The Lagos State government has guaranteed the Confederation of African Football (CAF) cutting-edge sports facilities and a conducive atmosphere for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu conveyed this affirmation during a cordial meeting with a CAF Inspection Team on Wednesday at Alausa, Ikeja. The governor, represented by his deputy, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat, Read More…
Football
Lauren James Apologizes, Michelle Alozie Forgives
Here’s a recent development in the world of football that has caught our attention. Lauren James of England has taken a moment to address an incident involving Michelle Alozie from the Super Falcons. It’s a reminder of how intense the game can get, right? During England’s FIFA Women’s World Cup match against Nigeria, things got Read More…
Nigeria’s Super Falcons Shows Grit Despite Heartbreaking Loss to England
Nigeria endured the disappointment of a penalty shootout defeat against England in their Women’s World Cup Round of 16 clash in Brisbane on Monday. However, there is ample evidence that this team is on an upward trajectory if they are permitted to continue their development. The Super Falcons fashioned more than enough opportunities to overcome Read More…
US and Netherlands Thrilling Draw in Women’s World Cup Clash
Co-captain Lindsey Horan’s second-half strike salvaged a thrilling 1-1 draw for the United States against the Netherlands in a captivating Women’s World Cup Group E match on Thursday. The much-anticipated rematch of the 2019 final lived up to expectations, with the Dutch dominating the first half while the Americans found their rhythm after the break. Read More…
Super Falcons’ Head Coach Gets Advice on Midfield Issues: Local Coach and Pundits Weigh In
Following the Super Falcons’ recent draw against Canada in the Women’s World Cup, local coach Randy Waldrum has been advised by experts to address the team’s midfield concerns in order to find their much-needed balance on the field. In exclusive interviews with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Sunday, various pundits and coaches shared Read More…
Africa has more World Cup teams but less prospects
There will be more African teams in this year’s Women’s World Cup finals in Australia and New Zealand, which might theoretically boost the continent’s chances of doing well, but in reality, those teams may be lucky to go through the first round. There will be 32 teams total, with four coming from Africa, up from Read More…
Saints fall and Magpies slip in premiership top-four race
Newcastle United’s hopes of finishing in the Premier League’s top four were dealt another blow with Saturday’s 2-2 draw against relegation-threatened Leeds United, while Southampton’s misery came to an end with the club’s relegation. The second-half equaliser scored by Leeds defender Rasmus Kristensen cost Newcastle the win that would have virtually guaranteed them a spot Read More…
Burkina Faso knocks Nigeria out of U17 AFCON, world cup reckoning
Nigeria’s Under 17 team, Golden Eaglets have crashed out of the ongoing Under 17 African Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Algeria. The team lost 1-2 to their Burkina Faso counterparts in the quarter finals of the event at the Nelson Mandela Stadium on Thursday. The result means that Nigeria could not secure a ticket to Read More…
Arteta says Arsenal “suffered tonight” after Man City’s 4-1 mauling
Arsenal are still atop the Premier League, but their manager Mikel Arteta’s body language after Wednesday’s 4-1 loss to Manchester City suggests they have no chance of winning the league. His team crumbled under City’s relentless assault and may have gotten lucky, what with Kevin De Bruyne scoring twice and John Stones and Erling Haaland Read More…
Brentford’s 2-0 Stamford Bridge win deepens Chelsea’s slump
In the Premier League on Wednesday, an own goal by Blues captain Cesar Azpilicueta and a goal by Bryan Mbeumo gave Brentford a 2-0 victory, condemning Chelsea to their fifth loss in five games under interim coach Frank Lampard. After this defeat, Chelsea dropped to 11th place in the Premier League, looking like they might Read More…