Following the conclusion of the UEFA Champions League round of 16, eight teams have secured spots in the quarter-finals, with the draw scheduled to take place on Friday. The teams that have qualified for the quarter-finals include PSG, Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, Manchester City, Barcelona, and Arsenal. The draw for the 2023-2024 Champions League quarter-finals…
Manchester United’s midfielder, Mason Mount, resurfaced in training on Tuesday, marking his comeback after a four-month hiatus due to a calf injury. Since his substantial £60 million ($76 million) transfer from Chelsea at the season’s onset, Mount has seen limited action, tallying only 12 appearances across various competitions. The midfielder’s last on-field involvement was as…
In a gripping Greco-Roman spectacle at the ongoing African Games in Accra, Ghana, Nworie Emmanuel of Nigeria emerged victorious on Saturday, securing a coveted bronze medal in the fiercely contested 77kg category. Executing a flawless performance, Nworie dominated his South African opponent, Hattingh Johannes, with an impressive 11-0 score, following what proved to be a…
Bruno Fernandes and Marcus Rashford fired in penalties to give Manchester United a 2-0 win over Everton on Saturday, their first Premier League victory in three games and one that will no doubt fan the embers of their top-four hopes. Erik ten Hag’s team remained sixth but with 47 points, they crept closer to fourth-placed…
The 61-year-old Legendary Coach, Jose Mourinho expressed his fervent desire to re-enter the realm of football management at the earliest opportunity. The seasoned coach, who has been on the sidelines since his dismissal from Roma in January, emphasized his reluctance to take a sabbatical, underscoring his immediate intent to dive back into the dynamic world…
In response to Anthony Joshua’s decisive victory over Francis Ngannou in Saudi Arabia, Tyson Fury delivers his verdict from ringside. Displaying formidable prowess, Joshua swiftly took down the former UFC heavyweight champion with a relentless right hand in the opening round. Despite Ngannou’s attempts to recover, Joshua’s relentless assault sent him to the canvas twice…
In the aftermath of Jose Peseiro’s contract expiration at the end of February, the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has officially declared the coveted position of the Super Eagles head coach vacant. Amid swirling speculations about the appointment of an interim coach, the NFF clarified on Friday that it has commenced the search for Peseiro’s successor,…
Edited by Afolabi Hannah Nigeria’s male and female table tennis teams are making great strides in their pursuit of more medals at the African Games as they smoothly advanced to the next round of the team event.The men’s team progressed to the quarter-finals of the team competition, while the women’s team swiftly reached the semi-finals…
Real Madrid’s Jude Bellingham has been handed with a two-match suspension in LaLiga following a red card incident during the clash against Valencia. The disciplinary action was imposed after the 20-year-old midfielder vehemently confronted referee Jesus Gil Manzano, who controversially signaled the end of the match just moments before Bellingham’s potential game-winning header. The Spanish…
In the ongoing transfer saga, Manchester United and Paris Saint-Germain have surged ahead as the primary contenders vying for the prized signature of Victor Osimhen, as per exclusive reports from The Independent. The high-profile Nigerian international has not only drawn interest from the likes of Chelsea and Arsenal but has now become the focal point…
Super Falcons of Nigeria are set to host the Banyana Banyana of South Africa in the initial leg of the 2024 Olympic Games final round qualifier. The clash is scheduled to unfold at the Moshood Abiola Stadium, Abuja, on Friday, April 1, 2024. Marking a pivotal moment in the journey to Paris 2024, the return…
After Napoli’s Serie A clash against Cagliari, interim manager Francesco Calzona remains optimistic about Victor Osimhen’s swift return to peak performance, as per DAILY POST. Having netted for the second consecutive game, Osimhen’s resilience shone through in Napoli’s 1-1 stalemate against Cagliari on Sunday night. After a month-long international stint, the 25-year-old made a recent…
In a highly anticipated event, the Europa League Round of 16 fixtures will be unveiled this Friday, following the conclusion of the knockout round play-offs. Notably, three Premier League powerhouses – Liverpool, West Ham, and Brighton – secured their places in the last 16 after dominant performances in the group stage. Joining them as seeded…
Barcelona’s midfield maestro, Ilkay Gundogan, lauded Victor Osimhen and Robert Lewandowski as elite strikers on the global stage following their standout performances in the recent UEFA Champions League clash between Napoli and Barcelona. In a riveting encounter, Lewandowski initiated Barcelona’s scoring spree, notching a goal precisely on the hour mark. Osimhen, showcasing his goal-scoring prowess,…
Former Brazilian football star Dani Alves, who previously played for Barcelona, has been handed a four-and-a-half-year prison sentence following a conviction for sexual assault. Catalonia’s highest court ruled that Alves assaulted a woman at a nightclub in Barcelona in 2022. Additionally, he has been instructed to compensate the victim with a sum of 150,000 euros.
