Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

Inter Milan Secure First Champions League Win With Dominant Display Against Red Star Belgrade. Inter Milan recorded their first Champions League victory of the season with an impressive performance, defeating Red Star Belgrade 4-0. Hakan Calhanoglu opened the scoring early on, curling in a superb free-kick that found the net off the post in the 11th minute. The Italian side continued to apply pressure and extended their lead in the second half when Marko Arnautovic, formerly of Stoke City and West Ham, capitalised on a high turnover to slot home in the 59th minute after a fine assist from…

Nigeria Qualifies For 2025 U-19 Women’s Cricket World Cup. Nigeria has secured a place at the 2025 ICC U-19 Women’s Cricket World Cup in Malaysia, claiming Africa’s sole qualifying spot after their final match against Zimbabwe was abandoned due to rain. Zimbabwe had made a strong start to the fixture, but persistent rain ultimately forced the game to be called off. With Nigeria remaining unbeaten throughout the qualifying tournament, they were declared the winners, earning a well-deserved ticket to the global stage. Nigeria will now compete in Group C at the World Cup, facing tough opponents including New…

Adeyemi Hat-Trick Inspires Borussia Dortmund’s Crushing Victory Over Celtic. Karim Adeyemi stole the show as Borussia Dortmund dismantled Celtic 7-1 in a dominant Champions League display, ending the Scottish champions’ unbeaten start to the season. Adeyemi’s blistering pace and clinical finishing were on full display as he netted a stunning hat-trick, leading his side to a resounding victory. Celtic had initially fought back after falling behind to an early Emre Can penalty, with Daizen Maeda quickly equalising in a frantic start. However, Adeyemi soon took control of the match, wreaking havoc on the Celtic defence and putting Dortmund firmly…

Lewandowski Brace Helps Barcelona Dominate Young Boys in Champions League. Robert Lewandowski scored twice as Barcelona cruised to a commanding 5-0 victory over Young Boys in the Champions League, extending the Swiss champions’ winless start in the competition. The Polish striker opened the scoring just eight minutes into the match, calmly slotting in Raphinha’s low cross at the back post. Barcelona quickly doubled their advantage when Raphinha followed up a blocked shot from Pedri to fire home the rebound. The hosts were in full control, and three minutes later, Inigo Martinez headed in from close range after Pedri delivered…

Arteta’s Arsenal Dominate Paris Saint-Germain In UCL Clash. Arsenal continued their exceptional unbeaten run under Mikel Arteta, making it 15 matches (12 wins, 3 draws) after a commanding 2-0 victory over Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) in the UEFA Champions League. The Gunners delivered a powerful performance at the Emirates Stadium under the floodlights, leaving PSG with no answers. The first opportunity of the night fell to Arsenal’s Bukayo Saka, who cut inside from the right and unleashed a curling shot just wide of Gianluigi Donnarumma’s goal. PSG responded swiftly, with Riccardo Calafiori ensuring that Achraf Hakimi couldn’t capitalise on his…

Niger Tornadoes Aim To Continue Unbeaten Run Against Bendel Insurance. Niger Tornadoes are eyeing another victory this weekend as they prepare to face Bendel Insurance in a crucial NPFL clash. Head coach Majin Mohammed has expressed confidence in his team, emphasising that they will build on their impressive performance from last weekend’s away victory. The Tornadoes, commonly known as the Ikon Allah Boys, made headlines last Saturday after stunning former NPFL champions Plateau United in Jos, securing a vital win in what was considered one of the season’s standout performances. Currently unbeaten in this season’s Nigerian Professional Football…

Champions League Showdown: Key Fixtures On 1st October. Govima Sports Preview. Today, the UEFA Champions League is set to deliver thrilling football action as top European clubs face off in the league phase. Fans across the globe eagerly await these high-stakes encounters, with some of Europe’s finest teams competing for crucial points. The day kicks off with Salzburg taking on Brest in what promises to be a highly competitive match, followed by Stuttgart facing Sparta Prague, both scheduled for 17:45 BST. Salzburg, known for their high-pressing football, will be hoping to overcome the challenge posed by Brest who won…

Raphael Onyedika Named Club Brugge’s Player Of The Month For September. Nigeria international Raphael Onyedika has been honoured as Club Brugge’s Player of the Month for September, following a stellar run of performances. The midfielder secured the prestigious accolade after receiving the highest number of votes from fans, amassing 31 per cent of the total vote, according to club’s statement. Onyedika’s impressive form saw him surpass competition from club captain Hans Vanaken, Christos Tzolis, Gustaf Nilsson, and veteran goalkeeper Simon Mignolet to claim the award. His dynamic displays throughout the month have cemented his status as a key player…

Xabi Alonso Praises AC Milan Ahead Of Champions League Clash. Ahead of their highly anticipated Champions League encounter, Bayer Leverkusen manager Xabi Alonso has expressed his admiration for AC Milan, recognising the Italian club’s rich history in the competition. Speaking about the upcoming fixture, Alonso remarked, “Milan signify the history of the Champions League. I’ve always followed them, ever since the days of Arrigo Sacchi and Fabio Capello.” His words reflect the deep respect he holds for the Rossoneri, who have long been synonymous with success in European football. The former Spanish international added, “There have been great…

Kanu Nwankwo Advocates For Action Against Heart Diseases On World Heart Day. Football legend Kanu Nwankwo has emphasised the importance of heart health awareness during the Kanu Heart Foundation walk in Port Harcourt, coinciding with World Heart Day September 29. Established by Kanu in 2000, the foundation has played a pivotal role in educating the public about heart failure and promoting cardiovascular health. During the event, Kanu highlighted the significant impact of the foundation, noting that over 670 life-saving surgeries have been performed worldwide. He passionately called for increased partnerships and collaboration to further the foundation’s mission of raising…

FIFA Bans Samuel Eto’o From Attending Cameroon Matches For Six Months. The FIFA Disciplinary Committee has issued a six-month ban to Samuel Eto’o, the former striker and current president of the Cameroon Football Federation, prohibiting him from attending any of Cameroon’s national team matches. The ban follows violations of FIFA’s conduct rules during the recent U-20 Women’s World Cup, where Cameroon faced Brazil in the round of 16. According to FIFA’s Disciplinary Committee, Eto’o breached Articles 13 (“Offensive behaviour and violations of fair play principles”) and 14 (“Misconduct of players and officials”) of FIFA’s Disciplinary Code. The incident in…

Olowookere Names Afolabi, Chidi, Effiong And 18 Others For U-17 Women’s World Cup In Dominican Republic. Nigeria’s U-17 women’s football team, the Flamingos, have officially announced their squad for the 2024 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup, taking place in the Dominican Republic. Head Coach Bankole Olowookere has named a 21-woman squad, including Captain Taiwo Afolabi, forwards Harmony Chidi and Peace Effiong, who will lead the team’s campaign in the prestigious tournament. Harmony Chidi, who scored an impressive 13 goals during the qualifying stages, will spearhead the Flamingos’ attack. Her clinical finishing was key to Nigeria’s dominant qualification campaign, which…