The Super Eagles’ quest for their first victory in Group C of the FIFA World Cup qualifiers ended in disappointment as they suffered a defeat to Benin on Monday. The match began with both teams starting cautiously, with Nigeria displaying patience in their attacks but struggling to find the cutting edge in their execution. After Read More…
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NPFL Match Day 28 recap: Akwa United stumbles, Enyimba and Shooting Stars secure wins
On a bustling Wednesday in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), host team Akwa United faced a stunning setback as they fell 0-1 to visitors Doma United FC of Gombe at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo. Despite controlling much of the game, Akwa United’s overconfidence proved costly as Emmanuel Jesam’s lone goal in the Read More…
Guinea stuns Super Eagles 2-0 in AFCON warm-up clash
In a final 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) warm-up match, Nigeria’s Super Eagles faced a 0-2 defeat against Guinea’s Syli Nationale at the Bani Yas Stadium in Abu Dhabi. The game played behind closed doors, resulted in the Nigerian team’s unexpected loss. The clash followed Nigeria’s impressive 12-0 victory over Al Gharbia FC, a 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…
Liverpool’s Mo Salah reaches milestone in gritty win; Aston Villa stun Arsenal
Liverpool claimed the summit in the Premier League as Mo Salah scored his 200th goal for the club, securing a hard-fought 2-1 victory against Crystal Palace. Meanwhile, Aston Villa upset Arsenal in a 1-0 win, halting the Gunners’ bid to reclaim the top spot. In a nail-biting encounter, Liverpool faced staunch resistance from a determined 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…
Premier League Recap: Title race tightens, shock defeats shake top teams, and young talent shines
Arteta Keeps Mum on Ramsdale’s Display; Uncertainty Looms for Goalkeeper Arsenal’s Mikel Arteta opted not to delve deeply into Aaron Ramsdale’s performance against Brentford, raising doubts about the goalkeeper’s future in the starting lineup following a nervous outing on Saturday. Ramsdale, standing in for the absent David Raya, encountered a shaky Premier League return, escaping Read More…
Once upon Weah
George Oppong Weah is the story of an African child who rose from the slums of Clara Town, Monrovia to glittering heights in Europe and America but never lost his sense of purpose. Rather, after he had become quite rich and famous, he returned home to give back part of his wealth and overcame serious Read More…
Erling Haaland hits new milestone, but City’s streak halted by Liverpool in 1-1 draw
Manchester City’s Erling Haaland made history yet again, notching up a Premier League goal-scoring record but failing to propel his team to victory as the champions were held to a 1-1 draw against Liverpool. Haaland, at 23, surged City ahead after 27 minutes, reaching 50 goals in just 48 games, 17 games fewer than the Read More…