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I want to win Ballon d’Or for my people – Salah

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2 months ago

May 10, 2025

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Liverpool ace, Mohamed Salah has said he wants to win the Ballon d’Or for his people.

Salah has been incredible for the Reds so far this season.

The Egyptian international has netted 33 goals and provided 23 assists in just 49 games for Arne Slot’s side.

He helped Liverpool win their 20th league title this season.

But Liverpool’s Champions League and Carabao Cup exits have gone against Salah’s Ballon d’Or prospects.

Speaking with France Football, Salah, 32, said (via GFFN): “It’s not in my hands but obviously, one day I would like to win the Ballon d’Or for my people.

“When you come from a village in Egypt, as a child, it is difficult to dream of the Ballon d’Or.

“It was when I came to Liverpool that I started to think that, maybe, one day… But if I don’t win it, my career will still be successful.

“I’m only 32, several winners in recent years have been in their thirties. So, who knows? And then, next season promises to be exciting with the defence of our title with Liverpool and the Champions League, the CAN with Egypt and the World Cup.”

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UEFA announce moment of silence for Diogo Jota, André Silva

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12 hours ago

July 3, 2025

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UEFA have announced a moment of silence in memory of Diogo Jota and his brother André Silva, who sadly passed away on Thursday.

In the early hours of Thursday, both football stars died as a result of a car crash in Zamora, Spain.

In a post on their website, UEFA said a moment of silence will be observed at all UEFA Women’s EURO 2025 games taking place today and tomorrow in memory of the late players.

Reacting to the tragic news, President of UEFA, Aleksander Čeferin, said: “Just three weeks ago, I had the honour of presenting Diogo Jota with a medal after the UEFA Nations League final, a moment of joy, pride, and celebration that’ll now forever be burned in memory with sorrow.

“Rest in peace, dear Diogo. You’ll not be forgotten.”

Just last month, Jota got married to his long-time girlfriend, Rute Cardoso, in Porto.

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EPL: We’re devastated – Liverpool react to Diogo Jota’s death

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22 hours ago

July 3, 2025

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Liverpool Football Club have reacted to the death of their forward Diogo Jota.

In a tweet via their officially X account on Thursday, the Premier League champions expressed sadness over the Portuguese’s death.

“Liverpool Football Club are devastated by the tragic passing of Diogo Jota,” Liverpool tweeted.

Jota and his brother Andre died after car accident in the province of Zamora in Spain, on Thursday.

The sad news is coming less than two weeks after got married to Rute Cardoso, in Porto, Portugal.

Jota, 28, had won the English Premier League title with Liverpool last season.

He was on holiday ahead of the new 2025/26 season before the tragic news of his death.

Jota, who is expected to be buried in the coming days, had three children with Cardoso.

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Kano Pillars appoint new management for youth teams

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2 days ago

July 2, 2025

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Kano Pillars have constituted a new management team for the Junior Pillars as well as its U-19, U-15 and U-13 teams.

Ibrahim Musa has been appointed as the technical adviser of Junior Pillars, while Saleh Garzali will take charge as head coach.

The U-19 side will be managed by Usman Ikramatu and Ahmed Mustapha, while Habu Kamara assumes the role of team manager.

Suleiman Ibrahim Yakasai (Lajin) has been tasked with overseeing the U-15 team, bringing his wealth of experience to guide the young talents.

At the U-13 level, Coach Nura Platini and Tasiu Pele will lead the technical team, ensuring the earliest stages of player development receive the highest standard of coaching and mentorship.

The restructuring is aimed at aligning the club’s youth development philosophy with global best practices.

Ekwutosblog recalls that Kano Pillars U-19 team took part in the inaugural edition of the National Youth League Super Cup tournament in Lagos.