Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

The Naija Super 8 champions Sporting Lagos has secured the signature of some talent ahead of the season resumption. NPFL side Sporting Lagos have confirmed the signing of Mike Zaruma a right back from Plateau United, he was one of the players that won the Nigerian premier football league title for Plateau United, Mike has also represented Nigeria in the U20 African cup of nations back in 2019. A player Plateau United fans will definitely miss.  The Lagos based club have also completed the signing of Philip Kehinde a former Remo Stars player, he have now moved to the Lagos…

Bayer Leverkusen stamped their authority on the Bundesliga title race by comprehensively beating defending champions Bayern Munich 3-0 at the BayArena, moving five points clear at the summit while extending their unbeaten start to the campaign to an incredible 31 matches. Bayern Leverkusen keeps defiling all odds as they continue what has been an amazing season. Never before in Bundesliga history have two teams had at least 50 points at this stage of a season, but that’s the incredible standard these two juggernauts have set so far this campaign. Visiting boss Thomas Tuchel sprung a surprise with his team selection,…

AFCON 2023: 3rd Place Encounter-Bafana Bafana Emerge As Bronze Medal Winners After A Penalty Shootout Win Over DR Congo AFCON 2023 tournament ended on a high note for South Africa as they secured a first third-place Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) finish since 2000 beating DR Congo 6-5 on penalties at the Stade Félix-Houphouét-Boigny following a goalless draw. Ultimately, this is the match no one wants to be involved in. Nevertheless, Bafana Bafana and Les Léopards had the chance to sign off with a win and a place on the podium -a fantastic achievement for either considering they were largely…

Qatar retains Asian Cup crown as Akram Afif hat-trick sinks underdogs Jordan Qatar became the first team since Japan in 2004 to retain their Asian Cup crown, with tournament top goalscorer Akram Afif scoring three times from the penalty spot to defeat Jordan at Lusail Stadium. Jordan were playing in their first Asian Cup final and seeking their first major trophy, but it was Qatar who prevailed in front of 86,492 fans, including Qatar’s ruler Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani and FIFA president Gianni Infantino. Qatar took the lead in the 20th minute when Afif won a penalty as he…

As President Tinubu directs maximum support to boost the nations representatives in Africa’s top competition final showdow According to the information from the Presidency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, has directed Vice President Kashim Shettima to lead a presidential team to the finals of the African Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Côte d’Ivoire. The Vice President had also represented the President at the semi-finals when the Super Eagles defeated South Africa in a pulsating encounter. The Nigerian national team is set to face host, Côte d’Ivoire, in a thrilling rematch at the Alassane Ouattara Stadium in Abidjan on Sunday, February…

Former Super Eagles forward Osaze Odemwingie has said the team have an advantage over Cote d’Ivoire as the two African giants clash in the final of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, on Sunday. Osaze Odemwingie has lend his voice to talk about the AFCON 2023 tournament ahead of the grand finale. The Super Eagles of Nigeria defeated the Elephants of Cote D’Ivoire 1-0 during the group stage of the competition. Ivory Coast beat defending champions Senegal, Mali, and Dr Congo en route to the final to set up a final clash against Nigeria. “Hopefully, history repeats itself…

Cote d’Ivoire remain favourite to win AFCON according to Super Eagles boss Jose Peseiro Jose Peseiro, has said host nation Cote d’Ivoire are favourites to win the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. Nigeria play the hosts on Sunday, looking to lift the title for the fourth time in history. Peseiro, while speaking to the media today, believes the Ivorians have the advantage. “Congratulations to Cote d’Ivoire for reaching the final; they are the favourites, but we want to win the AFCON,” Peseiro said. He did conclude that he wants to “win the trophy for the people…

Zaidu Sanusi is now in contention to start Nigeria’s 2023 Africa Cup of Nations final clash with the Elephants of Cote d’Ivoire after returning to full training on Friday night. Zaidu Sanusi missed Nigeria’s semi-final victory against Bafana Bafana of South Africa due to injury. The FC Porto defender participated in all the training drills at the Police College Cocody, Abidjan. Meanwhile, Victor Osimhen and William Troost-Ekong didn’t partake in the training. The duo were rested and are expected to be part of the final session on Saturday (today). The Super Eagles will face the hosts at the Alassanne Quattara…

The English Premier League is in full swing and edging closer to that time of the season where we often see rollercoaster and shocking results as various teams fight for the title, others for the champions league spot, while others simply to survive relegation.  Govima Sport bring you the fixtures to look out for over the weekend. EPL Match Day 24 fixtures is set to go ahead across the UK. With the following fixtures slated for this weekend. All matches in EPL are difficult and any team could hurt the other even the so called top clubs as we…

Nigeria Vs Argentina friendly encounter slated to hold later in the year has been cancelled. (Govima Sport Reports) Nigeria Vs Argentina International friendly match between  Super Eagles and the World champions Argentina has now been cancelled. The much anticipated encounter which had gained global interest since its announcement by organizers will no longer go ahead. The warm-up game was initially slated to hold later in March in Hangzhou, China, but has to be cancelled due to tension regarding renowned global football star Lionel Messi. According to information we gathered, the current Inter Miami forward was expected to appear…

Confederation Of African Football (CAF), has announced the match officials for the much-anticipated 2023 African Cup of Nations (AFCON), final between the Super Eagles of Nigeria and the host nation the Elephants of Côte d’Ivoire – (Govima Sport Reports) CAF made this known via their official website and according to the information from them, Mauritania’s Dahane Beida has been appointed as the centre referee for that particular contest between Nigeria and Cote d’Ivoire. Likewise, Jerson Emiliano Dos Santos from (Angola) will be the assistant referee I and Diana Chicotesha as assistant referee II. Meanwhile Karboui Bouchra of Morocco will serve…

The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), has announced a new date for the kickoff of the second half of the 2023/24 season  NPFL organizers made this change in date, known via a letter sent to clubs dated February 9, 2024, which was signed by Davidson Owumi and addressed to club Chairmen/General Managers. A part of the letter reads: “This is to formally notify all clubs that the new date for the Matchday 20, initially scheduled for February 14, 2024, is now the weekend of Friday, February 16, 2024, to Sunday, February 18, 2024”, With the latest development, clubs…