Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

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…

FC Saarbrucken, a third-tier team, witnessed the conclusion of their remarkable run in the German Cup as they succumbed to a 2-0 defeat against FC Kaiserslautern in the semi-final stage. The underdogs had captured the hearts of football enthusiasts by upsetting top-tier teams such as Bayern Munich, Borussia Monchengladbach, and Eintracht Frankfurt to secure a spot in the DFB-Pokal semi-finals. However, their aspirations of reaching the final were shattered as FC Kaiserslautern secured victory with second-half goals from Marlon Ritter and Almamy Toure. In the upcoming second semi-final match on Wednesday, Bundesliga leaders Bayer Leverkusen are…

Super Eagles’ Bright Osayi-Samuel Summoned by Turkish Football Federation. The Turkish Football Federation made an announcement on Tuesday regarding the call of Super Eagles defender Bright Osayi-Samuel and two other Fenerbahce players to appear before its disciplinary committee. This action stems from an incident where Osayi-Samuel and his teammates were involved in a confrontation with Trabzonspor fans who stormed the pitch following Fenerbahce’s 3-2 away victory. According to Super Sports, Osayi-Samuel and his colleagues could potentially face a substantial ban of up to 10 matches in accordance with the Turkish FA’s rules and regulations. Meanwhile, Fenerbahce…

Flying Eagles set to open camp ahead of time in order to avoid mistakes of African Games. In a bid to avoid the pitfalls of inadequate preparation, the Flying Eagles are gearing up to open camp well in advance of the U20 AFCON qualifiers. Coach Ladan Bosso emphasized the importance of thorough preparation, citing the team’s disappointing performance in the recent African Games in Ghana, where they failed to advance beyond the group stage. An official revealed that plans are underway for a state government to sponsor the team’s camp for a minimum of one month. This…

Chippa United’s High Valuation of Stanley Nwabali Hindering Kaizer Chiefs from pursuing transfer. Kaizer Chiefs’ pursuit of Nigeria’s Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali has hit a roadblock due to the hefty price tag placed on him by his club Chippa United. As earlier reported by BSNSports. Nwabali gained prominence for his stellar performances during Nigeria’s campaign in the 2023 African Cup of Nations in Ivory Coast. His standout displays caught the attention of clubs worldwide, prompting Chippa United to set a substantial valuation on him. The club has set a staggering price of R30 million (approximately $1.5 million) for Nwabali,…