Exploring Nigeria to discover their amazing love of football

Nigeria is the most popular black country in the world. The country is situated in west Africa and much of the population are youths.

Visiting the country for the first time will expose you to some of the loving nature of the country. Nigerians generally are lovely, they welcome visitors with open arms. You can look for a guide to take you around and also explore some of the exciting national heritages.

One of the most favourite places to visit in Nigeria is Lagos. Lagos is the commercial centre of Nigeria. This is where you want to be. One catching feature of Lagos are the youths hustling to get their daily bread. Despite this hustle, they still find time to unwind.

The most popular way is playing football. You hardly visit any street in Lagos without seeing one or two local fields. You see both old and young enjoying their time by watching interesting game of soccer. Some of Nigerian great players played in the streets of Lagos before going abroad. Taiye Taiwo a former Marseille Captain is a notable player that played in the streets of Lagos.

Those footballs are interesting and we have seen many individuals set up inter street competitions to foster unity.

Football might originate from England, but football is life in Nigeria and Lagos to be precise.

Travelling to Lagos is quite easy with Timbu. You can easily check the flights available from your country of residence here. You can also check out some of the hotels that may be of interest to you when you arrive at Lagos here.

Daily 2 odds

League ➡ Spanish la liga
Teams ➡ A.bilbao vs Leganes
Tip ➡ A.bilbao win

League ➡ Spanish la liga
Teams ➡ Real betis vs A.madrid
Tip ➡ A.madrid win

Stake ➡ 10,000
Return ➡ 23,200

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5000 to 50,000 challenge

Day 2

League ➡ France ligue 1
Teams ➡ Nice vs Angers
Tip ➡ Nice draw no bet

Stake ➡ 6,250
Return ➡ 8,125

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DAY 1

LEAGUE ➡ SPANISH LA LIGA
TEAMS ➡ OSASUNA VS GRANADA
TIP ➡ OSASUNA Draw No Bet

Stake ➡ 5,000
Return ➡ 6,250

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Riyad Mahrez has penalty disallowed for Leicester against Manchester City… as he made contact with the ball twice after slipping

The Algerian superbly won the spot-kick after being hauled down by Gael Clichy but had goal chalked off in bizarre situation

RIYAD MAHREZ had his penalty disallowed for Leicester against Manchester City… as he kicked it twice after slipping.

The Algerian star superbly won the spot-kick after being hauled down by Gael Clichy, but had goal chalked off in bizarre circumstances.

Riyad Mahrez's penalty was ruled out after he appeared to kick the ball twice

Riyad Mahrez's penalty was ruled out after he appeared to kick the ball twice
After stuttering in his run-up, Mahrez slipped but somehow managed to get a good enough connection to see the ball rifle into the top left corner of the net.



However, seconds later referee Bobby Madley blew his whistle, much to the Leicester players' bemusement.

On review, it's clear Mahrez made TWO contacts with the ball after he slipped and knocked the ball into his right leg.

Riyad Mahrez slipped but still saw the ball fly into the top corner of the net

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Riyad Mahrez slipped but still saw the ball fly into the top corner of the net
Referee Bobby Madley immediately ruled out the spot-kick attempt

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Referee Bobby Madley immediately ruled out the spot-kick attempt
The ball then somehow made it's way into the back of the net, but would not stand.

With the game poised at 2-1, that ruled out equaliser could prove to be a massive boost for City – and a huge blow for clubs around them in the table, such as Liverpool, Arsenal and Manchester United.

The incident echoes another very similar incident from earlier this week, when Antoine Griezmann scored from the spot against Real Madrid in the Champions League semi-final.

Riyad Mahrez made two connections with the ball on his chance to equalise


Riyad Mahrez made two connections with the ball on his chance to equalise
Leicester furiously protested the decision to rule out Riyad Mahrez's penalty

Leicester furiously protested the decision to rule out Riyad Mahrez's penalty
The Frenchman's standing leg connected with the ball as he struck it past Keylor Navas, who got a hand to it.

The goal should not have stood, but was allowed to count as Atletico eventually crashed out of Europe.

Back in 2004, Middlesbrough had a penalty count in the League Cup final against Bolton – despite Bolo Zenden doing exactly what Mahrez did on Saturday.

Frank Lampard predicts Antonio Conte will build great Chelsea dynasty

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Frank Lampard has backed Antonio Conte to build a dynasty at Chelsea after the Blues wrapped up the Premier League title with victory at West Brom.

Former Italy boss Conte has now won four-successive domestic titles as a manager after his triple success at Juventus between 2012 and 2014.

Conte's future at Stamford Bridge remains far from certain, though, with Inter Milan reportedly coveting the 47-year-old.

The ex-Juventus midfielder is likely to be offered a new contract at Chelsea, 12 months into the three-year deal he signed on joining last July.

And Lampard, who won three Premier League titles with the Blues, believes the Italian has all the ingredients to lead the club to lasting success should he stay.

Asked if he thought Conte could go on to build a dynasty, former Chelsea midfielder Lampard said: "I think so.

"If you're a Chelsea fan that's what you're hoping for now. The way he's held himself this year and the results have been different class.

"I think he's going to be backed, and he does need backing. It's a great squad of players they've got there. Maybe a freshen up, don't lose your best players and add one or two at the top end.''
Lampard Terry Chelsea title 170512 Frank Lampard congratulates former Chelsea teammate John Terry after the Blues secured the Premier League title.
Lampard, who left Stamford Bridge in 2014 to join Manchester City, claimed Chelsea were deserved champions but warned they might find it tougher next term.

Speaking to Sky Sports after Chelsea's 1-0 win against the Baggies on Friday, Lampard added: "They are by far the strongest team this year.

"The consistency, the desire, the quality in the team -- they deserve it, and they deserve that moment with their own fans.

"It will be a big test next year. The formation they play won't be a surprise for anybody and all the other teams behind them will be back stronger.''

Lampard, Chelsea's record goalscorer, won his three titles alongside club captain John Terry, who will leave the club this summer after a 19-year career at Stamford Bridge.

Former England captain Terry has now won five Premier League titles and Lampard suggested the 36-year-old's influence will be tough to replace.

"If he's going to leave this is the year to do it,'' said 38-year-old Lampard.

"He hasn't played a huge part on the pitch, but the part he's played behind the scenes, I know for a fact, once he goes, everyone will appreciate him even more.

"Someone has to take the mantle now. He's such a big miss for them. Gary Cahill, maybe he'll step up even more now, but John Terry is so important for this club.''

5,000 to 50,000 challenge

Rolling acca

League ➡ La liga
Teams ➡ Espanyol vs Valencia
Tip ➡ Over 1.5goals 2+

Stake ➡ 5,000
Return ➡ 5,900

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