Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

Paul Offor Reveals Reason Behind Departure from Sporting Lagos Former Sporting Lagos coach Paul Offor has opened up about his mid-season departure from the newly promoted team in the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL). Offor, who was relieved of his duties following a series of inconsistent results, shared his perspective in a recent interview on the Abu Azeez podcast. “I think some of the reasons for what I did with the team were the reason why I am no longer with the team,” Offor explained. “When you come into a team as a coach, sometimes you have to make…

Tobi Amusan Unfazed by Olympic Pressure After Strong Showing in Atlanta City Games Following her impressive second-place finish at the 2024 Atlanta City Games, Nigeria’s track star Tobi Amusan has stated she is not under pressure to win a gold medal at the upcoming Olympics. Amusan finished behind America’s Kendra Harrison in a closely contested race early Sunday morning. In an interview with Making of Champs after the race, the American-based athlete emphasized her focus on enjoying the process and executing her plans step by step. “No pressure, just having fun. One day at a time, one race…

CAF Intensifies Preparations for 2024 Schools Football Championship Continental Final The Confederation of African Football (CAF) is ramping up preparations for the final of the 2024 Schools Football Championship Continental Final. The competition, established in 2022, aims to provide young talents in schools across Africa with a platform to showcase their skills. According to updates from CAF headquarters in Cairo, Egypt, several football legends have been invited to make an appearance at the final. Notably, the newly appointed Super Eagles assistant coach, Daniel Amokachi, will be among the distinguished guests. Other prominent football figures attending include Emmanuel Adebayor, Amanda Dlamini,…

Rapha Adams Secures Victory for Nigeria’s Golden Eaglets in WAFU Zone B Under-17 Championship Nigeria’s Golden Eaglets secured a crucial 1-0 victory over Niger Republic at the ongoing WAFU Zone B Under-17 Championship in Ghana, thanks to a lone goal from Rapha Adams. The match, held at the University of Ghana Stadium on Sunday evening, was Nigeria’s second game in the tournament. Coming off a disappointing draw against Burkina Faso, coach Manu Garba promised an improved performance and made two changes to the starting lineup to bolster the attack. Nigeria dominated the first half but struggled to…

Chelsea salvaged their season by qualifying for European football next season  Chelsea secured European football for next season with a thrilling 2-1 victory over Bournemouth at Stamford Bridge, highlighted by a stunning 50-yard goal from Moises Caicedo. The Ecuadorian midfielder amazed everyone inside the stadium when he controlled Neto’s clearance and struck from inside the center circle in the 17th minute, scoring his first goal for Chelsea. Raheem Sterling doubled Chelsea’s lead at the start of the second half with a brilliant solo effort, but Bournemouth managed to cut the deficit when Benoit Badiashile deflected Enes Unal’s shot into his…

 Fantastic Foden Charges City to History-Making Title Manchester City has become the first side in English football history to be crowned champions in four consecutive seasons. Pep Guardiola’s history makers secured their eighth Premier League (PL) title by overcoming West Ham United at the Etihad Stadium. Top on the final day for the fifth time in six seasons, City are familiar with this scenario. However, memories of their final day rollercoaster ride against Aston Villa two years ago would remind fans of the difficulties of these matches. The masterful Phil Foden quickly calmed the nerves on a gorgeous Manchester…

Thrilling Start to Nigeria Women Football League Super 6 Playoff in Yenagoa The Nigeria Women Football League Super 6 playoff kicked off with an exciting day of football at the Samson Siasia Stadium in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State. Goals were shared across the three matches on the opening day of action. In the first match, Edo Queens delivered a dominant performance, thrashing Confluence Queens 5-1. Emem Essien opened the scoring for Edo Queens in the 13th minute, but Confluence Queens equalized eight minutes later through Merit Offor. Goodness Osigwe quickly restored Edo Queens’ lead just two minutes after the equalizer.…

Arsenal’s Co-Chairman Josh Kroenke Pledges Continued Growth Ahead of Title Decider Arsenal’s co-chairman, Josh Kroenke, has assured fans and staff that the club will continue to strengthen and progress, regardless of the outcome of the Premier League title race on Sunday. The Gunners trail Manchester City by two points heading into the final day of the season. To secure the championship, Arsenal must defeat Everton and hope that City drops points against West Ham. In his programme notes for the season finale, Kroenke expressed pride in the team’s progress while emphasizing a commitment to ongoing improvement. “While we…

Dallas Mavericks Secure Western Conference Finals Spot in Thrilling Victory Over Oklahoma City Thunder In a nail-biting finish, PJ Washington’s two late free throws sealed a 117-116 victory for the Dallas Mavericks over the Oklahoma City Thunder, propelling them to the NBA Western Conference Finals. The Mavericks, who trailed by 17 points in the third quarter, mounted an impressive comeback to clinch the best-of-seven series 4-2. Dallas overcame a 75-58 deficit in the third quarter, turning the game around to lead 115-110 with just over a minute remaining. However, the Thunder responded with six unanswered points, setting up a…

Oleksandr Usyk saw off the challenge of Tyson Fury to solidify heavyweight legacy  In a historic night of boxing, Oleksandr Usyk edged out Briton Tyson Fury on points to become the first undisputed heavyweight champion in the four-belt era. The match, held in Saudi Arabia, captivated a 20,000-strong crowd and millions watching worldwide. When Usyk’s hand was raised at around 02:40 local time, the moment was soaked in by ringside reporters and fans alike. This victory marks a monumental achievement in boxing, as the sport has finally crowned a definitive heavyweight champion after a painstakingly long wait. The…

Jesús Navas Signs Lifetime Contract with Sevilla Following Initial Outburst On Contract Expiration  In a heartwarming turn of events, Jesús Navas has signed a lifetime contract with Sevilla FC after initially announcing his departure from the club. Following discussions with the club president, the beloved player will now remain with Sevilla until December and continue to contribute in various capacities thereafter. Navas, who has had a storied career with Sevilla, will play for free until December, with his salary being donated to the Sevilla Foundation. This gesture underscores his deep connection to the club and its community. “I…

HFN to Hold Anti-Doping Seminar for Teams in Ardova Handball Premier League 2024 The Handball Federation of Nigeria (HFN) has announced an Anti-Doping Seminar/Workshop for all teams participating in the Ardova Handball Premier League 2024, currently taking place in Benin City, Edo State. According to a statement from HFN Secretary General Mr. Almu Umar Lambu, the seminar will be held this Sunday at 10 am in the indoor sports hall of the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium. “The Board of the Handball Federation of Nigeria (HFN) is inviting all participating teams in the ongoing Ardova Premier League to attend the Anti-Doping Seminar/Workshop,”…