Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

3SC boss Gbenga Ogunbote Hails Team Fighting Spirit After His Side Remarkable Win Away From Home. The Ibadan soccer lords faced an early setback with a first-half goal against them but rallied in the second half to clinch a 2-1 victory. The former Rangers International coach commended his team for their resilience during a press conference after the match. Acknowledging both divine support and the players’ efforts, he explained the challenges they faced, including a delayed arrival due to a vehicle breakdown, leading to initial fatigue among the players. The coach, affectionately known as Oracle, highlighted their…

Former home-based Super Eagles player Bright Esieme has tragically passed away after a brief illness, as confirmed by his elder brother, Osimiri Esieme. Esieme, aged 32, left a significant mark in Nigerian football, notably representing the country during the 2014 Orange African Nations Championship in South Africa under Coach Stephen Keshi’s guidance. His versatility and dedication were evident as he secured a starting position in the Super Eagles squad during the tournament. Filling in as a right-back in the match against Morocco due to Solomon Kwambe’s suspension, Esieme showcased his skills and commitment on the field. Throughout…

Victor Osimhen showcased his goal-scoring prowess once again by netting his 12th goal in Serie A this season for Napoli, propelling them to a 4-2 comeback victory against Monza The reigning African Footballer of the Year capitalized on a well-placed cross from the right, unleashing a powerful header into the net in the 55th minute. Napoli’s resurgence was marked by a flurry of goals in the second half, where they netted three times within six minutes to secure the 4-2 win and maintain their slim hopes of securing a top-four finish in Serie A. Currently occupying the…

Former England midfielder, Owen Hargreaves, is tipping Arsenal to beat Bayern Munich in their Champions League quarter-final match on Tuesday night. But Hargreaves admits the Bundesliga champions are “dangerous underdogs” in the tie. Hargreaves played for Bayern from 1997-2007 and has refused to write them off despite their poor season. He told TNT Sports: “To be honest, I think Arsenal might just shade it with the season that they’ve had. “Historically, Bayern have been the favourite in this game but they’ve had a bit of a tricky season. I think Bayern can salvage their season if they go through. “But…

Andros Townsend, midfielder for Luton Town, has criticized the handling of financial rule breaches in the Premier League, stating that the uncertainty surrounding these cases “makes a mockery” of the league. On Monday, Everton received a two-point deduction for their second violation of the Premier League’s profit and sustainability rules (PSR). They have announced their intention to appeal the decision, but the process may not conclude before the end of the season, leaving clubs uncertain about their top-flight status post-May 19. Under PSR rules, clubs can incur losses of up to £105 million over three years. Everton exceeded this limit…

Shooting Stars showcased their determination for a top-three spot in the Nigeria Premier League with a rare 2-1 victory in Kano on Monday evening, marking a significant departure from their previous away struggles against Kano Pillars. Shooting Stars changed the narrative as they surprisingly earned the maximum 3 point away from home in a ground usually accompanied by divers whitewashing. In past encounters, Shooting Stars often faced heavy defeats, with scorelines reaching as wide as 6-0. However, their recent performance demonstrated a shift in momentum. Initially, the match seemed to follow familiar patterns when Shooting Stars conceded an early…

Tony Elumelu, renowned philanthropist and Nigerian billionaire, has officially expressed his interest in acquiring a club in the Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL). He confirmed ongoing discussions with the Minister of Sports, Senator John Owan Enoh, regarding this venture as earlier reported by SpeedySports. As the CEO of United Bank of Africa (UBA), Elumelu revealed that he and other prominent figures in the country have been approached by the minister to assess the feasibility of club ownership. This move aims to enhance the development of the league and serve as a form of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). Responding…

Everton deducted two more points for breaching Premier League’s financial rules Everton have received a two-point deduction, their second points cut this season, after the club’s appeal against a Premier League charge for a breach of Profitability and Sustainability Rules (PSR) was unsuccessful, the league said on Monday. The Merseyside club were penalized for the first breach with a deduction of 10 points in November. Following an appeal, they had that penalty reduced to six points. The Toffees have now dropped down one position to 16th in the Premier League and just two points above the relegation zone. “The independent…

The Super Falcons of Nigeria have touched down in South Africa for the decisive second leg of their Paris 2024 Olympic Games qualifier against Banyana Banyana. Randy Waldrum and his team arrived in Lagos on Sunday afternoon before boarding an Air Peace flight to O.R. Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg. The squad is expected to reach Pretoria later today, gearing up for the crucial match. The showdown between the Super Falcons and Banyana Banyana is set to take place at Pretoria’s Loftus Versfeld Stadium on Tuesday, with the kick-off scheduled for 6:30 pm Nigeria time. Having…

Tunisia’s Dorsaf Ganouati will officiate as the center referee for the upcoming match between South Africa’s Banyana Banyana and Nigeria’s Super Falcons. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has appointed Tunisia’s Dorsaf Ganouati as the center referee for the upcoming match between South Africa’s Banyana Banyana and Nigeria’s Super Falcons in the final round of Olympic Games qualifying. The game is scheduled to take place at Lotfus Versfeld Stadium in Pretoria on Wednesday. Ganouati will be supported by fellow Tunisians Houda Afine and Emna Ajbouni, who will serve as the first assistant and fourth officials, respectively. Yara Atef…

Fenerbache’s season in the Turkish League continue to be disrupted by many on field drama as players walk away from cup final against Galatasaray. Fenerbahce’s players made a dramatic statement by walking off the pitch just one minute into Sunday’s Turkish Super Cup match against Galatasaray, resulting in the game being abandoned and their forfeiture of the trophy. Fenerbahce, fielding their Under-19 team, opted to withdraw from the rescheduled match in Sanliurfa, approximately 1,000 km from Istanbul, following Galatasaray’s goal by Argentine striker Mauro Icardi. Reports indicated that Fenerbahce had sought a postponement of the match due…

Rivers United’s journey in the CAF Confederation Cup came to an end in the Quarterfinals as they suffered a 2-0 defeat to defending champions USM Alger in Algeria on Sunday night. The Algerians, led by Malian striker Abdullah Kanou, secured a crucial victory with a goal in each half, overturning their 1-0 loss in the first leg in Nigeria and winning the tie 2-1 on aggregate to progress to the semi-finals. USM Alger displayed a strong start, pressing for an early lead, and their efforts paid off in the 37th minute when Kanou found the net from close…