of the Borno State capital. A rescue worker told Saharareporters that six persons were injured but the number of those killed could not be ascertained at the time of filing the report. "We can't yet ascertain the number of those casualties. They were many and six persons were injured. The bomber struck less than a kilometre to Giwa Barracks," said the rescue. Saharareporters gathered that two loud explosions rang out, with some sources claiming that the came from Improvised Explosive Device on the bodies of two female suicide bombers.

A Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has barred the National Assembly from taking further action or proceeding with the Electoral Act Amendment Bill. The restraining order was issued on Wednesday, March 14, by Justice Ahmed Mohammed of the High Court. This ruling is a sequel to an oral application made in a suit filed by the Accord Party against the National Assembly, the Attorney General of the Federation, and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). In the ruling, the court ordered the parties to “maintain status quo ante bellum” that stays every proceeding pending the determination of the motion on notice filed by the Accord party. The matter has been adjourned to March 20 for the hearing of the motion on notice filed by the plaintiff.

                                                               Lionel Messi brought up 100 Champions League goals with a strike in each half as Barcelona dumped Chelsea out of the competition with a 3-0 win at Camp Nou. The sides were locked together at 1-1 after Messi's equaliser in the first leg of the last-16 tie at Stamford Bridge and Antonio Conte's men held their own for long periods once again, only to be undermined by uncharacteristic defensive errors. Messi scored the earliest goal of his professional career in the third minute, with Ousmane Dembele opening his Barcelona account in style to ground an encouraging Chelsea response. Thibaut Courtois was tamely beaten in the first instance and Barca's ruthless qualities on the break were in full view as Dembele clattered into the top corner and Messi secured his...

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Rev. Akpen Leva, Benue State Chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has revealed that herdsmen have destroyed over 500 churches in different parts of the state since 2011. He said this in Makurdi on Tuesday, adding that most worshippers at the affected churches were also displaced as a result of the crisis. His statement reads: “The destruction cuts across Catholic, Pentecostal, NKST, Anglican and several other churches located in areas affected by the crisis. The level of destruction is actually worrisome and that is the more reason why there is every need for the Federal Government to consider availing these churches some form of compensation so that we can rebuild the affected structures and also effect repairs on others." “Majority of those affected in the crisis are Christians, which means that the Church also carries the burden of contributing its widow’s mite to the upkeep of the close to 170,000 persons displaced in the state as a result of the crisis. ...

Mr. Simon Angyol, the Management Committee Chairman of Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau state has been sacked over incessant killings in his locality. Governor Simon Lalong informed lawmakers of the sack of the local government chairman in a letter to the State’s House of Assembly on Tuesday. “Following certain unpleasant development in the management of Bokkos local government council, I wish to seek approval for the removal of Mr. Simon Angyol as Management Committee Chairman of the Council. I also wish to seek your approval to appoint Mr. Tamai Simon as the new Management Committee Chairman of the Council,” he stated. The lawmakers approved the removal of Angyol and appointment of Simon in accordance with the request of the governor.

An official from Nigeria’s state oil company, NNPC said on Tuesday that refinery overhaul projects will begin in the country as soon as the second quarter of 2018. The Chief Operating Officer of Refineries and Petrol Chemicals in the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC), Anibor O. Kragha said the company will get Nigeria’s refineries to begin functioning at 90% capacity by the end of 2019. “We are working with consortia right now, negotiating terms, trying to finalize the time sheets so that we can access the money… through the end of 2019. He revealed this at a meeting of the African Refiners Association in Cape Town- South Africa. “We are working with consortia right now, negotiating terms, trying to finalize the time sheets so that we can access the money… through the end of 2019, when we believe we will have the minimum 90 percent capacity utilization in place, he disclosed.” Cragha said the government-owned corporation will start overhauling the refineries by the 2n...

