Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

Finidi Aims for Maximum Points in 2026 World Cup Qualifiers Against South Africa and Benin Ahead of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, Nigeria’s national team coach, Finidi George, is targeting maximum points against South Africa and Benin Republic. The Super Eagles are set to host South Africa’s Bafana Bafana in the third matchday of qualifiers before facing Benin’s Cheetahs in the fourth matchday. Speaking to reporters during a visit to the Nigeria Football Federation office in Abuja, the former Ajax winger expressed his determination to secure victories in both matches. “Qualifying for the World Cup is…

Rivers United Star Augustine Okejepha Poised for Russian Club Move As the European transfer window approaches, Augustine Okejepha, a standout player for Rivers United, is on the verge of joining the Russian Premier League. Okejepha’s impressive performances, notably his crucial goal against USM Algiers in the CAF Confederation Cup, have attracted attention from FC Ural, a prominent club in the Russian league. (As earlier reported by Braceradio) The talented attacker, who joined Rivers United from Kano Pillars at the start of the season, has been a key player for the Pride of Rivers throughout the campaign. Reports…

WSL Title Race Heats On Following Remarkable Results From The Weekend’s Fixtures. The Women’s Super League title race took a dramatic turn as Manchester City faced a late setback while Chelsea delivered a dominant performance, leaving the championship wide open. Manchester City appeared poised to secure the WSL trophy with a minute remaining in their match at Joie Stadium. A victory would have put them in a strong position, especially with Chelsea needing to drop points against Bristol City. However, Stina Blackstenius’ late double for Arsenal turned the tables, handing City a 2-1 defeat and setting the stage for…

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has voiced his confidence in captain Bruno Fernandes’ commitment to the club amidst recent speculation about his future. Fernandes’ comments in an interview with DAZN raised questions about his stay at Old Trafford, but Ten Hag believes these remarks were misunderstood and taken out of context. Ten Hag emphasized that Fernandes, who is under contract until 2026, is dedicated to Manchester United and is content with his role at the club. The Dutch manager dismissed any doubts about Fernandes’ loyalty, stating that the midfielder will undoubtedly honor his current contract. Regarding Fernandes’…

Bayer Leverkusen Extends Unbeaten Streak with Dominant Win Over Eintracht Frankfurt Bundesliga champions Bayer Leverkusen showcased their supremacy with a resounding victory over Eintracht Frankfurt, extending their unbeaten streak to an impressive 48 matches across all competitions. The match began in spectacular fashion for Leverkusen, as Granit Xhaka unleashed a sensational strike from outside the box in the 12th minute, setting the tone for their stunning success. Despite a brief setback when Hugo Ekitike equalized for Frankfurt with a well-placed header, Leverkusen quickly regained control. Patrick Schick restored their lead just before halftime with a powerful header, capitalizing on an…

Head Coach Manu Garba has expressed confidence in Nigeria’s U-17 boys, the Golden Eaglets, as they gear up for the upcoming WAFU B U-17 Championship in Ghana. Manu Garba, who led Nigeria to victory in the 2013 FIFA U-17 World Cup, reassured fans that the technical crew is focused on assembling a squad capable of achieving success and securing a spot in next year’s Africa U-17 Cup of Nations. Addressing concerns about the Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) tests, Garba emphasized that the genuine U-17 players with valid documentation have remained in camp after passing the MRI tests conducted by the…

Algeria’s Request for Accelerated Hearing in CAF Confederation Cup Denied by CAS Algeria’s attempt to delay the final matches of the CAF Confederation Cup has been thwarted as the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) rejected their request for an accelerated hearing. The Algerian football federation’s plea for a speedy resolution was turned down, allowing the final matches to proceed as scheduled. The upcoming final pits RS Berkane against Zamalek of Egypt, with the second leg scheduled for May 19 in Cairo. Despite Algeria’s efforts, the appeal process would not be completed by the time of the final match. On…

Erling Haaland Dismisses Roy Keane’s Criticism with Stellar Performance Erling Haaland’s response to Roy Keane’s recent criticism was as resolute as his on-field performances. After Keane labeled Haaland “almost League Two level” following Manchester City’s goalless draw with Arsenal, the Norwegian forward has since silenced doubters with an impressive run of form. City’s scoring drought at the Etihad Stadium and Haaland’s personal goal drought ended in that Arsenal match. Since then, City has won six consecutive league matches, closing the gap to league leaders Arsenal to just one point, with a game in hand. Haaland, 23, has been instrumental in…

Girona Secures Historic Champions League Spot as Real Madrid Claims La Liga Title In a thrilling Catalan derby, Girona clinched their maiden Champions League berth for next season while also sealing the La Liga title for Real Madrid. The match witnessed a flurry of goals and dramatic twists as Girona mounted a remarkable comeback to defeat Barcelona. The game kicked off with Andreas Christensen’s early strike putting Barcelona ahead, only for Artem Dovbyk to swiftly equalize for Girona. Dovbyk’s goal, his 20th in La Liga this season, propelled him ahead in the race for the coveted Pichichi Trophy. Despite Barcelona’s…

Burnley’s Premier League Survival Hopes Dwindle After Newcastle United’s Dominant Win The rain-soaked Turf Moor witnessed a dismal scene as Burnley’s disheartened fans left the stadium early in the second half during their 4-1 defeat against Newcastle United. Alexander Isak’s goal in the 54th minute sparked jubilation among the visiting supporters and hastened the departure of home fans, leaving Burnley teetering on the brink of relegation. This defeat marked Burnley’s 12th loss at home this season and leaves Vincent Kompany’s side five points adrift of safety with just two games remaining. The Clarets had aspirations of an epic relegation…

Real Madrid Clinches La Liga Title as Barcelona Stumbles in Girona Defeat On Saturday, Real Madrid secured the La Liga championship after Barcelona’s disappointing 4-2 loss to Girona, following Madrid’s own triumph over Cadiz. In their match against Cadiz, Madrid showcased their dominance with a commanding 3-0 victory, highlighted by goals from Brahim Diaz, Jude Bellingham, and Joselu. This win put them in a position to claim the league title if Barcelona faltered against Girona. Despite Barcelona taking the lead twice in their match, Girona mounted a resilient comeback each time, eventually securing a two-goal advantage to secure…

Kieran McKenna’s Remarkable Journey from Manchester United to Ipswich Town On the day Kieran McKenna bid farewell to Manchester United to assume the managerial role at Portman Road, accolades like “hugely talented” and “highly respected” were showered upon him by Manchester United, external sources, and Ipswich Town. While such praise often precedes coaches stepping into senior management, McKenna’s trajectory has been nothing short of spectacular. Transitioning from his position as first-team coach at Manchester United to leading Ipswich Town, McKenna propelled the team from 12th in League One to back-to-back promotions. Remarkably, Ipswich amassed over 90 points in each…