Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

Everton Breaks Long Merseyside Derby Drought with Decisive Victory over Liverpool In a night of passion and intensity at Goodison Park, Everton broke free from the cycle of misery that has haunted them for years, dealing a significant blow to Liverpool’s Premier League title aspirations. The 2-0 triumph for Everton, their first home win in a Merseyside derby since October 2010, carried an extra dose of satisfaction as it potentially shattered Liverpool’s hopes of clinching the league title. The jubilant atmosphere at Goodison Park was palpable, with chants of “You Lost The League At Goodison Park” echoing through the stadium.…

Manchester United saw off the challenge of Sheffield United at the Old Trafford stadium to win 4:2 at the end of 90minutes plus of football action. Manchester United’s captain Bruno Fernandes played a pivotal role in securing a 4-2 victory at home against Sheffield United, the Premier League’s bottom club, on Wednesday. His two goals came at a critical moment for manager Erik ten Hag, who is facing increasing pressure. Despite falling behind twice with Jayden Bogle and Ben Brereton Diaz finding the net for Sheffield United, Fernandes’ contributions helped United avoid a potential setback. He equalized from the…

Carlos Tevez discharged from hospital, after he was admitted for series of chest pain problem. Former Argentina international Carlos Tevez has been discharged from the hospital following a bout of chest pains that led to his admission earlier this week. The 40-year-old, currently serving as the head coach for Independiente, was hospitalized in Buenos Aires on Tuesday but has since been released. Independiente, the Argentinian top-flight club, confirmed Tevez’s discharge and stated that he will now rest at home before resuming training on Thursday. Tevez, known for his stints at Manchester United, Manchester City, and West…

Watford has confirmed the permanent appointment of Tom Cleverley as the new Hornets’ Head Coach. The former Watford Midfielder will now take over the helms of affairs at the London club on a permanent basis, having been in charge as an interim manager for a while. Tom Cleverly who also played for Manchester United was having is coaching badges while playing for Watford. And the championship side has now officially confirmed their former player as the new head coach of the team. More details subsequently….

Andrew Cole and John Terry Inducted into Premier League Hall of Fame In a celebration of football excellence, Andrew Cole and John Terry have been officially inducted into the Premier League Hall of Fame, joining an illustrious list of legends who have left an indelible mark on English football. The announcement comes after a rigorous selection process that involved votes from fans globally, combined with the assessments of the esteemed Premier League Awards Panel. From a shortlist of 15 exceptional former players, Andrew Cole and John Terry emerged as deserving additions to the prestigious Hall of Fame. …

NPFL Imposes #6 Million Naira Fine on Kwara United for Live Broadcast Misconduct Kwara United has been penalized with a #6 million fine for providing false information that resulted in a fixture adjustment, causing disruption to the live television broadcast schedule of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Matchday 31. The Ilorin-based club faced a two-count summary jurisdiction, charged with breaching Rule C1.1 and B6.23, leading to the substantial fine. The controversy arose when Kwara United requested a fixture change for their Matchday 31 encounter against Akwa United, moving it from Saturday, April 20, to Sunday, April 21. They cited…

Olivier Giroud Joins Los Angeles FC, As Former Arsenal Man Embarks on MLS Journey In an exciting development for Major League Soccer (MLS) fans, Olivier Giroud will officially sign with Los Angeles FC, marking the beginning of a new chapter in his illustrious football career. (As confirmed by transfer guru Fabrizio) The French striker’s move to LAFC comes after a verbal agreement was reached back in March, and the contract is expected to be finalized in the next few hours, which will see him sign until December 2025. Giroud’s transition to LAFC is particularly significant as he departs…

Leicester City Premier League ambition looks set to be achieved as they thump Southampton 5:0 at the Kingspower Stadium. Leicester City’s Abdul Fatawu shined with a hat-trick, propelling his team towards a potential Premier League return and dampening Southampton’s hopes of automatic promotion. Fatawu’s first-half goal set the tone, showcasing Leicester’s dominance and efficiency. Wilfred Ndidi’s powerful header further extended their lead, leaving Southampton struggling to find a foothold. The momentum shifted briefly in Southampton’s favor after halftime, but Leicester’s clinical performance was relentless. Fatawu’s second goal was a highlight, followed by Jamie Vardy’s contribution and another from…

Arkadiusz Milik’s strike in the 83rd minute, made the difference for Juventus. Juventus secured a spot in the Coppa Italia final with a thrilling 3-2 aggregate victory over Lazio, despite a 2-1 loss in the second leg. Valentin Castellanos opened the scoring for Lazio with a header in the early stages of the match in Rome. He then doubled their lead shortly after halftime, leveling the aggregate score and igniting hopes of a comeback for Lazio. However, Arkadiusz Milik, who came on as a substitute, turned the tide in Juventus’ favor with a crucial goal in the 83rd…

Africa’s prestigious competition; the CAF nations Cup 2025 edition may yet be postponed according to report. The 2025 African Cup of Nations is facing a postponement due to changes in the format of the FIFA Club World Cup. The governing body of world football FIFA has expanded the participating clubs from 8 to 32, leading to a rescheduling conflict. Originally slated to kick off in the summer of 2025, the AFCON now overlaps with the revamped Club World Cup schedule. However, the President of the Federation of Royal Morocco Football, Fouzi Lekja, has asserted that the biennial tournament will…

Football in Zambia is facing a tumultuous period as fraud allegations shake the foundation of the sport. The arrest of Football Association President Andrew Kamanga, along with Secretary-General Reuben Kamanga and assistant Madatliso Kamanga, by the Drug Enforcement Commission has sent shockwaves through the football community. These developments come amidst Zambia’s Shepolopolo team gearing up to represent Africa at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, alongside Nigeria’s Super Falcons. The timing of these events has added a layer of complexity to an already tense situation. The reports emerging from Zambia paint a troubling picture, highlighting the challenges and controversies…

Nigerian Chess Champion Raises Over $120,000 in Record-Breaking Marathon Tunde Onakoya, a 29-year-old Nigerian chess champion and founder of the education charity Chess in Slums Africa, achieved a remarkable feat by livestreaming himself breaking the Guinness World Record for the longest chess marathon. Onakoya’s endeavor took place in New York City’s Times Square on April 17, aiming to surpass the previous record of 56 hours, 9 minutes, and 37 seconds set by Hallvard Haug Flatebø and Sjur Ferkingstad. Supported by U.S. chess champion Shawn Martinez, Onakoya embarked on a grueling challenge, playing chess continuously for 60 hours. Martinez…