Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

French Police Union Warns of Possible Disruptions to Olympics Torch Relay Over Bonuses Delay The French police union has issued a warning regarding potential disruptions to the Olympics torch relay, just before the start of the Paris Games in July, unless officers receive promised bonuses. The Alliance union expressed concern that special Olympics payments, which could amount to as much as €1,900 ($2,032) for police officers, were facing delays from the French prime minister’s office and the economy ministry. They indicated that a planned demonstration was scheduled for Thursday and hinted at further actions, including potential disruptions to the torch…

Al Ahly and Esperance Set for Clash in African Champions League Final In the upcoming African Champions League final, defending champions Al Ahly of Egypt will face off against perennial rivals Esperance of Tunisia. This match follows their victories in the semi-finals, with Al Ahly defeating TP Mazembe of the Democratic Republic of Congo and Esperance securing a surprise 1-0 win over South African champions Mamelodi Sundowns. Al Ahly’s journey to the final saw them triumph with a 3-0 victory over TP Mazembe, following a goalless draw in the first leg. On the other hand, Esperance’s 20-year-old defender,…

NFF Names Former Shooting Stars Goalkeeper as Golden Eaglets’ Goalkeeping Trainer In a recent development, the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has appointed Anthony Donwa, a former goalkeeper for Shooting Stars, as the new goalkeeper trainer for Nigeria’s Golden Eaglets. (As earlier reported by Braceradio) Donwa, who previously represented the Oluyole Warriors and later served as a goalkeeper trainer for Rangers International of Enugu, brings a wealth of experience to his new role. The announcement of Donwa’s appointment was met with celebration by Rangers International, who took to social media to congratulate him and express their pride in…

Wolverhampton Wanderers Make Substantial Offer for Super Eagles Defender Wolverhampton Wanderers, a prominent English Premier League club, has tabled a significant sum to secure the services of Super Eagles defender Bright Osayi Samuel from Turkish Super Lig side Fenerbahce. The interest from Wolves intensified after they closely monitored the 26-year-old’s performance in the UEFA Conference League match against Olympiacos. Despite Fenerbahce’s exit from the competition, Osayi Samuel’s solid display caught the attention of Wolves’ scouts. According to reports from Turkey, Wolverhampton Wanderers have put forward a €12 million offer, inclusive of achievable bonuses. While this proposal has…

Mamelodi Sundowns Suffers Champions League Semi-Final Exit Mamelodi Sundowns faced disappointment once again in the semi-finals of the CAF Champions League, falling to a 1-0 defeat against Esperance Sportive de Tunis at Loftus Versfeld Stadium on Friday night. This season’s campaign saw Rulani Mokwena’s side exit the tournament with a 2-0 aggregate defeat against ES Tunis, mirroring last season’s semi-final outcome where Sundowns were eliminated on the away goals rule after a 2-2 draw with Wydad Casablanca. The decisive goal in the second-leg came from Raed Bouchniba in the 57th minute, causing disappointment for Masandawana fans who were…

Liverpool Finalizes £9.4m Deal with Feyenoord for Arne Slot Arne Slot is on the verge of becoming Liverpool’s next manager, following the agreement of a compensation package worth up to £9.4 million with Feyenoord. The Dutchman is slated to take over from Jurgen Klopp, who announced his departure from Anfield at the end of the 2023-24 season. Liverpool is now in the process of finalizing a contract with the 45-year-old before officially confirming his appointment. As part of the deal, Liverpool will pay Feyenoord £7.7 million (9 million euros) upfront, with an additional £1.7 million (2…

Bayern Munich Manager Tuchel Unmoved by Fan Petition Thomas Tuchel, the current Bayern Munich boss, remains firm in his decision to step down at the end of the season, despite a petition signed by over 12,000 supporters urging him to stay. The petition emerged following Bayern’s announcement in February that Tuchel would leave the club, with one year remaining on his contract. While acknowledging the support from fans, Tuchel emphasized that his focus remains solely on football in the final days of the season. “I appreciate the sentiment from the fans, but my priority right now…

Leicester City Secure Premier League Promotion as Leeds United Falters Leicester City’s return to the Premier League is now assured after a pivotal turn of events saw Leeds United suffer a 4-0 defeat against Queens Park Rangers. This loss leaves Daniel Farke’s side trailing Leicester by four points with just one game remaining in the Championship season. The Foxes’ journey back to the top flight has been marked by their consistent form, placing them in contention to amass 100 points following their relegation last season. With only one game left, Leicester can clinch the Championship title on Monday with a…

Remo Stars Edging Closer to Historic Nigeria Premier League Title Remo Stars took a significant step towards securing their first-ever Nigeria Premier League title as they triumphed over visiting Niger Tornadoes with a convincing 3-0 victory. This win propels them to the second spot on the league table, just one point behind the leaders, Enugu Rangers. With 53 points to their name and an additional home game in hand, Remo Stars are poised for a strong finish in the league, making this season a potential milestone in their history. The timely victory, coinciding with the proprietor’s birthday, has rejuvenated the…

Lagos State Football Association (LSFA) Reveals Details of Inaugural Nigeria Ex-Internationals Cup Tournament The Lagos State Football Association (LSFA) made an exciting announcement today at its Surulere office, unveiling plans for the inaugural Nigeria Ex-Internationals Cup. The event, which promises to be a celebration of football heritage, will take place from June 1st to 30th across various venues in Lagos. During the well-attended press conference, LSFA Chairman Hajji Gafar Liameed shared the vision behind organizing this landmark tournament. “Football belongs to footballers. They are the custodians of the beautiful game,” stated Gafar. “For too long, our retired football…

African Footballer of the Year Credits Drogba for Football Inspiration Victor Osimhen, the reigning African Footballer of the Year, recently shared insights into his football philosophy, attributing a significant influence to legendary player Didier Drogba. In an interview with Il Matino, Osimhen discussed how Drogba’s style and impact shaped his approach to the game. “The whole world knows that I am inspired by Didier Drogba,” Osimhen expressed, highlighting the profound impact Drogba had on his football journey. He reminisced about his childhood introduction to Drogba’s style, the fervent fans, and the community’s encouragement to emulate the Ivorian icon.…

Nathan Tella Reflects on Arsenal Departure and Path to Success with Bayer Leverkusen Nathan Tella, the talented midfielder from Nigeria’s Super Eagles and Bayer Leverkusen, recently shared his journey from confusion to success after departing from Arsenal’s ranks. Tella’s connection with Arsenal began in 2007 when he joined their Academy after catching the club’s eye. However, after a decade of dedication, Tella faced disappointment when Arsenal opted not to offer him a professional contract, leading to his departure in 2017. In a conversation with VAVEL, Tella expressed his initial confusion and disbelief following his departure from Arsenal, a club…