Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

Napoli Lead Serie A, Inter and Juventus in Pursuit After Weekend’s Action. Antonio Conte’s Napoli have surged to the top of the Serie A table after Sunday’s fixtures in the fourth round of the season. The Neapolitans, who secured an emphatic 4-0 victory over Sassuolo, now sit at the summit, but Udinese have the opportunity to overtake them if they manage to defeat Parma away on Monday night. The weekend saw a return to action after the international break, with Italian football offering plenty of entertainment. Both Napoli and AC Milan secured dominant 4-0 wins, while Atalanta edged Fiorentina…

CAF President Patrice Motsepe Praises Kenya’s Progress Ahead Of 2027 AFCON. CAF President Patrice Motsepe expressed his satisfaction with Kenya’s preparations for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) during his visit to the country on Sunday. Kenya, alongside East African neighbours Tanzania and Uganda, is set to co-host the prestigious biannual football tournament. Motsepe, who arrived in Kenya ahead of a crucial CAF Executive Committee meeting scheduled for Monday in Nairobi, was accompanied by Kenya’s Cabinet Secretary for Sports, Kipchumba Murkomen, and Football Kenya Federation (FKF) President, Nick Mwendwa. Together, they visited the stadia that will host…

National Youth Games Day 4 Wrap: Delta Tops Medal Table. The hosts Delta and neighbouring Edo State are locked in a fierce contest for supremacy at the 8th National Youth Games, currently underway in Asaba. Following an intense day of competition, Delta State emerged as the frontrunner, claiming 18 gold, 7 silver, and 10 bronze medals. Edo State, although a distant second, managed a respectable haul of 9 gold, 5 silver, and 9 bronze medals. Meanwhile, 12 states are yet to secure a medal as of yesterday. Day 4 of the competition was marked by thrilling performances, with gold…

Arsenal’s Khari Ranson Reveals Nigerian And Ghanaian Heritage. Arsenal goalkeeper Khari Ranson has revealed that he is of both Nigerian and Ghanaian descent, with his father hailing from Nigeria and his mother from Ghana. The 17-year-old, who currently represents England at youth international level, hinted at his eligibility to play for either the Super Eagles of Nigeria or the Black Stars of Ghana in the future. Ranson’s dual heritage presents a potential international dilemma as he progresses in his football career, with both West African nations likely to be interested in securing the services of the talented young…

Daniel Ogunmodede ‘Honoured’ To Serve As Super Eagles Assistant Coach. Remo Stars head coach, Daniel Ogunmodede, has expressed his pride and gratitude for being appointed to the Super Eagles technical crew. Ogunmodede, along with Rangers head coach Fidelis Ilechukwu, was brought in to assist caretaker coach Augustine Eguavoen for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Benin Republic and Rwanda. Reflecting on the opportunity, Ogunmodede said he was honoured to serve his country in this capacity, contributing to the efforts of the national team as they seek to secure qualification for the tournament. The Super Eagles delivered…

Frank Onyeka Marks Augsburg Debut With An Assist. Nigerian midfielder Frank Onyeka made an immediate impact on his Bundesliga debut, providing an assist as Augsburg secured a 3-1 victory over St. Pauli. Onyeka, 26, joined the German club on a season-long loan from Premier League side Brentford on transfer deadline day. Despite having only trained with his new teammates for the first time on Friday, Onyeka was surprisingly named in the starting line-up by Augsburg manager Jess Thorup. The Nigerian wasted no time in settling into his new surroundings, playing a key role in Augsburg’s triumph and demonstrating…

Van Persie Vows To Stay Strong After Heerenveen’s Record 9:1 Defeat To AZ Alkmaar. Robin van Persie has promised that his Heerenveen side will remain true to their style of play despite suffering a record 9-1 defeat to AZ Alkmaar in the Dutch league. The heavy loss marked only the fourth match of Van Persie’s managerial career, following his appointment as head coach in May. The 41-year-old former Netherlands, Arsenal, and Manchester United striker, who scored 50 goals in 102 international appearances, acknowledged the challenge of the defeat but maintained a positive outlook. “This is tough,” Van Persie…

Gabriel’s Header Seals Derby Victory For Arsenal Over Spurs. Arsenal emerged victorious in a fiery north London derby, as Gabriel’s second-half header secured a crucial 1-0 win against Tottenham Hotspur. The Gunners, missing key players Martin Odegaard and Declan Rice, showed resilience to overcome a determined Spurs side, sparking jubilant celebrations at the final whistle. Arsenal’s goalkeeper, David Raya, was instrumental in the early stages, producing fine saves to deny Dejan Kulusevski and keep Spurs at bay. At the other end, Tottenham’s keeper Guglielmo Vicario was equally impressive, thwarting Kai Havertz’s close-range header to keep the game level. …

Nkunku’s Late Goal Seals Chelsea Victory In Record-Breaking Match Against Bournemouth. Substitute Christopher Nkunku struck late to secure a 1-0 victory for Chelsea over Bournemouth in a feisty Premier League clash that saw a record 14 yellow cards handed out. Despite Chelsea leaving with all three points, it was Bournemouth who dominated much of the match, creating the bulk of the chances. Their £40 million signing, Evanilson, missed a golden opportunity to open his Premier League account when his first-half penalty was saved by Chelsea goalkeeper Robert Sanchez. Bournemouth’s relentless pressure saw them come close on multiple occasions,…

Mbappe Scores Again As Real Madrid Edge Real Sociedad In Tense La Liga Encounter. Kylian Mbappe continued his fine form for Real Madrid, netting his third goal in just two games as Los Blancos secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Real Sociedad at the Reale Arena. The French forward, who had opened his La Liga account before the international break, calmly slotted home from the penalty spot late in the second half. His effort sent Sociedad goalkeeper Alex Remiro the wrong way after Jon Aramburu was penalised for standing on Vinicius Jr’s foot in the box. Earlier in…

Harry Kane’s Hat-Trick Powers Bayern Munich To Emphatic Win Against Holstein Kiel. Harry Kane continued his remarkable form for Bayern Munich, scoring a hat-trick as the Bundesliga champions dismantled newly promoted Holstein Kiel 6-0. The victory, which saw Bayern return to the top of the Bundesliga, showcased their attacking prowess and dominance in the league. Bayern wasted no time in asserting their authority, taking just 13 seconds to open the scoring. Kane nodded on a pass to Jamal Musiala, who raced clear to net Bayern’s joint second-fastest goal in Bundesliga history. The lightning-fast start set the tone for the…

Haaland’s Double Secures Manchester City Comeback Win Over Brentford. Erling Haaland continued his prolific Premier League form, scoring twice as Manchester City overturned a nightmare start to secure a 3-1 victory over Brentford, maintaining their 100% record in the league. The match at the Etihad Stadium got off to a shocking start as Brentford’s Yoane Wissa found the net after just 23 seconds, the fastest goal in the top flight this season. The forward pounced after a defensive mix-up between John Stones and goalkeeper Ederson, capitalising on Keane Lewis-Potter’s headed pass to tap into an empty net. City…