Author: Brila

French football sensation Kylian Mbappe is reportedly going to donate US$500,000 (NZ$738,000) in World Cup earnings to charity. According to Sports Illustrated, the 19-year-old forward earned about US$22,500 (NZ$33,000) for each of France’s seven World Cup matches, plus a bonus of around US$350,000 (NZ$515,000) after Les Bleus won the title with a 4-2 victory over Croatia. But he apparently won’t be keeping any of it. Instead, according to French news outlet L’Equipe, he will be donating it all to Premiers de Cordee, a charity that provides sports activities to hospitalized and disabled children. Mbappe first formed an association with the charity…

Super Eagles attacking Midfielder, Oghenekaro Etebo has expressed his delight after his very good first day at new club Stoke City’s pre-season training. Etebo who is a Super Eagles’ fan favourite after his amazing performance for the Eagles at the just concluded Russia 2018 FIFA World Cup took to his social media handle to express his excitement. Good first day at training, pleased to be here and excited for the challenge ahead. #Ek #StokeCity 🔴⚪️ pic.twitter.com/JXFQmxFVQP — Etebo Karo (@etebo_karo) July 16, 2018 The former Warri Wolves midfielder has also been handed his favourite jersey Number 8, the…

Super Eagles first choice goalkeeper, Francis Uzoho has resumed early to pre-season training with his La Liga club, Deportivo La Coruna. Uzoho who became the youngest goalkeeper to play for Nigeria at the World Cup has returned to Depor’s training base in Spain and worked with the club’s goalkeeper coach, Yvan Castillo on Monday. Uzoho was one of the early birds to return to training for Deportivo despite participating in the just concluded 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia. He made two senior appearances in the division for the club last season (versus Girona and Eibar), while…

Nigeria’s qualification for the 2018 Africa U20 Nations Cup is still on course despite the Flying Eagles’ 1-1 result in the first-leg away tie against Mauritania, according to assistant Coach, Abdul Maikaba. Ibrahim Babawo put Nigeria ahead 9 minutes inside the first half, but his goal was canceled out by Mohamed Salem three minutes later. The result means Mauritania, who knocked out Morocco and Guinea, will come looking for a better result than they managed at home to progress, but Maikaba told Brila.net that the away goal is a huge advantage to build on. ‘ Mauritania are…

Ahead of the FIFA Women’s U20 World Cup next month, Falconets striker, Rasheedat Ajibade insists Nigeria must be considered as a strong contender. The Falconets finished as runners-up twice in 2010 and 2014, in narrow losses to Germany on both occasions, but this current squad will look to go one better than their predecessors according to Ajibade. The FC Robo striker, who already represents Nigeria at senior level, is optimistic the current team is ready to face any opposition at this year’s tournament. ‘We have put in quality time and energy into our preparation for the world…

Former Chelsea Manager, Antonio Conte has expressed his appreciation to all amazing Chelsea fans for an unforgettable two seasons at West London. Conte, 48, was this week replaced by fellow Italian Maurizio Sarri. He had another year remaining on his contract at Stamford Bridge. In a statement issued by the League Managers Association, Conte said: “I have enjoyed my time in England and London so much and I want to thank the Chelsea fans who have been amazing to me and my family. “It was fantastic for me to be able to share my emotions, passion, and…

Super Eagles defender, Leon Balogun will resume pre-season at Brighton & Hove on Tuesday, July 17, according to Manager Chris Hughton. The 30-year-old defender was handed an extended break after representing the Super Eagles at the football festival in Russia. Balogun went the distance in the three games played by the Super Eagles at the 2018 World Cup and the highlight of his performance was winning a penalty against Argentina, which was converted by Victor Moses. Australia goalkeeper Mathew Ryan and Colombia’s Jose Izquierdo were part of Brighton & Hove’s World Cup contingent. Hughton told the club’s official website on Monday:…

Super Eagles forward Ahmed Musa’s second goal against Iceland has been nominated among 17 other goals for the Goal of the tournament by FIFA. Musa latched on to a long clearance deep from Kenneth Omeruo before leveraging on his speed to outrun his markers before slotting in the second goal. Other goals nominated included Lionel Messi’s opening goal against the Eagles when Argentina beat Nigeria 2-1 and Croatia captain Luka Modric’s goal against Argentina. Fans will choose the overall Goal of the World Cup not later than Monday, July 23.

Football Legend Cristiano Ronaldo is currently undergoing his Juventus medical as the superstar prepares to officially complete his £100million move to join the Old Ladies.  Images released by Juve show their new talisman undertaking the procedures before becoming the latest star name at the Allianz Stadium. Hundreds of excited Juventus supporters welcomed Ronaldo as he arrived at the club’s medical center to complete his £100million move from Real Madrid.

Anthony Joshua will fight Alex Povetkin at Wembley on September 22nd with his fourth stadium fight in succession bringing his total live audience for those spectaculars close to 350,000. The confirmation that Joshua will fulfil his WBA mandatory defence against Povetkin came early on Monday Morning as published by UK Tabloid, Mailonline. This world heavyweight title fight was always more likely than a unification battle with WBC Champion Deontay Wilder. Joshua’s promoter Eddie Hearn insists that his $15m offer to Wilder remains on the table for another Wembley date next April.