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Who are the Standouts in Scoring – The Champions League 2017

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Each season, the Champions League sees a new list of star players, especially in terms of goals. So, who are managing to stand out in the 2017 season and are poised to finish at the top of the list? We’ll take a look at a few of the top scorers in the league so you know who to watch out for, and who is worth finding a bookie and placing bets on.

The Latest Round-of-16 Results

It’s official, the latest round-of-16 results are in and we’ve got the list of the top goal scorers. Many of the names will come as no surprise, while others may manage to be a bit unexpected. What might really interest you is how many players are tied for fourth place.

Lionel Messi – Continues to Deliver

Sitting comfortably in first place with 10 goals is Lionel Messi. Anyone who knows Messi knows that him being at the top of the list is no fluke. He consistently manages to get on the list and follow through for Barcelona time and time again. There’s a good chance he’ll be adding to his goal total as early as next week.

This 29 year old forward is the captain of Argentina’s national team and has often been called one of the greatest players of all time – in the whole world. That is super-star status to its fullest.

Edison Cavani – Bringing Home the Goals for PSG

Edison Cavani is currently sitting in second place with seven goals this season. Born in Uruguay he plays for Paris Saint-Germain as well as his country’s national team. This 30 year old striker isn’t letting his age slow him down, as he’s playing in peak form it seems. Together with his wingers – Julian Draxler and Angel Di Maria – the trio is said to be a fearsome attacking combo.

Look for him to continue to shine through the rest of the season and even help his club to be a serious Champions League contender.

Robert Lewandowski – a Formidable Advisory

Sitting in third on the charts is Robert Lewandowski with an impressive five goals so far. Lewandowski is a 28 year old striker who was born in Poland. He plays for Bayern Munich in Germany, and is also the captain of the Poland national team.

He’s actually been throwing out the challenges to Arsenal as of late, warning the club that if Bayern Munich continues to play at the top of their game, then Arsenal is in for a real competition. If anyone can stand behind his words with actions, it’s Lewandowski.

Fourth Place – a Seven Way Tie

As mentioned, fourth place is where it gets really busy with seven star players sliding into the slot. Each of the players has four goals this season. You’ve got Mesut Ozil who plays for Arsenal, Riyad Mahrez who plays for Leicester City, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang with Borussia Dortmund, Karim Benzema with Real Madrid, Arda Turan who plays with Barcelona, Dries Mertens with Napoli, and rounding out the list is Andre Silva with Porto.

What’s interesting is just how many different clubs are represented in the top four list. Of course, Barcelona has a real edge thanks to two of its players showing up on the list (Messi and Arda Turan).

Moving Forward

As the season continues to play out, expect for these players to add even more to their goal totals and possibly move around in their ranking. Each of the clubs is sure to make the most of their top scorers, giving them plenty of playing time and opportunity to get more goals.

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Royal Father Endorses PH Arsenal Community, Pledges To Support

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The Amanyanabo of Koniju town, in Okrika Local Government Area, Rivers State, His Royal Majesty, King Winston Odiye Alamina Oputibeya XII, has expressed satisfaction over the activities of Port Harcourt Arsenal Community.
He further said that bringing Arsenal fans together for a common purpose, which is love, unity, and peace, is commendable and pledges to support the community in his own little way.
HRM Oputibeya said this when some members of the community, led by Ugochukwu Oputa, paid him a courtesy visit in his house in Port Harcourt yesterday.
According to him, he started supporting and following Arsenal Football Club some decades back, saying that anybody who loves good football must love Arsenal because players in Arsenal play good football.
“I was longing to meet leaders of the community to also be part of it because I like their organizational structure and I love Arsenal.
“The activities of the Port Harcourt Arsenal Community for me are satisfactory; that is why I am associating with it.
“I would like members to conduct themselves in a civil manner because football fans all over are the progress of their club and love,” he said.
Earlier, the coordinator of the Port Harcourt community, Ugochukwu Oputa, thanked the royal father for accepting the community, assuring that the group will do her best to get recognition and connection with Arsenal FC in London.
Oputa narrated the activities lined up by the community on Saturday, saying that everything had been put in place for the street procession.
In his vote of thanks, a member of the Arsenal Community, Com. Tonye Orabere also thanked the Amanyanbo for his magnanimity and pledged to assist the community. He prays God to continue to bless him.
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PH To Host 2026 NWFL Super Six

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The Nigeria Women Football League has announced Port Harcourt as the host city for the 2026 Premiership Super Six, marking the first time the season-ending tournament will be held in Rivers State.

In a statement released by the league, the competition is scheduled to take place from Friday, June 5 to Sunday, June 14, 2026, with six clubs set to battle for the league title at the end of the 2025/26 season.

NWFL Chief Operating Officer, Modupe Shabi, said the choice of Port Harcourt reflects the Rivers State Government’s continued support for women’s football and its successful hosting of the league’s Annual General Assembly last year.

The Super Six tournament will feature the top three teams from Group A and Group B of the regular season competing in a round-robin format, with each club playing five matches over nine days.

Qualified teams for the competition include defending champions Bayelsa Queens, Edo Queens, Rivers Angels, Robo Queens, Nasarawa Amazons, and debutants Abia Angels.

The NWFL Premiership has produced four different winners in the last five editions, with Rivers Angels winning in 2021, Bayelsa Queens claiming the title in 2022 and 2025, Delta Queens triumphing in 2023, and Edo Queens emerging champions in 2024.

The league also urged participating clubs to comply with all competition regulations and directives ahead of the championship. The Super Six will determine Nigeria’s representative for the WAFU-B qualifiers for a place at the 2026 CAF Women’s Champions League and ultimately the 2027 FIFA Women’s Champions Cup.

Teams are expected to arrive on Friday, June 5, when the draw ceremony and pre-match meeting will also take place. Matchdays are scheduled for June 6, 8, 10, 12, and 14, with rest days in between before the tournament concludes with the trophy presentation ceremony.

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Khana, Akpajo All-Stars Set For Friendly  Match ” Morrow” 

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Khana All Stars FC in the Khana Local Government Area, Rivers State, will tomorrow host Akpajo All Stars in a friendly football match at the Ken Saro-Wiwa Polytechnic, Bori, football pitch.
The return leg of the friendly game promises to be exciting and entertaining as both teams are prepared.
Speaking in an exclusive interview with Tidesports yesterday in Port Harcourt, the chairman of Khana All Stars FC, Saro Tap-le, said preparations for the game are in top gear.
According to him, they will use the match to honour and decorate their patron, the Chairman of Khana LGA, Dr. Bariere Thomas.
He said the encounter won’t be an easy one, knowing that Akpaoju All Stars are coming with full force to win the match.
“We played in Akpajo before, and they hosted us well, so tomorrow is our day to host them back. We are doing everything possible to give them a good fight. All arrangements for hosting them are in top gear.
“There is no cause for alarm. We are doing our best to host them in a big way. It is an All-Stars game, so winning is not the most important thing. What matters is the relationship we will create.
“You know, in the first encounter they defeated us 2-0, so tomorrow we will do our best to ensure we repay the scoreline.
“I think my teammates are training very hard for the game. Despite the fact that it’s not all about winning, we are going to surprise them,” Saro Tap-le stated.
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