London’s football scene witnessed two surprising turns as Arsenal stumbled against West Ham United, suffering a 0-2 defeat at the Emirates, while Tottenham Hotspur faced a 2-4 setback against Brighton & Hove Albion. In a clash for the top spot, Arsenal, aiming to reclaim first place in the Premier League, fell short as West Ham Read More…
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Rangers secure 2-0 victory over 3SC in NPFL match, delight fans at renovated Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium
Enugu’s Rangers International FC triumphed over visiting Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) of Ibadan with a 2-0 win on Match Day 16 of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium. The match marked Rangers’ return to the stadium after its renovation, with Nweke Kalu scoring the opening goal in the 27th Read More…
Premier League drama: Controversial handball call dominates Everton vs. Man City clash, Chelsea and Wolves secure wins
Everton manager Sean Dyche criticised the handball rules after Everton’s 3-1 Premier League defeat by Manchester City, labelling the penalty decision as “bizarre” and a “farce.” The contentious call saw Amadou Onana concede a penalty after a ball struck his arm during City’s clash with Everton, with Julian Alvarez converting the spot-kick. “The handball laws Read More…
GoTv Boxing Night 30: Spectacular fights and music entertain fans in Lagos
Boxing enthusiasts who gathered at Tafawa Balewa Square, Lagos, for the 2023 GoTv Boxing Night 30 were treated to an unforgettable experience on Tuesday night. Beyond the intense boxing matches, the crowd relished in captivating musical performances by Nigeria’s music stars, Nice, Teni, and Nasboi. The singers’ melodies resonated through the arena, engaging the audience Read More…
Liverpool Tops Premier League, Manchester United Stages Dramatic Comeback; Newcastle Stumbles
Liverpool secured a 2-0 victory against Burnley, propelling themselves to the top of the Premier League as Manchester United orchestrated a thrilling comeback against Aston Villa, while Newcastle suffered a surprising 3-1 defeat to Nottingham Forest. Manager Juergen Klopp hailed Liverpool’s resilience despite a tough fight against Burnley, emphasizing the intensity of the game and Read More…
Egyptian 34-penalty-kick football drama grips global audiences: Epic Super Cup showdown!
In a nail-biting semifinal of the Egyptian Super Cup on Monday, Modern Future emerged victorious in a heart-stopping 34-penalty shootout against Pyramids, clinching a 14-13 win after a goalless draw, marking a tense climax at Abu Dhabi’s Mohammed bin Zayed Stadium. According to Modern Future’s coach, “The tension was palpable with each kick, and the Read More…
Billionaire Jim Ratcliffe secures 25% stake in Manchester United, pledges revival with $300m investment
British billionaire Jim Ratcliffe finalised a momentous deal on Sunday, acquiring a long-awaited 25% stake in Manchester United and committing to inject $300 million into the Premier League club to reignite its fortunes. The agreement, marking Ratcliffe’s INEOS group taking charge of the club’s soccer operations, concludes a period of uncertainty following the Glazer family’s Read More…
Premier League Roundup: Injury woes for Liverpool, shock defeats mark teams’ fates
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp is facing mounting concerns over his squad’s injury crisis, especially with left-back options dwindling after Kostas Tsimikas joined the sidelined list due to a broken collarbone. With Andy Robertson also out with a shoulder injury, Klopp revealed plans to deploy right-footed Joe Gomez as a makeshift left-back until Robertson’s return. Klopp Read More…
Premier League drama: Villa edges Brentford, Liverpool-Man United stalemate, West Ham’s convincing win, Arsenal’s triumph
In a day filled with Premier League action, Ollie Watkins stole the spotlight as Aston Villa secured a dramatic 2-1 comeback against his former club Brentford. The game sparked controversy with Watkins’ late-winning goal and ensuing celebrations, which ignited a chaotic goalmouth scuffle. Watkins, scoring the decisive goal, explained his emotional celebration, citing personal abuse Read More…
NPFL Match Day 14 recap: Gombe United holds Sunshine Stars, Kano Pillars clinch win
In a thrilling series of encounters during Match Day 14 of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), Gombe United FC held Sunshine Stars FC to a 1-1 draw while Kano Pillars FC secured a hard-fought victory against Remo Stars FC, emerging triumphant with a 2-1 win. At the Ondo State Sports Complex in Akure, Sunshine Read More…