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A Thrilling English Premier League Matchday Awaits: Friday, November 29, and Beyond! Kickoff starts at 9 pm Nigeria time today, Friday, November 29, with Brighton preparing to face off against a struggling Southampton team at their Falmer Stadium home ground. As one of the Premier League’s bottom three teams, Southampton are under immense pressure to…
Football Stars Shine at FIFA’s Prestigious Awards as Nominations Announced for 2024 Honors Football’s biggest stars have earned nods for the highly acclaimed 2024 FIFA Awards, with Nigerian players taking center stage. The recognition, announced by FIFA recently, highlights the outstanding achievements of the players over the past year. Among those nominated is Ademola Lookman,…
Liverpool Streaks Ahead in UEFA Champions League with Thrilling Victory Over Real Madrid In a phenomenal display of football, Liverpool secured a commanding 2-0 win over holders Real Madrid at Anfield, propelling themselves into the top spot in Group A. This impressive record of five wins from as many matches in the Champions League group…
The UEFA Champions League is entering its most crucial phase, with the top eight teams poised to advance to the knockout stages. After five rounds of matches, the group standings are taking shape, and some teams are starting to make their mark. Liverpool’s impressive performance against reigning champions Real Madrid has propelled them to the…
Bayer Leverkusen Winger Longs to Return to Super Eagles Ranks Nathan Tella, a 25-year-old winger with a strong desire to contribute to Nigeria’s football team, the Super Eagles, has expressed his eagerness to once again don the national jersey. His latest ambition stems from his last appearance in November 2023, during the 2026 FIFA World…
Nigeria’s FIFA Ranking Takes a Hit A disappointing string of performances has led to a significant decline in Nigeria’s FIFA ranking, with the team plummeting eight positions to 44th globally. The Super Eagles now sit on 1482.23 points, a drop from their previous total of 1503. Domestically, Nigeria finds itself in fifth place among African…
Nasarawa United’s technical director, Kabiru Dogo, is pleased with the team’s progress following a 2-1 victory over Bendel Insurance, which snapped a four-game winless streak. According to Dogo, the team’s dedication and hard work have been reflected in their improved performance. After the match, Dogo emphasized the importance of confidence and momentum, saying: “I’m incredibly…
Real Madrid’s team bus was involved in a traffic incident on the M40 motorway in England, connecting London, Oxford, and Birmingham. Fortunately, no players or staff were on board at the time, as they were likely still enjoying their European match victory or traveling back to Spain. However, the vehicles did carry the team’s essential…
CAF Names Togolese Match Officials for Ghana-Nigeria Senior B Clash The 2024 African Nations Championship qualifying matchup between Ghana and Nigeria’s senior B teams is just around the corner, and the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced the officials who will be in charge of the game On December 22nd, the first leg will…
Zaidu Sanusi on Cusp of Return to Action as Porto Takes on Anderlecht in UEFA Europa League After a grueling 10-month layoff, Nigerian defender Zaidu Sanusi is close to making his comeback to competitive action with Portuguese powerhouse FC Porto. The 27-year-old has been included in the team’s 26-man squad for tonight’s crucial UEFA Europa…
Carlo Ancelotti Stands Firm Behind Kylian Mbappe Despite Penalty Miss Against Liverpool The tension was palpable at Anfield as Real Madrid’s Kylian Mbappe stepped up to take a penalty against Liverpool in the UEFA Champions League. Unfortunately, his attempt was weak and easily saved by Liverpool’s Caoimhin Kelleher, preserving the hosts’ lead. The French international…
Robert Lewandowski, Barcelona’s star striker, has continued to make his mark on the UEFA Champions League, boasting an impressive goal tally following the completion of Match Day 5 fixtures. Lewandowski’s recent performance against Brest on Tuesday’s Champions League night was nothing short of spectacular, as he scored twice and contributed to Barcelona’s dominant 3-0 victory….
Lagos to Host 2024 Men’s Junior Epee Fencing World Cup The global fencing community is abuzz with excitement as the 2024 Men’s Junior Epee Fencing World Cup prepares to take place in Lagos, Nigeria, from December 14-15. Top fencing nations from around the world, including the United States, Hong Kong, and Egypt, will come together…
Gasperini Praises Ademola Lookman for Key Role in Atalanta’s Early Season Success Atalanta head coach Gian Piero Gasperini has credited Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman with making a significant contribution to the team’s impressive start to the current season, despite not featuring in their latest UEFA Champions League game against Young Boys. While Lookman wasn’t on…
The Golden Boy Award, a prestigious honor presented annually by the Italian sports publication Tuttosport, is widely regarded as the premier recognition for Europe’s most talented football players under the age of 21. This esteemed award not only highlights exceptional skill but also forecasts a bright future in the sport. The 16-year-old sensation, Yamal, made…
Pep Guardiola Clarifies Comments About Considering Self-Harm Following Manchester City’s Draw with Feyenoord Pep Guardiola, the manager of Manchester City, has issued a statement to clarify his earlier comments about wanting to harm himself, following the team’s unexpected 3-3 draw with Feyenoord in the Champions League on November 26. Eyebrows were raised among fans and…
Today, nine matches in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) were played across the country, with an interesting twist – not a single away team managed to secure a win. Instead, eight of the matches ended with the home teams emerging victorious. Rivers United bucked the trend, however, by drawing 1-1 with Sunshine Stars at…
Umar Sadiq’s Frustration at Real Sociedad Since joining Real Sociedad from Almeria in the summer of 2022, Nigerian forward Umar Sadiq has been struggling to find his footing at the Spanish La Liga club. Sadiq made a promising start, scoring a goal on his debut, but his time at the club took a dramatic turn…
Manchester United’s search for a goal-scoring boost continues under new coach Ruben Amorim, with two Nigerian strikers reportedly on their radar. This season, Manchester United’s attacking struggles have been well-documented, with just 13 goals scored in their first 12 Premier League matches. According to sources, Eintracht Frankfurt’s Omar Marmoush and Galatasaray’s Victor Osimhen are the…
Nigeria’s Super Falcons Land in Angers, France Ahead of Friendly Match Against Les Bleues As the Super Falcons gear up for a much-anticipated friendly match against France’s Les Bleues, the team’s players and officials have started arriving in Angers, France. The match is set to be a thrilling contest, with both teams using the encounter…
