Category: Sports

Edo Queens, the reigning champions of the Nigeria Women Football League, have taken a major step towards the CAF Women’s Champions League title after defeating Mamelodi Sundowns of South Africa with a score of 2-1 on Saturday. The team, led by Coach Moses Aduku, topped Group B with seven points from three matches, earning them…

Heartland Coach Unfazed by Venue Change for NPFL Match against Kano Pillars The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Matchday 12 fixture between Heartland and Kano Pillars, originally scheduled to take place at Katsina’s temporary ground, has been relocated to Sani Abacha Stadium in Kano. Despite this unexpected shift, Heartland’s coach, Charles Uzor, remains focused on…

Olympique Lyonnais, the French football club, is on the brink of demotion to Ligue 2, with their financial struggles posing a serious threat to their continued success in the top tier. In addition to this, Lyon has been slapped with a transfer ban, prohibiting them from signing new players in the upcoming January transfer window….

Edo State Governor Godwin Obaseki Congratulates Edo Queens on CAF Women’s Champions League Semifinal Berth Edo Queens, the Nigerian women’s football team, has made history by securing a spot in the semifinals of the CAF Women’s Champions League in Morocco. The team’s remarkable comeback against defending champions Mamelodi Sundowns, with a 2-1 victory in their…

Robin van Persie Rules Out Return to Arsenal, Citing Manchester United Move Ron van Persie, the former Arsenal and Netherlands national team striker, has put to rest any speculation about a potential return to the Premier League club. In a recent interview, he made it clear that the door is shut on any opportunities to…

Nineteen Teams Lock in Spots for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco The road to the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) has reached a milestone, with 19 countries securing their places in the prestigious tournament. The exciting journey is far from over, as the remaining five teams will join the qualified national…

The stage was set for a thrilling conclusion to Group B at Larbi Zaouli Stadium in Casablanca, where Edo Queens staged an unforgettable comeback to defeat reigning champions Mamelodi Sundowns 2-1. The match got off to a shocking start for Edo Queens, who found themselves trailing 1-0 thanks to Melinda Kgadiete’s 24th-minute strike for Sundowns….

The Nigerian Super Eagles will be facing Rwanda in their 2025 AFCON qualifying final match without some crucial players. Stanley Nwabali, the team’s reliable goalkeeper, will be missing the game due to family commitments following the recent passing of his father. Meanwhile, wingback Ola Aina has returned to England to prepare for a Premier League…

Jake Paul and Mike Tyson Split a Record-Breaking $60 Million in their Exhibition Match The highly anticipated exhibition match between YouTuber Jake Paul and boxing legend Mike Tyson ended in a stunning financial success, with both fighters walking away with significant paydays. Jake Paul, 27, emerged victorious, securing a unanimous decision win over Tyson with…

Lagos State House of Assembly Speaker Emphasizes Importance of Sports for Nation’s Growth Dr. Mudashiru Obasa, the Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, recently highlighted the significant benefits of sports in promoting national growth and development. In his remarks at the opening ceremony of the Obasa Games 2024, the Speaker emphasized that sports…

Jake Paul Secures an Impressive Victory Against Boxing Legend Mike Tyson Renowned YouTuber, Jake Paul, has proved his mettle in the boxing world by defeating former boxing icon, Mike Tyson, in a highly anticipated match at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. The judges’ unanimous decision favored Paul, with scores of 80-72, 79-73, and 79-73. This…

Alex Iwobi’s Music Tease Takes Center Stage Despite Super Eagles’ Africa Cup of Nations Qualifying Campaign Alex Iwobi’s teammate, Samuel Chukwueze, and former teammate, Victor Boniface, couldn’t help themselves as they asked Iwobi to serenade their dinner companions at the camp in Ivory Coast with a snippet of his latest tune, ‘What’s Luv.’ Although Iwobi…

Juventus Terminates Paul Pogba’s Contract Amid Doping Ban According to Naijawebinfo, Juventus has announced the termination of Paul Pogba’s contract, effective November 30, 2024. The decision comes as the French midfielder prepares to return to action after serving an 18-month doping ban. In a statement, the Serie A club revealed that they and Pogba have…

Nigeria’s Super Eagles Forward Victor Osimhen Matches Legendary Scoring Feat In a thrilling encounter, Victor Osimhen, the talented Nigerian forward, achieved a remarkable milestone by matching the impressive tally of Segun Odegbami, a retired football icon, to become one of Nigeria’s all-time top scorers. This milestone was reached during the intense match between the Super…

Nigeria’s Super Eagles Hit Unexpected Roadblock on Return Journey from Abidjan The Super Eagles of Nigeria, led by head coach Augustine Eguavoen, faced an unexpected delay during their return journey from Abidjan on Friday, pushing back their travel plans to Uyo by several hours. The team had just battled it out against Benin Republic in…

Ikorodu City Set to Face Shooting Stars in Highly Anticipated NPFL Derby This weekend, the South-West Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) will see Ikorodu City take on Shooting Stars in a thrilling derby match at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena in Lagos. The Oga Boys are riding a wave of momentum, having gone unbeaten in their…

The Amavubi, Rwanda’s national football team, touched down in Uyo, Nigeria today, as they prepare for a high-stakes 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against the formidable Super Eagles. This pivotal match is a must-win for the East African team, who face a uphill battle to reach the 2025 tournament. Last Thursday’s narrow 1-0 loss…

Gernot Rohr Expects Nigeria to Play Key Role in Benin Republic’s AFCON Qualification Hopes In the wake of their hard-fought 1-1 draw against Nigeria, Benin Republic coach Gernot Rohr and his squad are focused on the tasks ahead. The match in Abidjan saw the Benin Republic take an early lead through Mohamed Tijani’s impressive 16th-minute…

Bayer Leverkusen Congratulates Nigeria’s Super Eagles on 2025 AFCON Qualification The reigning Bundesliga champions, Bayer Leverkusen, have extended their best wishes to Nigeria’s Super Eagles and their star striker Victor Boniface on their successful qualification for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). The Super Eagles, who have won the tournament three times, secured their…