Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

Rangers defeated Sunshine Stars of Akure by 2 goals to nothing in NPFL Mid-week Clash. Rangers Boss Fidelis Ilechukwu however believed his team should have done better despite their victory over Sunshine Stars. Coach Fidelis Ilechukwu of Rangers International has voiced his disappointment despite his team’s 2-0 victory over Sunshine Stars. The ‘Flying Antelopes’ showcased one of their best performances of the season but struggled to capitalize on numerous scoring opportunities in their 2-0 win against Sunshine Stars F.C of Akure during a matchday 28 NPFL 2023/2024 fixture held at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium in Enugu. Kalu Nweke and…

Bayer Leverkusen set up a German Cup final with Kaiserslautern by thrashing second-tier Fortuna Dusseldorf in their semi-final. Goals from Jeremie Frimpong and Amine Adil gave Bundesliga leaders Leverkusen a comfortable lead inside 20 minutes. Florian Wirtz then netted twice either side of half-time, with his second goal from the penalty spot, to complete a dominant display. Leverkusen’s sole German Cup win in 1993 was the club’s last major trophy. Kaiserslautern beat third-tier Saarbrucken 2-0 in their semi-final on Tuesday. Xabi Alonso’s Leverkusen remain unbeaten this season and in the hunt to win three trophies. …

Phil Foden’s Stellar Performance Elevates Manchester City Phil Foden once again proved his worth as a pivotal figure for Manchester City with a dazzling display against Aston Villa, showcasing why he belongs among the club’s top stars. City manager Pep Guardiola’s decision to start without mainstays Kevin de Bruyne and Erling Haaland raised eyebrows initially, but Foden’s masterclass quickly silenced any doubts. His exceptional performance played a central role in City’s impressive 4-1 victory. De Bruyne and Haaland may be the headline acts, but Foden’s consistent brilliance positions him as a key player in Guardiola’s squad. His…

Finidi George Applauds Enyimba’s Dominant Victory Over Kano Pillars Former Nigerian international Finidi George praised Enyimba FC for their commanding performance in the 5-0 victory over Kano Pillars in Aba. This win marked Kano Pillars’ heaviest league defeat since April 2002, when they suffered a 5-0 loss to Julius Berger. Enyimba’s triumph was powered by Joseph Atule’s brace and goals from Alade Muyiwa, Chijioke Mbaoma, and Eze Ekwutoziam. George particularly commended Atule’s contribution, emphasizing the team’s focus on securing points in away matches, starting with their upcoming game against Lobi Stars in Lafia. Reflecting on the match, George…

Arsenal climbed back to the top of the Premier League table after a convincing victory against Luton at Emirates Stadium, despite missing their leading scorer Bukayo Saka due to an injury sustained in a previous match against Manchester City. Captain Martin Odegaard showcased his prowess by scoring his 30th Premier League goal for Arsenal, becoming the ninth Norwegian player to achieve this milestone. Odegaard opened the scoring in the 24th minute, capitalizing on an opportunity created by Emile Smith Rowe’s play. Arsenal further solidified their lead just before halftime when Japan defender Daiki Hashioka unintentionally scored an own…

Fenerbahce Players’ Disciplinary Verdict Revealed After Trabzonspor Incident Super Eagles defender Bright Osayi-Samuel has been exonerated of wrongdoing in the aftermath of a confrontation with a Trabzonspor fan (pitch invader) following Fenerbahce’s 3-2 victory away from home as earlier reported by Govima Sports The Turkish Football Federation (TFF) announced on Monday that Osayi-Samuel, along with two other Fenerbahce players, would face a disciplinary hearing regarding the pitch invasion incident that occurred during a Turkish Super Lig match between Trabzonspor and Fenerbahce on March 17. The verdict from the disciplinary hearing, revealed on Wednesday, indicated that Trabzonspor received…

Mike Tyson puts Critics in their place Legendary boxer Mike Tyson has responded to critics of his upcoming fight against Jake Paul, dismissing their concerns with confidence. Tyson, who is 58 years old, expressed his views on the matter, highlighting the massive attention and audience his fight with Jake Paul has garnered. “I’m 58, and what? I’m getting billions of views from just talking about fighting. Everybody, even most of the athletes, they’re jealous,” Tyson stated in response to the criticism surrounding his fight with Jake Paul. Tyson further emphasized the significant interest generated by his fight,…

Dominic Calvert-Lewin’s late penalty against Newcastle, earned Everton a vital point in their survival against relegation. In a crucial battle to avoid relegation, Everton gained a vital point as Dominic Calvert-Lewin converted a late penalty to secure a draw against Europe-chasing Newcastle. The match saw Alexander Isak open the scoring for Newcastle in the 15th minute, taking advantage of a well-placed ball from Harvey Barnes to calmly slot the ball past Everton goalkeeper Jordan Pickford. Despite some chances for Everton, including a disallowed goal for offside and an Isak attempt cleared off the line, the visitors struggled to…

Spurs Manager Ange Postecoglou says he would love joystick to control his players after missing out on the chance to move into the top 4 against West Ham United. Tottenham’s match against West Ham ended in frustration for manager Ange Postecoglou despite an early lead secured by Brennan Johnson’s tap-in just five minutes into the game. The match, played at a rain-soaked London Stadium, saw Spurs miss the opportunity to climb into the Premier League’s top four. The game started positively for Tottenham, with Wood’s brilliant strike marking his third consecutive Premier League appearance with a goal. However,…

Nottingham Forest went full force against Fulham winning 3:1in the premier league Mid-week contest and securing all maximum 3 point to boost their chances of survival. Nottingham Forest’s Face-off against Fulham has left fans and pundits alike discussing their impressive display. One standout moment was Wood’s brilliant strike, marking his third consecutive Premier League appearance with a goal. Additionally, Hudson-Odoi’s contribution, with five goals in 22 appearances for Forest, stands out compared to his 72 appearances for Chelsea to achieve the same tally. Forest displayed potential for more goals, with Elanga’s effort narrowly missing the post and Origi,…

Cameroon appoints Belgian Manager Marc Brys as New Head Coach of the Indomitable Lions. Cameroon has announced the appointment of Belgian Marc Brys as the new head coach of their men’s football team, replacing former coach Rigobert Song whose contract expired in February and was not renewed. Marc Brys (born 10 May 1962) is a Belgian football manager and former player, most recently the manager of  OH Leuven in the Belgian Pro League. Marc Brys will be supported by assistant coaches Joachim Mununga and Giannis Xilouris, as well as a new technical, medical, and administrative staff, as stated…

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has defended striker Erling Haaland following Roy Keane’s criticism after Sunday’s 0-0 draw with Arsenal. The ex-Manchester United captain said Haaland’s “general play” is “so poor” and “almost like a League Two player. “I don’t agree with him, absolutely not,” said Guardiola when asked about Keane’s comments. Haaland scored 52 goals in all competitions last season and has 29 this term – 18 in the Premier League. “He’s the best striker in the world,” added Guardiola of the 23-year-old Norwegian. “He helped us win last season and the reason why…