Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

Report: Switzerland 1-1 Germany UEFA European Championship. Julian Nagelsmann’s Germany appeared set for a shock Euro 2024 defeat, but Niclas Füllkrug had other ideas in Frankfurt. The towering substitute proved to be the last-gasp hero as Germany avoided an upset, snatching a 1-1 draw with Switzerland on Sunday. Dan Ndoye’s first international goal seemed poised to seal a famous win for Switzerland and ensure they topped Group A. However, Füllkrug’s header in the dying seconds changed the outcome in Frankfurt. Ruben Vargas thought he had doubled Switzerland’s advantage late on, only to be denied by the offside flag.…

Hungary Striker Barnabas Varga “Stable” After Clash with Scotland Goalkeeper. Hungary striker Barnabas Varga is “stable” in hospital after being carried off on a stretcher following a mid-air clash with Scotland goalkeeper Angus Gunn in Sunday night’s Euro 2024 match. Varga sustained a fractured cheekbone and will require an operation, Hungary manager Marco Rossi informed BBC Sport. “Varga is okay,” said Rossi. “Unfortunately, he will need surgery due to the fracture. We will see what happens, but if we progress in the tournament, he will certainly not be with us.” Speaking at his post-match news conference, Rossi added that Varga…

Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) Announces Mobolaji Johnson Arena As New Venue for President FA Cup Final. The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has announced that the grand finale of the country’s oldest Cup competition will now take place at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Lagos on Saturday, 29th June, as earlier reported by BSNSports. Initially scheduled to be held at the MKO Abiola National Stadium in Abuja, which would have hosted the final for the first time in the competition’s history, the NFF and GTI have decided to return to the historic venue on Lagos Island. This arena, formerly known as…

Hummels Leaves Dortmund as Sahin Succeeds Terzic. Defender Mats Hummels will depart Borussia Dortmund after 13 years and 508 appearances across two spells, marking the end of an illustrious career at the club. The 35-year-old, who recently reached the Champions League final with Dortmund, where they were defeated by Real Madrid, will leave a significant legacy. Hummels’ exit coincides with the appointment of Nuri Sahin as Dortmund’s new manager. Sahin replaces Edin Terzic, who departed on Thursday after requesting to terminate his contract. Reflecting on his time at the club, Hummels told the club’s website: “It was a…

Hosts United States Expect Big Things at Copa America, Says Musah. The United States men’s national team, hosts of the Copa America, are aiming high as they prepare to open group play against Bolivia on Sunday. Midfielder Yunus Musah, speaking after a recent pre-tournament draw against Brazil, believes the team has the potential to go the distance (as reported by Reuters) In a friendly match earlier this month, the U.S. team delivered a solid performance to secure a 1-1 draw against tournament favourites Brazil. Musah highlighted the team’s defensive solidity and organisation as key strengths that they plan to…

Juventus and Aston Villa Agree on Douglas Luiz Transfer Deal (Govima Sports Report). Juventus have announced an agreement with Aston Villa for the transfer of 23-year-old midfielder Douglas Luiz. As part of the deal, Juventus’ Enzo Barrenechea and Samuel Iling-Junior will move to Villa Park. Juventus will pay around 50 million euros (£42.3 million) for Luiz, while Aston Villa will receive 22 million euros (£18.5 million) for Barrenechea and Iling-Junior, with an additional 3 million euros (£2.5 million) in bonuses. Luiz is set to undergo a medical examination while on a training camp with Brazil next week, according to…

Hungary Coach Addresses Concerns Over Szoboszlai’s Fitness Ahead of Crucial Euro 2024 Clash. Hungary’s head coach, Marco Rossi, has addressed concerns regarding the fitness of team captain Dominik Szoboszlai ahead of their vital Euro 2024 match against Scotland on Sunday. Szoboszlai missed training sessions, but Rossi clarified that this was a precautionary measure for workload management after back-to-back defeats to Switzerland and Germany in Group A. Rossi assured that Szoboszlai’s condition would be monitored closely, but there were no significant concerns about his fitness at this stage. Rossi also announced that he would be making a few adjustments to…

Nigeria U-17 Girls Set for FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup Group Stage (Govima Sports Report). The group stage for the 2024 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup is all set, with Nigeria’s U-17 girls placed in Group A. The tournament, hosted by the Dominican Republic, will begin on 13 November 2024. The young Nigerian team will face challenges from the Dominican Republic, Ecuador, and New Zealand as they compete for advancement in this prestigious competition. 2024 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup Groups Group A – Dominican Republic – Ecuador – New Zealand – Nigeria Group B -…

Kevin De Bruyne Inspires Belgium to Crucial Euro 2024 Victory Over Romania. Kevin De Bruyne delivered a masterful performance to guide Belgium to their first Euro 2024 victory, securing a thrilling win over Romania in Cologne. Belgium, under pressure after their opening defeat to Slovakia, responded with a stellar attacking display that reaffirmed their status as tournament favourites in Germany. In a vibrant and colourful atmosphere, Youri Tielemans set the tone with a low drive that put Belgium ahead after just 73 seconds. This early goal laid the groundwork for Belgium to create numerous chances throughout the match. …

Portugal Secure Knockout Stage Spot with 3-0 Victory Over Turkey. Portugal cruised to a 3-0 win over Turkey in Dortmund, securing their place in the knockout stages of UEFA Euro 2024 with a game to spare. A calamitous own goal was pivotal in a match that saw Turkey suffer their fourth Euros defeat to the 2016 champions without scoring a goal. Turkey made four changes to their starting line-up from their opening win over Georgia, including the introduction of goalkeeper Altay Bayındır. He was tested almost immediately when Cristiano Ronaldo caught Bernardo Silva’s cross sweetly on the volley. Another change,…

Rangers International FC to receive Trophy for emerging Champions of NPFL 2023/2024. The President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau, will present the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) winner’s trophy to Rangers International FC of Enugu. The ceremony will take place at the New Zaria Road Stadium in Jos on Sunday. Gusau, who is expected to be the main guest at the event, will honour the champions-elect, who secured their eighth Nigeria title by defeating Bendel Insurance 2-0 at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium last weekend. The presentation will occur during their match against relegated Gombe…

DR Congo to Host Next CAF Ordinary General Assembly. The African football governing body has announced that the next Ordinary General Assembly will take place in Kinshasa, the capital of the Democratic Republic of Congo. The assembly is scheduled for the 10th of October, 2024. The decision was made during a virtual meeting of the Executive arm of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) on Friday. Various key decisions were taken during the meeting, concerning upcoming competitions. The announcement of Kinshasa as the venue for the assembly was made public on Saturday. This meeting will be an important…