Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

Manchester United saw off the challenge of Everton at the Old Trafford. Winning 2:0 at the end of 90 minutes of football action. Manchester United back in action in the Premier League after losing two consecutive games, the Red Devils knowing fully well that maximum 3 point is essential to keep hope of making the Champions League alive. Two penalties were enough to earn the maximum 3 point, Alejandro Ganacho was brought down twice and the referee didn’t hesitate to point to the spot. The penalties were converted by Fernandes and Rashford. Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag to TNT…

International Friendlies: Super Eagles up against Black Stars, Les Aigles in Morocco African vice champions Nigeria will take on Ghana’s Black Stars and Les Aigles of Mali in two top-grade friendly matches in the Moroccan city of Marrakech later this month. Both matches have been put together by NFF’s FIFA Match Agent, Jairo Pachon of Eurodata Sport. The clash with Ghana’s Black Stars, which comes up on Friday, 22nd March, is bound to resurrect vintage memories of a 73-year rivalry involving the West African giants, dating back to October 1951 when Nigeria bounced then Gold Coast 5-0…

Tyson Fury has weighed in on Anthony Joshua’s victory over Francis Ngannou in Saudi Arabia on Friday night. Joshua delivered an impressive performance, knocking Ngannou down with a powerful right hand in the first round. Despite Ngannou’s efforts to recover, Joshua landed two more decisive blows to secure the win. Fury, who observed the bout from ringside, commended Joshua for his strong showing but emphasized his focus on his upcoming bout against Oleksandr Usyk for the undisputed world heavyweight championship. Fury stated that the fight with Joshua is currently on the backburner, as he prioritizes his clash with Usyk…

In the kickoff match of the women’s football event at the African Games, Nigeria’s U-20 women’s national team, the Falconets, secured a 2-0 victory against Morocco on Friday. (Govima Sport Reports) Falconets of Nigeria, who are the reigning champions after clinching gold medal in the previous tournament held in Rabat in 2019 started off their campaign with a win against Morocco. Chioma Olise opened the scoring for Nigeria in the 19th minute, followed by Addo Yina extending the lead in the 40th minute. Meanwhile the Nigeria Male U-20 team lost their own encounter to Uganda in the first opening game,…

Anthony Joshua wasted no time to Knock Out Francis Ngannou in the Second Round of their  Heavyweight bout held in Saudi Arabia. (Govima Sport Reports) Anthony Joshua In a stunning display of power and precision, delivered a decisive knockout blow to former mixed martial arts (UFC) star Francis Ngannou, 37, in the early hours of Saturday. Two-time world champion Anthony Joshua, 34, produce an amazing punching skills to Knockout Ngannou just in the second round. The heavyweight clash, eagerly awaited by fans worldwide, saw Joshua dominate his Cameroonian opponent, sending him to the canvas multiple times in a brutal…

Anthony Joshua and Francis Ngannou Set to Clash in Highly Anticipated Showdown Tonight in Saudi Arabia (Govima Sport Preview) The world of combat sports is abuzz with excitement as two heavyweight titans, Anthony Joshua and Francis Ngannou, prepare to go head-to-head in a monumental showdown tonight in Saudi Arabia. The bout Scheduled for 11:00 PM local time, promises to deliver an electrifying spectacle as these formidable athletes collide in the ring. For Anthony Joshua, heavyweight champion on different occasions, this fight represents a crucial opportunity to reaffirm his status as one of the most dominant forces in the sport. With…

Rasmus Højlund Shines Bright at Old Trafford: Danish Striker Scores 5 Goals in four matches to pick up the first player of the month of his career. Rasmus Højlund Secures Premier League Player of the Month Honor for February In a thrilling acknowledgment of his outstanding performance, for Manchester United in the month of February, Rasmus Højlund, has clinched the prestigious title of Player of the Month for February. This marks a monumental milestone in Højlund’s career, as it is his inaugural recognition with this esteemed accolade. Manchester United’s Rasmus Højlund ignited a blazing trail at Old Trafford,…

Mikel Arteta has been named the Premier League Manager of the Month for February. Arteta scooped the award for February after guiding Arsenal to four wins from four and scoring 18 goals in the process, edging out Pep Guardiola and Erik ten Hag to win the silverware, and celebrated collecting the prize with his coaching staff – Inaki Cana, Carlos Cuesta, Albert Stuivenberg, Nicolas Jover and Miguel Molina. Mikel was the only boss in the division to record a 100 per cent record in February, which began with the joyous 3-1 win against table-topping Liverpool that pulled Arsenal back into…

In a thrilling encounter, Chelsea Women emerged victorious with a 1-0 win over Manchester City Women, propelling them into the final league cup clash against their London rivals, Arsenal. The tense matchup between two powerhouse teams saw Chelsea Women’s determination pay off as they secured a narrow victory over their formidable opponents. With both sides fiercely contesting every ball, it was Chelsea’s resilience and strategic play that ultimately tipped the scales in their favor. The lone goal of the match courtesy of Laurel James in the first half came at a crucial moment, highlighting Chelsea’s ability to capitalize on opportunities…

In a significant development in Nigerian football, the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has made the decision to declare the role of head coach for the Super Eagles vacant. This announcement indicates that the NFF has concluded discussions regarding the contract of Jose Peseiro, signaling the end of his tenure as head coach of the national team. Jose Peseiro the Portuguese coach, who took charge of the team in 2022, had been leading Nigeria through important international competitions, including the just concluded Africa Cup of Nations where he guided Nigeria to a second place finish, after losing the final to the…

West Ham United is reportedly considering a potential move to sign Emile Smith Rowe, hinting at a potential revival of transfer talks between the club and the player’s representatives (Govima Sport Reports) West Ham has held internal discussions regarding the possibility of bringing Smith Rowe on board, suggesting renewed interest in securing his services. Smith Rowe, a promising talent, has caught the attention of several clubs with his impressive performances, and West Ham’s deliberations indicate their keenness to add him to their squad. As discussions progress, Emile Smith Rowe’s potential move to West Ham United has sparked…

The NPFL board refutes claims of sanctions against Niger Tornadoes following their match with Rangers International. Reports circulating online suggested Tornadoes faced penalties for violating NPFL rules during their Matchday 23 clash with Rangers. However, NPFL swiftly responded, clarifying that the alleged sanctions did not originate from the league body. NPFL urged the public, stakeholders, and specifically Niger Tornadoes to disregard the purported Summary Jurisdiction notice, emphasizing that it did not come from NPFL’s official channels. They assured that deliberations on Matchday 23 reports are ongoing, and outcomes will be communicated through official NPFL media channels.