Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

Nigerian Centre Forward Departs MLS Side CF Montreal for FC Arda Kardzhali. Bulgarian top division club FC Arda Kardzhali have announced the permanent signing of Nigerian centre forward Chinonso Offor from MLS side CF Montreal. Offor was initially loaned to FC Arda last February for the remainder of the 2023-24 season. The 24-year-old striker impressed during his loan spell, prompting the Bulgarian club to exercise their option to make his transfer permanent. The deal was confirmed to take effect on Wednesday, 26 June 2024. FC Arda Kardzhali released an official statement on their website, expressing their delight at…

Euro 2024 round of 16 fixtures announced, who will progress to the final? Following the completion of the group stage matches, the draw for the round of 16 in Euro 2024 has been made, and fans can look forward to some exciting fixtures. Confirmed Euro 2024 Round of 16 Matches. Spain 🇪🇸 vs Georgia 🇬🇪 Germany 🇩🇪 vs Denmark 🇩🇰 Portugal 🇵🇹 vs Slovenia 🇸🇮 France 🇫🇷 vs Belgium 🇧🇪 England 🏴 vs Slovakia 🇸🇰 Romania 🇷🇴 vs Netherlands 🇳🇱 Austria 🇦🇹 vs Turkey 🇹🇷 Italy 🇮🇹 vs Switzerland 🇨🇭 As the tournament progresses, anticipation builds around which nation will…

Debutants Georgia Stun Portugal to Advance to Round of 16 at Euro 2024. In a stunning turn of events, debutants Georgia advanced to the Round of 16 at Euro 2024 with a remarkable 2-0 victory over Portugal. Full-Time Results – Group F Georgia 🇬🇪 2-0 🇵🇹 Portugal 1′ Kvaratskhelia ⚽ (Assist: Mikautadze) 57′ Mikautadze ⚽ (Penalty). Georgia’s impressive win over Portugal was secured early on when Khvicha Kvaratskhelia scored in the first minute, assisted by Georges Mikautadze. Mikautadze then doubled the lead with a penalty in the 57th minute, ensuring a comfortable path for Georgia into the next stage…

Ukraine Exits EURO 2024 Despite Hard-Fought Draw Against Belgium. Ukraine  has made history by becoming the first nation to crash out of the European Championship with four points following a 0-0 draw with Belgium in their final Group E match. Despite earning the same number of points as other group members, Ukraine did not advance to the knockout stages. In the other Group E match, Slovakia drew 1-1 with Romania. Ondrej Duda scored for Slovakia in the 24th minute with an assist from Juraj Kucka, while Romania equalised through a 39th-minute penalty by Razvan Marin. Both Slovakia and…

NPFL25 Season to Kick Off on August 31, 2024. The Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) is set to commence its 2024/2025 season on August 31, 2024, according to an announcement by NPFL chairman Gbenga Elegbeleye. In a statement, Elegbeleye confirmed the eagerly awaited start date for the new season, ensuring fans and teams alike can prepare for the exciting matches ahead. “Next season will kick off on August 31, 2024,” said Elegbeleye, setting the stage for another thrilling season of Nigerian football. As anticipation builds, teams and supporters are gearing up for what promises to be a competitive and action-packed…

Antonio Conte Comments on Victor Osimhen’s Future at Napoli. Antonio Conte has spoken about Victor Osimhen’s situation at Napoli, acknowledging the unique circumstances surrounding the player’s future. “I’m aware of his situation,” Conte said. “I know there’s an agreement with the club, so it’s a different case compared to others. There’s a pact between Victor and Napoli regarding his future, and I accepted that.” Osimhen is expected to leave Napoli this summer, with various clubs reportedly interested in acquiring the talented striker. The agreement between Osimhen and Napoli appears to pave the way for his departure, signalling a significant move…

Team Nigeria Athletes Ready for Paris, Says Athletics Federation Technical Director. The Technical Director of the Athletics Federation of Nigeria, Samuel Onikeku, has declared the readiness of Team Nigeria athletes to perform well in Paris. Onikeku started this while speaking with Making of Champions, he confirmed that they have identified and begun addressing their limitations. “We’ve been working hard since 2021. Some athletes like Ofili and Dodi, who we took to Kenya that year, are still here with us,” he said. Onikeku outlined the Federation’s comprehensive strategy for the Olympics, which includes both short-term and long-term goals. “We developed a…

Phil Foden Departs England’s Euro 2024 Camp For Family Related Issues. Phil Foden has temporarily departed from England’s European Championship camp due to a pressing family matter, the Football Association (FA) announced on Wednesday. While the FA did not provide specific details regarding the situation, they emphasised that the Manchester City player’s departure is temporary. This development leaves open the possibility that Foden could rejoin the team in Germany ahead of England’s round-of-16 match in Gelsenkirchen on Sunday. The FA has expressed its support for Foden during this time and remains hopeful for his swift return to the…

England Progress to Knockout Stages Despite Goalless Draw Against Slovenia. England secured their place in the knockout stages of the tournament with a 0-0 draw against Slovenia in Cologne. Despite already being assured of a spot in the last 16, the Three Lions faced boos from the crowd and are likely to encounter further criticism for their lacklustre performance, having previously edged past Serbia and drawn with Denmark. England will have to wait until Wednesday’s final group games to discover which of the four best third-placed teams they will face in the last 16. This raises further questions about the…

Former Footballer Peter Odemwingie Embarks on New Career as Professional Golfer. Former Nigerian international and ex-footballer Peter Odemwingie is excited to begin his new career as a professional golfer following his graduation from the PGA Academy. Odemwingie, who enjoyed a successful football career playing for clubs such as West Bromwich Albion and Stoke City, has now transitioned to the world of golf. His enthusiasm for the sport and dedication to mastering it have culminated in this significant achievement. “I am thrilled to start this new chapter in my life,” Odemwingie said. “Graduating from the PGA Academy is a…

NPFL Triumph: Rangers Celebrate Trophy in Grand Style, Credit Governor Mbah for Success. Rangers International Football Club of Enugu and their fans celebrated the 2023/2024 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) trophy in a grand event at Okpara Square, Enugu, on Monday evening. The jubilant celebrations followed the team’s triumphant return to Enugu earlier that afternoon. The team had clinched the NPFL title after winning their final league match of the season in Jos, where they defeated Gombe United 2-1. This victory came after Rangers had already secured the championship by beating Bendel Insurance of Benin 2-0 in their week…

Oleksandr Usyk Vacates IBF Belt Just Weeks After Historic Victory. Just five weeks after becoming the first undisputed heavyweight boxing champion in nearly 25 years, Oleksandr Usyk has vacated one of his belts. Usyk secured his place in boxing history by defeating Tyson Fury on a split decision on 18 May, adding the WBC title to his collection of WBA, WBO, and IBF belts. However, the Ukrainian has announced that he has relinquished his IBF title, which is now expected to be contested by Anthony Joshua and Daniel Dubois. Dubois, the IBF’s mandatory challenger, is set to face…