President Muhammadu Buhari has summoned and met with the Inspector-General of Police to ask him why he did not follow his directives The correspondent of Benue said that the IGP spent less than a day before moving to nassarawa where he spent more time The President called the IGP on Tuesday morning he was the first person to be called to the Villa. The IGP spent at least 30minutes behind closed doors

One of the world's most famous astrophysicists Stephen Hawking passed away early this morning. He was 76. His scientific works include a collaboration with Roger Penrose on gravitational singularity theorems in the framework of general relativity and the theoretical prediction that black holes emit radiation, often called Hawking radiation. Hawking was the first to set out a theory of cosmology explained by a union of the general theory of relativity and quantum mechanics. He is a vigorous supporter of the many-worlds interpretation of quantum mechanics. Hawking is an Honorary Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts (FRSA), a lifetime member of the Pontifical Academy of Sciences, and a recipient of the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the highest civilian award in the US. In 2002, Hawking was ranked number 25 in the BBC's poll of the 100 Greatest Britons. His book A Brief History of Time appeared on the British Sunday Times best-seller list for a record-breaking 237 weeks. ...

Pep Guardiola's men could clinch the crown at the Etihad Stadium against none other than their arch-rivals, a chance Kompany is raring to grab.    Vincent Kompany says Manchester City's squad are well aware they could have a "once-in-a-lifetime opportunity" to win the Premier League title against rivals Manchester United next month. "I think everybody in the blue side of Manchester knows it's a once in a lifetime opportunity," said City's captain. "But steady, we've one more game before United, which will be difficult, and then we see. I'm sure it won't be handed to us. It's that time of year where you feel every win takes you one step close to your goal." "The manager said it before the game, we'll look to keep this standard until end of season and hopefully into next season as well.

A journalist, Umukoro Akpobaro, has released a suicide note he received from his wife who reportedly ingested insecticide to facilitate her death. This is coming following accusations leveled against him by the deceased, Peace. It was alleged that Akpobaro killed his partner over reports of cheating but her last note made available to him via WhatsApp proved this to be false. She died in Iwhrekpokpor, Ughelli, Delta State, says reports. A conversation between the pair revealed a woman disturbed by a huge debt settlement. This provided a motivation for a suicide text that saw her make an appeal for a befitting burial. Her message bore a semblance of one who is depressed and feels overwhelmed by what appeared to her as an insurmountable challenge. Maxwell Johnmark, the elder of the deceased had earlier alleged murder following allegations that the journalist had earlier made threats to kill her. Two children survived by the children can confirm this he claims. She reportedly c...

Presidential spokesperson, Femi Adesina, has said that it remains an allegation that the Inspector General of Police, Ibrahim Idris, failed to heed President Muhammadu Buhari’s directive to relocate to Benue. The IGP was ordered by President Buhari to relocate to Benue shortly after the January killings in the state. But the IGP was said to have spent less than a day in the state before moving to Nasarawa. Reacting to the development and the criticism that trailed the president’s comment, the presidential spokesman said the alleged disobedience is yet to be confirmed. “They were in the realm of allegations until the key stakeholders mentioned it yesterday. They were just allegations as far as I’m concerned,” he said on a Channels Television programme, Sunrise Daily, on Tuesday. “Even now, they are still in the realm of allegations until we hear from the IGP.” Speaking further on the matter, he said: “It’s in the public domain that he went from Benue to Nasarawa but nobody knew th...

25 people have again been killed Monday night at Dundu village, Kwall District of Bassa local government area of Plateau State. There has been renewed attacks by people residents say are Fulani men in that local government area in the last one week and some of those killed were scheduled to be given a mass burial today. The fresh attack claimed the lives of 19 men, three women and three children but the State Police Public Relations Officer, PPRO, Mathias Tyopev who confirmed the incident stated the figure is uncertain. Tyopev said, “Yes, there has been an attack but right now, we don’t have the figure but the DCP Operations is on his way to the village to ascertain the true position. Once we establish the fact, I’ll get back to you.”

Jose Mourinho has warned Real Madrid they will be wasting their time if they attempt to lure David de Gea away from Manchester United this summer. De Gea has just 18 months to run on the four-year contract he signed in September 2015 following the collapse of a move to Real due to paperwork not being submitted before the transfer window in Spain closed. But Mourinho wants to keep the Spanish No 1 at Old Trafford and is confident he can do so. "I see him here - I don't know what the intentions are of Real Madrid but they should think about another player," Mourinho said. De Gea will be in action for United on Tuesday when they host Sevilla in the second leg of their last-16 tie in the Champions League.

Manchester United midfieder Scott McTominay has earned his first Scotland call-up for their upcoming friendlies with Costa Rica and Hungary. The 21-year-old is eligible for both Scotland and England, with his emergence under Jose Mourinho leading to much conjecture over which nation he should choose to play for. Lancaster-born McTominay has previously stated he sees his international future with the country of his father and reportedly pledged to represent Scotland this month following a meeting Alex McLeish. And he is in line to make his debut for Scotland after McLeish included him as one of six new faces in his first squad since being re-appointed as manager in February.

