Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

Nigeria sealed their place in the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final for the first time since winning the competition back in 2013 after battling through 4-2 on penalties in a thrilling semi-final clash with South Africa. Nigeria having registered four successive wins ‘to nil’ in the tournament, travelled to Bouaké full of confidence in pursuit of an eighth final appearance. A clash against South Africa playing in their first AFCON semi-final for 24 years – promised to be a stern test, however, and that was reflected in a cagey start with neither side able to gain control of proceedings.…

The first semi-final clash of the AFCON tournament is set to kickstart in an hour’s time and the Super Eagles of Nigeria have released their lineup (Govima Sport Reports) Nigeria Vs South Africa all set for the first showdown. Jose Pesiero made one change as Bright Osayi comes in for the injured Zaidu Sanusi.

DR Congo midfielder Charles Pickel has reiterated that his side will not be intimidated by the hostile atmosphere awaiting them in the AFCON semi-final clash Cote d’Ivoire. AFCON 2023 semi-final showdown is upon us as the Leopards face the resurgent Ivorians at the imposing 60,000 capacity Stade Alassane Ouattara in Abidjan. A vociferous home crowd will roar on the Elephants but Pickel insists it will be approached like any other match. “It will be a game like any other. It’s a semi-final we are ready to compete in,” said the Cremonese midfielder. “We play in front of big crowds for…

NPFL update as Sporting Lagos, Rangers and others strengthens team ahead of the league’s resumption on the 14th of February 2024. NPFL side Sporting Lagos have announced the signing of Kalu Chukwuemeka, who rejoined the club ahead of the second stanza of the 2023-24 Nigeria Premier Football League season. Chukwuemeka had previously played for Sporting Lagos during their time in the Nigeria National League (NNL) last season. And He was pivotal in their charge for promotion to the NPFL. Sporting Lagos made the announcement via their official X handle. “He’s baaaaaaaack! Welcome home, Kalu, Let’s start the next chapter,”…

Zaidu Sanusi is a major doubt for Nigeria’s 2023 Africa Cup of Nations semi-final clash with South Africa (Govima Sport Reports) Zaidu Sanusi the Porto FC left-back and Nigeria international wasn’t involved in the team’s final training in Bouake on Tuesday night. Zaidu who has been battling with injury since the beginning of the AFCON 2023 final, has come under heavy criticism from supporters who have not been impressed by his shaky displays so far for the Super Eagles at the on going AFCON tournament in Cote d’Ivoire. Regardless of that, the defender seems to have the trust of his…

NPFL reschedule game involving Sporting Lagos and Rivers United (Govima Sport Reports) NPFL match between Sporting Lagos and Rivers United which was earlier bid to hold today has now been postponed. The rescheduled outstanding game of matchday 13 has now once again be shifted to a later date that will be announced subsequently. According to what we gathered, the management of the league took the initiative to postpone the game due to the Super Eagles of Nigeria Africa Cup of Nations semi-final match against South Africa in Cote d’Ivoire later today. Just to rally support from every possible means. Bafana…

World Trade Organization, WTO, Director General, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala has sent a message to the Super Eagles of Nigeria as they get set to face the Bafana Bafana of South Africa in an AFCON semi-final clash later today  Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, conveyed the message to the Eagles in a tweet via her X account, where she urged the Super Eagles to get the job done against South Africa and qualify for the AFCON finals. She, however, wished Jose Peseiro’s men the best of luck against their opponent. Wishing our very own Super Eagles the best of luck tomorrow!! Let’s get it done,”…

Ronwen Williams has warned the Super Eagles of Nigeria that stats don’t play game ahead of their 2023 AFCON, semi-final tie later today. Ronwen Williams, who recently put his name in history’s book after saving four penalties during shoot-outs against Cape Verde in the quarter-final, gave the warning during his pre-match press conference yesterday evening. Based on head to head, the Super Eagles have more wins against the Bafana Bafana down the years. However, the Bafana Bafana GK insisted that Hugo Broos’ side are not bothered about their poor record against Nigeria. In his words, Williams said:…

Chelsea FC has taken out time to remember former winger and Ghanaian player Christian Astu who tragically lost his life to the Earthquake in Turkey last year. The Premier League club took to their official X page on Tuesday to post a picture of the late Ghanaian in action for the Blues. “One year ago today we tragically lost Christian Atsu,” Chelsea wrote. Our thoughts will always remain with Christian’s family and friends. Chelsea have taken out time to reminisce on one of their ex-player, Christian Atsu, who passed on in 2023. He was part of the victims that…

Victor Osimhen has been cleared and he’s joined up with the rest of the squad in Bouake Victor Osimhen has been declared fit and available for selection in the semi-final clash against South Africa on Wednesday, today. He has joined the team in Bouaké and has trained with the squad yesterday. As revealed by the official X account of the Super Eagles of Nigeria. The game against South Africa today kicks off 6pm Nigerian time.

Jurrien Timber has been included amongst Arsenal squad for Champions League knockout stage. (Govima Sport Reports) Jurrien Timber who joined Arsenal last summer from Ajax but unfortunately got injured on his league debut for Arsenal against West Ham in the first game of the season and had since been sidelined. However the defender is back running and training and looks to finally make the squad after the long term injury he sustained earlier in the season giving Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal a major boost ahead of their round of 16 encounter against Porto in the Champions League next week.

De Rossi the new Roma manager, has expressed his displeasure at Romelu Lukaku and Leandro Paredes for acting out of context during their 4-0 win over Cagliari on Monday. Despite the impressive win, De Rossi was unhappy with the on-field behaviour of Lukaku and Paredes. Lukaku had a face-off with Yerry Mina in the first half, while Parades picked up a yellow card after a scuffle with Nahitan Nandez. Speaking to newsmen after the game, De Rossi said: “Look, I like it when players try to defend their teammates, but when leading 4-0 they need to be intelligent” “We need…