Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

Former Footballer emerged as NIS Students Union President. In a recent election overseen by NIS Registrar Mr. Belmond Benson, former footballer Omefe Michael Kanayo has been elected as the President of the National Institute for Sports Students Union Government. Kanayo, who boasts over 26 years of experience working with the Ministry of Interior in Abuja, was unanimously elected by a significant majority during the conducted election. Having played professional football with Reformers FC Abuja until injuries forced an early end to his playing career, Kanayo has since transitioned into coaching with All Stars FC Kuje in FCT Abuja. Additionally, he…

Sunshine Queens Express Support for Delta Queens FC After Accident Sunshine Queens have extended their sympathies to Delta Queens FC following a tragic accident involving their officials en route to the Nigeria Women Football League matchday 10 fixture against Remo Stars Ladies. The Owena Whales conveyed their solidarity in a statement issued by the club’s team manager, Kenny Odogun. Odogun expressed gratitude that no lives were lost in the harrowing accident and offered prayers for the speedy recovery of the accident victims. He called upon the Government of Delta State and the management of Delta Queens…

World Cup 2030 Logo Unveiled: Spain, Portugal, and Morocco to Host In an exciting development for football fans worldwide, the World football governing body FIFA has officially revealed the logo for the highly anticipated 2030 World Cup. With just six years until the tournament kicks off, the unveiling of the logo marks a significant milestone in the preparations for this global sporting event. One of the most noteworthy aspects of this announcement is the selection of the host countries. Following the withdrawal of other bidding nations, the hosting rights for the 2030 World Cup have been awarded to three…

Takehiro Tomiyasu has signed a new 3 years contract with Arsenal  The Japanese international joined Arsenal in August 2021 from Serie A side Bologna and since his signing has played in all positions across the defence, making 73 Arsenal appearances in all competitions. Known by everyone at the club as Tomi, the 25-year-old defender started his career with Avispa Fukuoka in his home city, where he progressed through youth football before making 45 first-team appearances. During the winter transfer window of 2018, Tomi moved to Europe, signing for Belgian club Sint-Truiden. His strong performances resulted in him…

Osimhen, Awoniyi, Osho, and Ebuehi set to miss out on Super Eagles next round of international friendlies Against Ghana and Mali respectively. Several key players, including Napoli striker Victor Osimhen, Taiwo Awoniyi, Gabriel Osho, and Tyronne Ebuehi, have been ruled out of Nigeria’s upcoming friendly matches against Ghana and Mali. The Super Eagles camp opened on Tuesday, but these players will miss the games due to various reasons. Osimhen, who recently won Africa’s Player of the Year award, has been struggling with fitness issues in recent weeks, leading to his exclusion from the matches scheduled for March 22nd and 26th…

Young Talent Chidimma Nwokedi Making Waves in English Football Chidimma Nwokedi, a rising football star with Nigerian heritage, is capturing attention on the football fields of England. Born and raised in England to Nigerian parents, Nwokedi’s passion for the beautiful game has seen her excel at a young age. Currently showcasing her skills for Cray Wanderers U12 Girls team in England, Nwokedi has already made an impressive mark on the pitch. In a remarkable feat, she has participated in 62 games and netted an astounding 203 goals, demonstrating her talent and goal-scoring prowess. At just her age, Nwokedi’s achievements…

Pep Guardiola focused on Premier League Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has shifted his focus to the Premier League as his team prepares for a crucial match against Arsenal, emphasizing the importance of taking things one step at a time. Guardiola’s comments came amid a busy and intense period for Manchester City, with key fixtures on the horizon. One of which is the upcoming game against Arsenal before they face Real Madrid in the Champions League Quarter-Finals. However Guardiola’s attention is focusing solely on the immediate task at hand. “I don’t want to think too much about the future…

Chelsea Women’s team secured a commanding victory against Ajax in the Women’s Champions League quarter-final, with Sjoeke Nusken’s brace leading the way for Emma Hayes’ side. Ajax, making their first appearance at this stage of the competition, started brightly with an early shot hitting the post. However, Chelsea soon took control of the match. Lauren James opened the scoring for Chelsea after intercepting a through ball, with her shot deflecting off an Ajax defender and finding the net. Initially ruled out for offside, VAR intervened and awarded the goal. Despite having a goal disallowed by VAR due to Nusken’s offside…

Chukwuebuka Enekwechi, the African Games champion, achieved a remarkable feat by setting a new indoor African record in shot put and surpassing the Paris 2024 Olympics qualifying mark with a massive 21.63m throw at the Hvězdy V Nehvizdech meeting in the Czech Republic in February. Enekwechi’s performance shattered the 13-year-old African indoor record of 21.47m set by Janus Roberts of South Africa in 2001 during an Olympics qualifier event. Likewise at the ongoing African Games in Accra, Tobi Amusan, the two-time African defending champion, showcased her prowess in the women’s 100m hurdles, leading the chart in heat two and positioning…

The official draw for the Paris 2024 Olympics basketball competition, held at the Patrick Baumann House of Basketball in Mies, has revealed challenging match-ups for D’Tigress of Nigeria. The event, broadcasted globally on FIBA‘s YouTube page and featuring performances by Penny Taylor and Carmelo Anthony, marked a significant moment for teams vying for victory in the Men’s and Women’s Olympic Basketball Tournaments in Paris. The draw heightened anticipation for the Paris 2024 Olympics basketball tournaments, scheduled from July 27 to August 11 in France, as top teams found themselves in competitive groups. The Women’s Olympic Basketball Tournament Paris 2024…

Thibaut Courtois Sidelined with Ruptured Internal Meniscus In a major setback for Real Madrid, goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois has suffered a ruptured internal meniscus in his right knee. This injury comes at a critical time as Courtois had recently recovered from an ACL injury. As a result of this latest setback, the Belgian goalkeeper is expected to be sidelined for the next two months. With the season nearing its end, Courtois faces a challenging road to recovery, leaving Real Madrid with crucial decisions to make regarding their goalkeeping situation.

IFAB Approves New Offside Rule Test: Entire Body Must Be Ahead of Last Defender To Be Considered Offside. In a significant development for football’s offside rule, the International Football Association Board (IFAB) has approved new tests that will redefine what constitutes an offside offense on the field. Under the newly approved rule, a player will be deemed offside only if their entire body, including any part capable of playing the ball, is ahead of the last defender. The decision comes after extensive discussions and consultations within IFAB, aiming to clarify and simplify the interpretation of offside situations during matches. The…