Nigeria’s journey to the Africa Cup of Nations final was punctuated with nerve-wracking moments as goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali’s heroics saved two crucial penalties in a shootout, securing a 4-2 triumph over South Africa after a tense 1-1 draw on Wednesday. William Troost-Ekong’s penalty midway through the second half gave Nigeria the lead, countered by Teboho Read More…
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Osimhen absent as Super Eagles gear up for semifinal clash against Bafana Bafana
Napoli FC’s Victor Osimhen missed the Super Eagles’ departure to Bouake for the crucial semifinal against South Africa’s Bafana Bafana, citing abdominal discomfort, according to a News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) report. Nigeria, after a 1-0 victory over Angola, left their Abidjan base for Bouake on Monday. Media officer Babafemi Raji explained Osimhen’s absence, stating, Read More…
Premier League Sunday recap: Arsenal stun Liverpool, Wolves shock Chelsea, and United triumph over West Ham
Premier League action on Sunday delivered thrilling encounters across England, reshaping the league standings and sparking conversations about team performances and managerial futures. In a headline-grabbing match at the Emirates Stadium, Arsenal injected new life into the title race by overcoming lacklustre leaders Liverpool with a convincing 3-1 victory. The win narrowed the gap between Read More…
Super Eagles soar past Cameroon, Lookman double books quarterfinal berth in AFCON
Ademola Lookman’s stunning brace propelled Nigeria to a 2-0 victory over arch-rivals Cameroon, securing their place in the Africa Cup of Nations quarterfinals next weekend. “It’s a great feeling to contribute to the team and get the win,” Lookman beamed after the match. “We knew Cameroon wouldn’t make it easy, but we stuck to our Read More…
Liverpool extends lead, Sheffield United’s late drama ensures draw
In an emphatic display, Liverpool secured a 4-0 victory against Bournemouth, extending their lead at the top of the Premier League to five points. Darwin Nunez and Diogo Jota stole the spotlight, each scoring twice in the second half. Klopp, although unhappy with the initial performance, praised his team’s flexibility, stating, “It’s great for Darwin Read More…
Africa Cup of Nations roundup: Celebrations turn tragic, South Africa dominates, Salah’s hamstring woes, and late drama for Zambia
In the aftermath of Guinea’s 1-0 victory over Gambia at the Africa Cup of Nations, joyous celebrations erupted across Guinea, leading to a tragic incident in which six people lost their lives. The Guinean Football Federation and the national team, led by coach Kaba Diawara, have appealed for restraint. The Federation released a video urging Read More…
LASU and UNILAG to co-host 11th African University Games: A milestone in sports excellence
In an exciting development, the Lagos State University (LASU) and the University of Lagos (UNILAG) are preparing to jointly host the 11th African University Games, scheduled to take place from Sept. 20 to Sept. 29, as announced by Chidiebere Ezeani, the Acting Secretary-General of the Nigerian University Games Association (NUGA). Ezeani emphasised the significance of Read More…
Super Eagles triumph over Cote d’Ivoire: Osimhen’s brilliance secures 1-0 victory in AFCON clash
In a thrilling encounter against hosts Cote d’Ivoire, Nigeria’s forward, Victor Osimhen, emerged as the standout player, securing a 1-0 victory for the Super Eagles on Thursday in the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). Named Man of the Match, Osimhen expressed his joy in a post-match press conference, emphasizing the significance of overcoming the Read More…
Surprise victories mark opening days of Africa Cup of Nations
Namibia’s winger, Deon Hotto, secured a stunning 1-0 victory over Tunisia at the Africa Cup of Nations on Tuesday, continuing the trend of surprising results in the tournament. Hotto’s 88th-minute goal handed the underdog Namibia a well-deserved win in the Group E encounter. Namibia ranked 87 places below Tunisia globally, displayed superior creativity and missed Read More…
Vinicius Jr shines with hat-trick as Real Madrid crush Barcelona 4-1 in Spanish Super Cup
Real Madrid emerged victorious in the Spanish Super Cup with an emphatic 4-1 triumph over arch-rivals Barcelona in Saudi Arabia. Vinicius Jr stole the spotlight, scoring a first-half hat-trick, while Ronald Araujo’s second yellow card reduced Barcelona to 10 men. Real Madrid’s dominance left Barcelona struggling to cope, and the match took a turn for Read More…