Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

Cape Verde made history by claiming their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) knockout-phase victory through a hard earned Ryan Mendes’ 88th-minute penalty Cape Verde’s Ryan Mendes spot kick proved the difference against West African neighbours Mauritania in a stiflingly hot Abidjan to send them through into the last 8! After ensuring that Cape Verde finished top of Group B with a game to spare, manager Bubista rested many of his key men against Egypt to ensure that they returned fit and firing for this encounter. However, it was one of his ever-presents at this tournament, the Blue Sharks’ all-time…

In a bid to develop young talent and encourage the younger generation of footballers, NPFL will kickoff the Youth League in the country.  According to the information we gathered, the NPFL Youth League will begin February 1st 2024 in Five Centres across the country. The 20 NPFL Clubs have been zoned on regional basis for preliminary qualifying matches. Lafia will host North Central, and Kaduna both Northwest and Northeast, Ekiti will host Southwest, while Enugu will host Southeast, and Port Harcourt for SouthSouth clubs. A promising development which will undoubtedly help the grooming of young talent in the country.

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has debunked the news making the rounds since yesterday about him stepping down in the Summer. Arteta while on media duties ahead of his team’s EPL clash against Nottingham Forest on Tuesday night outrightly dismissed the untrue story. When asked by Journalist at Arsenal’s London Colney That We heard you will be leaving at the end of the season. Arteta replied: “Who me? No. That’s totally fake news what you read yesterday. I don’t know where it’s coming from but it’s totally untrue. I’m really upset about it. I couldn’t believe it. He has no source.…

Nigerian International Star and The Current African Footballer Of The Year Victor Osimhen Randomly Tested For Doping By CAF (Govima Sport Reports) According to our correspondents in Abidjan, it was gathered that CAF Initiates Random Drug Test for Victor Osimhen following his series of outstanding performance at the on going AFCON tournament, however nothing has been found implicating on him. Victor Osimhen who despite just scoring once so far has been instrumental to the progress of the Super Eagles, with 1 goal, 2 assists and likewise being involved in all the goals scored so far by the Super Eagles of…

AFCON: Stanley Nwabali The Nigerian International Shot Stopper Is Attracting Interest From Europe Following His Exploit At The On Going AFCON Tournament  Spanish La Liga club, Cádiz, are believed to be interested in signing the Nigerian Shot Stopper and are sniffing around on how to go about it. The club sent a message to wish the Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali a quick recovery ahead of Nigeria’s 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, quarter final tie against Angola on Friday. Cádiz also hailed Nwabali for his performances at the AFCON, labeling the Chippa United star as ‘GOAT’. Recall that Super…

Nigeria defensive midfielder Chukwuemeka Emmanuel Okereke has signed a two year deal In Finland with IFK Mariehamn. Okereke signed The two-year contract over the weekend. And while speaking with newsmen after the deal, Okereke’s agent is optimistic that the strong defensive midfielder who also plays as a center back will excel in his new club. Emmanuel Okereke last played for Wilbrose Football Club in Port Harcourt and is expected to hit the ground running with his new side in Finland. IFK Mariehhamn are currently 9th on the 12-club Finland Veikkausliiga League table. The team lost 1-0 away to HJK on…

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu has charged the Super Eagles to sustain their character and determination that saw them defeat Cameroon 2-0 on Saturday as they progress further in the Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON. Sanwo-Olu the Lagos State Governor has praised the Super Eagles for their incredible performance against Cameroon. Nigerian winger Ademola Lookman was in his imperious form after his two goals in either half helped the Super Eagles beat their rivals, Cameroon in the Round of 16 clash. Governor Sanwo-Olu who expressed delight over the victory which he anchored on teamwork, praised the players for their doggedness…

Egypt are going home following their penalty shootout loss in the hands of DR. Congo The highest record holders of the AFCON tournament Egypt has crashed out of the AFCON 2023 tournament on going in Cote d’Ivoire. The Pharoahs played out a 1:1 draw in Full time before proceeding into Extra time and still nothing could separate the two sides as they both gave their all in the contest. DR Congo took the lead through Elia in the 37th minute before Mostafa equalized from the spot for the Pharoahs in the closing stages of the first half to bring the…

BREAKING NEWS. Mikel Arteta has no plans to leave Arsenal managerial post at end of season Mikel Arteta has no plans to leave Arsenal at the end of the season, Sky Sports News has been told. Reports in Spain have suggested the Gunners boss intends to step down in the summer, with a number of outlets linking him to the Barcelona job. However according to sky sports the Arsenal Gaffer has no intention of stepping down in the summer which is contrary to the on going rumour in circulation. Arteta is contracted to Arsenal until the summer…

FA has released the fixtures for the fifth round of Football oldest competition following the fourth round matches played between yesterday and today. FA Cup Matches played today saw Manchester United triumphed against Newport 4:2 to seal their progression into the next round likewise also Liverpool who ran out 5:2 winners against Norwich City in Anfield. The draw for the FA Cup fifth round has been confirmed Manchester City are away at Luton Town, while the winner between Chelsea and Aston Villa will play the winner between Leeds and Plymouth. Sixth-tier Maidstone United will take on either Sheffield Wednesday or…

Guinea has qualified for the quarter finals after defeating Equatorial Guinea in the dying minutes of their round 16 clash in Cote d’Ivoire. (Govima Sport Reports) Guinea scored late on in the additional time to break the heart of resilient Equatorial Guinea who despite being reduced to 10 men hold their grit all through. Equatorial Guinea could have been the one who opened the scoring first, but top scorer Emilio Nsue missed a penalty and blew away their Chances. It was an even game with both team going against each other, but the final third was missing in both ends.…

Wolves win at West Brom after match was interrupted by crowd troubles  Fans Trouble as Wolverhampton Wanderers ran out 2-0 winners in their FA Cup fourth-round match at West Bromwich Albion on Sunday. Amidst fans disruptive actions which prompted the match to be suspended for a while due to the interruptions and clashes involving the two sides’ supporters. Wolves were leading 2-0 when projectiles were hurled on to one end of the pitch in the 82nd minute, sparking a brawl in a corner at The Hawthorns. Fans spilled on to the pitch, prompting players to leave the field. After a…