Southampton have parted ways with manager Mauricio Pellegrino, the club confirmed on Monday. Assistant manager Carlos Compagnucci and assistant first team coach Xavier Tamarit have also parted company with the club. After 30 matches the club sit 17th in the Premier League and face a relegation fight in the closing run with Crystal Palace and Stoke both just one point back. Under Pellegrino, Southampton have not won a home Premier League fixture since November. A 3-0 loss to Newcastle on Saturday seems to have been the final straw for Pellegrino, who joined the club last summer on a three-year contract.

Chelsea legend Didier Drogba has announced that he is to retire at the end of an upcoming campaign with Phoenix Rising. The iconic Ivorian striker will take part in the 2018 USL season, but will then hang up his boots. "It's really a pleasure for me to play. I started late at the top level. I really enjoy playing. I like my role of owner-player a lot. I'm surrounded by a lot of youngsters, and I like passing my know-how on to them. But this season is the last. I'm 40, it's time now, " said the Ivorian. Drogba could return to France at some stage, with a non-playing position at Marseille appealing to a man who has achieved just about everything on the field. He added: "We'll have to see what is offered. I'm always ready to help. "In any case, Marseille are showing good things this year. Rudi Garcia's project is taking shape, they're building a team with young players. It's excellent to stay in the top three with a team l...

Brazil coach Tite named some new faces were included in his Brazil squad that will meet Russia and Germany this month. Brazil face Russia in Moscow on March 23 before facing Germany in Berlin on March 27. Given that this a final chance for the players to secure a spot in the World Cup sqaud, Valencia goalkeeper Neto, Besiktas star Anderson Talisca and Real Sociedad forward Willian Jose have joined the Selecao. 📜Squad: Goalkeepers: Alssion (Roma), Ederson (Manchester City), Neto (Valencia). Full-backs: Dani Alves (PSG), Filipe Luis (Atletico Madrid), Marcelo (Real Madrid), Fagner (Corinthians). Defenders: Pedro Geromel (Gremio), Marquinhos (PSG), Miranda (Inter Milan), Rodrigo Caio (Sao Paulo), Thiago Silva (PSG). Midfielders: Casemiro (Real Madrid), Fernandinho (Manchester City), Fred (Shakhtar), Paulinho (Barcelona), Coutinho (Barcelona), Renato Augusto (Beijing Guoan), Anderson Talisca (Besiktas), Willian (Chelsea). Forwards: Douglas Costa (Juventus), Roberto Firmin...

A man suspected to be mentally challenged, Lekan Adebisi, on Monday allegedly stormed St. John’s Anglican Primary Primary School, Agodo, in Ogun Waterside Local Government Area of Ogun State and hacked two pupils to death. The victims were Mubarak Kalesowo, and Sunday Obituyi, and both of them were 4-year-old and were in kindergarten class. The suspect was said to have stormed the school while the pupils were on lunch break and did the havoc. Adebisi who is said to be known in the community reportedly fled the scene immediately. The state Police Public Relations Officer, Abimbola Oyeyemi, confirmed the incident. He said the Area Commander, Ogbere, Divisional Police Officers Ogbere and Abigi moved to Agodo and investigation had commenced into the incident. He said police operatives were already on the trail of the assailant, and definitely, he would be arrested. Oyeyemi, an Assistant Superintendent of Police, said when caught, the suspect would be taken to the psychiatric hospita...

President Muhammadu Buhari says he is not aware that the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Ibrahim Idris, left Benue State for Nasarawa State after he was ordered to relocate to the state. President Buhari said this on Monday during a meeting with some stakeholders at the Government House in Makurdi, the Benue State capital. On January 9, the President had ordered the Inspector General of Police to immediately move to Benue State to restore law and order and prevent further loss of lives and properties, due to attacks by herdsmen in the state. Although the IGP visited Benue after the President’s directive, the state government accused him of spending only one day in the state and then proceeding to Nasarawa State and spending several days there. President Buhari who was visiting the state for the first time since suspected herdsmen struck the state on New Year’s Day, killing 73 and reigniting the debate over the herdsmen-farmers clashes, said he was just learning of the alleged...