Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

Super Eagles defender Aina won’t be available for next AFCON Qualifier Super Eagles defender Ola Aina won’t be available for the first leg of their 2023 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Guinea-Bissau in September. The Torino defender will miss the game through suspension after picking up a second yellow card in the qualifying match against Sao Tome and Principe on Monday. Aina was solid in defense for the super Eagles as they crush their opponent 10-0. The defender was previously cautioned in Nigeria’s opening match of the AFCON qualifier against the Leone Stars of Sierra Leone. Nevertheless, the 25-year-old will be available for the away clash against Djurtus…

Welcome brother, we’re together says – Gabriel Martinelli  Arsenal forward, Gabriel Martinelli has reacted to the news of fellow compatriot Marquinhos’ transfer to the North London club. Arsenal confirmed Marquinhos’ arrival on Sunday via its official website. After the official announcement was made by the Gunners, Martinelli took to his Instagram account to welcome the Sao Paulo star. On his Instagram story, Martinelli wrote: “Welcome brother. We are all in this together.” Marquinhos, 19, joins Arsenal on a long-term contract, the duration of which is yet to be confirmed. The winger has signed for Arsenal in a deal reportedly worth £3m.

African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), has given out $150m to First Bank of Nigeria Ltd., under its Pandemic Trade Impact Mitigation Facility (PATIMFA), to support the manufacturing and importation of products and equipment required to combat the COVID-19 pandemic. Group Head, Marketing and Corporate Communications, FirstBank, Mrs. Folake Ani-Mumuney, disclosed via a statement on Monday in Lagos. “The disbursement was further proof of the relevance of the programme in helping African economies to recover from the crisis-induced by the COVID-19 pandemic, the statement read in part.” President and Chairman of the Board of Directors of Afreximbank, Prof. Benedict Oramah, added that…

Arsenal bid rejected by Napoli Arsenal’s opening bid for Napoli striker, Victor Osimhen has been rejected, according to reports. The Gunners are in need of strikers after losing their strike partners Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Alexandre Lacazette to Lyon and Barcelona respectively. Arsenal Boss, Mikel Arteta is said to be keen on acquiring the service of the Nigerian forward to boost their attack for the New season. 23-year-old Osimhen, who plays for Serie A side, Napoli, has directly contributed 24 goals in 32 games across all competitions for the Naples. According to Il Mattino, the Italian giant has reportedly slapped an £85million…

Osimhen hits four against São Tomé, joins Nigeria all-time top scorers list. Napoli talisman, Victor Osimhen netted four times as Nigeria humiliated Sao Tome and Principe 10-0 in a 2023 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier on Monday. Thanks to goals from Victor Osimhen, Moses Simon, Emmanuel Dennis, Ademola Lookman, Etebo and Moffi to record the biggest win in the history of Super Eagles since 10-1 victory against the Squirrels of Benin Republic in 1959 at the Kwame Nkrumah Cup. Osimhen now scores 15 goals in 23 appearances for the Super Eagles. This has taken him above legends like Austin ‘Jay Jay’ Okocha, Kanu…

Salah determined to win Ballon d’Or Liverpool star forward, Mohamed Salah has said he will do all he can to win the Ballon d’Or award next year, if he fails to win it this year. Salah, speaking with France Football, admitted that Real Madrid’s Karim Benzema might be favourite to win the individual accolade. Karim Benzema extraordinary performance this season with a Champions League trophy to his name, means he’s the Favorite to win the prestigious award ahead of Mo’Salah of Liverpool. Salah is eager to join Liberia’s George Weah as the only African to win the award, but concedes he might have…

Uruguay forward Nunez set to join Liverpool Liverpool have reached an agreement to sign Benfica’s striker, Darwin Nunez in a deal worth up to €100m (£85m). Nunez will now be heading to Anfield with the club announcing the deal Monday morning. They confirmed Liverpool will pay an initial €75m (£64m), with add-ons amounting to €25m included in the deal. The transfer is subject to the 22-year-old agreeing personal terms with Liverpool and completing a medical. Nunez will then put pen to paper on a five-year contract. Liverpool manager Jurgen Kloop praise the 22-years-old saying “Extremely good-looking boy! And a decent…

2022 Nations League results and fixtures Govima sports brings you the results of all the 2022 UEFA Nations League matches that took place on Sunday. Switzerland defeated Portugal 1-0 at the Stade de Genève Stadium with the absence of superstar Cristiano Ronaldo. UEFA Nations League recorded the fastest goal in the competition with Benfica forward Haris Seferovićscoring the goal, as Switzerland beat Portugal in Group A2. Leaving Spain to Leapfrog Portugal to the top of the table after defeating Czech Republic 2-0. Below are the results of the games played on Sunday: A2 Spain 2-0 Czech RepublicA2 Switzerland 1-0 PortugalB4 Norway 3-2 SwedenB4 Slovenia 2-2 SerbiaC2…

Don’t underrate São Tomé says Peseiro Super Eagles disappointing outing against Mexico and World Cup-bound Ecuador was over turn when they defeated Sierra Leone 2-1 in their first opening match of the AFCON qualifiers. The super Eagles will now face Sao Tome in their next fixture. Head coach, Jose Peseiro has said his players must be at their best to overcome the Falcons of Sao Tome and Principe in Monday’s 2023 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier. The fans will be expecting the Super Eagles to win the match with ease, with no room for errors in the game. Looking down…

The race for the top scorer’s gong in NPFL  The race for the Goal king award continues in the Nigeria professional football League, with some of the contenders showing prowess in front of goal last week. The contenders are showing their class again has Enyimba forward, Victor Mbaoma shot to the top of the scoring chart with 15 goals after scoring an Hat-trick against Kwara United on sunday. Mbaoma was, however, usurped at the top of the log by Rivers United’s Chijioke Akuneto on Sunday. Akuneto scored twice as League leaders Rivers United comes from behind to defeat Abia Warriors 2-1 at the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium, Port…

Dybala set to join Inter Milan Coppa Italia winners, Inter Milan are offering Paulo Dybala a four-year deal for a bit less than €6m guaranteed net salary per season plus add-ons, according to Fabrizio Romano. Both parties will meet in the coming days to strike a deal. The Argentine attacking midfielder scored 82 goals for the old lady during his time at the club and also helped Argentina to win Copa America, a champions League ticket for Juventus in Serie A wasn’t left out.  The Argentine International who wants to join Inter Milan had already confirmed his departure from Juventus as a free agent.…

La Liga giant Real Madrid signs Aurelien Real Madrid have signed Aurelien Tchouameni from AS Monaco on a six-year contract deal. The France international who is on international duty played a vital role in France 1-1 draw away to Austria in the Uefa Nations League. AS Monaco sensational Tchouameni won the Uefa Nations League with France and also helped Monaco secure a champions League spot after an excellent season. The 22 years old is a creative midfielder with lot of potentials in him. Real Madrid will pay a transfer fee of around €80 million to sign the 22-year-old. Los Blancos have beaten off…