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We all know players and coaches don’t always go along all the time due to disagreement over certain issues. Jose Mourinho was recently sacked after his relationship with Paul Pogba deteriorated. There were other reasons but his failure to get the best out of such a key player made his continued stay untenable.

Let’s see some player-coach burst-up in recent history.

Van Gaal against Rafael- Man United
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Rafael Da Silva was enjoying his football at Manchester United until Dutch Coach Louis Van Gaal arrived at the club. The two did not get along well and according to the defender, it had nothing to do with his performance. The former Barcelona and Bayern Munich Coach did not like Brazilians after a poor relationship with a few of them during his time at Camp Nou.

Rafael said:

“I know that he didn’t like me, but if that’s because I’m Brazilian, I don’t know.

“I know this history that he doesn’t like Brazilians, but I can’t say ‘Oh, he doesn’t like Brazilians’

“I don’t know, sincerely. I don’t know what to say about that, because I was the only one since Anderson left before.”

“I did the complete season when he [Ferguson] left. In 2012-13 I played almost every game, it was my best season at United, we were even champions.

“And that’s when they changed the manager. That change was fatal for me. I was going well, then Ferguson left.

“That’s what changed, so Valencia started playing as a right-back for Van Gaal. He’s also a great player, but I was doing well in that position.”

Mick McCarthy against Roy Keane- R. Ireland
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In 2002, Republic of Ireland Captain Roy Keane was not happy with the Coaching staff. The no-nonsense Manchester United star at the time wanted to quit the national team few hours after arriving in Japan for World Cup. The reason was simple, they wanted the players to train on the same day they arrived after a tiring 17 hours journey from Europe.

The midfielder agreed to stay after a phone conversation with Sir Alex Ferguson but later he spoke to the media. The Coach coincidentally arrived when he was speaking to the press and the skipper rage was directed towards him.

“I didn’t rate you as a player,” Keane said.

“I don’t rate you as a manager and I don’t rate you as a person. You can stick the World Cup up your b*******.”

Ruud Gullit against Alan Shearer- Newcastle

Premier League all-time best scorer Alan Shearer once made a manager get sacked. The Newcastle United legend did not rate Dutch Coach Ruud Gullit and the Coach did not fancy him either. The two were involved in a tug of war and this time the player won. The tipping point was a 2-1 defeat against local rivals Sunderland in 1999/2000 season. The Coach had decided to drop the famous striker and the fans were not happy after the defeat. The AC Milan and Chelsea legend was sacked shortly after the game.

Gullit said:

“It was plain he didn’t want to play for me. I told him to his face he was the most overrated player I have ever seen.”

Van Gaal against Lucio – Bayern Munich

Inter Milan signed Lucio from Bayern Munich in 2009 and he helped defeat his former team in UEFA Champions League in 2010. The Brazilian was not happy with how Louis Van Gaal pushed him out of the Bundesliga team. He was enjoying his game but the Dutchman poor relationship with him meant he had to leave. Jose Mourinho took advantage and they delivered a treble a year later.

“It’s a known fact that every trainer has his own ideas and methods. However, Van Gaal simply treated me disrespectfully. I deserved better than this.”

“Van Gaal hurt me more than anyone else in football. He didn’t even speak with me before making it clear that I was no longer needed. That’s really disappointing. I had a beautiful time at Bayern and we won a lot of trophies. Nevertheless, it’s just not right how things went. I won the Confederations Cup twice, I’ve been a World Champion with Brazil and I was crowned best defender of the Bundesliga. I’m not a youngster who needs to prove his worth to a new coach.”

Sir Alex Ferguson against David Beckham- Man United
In the early 2000s, David Beckham was reportedly more famous than the Queen of England. The winger was enjoying his football at Manchester United. The media could not get enough of him but his boss Sir Alex Ferguson was not happy with it. He wanted the player to concentrate more on his football.

 

In 2003, the relationship between the two was irreconcilable and David Beckham was sold to Real Madrid against his will. There are reports that Fergie threw a boot towards him. He got a cut above his eye. The legendary Scott had seen the winger come through the ranks at Old Trafford and there was no way the manager was going to let his ego get in the team.

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Victor Osimhen May Consider Saudi Arabia Move

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There’s a rumour swirling around Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen. It’s a tale of past success, present uncertainty, and a hefty price tag. Osimhen’s chapter at Napoli could be coming to a close. Their final game of the season ended in a disappointing draw, and rumours are swirling that the striker might be looking for new pastures.

Victor Osimhen, shining star, then a bump in the road

Osimhen has undeniably been a bright spot for Napoli. He played a key role in their 2022/23 Serie A championship win, even claiming the top scorer title that season. However, this past season wasn’t Napoli’s strongest, and Osimhen’s goal tally dipped to 15. Despite this, his talent hasn’t gone unnoticed.

