The highly anticipated match between Manchester City and Tottenham Hotspur is set to take place on Sunday, December 3, 2023, at the Etihad Stadium in Manchester, England. This clash between two powerhouse teams is expected to be a thrilling encounter, keeping football fans on the edge of their seats.

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The Super Eagles of Nigeria have dropped two spots to 42nd in the latest FIFA World rankings, but they remain the sixth-ranked team in Africa. The drop in ranking comes after the Super Eagles failed to win any of their two 2026 World Cup qualifying matches in November, drawing against Lesotho and Zimbabwe.
Despite the drop in ranking, the Super Eagles are still ahead of some of Africa's top teams, including Ghana, South Africa, and Ivory Coast. However, they are still behind Morocco, Senegal, Tunisia, Algeria, and Egypt.

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In a display of sheer dominance, Nigeria's Super Falcons took control of the 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) qualifiers, thrashing Cape Verde 5-0 in a resounding victory at the Moshood Abiola Stadium in Abuja. The Falcons, nine-time African champions, showcased their prowess and determination, leaving Cape Verde reeling from their offensive onslaught.

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Can United Rescue Their European Campaign with a Bayern Munich Upset?

Manchester United's Champions League campaign is on the brink of collapse after a disappointing draw with Copenhagen. The Red Devils now need to win their final group game against Bayern Munich and hope that there is no winner in the other match between Copenhagen and Galatasaray.
It's a tough ask, but United have a history of pulling off the unexpected. In 1999, they famously beat Bayern Munich in the final of the Champions League. The Red Devils came from a goal down to score two last-gasp goals by Sheringham (90'+1) and Solskjær (90+3). Since then, United have played 8 games against Bayern Munich (W1, D3, L4). Again, in 2019, they came from 1-0 down to beat Paris Saint-Germain in the same competition 3-1 in a round of 16 match.

So, is it possible that United can do it again?

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In a display of quality defending and attacking prowess, Arsenal etched their names into Champions League history with a resounding victory over RC Lens on Wednesday night, setting new benchmarks in the process. The Gunners, fueled by an insatiable hunger for victory, unleashed an offensive onslaught that left Lens bewildered and shellshocked.
Arsenal made history of becoming the first English team to lead by five goals at half-time in a Champions League game. The Gunners also became the first side to have five different goal scorers in the first half of a Champions League game.
From the opening whistle, Arsenal asserted their authority, dictating the tempo and rhythm of the game. Their attacking intent was evident, and it was only a matter of time before the first goal arrived. Kai Havertz, one of the new players of the team, broke the deadlock in the 13th minute. The Gunners doubled the lead at 21 minutes when Gabriel Jesus scored a stunning goal.
Arsenal continued to dominate the game and added three more goals before the break. Bukayo Saka scored the third goal and Gabriel Martinelli the fourth in quick succession before Martin Odegaard, the midfield maestro, capped off a remarkable first half with Arsenal's fifth goal.
The Gunners continued to press for more goals in the second half but it wasn't until the 86th minute that Jorginho scored from the spot to make it 6-0 to Arsenal before full-time.
Arsenal's victory was not just about the goals; it was a complete team performance. The Gunners were defensively solid, controlling possession with ease and suffocating Lens' attacking threat. Their passing was crisp and precise, creating openings with surgical precision.
This historic victory will undoubtedly serve as a catalyst for Arsenal's Champions League campaign. The Gunners have sent a resounding message to their rivals – they are a force to be reckoned with, and they are determined to make their mark on Europe's most prestigious club competition.
Here is an outline of Arsenal's records set from the victory against Lens:
Became the first team to score five goals in the first half of a Champions League away game
Became the first team to have five different goal scorers in a Champions League away game.

Conclusion:
Arsenal's victory over RC Lens was a night to remember, a night when the Gunners showcased their attacking prowess and set new records in the Champions League. With five different goal scorers and a five-goal halftime lead, Arsenal sent a clear message to their rivals – they are a force to be reckoned with in Europe's most prestigious club competition.
Arsenal will visit PSV Eindhoven for their last group stage match on 12th December.
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The UEFA Champions League group stage is nearing its conclusion, and Matchday 5 saw some exciting matches and surprising results. Here is a roundup of the results from Matchday 5, along with a recap of the most notable moments:

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Erling Haaland, the Norwegian striker, has cemented his status as one of the most prolific goalscorers in football history with his recent Champions League feat. In just 35 appearances, Haaland has reached the staggering milestone of 40 goals, becoming the quickest player to achieve this remarkable feat in the competition's history ousting Ruud van Nistelrooy, the previous record holder, by 10 fewer goals. His incredible goalscoring prowess has not only propelled his journey to climbing the top of the Champions League's all-time scoring charts but has also left fans and experts alike in awe of his exceptional talent.
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Arsenal youth player Chido Obi-Martin made history on Saturday as he scored an incredible ten goals in his side's 14-3 victory over Liverpool's under-16s. The 15-year-old striker was in sensational form and helped the Gunners to a comprehensive victory.

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🗣️ Raheem Sterling: "My Mum is a proper warrior. She knows how to make it in this world. She’s probably the most streetwise person I know. She sat me down one day, and she said, “Look, I love you. But I don’t feel you should go to Arsenal.”

I said, “Ehhhh?”

She said, “If you go there, there’s going to be 50 players who are just as good as you. You’ll just be a number. You need to go somewhere where you can work your way up.”

She convinced me to go to QPR, and it was probably the best decision I ever made. At QPR, they didn’t let me slip up. But it was quite hard for my family because my mum would never let me go to training alone. And she always had to work, so my sister would have to take me all the way out to Heathrow.

Three buses. The 18 to the 182 to the 140. We’d leave at 3:15 and get home at 11 p.m. Every. Single. Day. She’d sit upstairs in the little cafe and chill until I was done with training. Imagine being 17 years old and doing that for your little brother. And I never once heard her say, “Nah.

What Experts Have Said About Everton's 10 Points Deduction

Everton's 10-point deduction by the Premier League for breaching Financial Fair Play (FFP) rules has sent shockwaves through the football world. The club's future now hangs in the balance, and many experts have shared their thoughts on the situation.

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Everton have been handed a 10-point penalty by the Premier League for breaching Financial Fair Play (FFP) rules. The club was found to have exceeded acceptable losses in the 2021-22 season, and as a result, they have been docked points immediately.
This is a massive blow for Everton, who were already struggling near the bottom of the table. The 10-point deduction will send them crashing to the bottom of the league and are now 19th in the table making it very difficult for them to avoid relegation.

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