Arsenal clinched a thrilling 4-3 triumph over Luton Town, with Declan Rice’s stoppage-time header delivering an exhilarating victory, sending them five points clear at the Premier League summit. The nail-biting clash at Kenilworth Road witnessed a roller-coaster of momentum shifts, ultimately culminating in an Arsenal win, marking their fourth consecutive league victory. Rice’s last-gasp goal Read More…
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Manchester City charged by FA for player misconduct in Spurs showdown
On December 4, Reuters reported that Manchester City faced charges from the Football Association (FA) for failing to control their players during the thrilling 3-3 draw against Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League. The incident unfolded late in the game when several City players confronted referee Simon Hooper. This occurred after Hooper initially signalled play Read More…
Nigeria U17 female volleyball triumphs over Cameroon in African Nations clash
In Abuja on December 5, 2023, Nigeria’s under-17 female volleyball team secured a significant victory against Cameroon, triumphing 3-1 in the ongoing 2023 Girls’ U17 African Nations Volleyball tournament. The match, held at the Moshood Abiola Stadium’s Package B, marked a spirited comeback for the Nigerian girls after their initial loss to Egypt, showcasing a Read More…
Premier League Drama: Manchester City held, late goals define Sunday action
The Etihad Stadium witnessed a Sunday spectacle as Manchester City, amidst a goal-laden day, found themselves held to a thrilling 3-3 draw against a resilient Tottenham Hotspur. The nail-biting clash saw Dejan Kulusevski’s 90th-minute header shatter City’s hopes of victory, causing a slip to third place in the Premier League table, trailing leaders Arsenal by Read More…
Sporting Lagos triumph over Katsina United as Kano Pillars’ Abdullahi shines with five goals in NPFL weekend action
In the Nigerian Premier Football League’s Match Day 11 fixtures, Sporting Lagos secured a hard-fought victory over Katsina United, sealing a 1-0 win at the Mobolaji Johnson Stadium, Onikan, Lagos on Sunday. This triumph marked a notable highlight among the weekend’s NPFL events. However, the spotlight of the day belonged to Kano Pillars’ young prodigy, Read More…
Premier League Roundup: Arsenal extends lead, Everton’s redemption, and Newcastle surges
Arsenal asserted their dominance with a 2-1 win against Wolverhampton Wanderers, securing a four-point lead at the top of the Premier League. Bukayo Saka and Martin Odegaard’s early goals paved the way for Arsenal’s victory, although they faced a late challenge from Wolves. Captain Odegaard expressed optimism, stating, “It’s been a good week with some Read More…
Nigeria’s Under 17 Female Volleyball Team loses to Egypt in opening match
The Nigeria under-17 female volleyball team experienced a challenging start to the 2023 Girl’s U17 African Nations Volleyball tournament, losing 3-0 against their Egyptian counterparts. The match, held at Abuja’s Moshood Abiola Stadium, saw the Nigerian team narrowly lose quarters by 24-26, 18-25, and 15-25 respectively. Coach Sunday Akapson reflected on the match, acknowledging the Read More…
Super Eagles drop two spots to 42nd in latest FIFA rankings
Nigerian National Team slips down FIFA rankings despite continent’s standing The Super Eagles of Nigeria witnessed a downward shift in the latest FIFA rankings, dropping by two spots to secure the 42nd position globally. According to the ranking table on FIFA’s website, the team experienced a decrease of 16.04 points, tallying 1474.44 points as opposed Read More…
Super Falcons secure dominant 5-0 victory against Cape Verde in Africa Cup of Nations qualifier
The Nigerian Super Falcons showcased their prowess in a resounding 5-0 win over Cape Verde in the first leg of the 2024 Women Africa Cup of Nations final round qualifier held in Abuja. “Coach Justin Madugu emphasised the team’s dedication, stating, ‘The girls did what was expected of them and they played according to the Read More…
Inaugural National Skating Championship set to unite over 1,000 athletes in National Stadium, Abuja
The inaugural edition of the National Skating Championship is set to bring together more than 1,000 athletes at Package B of the Moshood Abiola National Stadium in Abuja from December 1 to 2. According to Abdullahi Maikano, President of the Skating Federation of Nigeria, who spoke to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Abuja, Read More…