A shopping list of seekers for Victor Osimhen

Victor Osimhen remains a hot asset, attracting interest from some of Europe’s biggest clubs. Arsenal, Paris Saint-Germain, Manchester United, and Liverpool have all reportedly expressed their desire to sign the striker.

The Premier League dream, or a lucrative detour?

According to Italian journalist Valter De Maggio, Osimhen’s ideal destination seems to be the Premier League, with Arsenal topping his list. However, his transfer fee is a staggering €130 million, which might make the Gunners hesitate. If a move to England falls through, De Maggio suggests Osimhen might be swayed by the financial muscle of clubs in the Middle East, particularly those in Saudi Arabia.

National team duty and a decision to be made

With the club season wrapped up, Osimhen is currently enjoying a well-deserved break. He’ll soon be rejoining the Nigerian national team for their upcoming World Cup qualifiers. But before he steps onto the international stage again, a big decision looms – will he become an Arsenal player, or will his talents be showcased elsewhere? Only time will tell what Osimhen’s future holds.

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Ronaldo Breaks Saudi Pro League Scoring Record

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In his final game of the season, playing for his team, Al Nassr, Cristiano Ronaldo scored two goals. These goals weren’t just any goals though! They were his 34th and 35th of the season, which achieved something remarkable.

By scoring these two goals, Ronaldo became the league’s top scorer for the entire season, breaking the previous record!

“I don’t follow the records, the records follow me,” the 39-year-old Portuguese forward tweeted afterwards.

Cristiano Ronaldo had a big night during his final game of the season for his team Al Nassr. He scored two goals. The first one came very late in the first half, just as extra time was being added on. The second one was a powerful header in the 69th minute. These two goals helped Al Nassr win the game 4-2 against Al Ittihad.

But that’s not all!

Ronaldo’s goals were even more special because they made him the league’s top scorer for the entire season. He scored a record-breaking 35 goals, beating the old record of 34 goals which was set by a player named Abderrazak Hamdallah in the 2018-19 season.

This achievement is even more impressive because Ronaldo’s team, Al Nassr, actually finished second place in the league. The champions were Al Hilal, who were far ahead with a 14-point lead.

Ronaldo joined Al Nassr in December of last year, which was the start of a trend where many famous players from other countries came to the Saudi league to play for a lot of money.

Despite playing in a new league, Ronaldo is still a star on the international stage. He was recently chosen to play for Portugal in the European Championship which will be held in Germany next month.

This will be his 11th international tournament, an incredible feat! He also holds the record for most appearances and goals scored in men’s international football, with a whopping 206 appearances and 128 goals.

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Nwabali Wants “Another Challenge” At Bigger Club

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Stanley Nwabali, the goalkeeper for Nigeria’s national team (the Super Eagles), is looking to switch teams. He wants a new challenge and a chance to play for a bigger club next season.

This desire comes after Nwabali’s impressive performance at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, where Nigeria took home the silver medal. His strong showing has caught the attention of several teams.

One club that has been mentioned most often is the Kaizer Chiefs.

This South African team is currently undergoing a rebuilding phase. Nwabali might be the missing piece they’re looking for. The question remains: can they convince him to join their team?

“Well, everyone would love to leave because when you are in some position, you need to grow,” the 27-year-old Nwabali said.

“Like everyone in my position, I would like to grow more. I’m talking about clubs higher than this [bigger than Chippa United] because I have been giving my all to my club this season.

“I just wish to have another challenge at some other place. To be honest, this season has been one of best seasons of my football career inside Chippa and outside Chippa.”

“This season, Chippa has been nice to me and being part of this family. We found ourselves ending the season better than the previous season. This season was one of the best seasons for me,” he continued.

The potential move to Kaizer Chiefs for Stanley Nwabali is interesting because of the current situation with their goalkeepers.

Uncertain pecking order

Right now, Brandon Petersen is the backup, with Bruce Bvuma holding the starting position. This could change, however.

Veteran goalkeeper Itumeleng Khune, who has been with the club for an impressive 25 years, is rumoured to be leaving soon. This unexpected opening creates a prime opportunity for a new starting goalie to step in.

Competition and a potential starting role for Nwabali

If Nwabali joins Kaizer Chiefs, he would likely be competing directly with Bvuma for the coveted starting spot. With Khune’s potential departure, Nwabali might see this as a golden opportunity to solidify himself as the main goalkeeper.

His talent and recent performance on the international stage would certainly make him a strong contender.

Adding another layer to the story, Nwabali is about to return to Nigeria to join his national team for a crucial FIFA World Cup qualifier against none other than South Africa. This upcoming match holds some extra weight.

Nwabali’s impressive performance against South Africa at the recent Africa Cup of Nations was a big reason they weren’t able to reach the finals. South Africa will likely be looking to settle the score this time around, making this qualifier an exciting clash with a bit of history repeating itself.

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