By Odey Emmanuel O. H22/mac/0019 Department of Mass Communication The Polytechnic Ile-Ife, Osun State In the aftermath of the victory, echoes of joy reverberated across the nation. The unity fostered by the Super Eagles’ triumph extended beyond the football field, sparking a renewed sense of national pride. As the streets echoed with celebratory chants, the…
Nigeria’s stalwart, William Troost-Ekong, expresses collective desire among teammates for the retention of Jose Peseiro as the helm of the Super Eagles. Uncertainty shrouds Peseiro’s future post the culmination of his contractual association with the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), with the Algerian Football Federation expressing interest in his services. Having steered the national team to…
The planned international friendly match between the Super Eagles of Nigeria and the Albiceleste of Argentina has been relocated to the United States of America. Originally set to take place in China, the game was canceled due to a disagreement between Argentine soccer star Lionel Messi and Chinese soccer authorities. The new date for the…
The Confederation of African Football, CAF has announced a date for the preliminary round draw for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. The draw, according to CAF, will hold at its headquarters in Cairo, Egypt on Tuesday, February 20. The event will start at 2pm local time. The eight lowest-ranked teams in the last FIFA…
Former Liverpool luminary, John Barnes, expressed bewilderment at the content emblazoned on Nottingham Forest striker Taiwo Awoniyi’s undergarment T-shirt following his goal in the Premier League clash against West Ham United on Saturday. Awoniyi played a pivotal role in Nottingham Forest’s triumph, securing a 2-0 victory against West Ham at the City Ground and restoring…
In a covert operation anticipating Kylian Mbappe’s departure, Paris Saint-Germain unveils meticulous plans to usher in three formidable players this upcoming summer. The official announcement of Mbappe’s impending exit has reverberated through the club’s hierarchy and resonated among his teammates, as the 25-year-old forward declares his departure at the culmination of this season. With speculations…
Senator John Owan Enoh, the Minister of Sports Development, extends heartfelt congratulations to Nigeria’s Senior Men’s National team, the Super Eagles, for their commendable surge in the latest FIFA rankings. The squad has ascended a notable 14 positions, leaping from 42nd to an impressive 28th spot globally, marking a pinnacle not witnessed in 16 years…
In a recent announcement, UEFA, the European football governing body, unveiled its selection of the top five standout performers in this season’s Champions League. The distinguished players securing a spot on this esteemed list include Erling Haaland from Manchester City, Kylian Mbappe representing Paris Saint-Germain, Phil Foden of Manchester City, Rodrygo from Real Madrid, and…
In the aftermath of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, Super Eagles’ stalwart, Kenneth Omeruo, unequivocally dismisses any notion of international retirement, despite a limited role in the tournament. The 30-year-old defender, predominantly a substitute in AFCON, saw minimal action under coach Jose Peseiro’s preference for a defensive trio featuring Troost-Ekong, Bassey, and Ajayi. Omeruo,…
Manchester City’s Rodri, expressing his lack of surprise at not securing a top-three spot in the Ballon d’Or rankings, alleges that the prestigious award leans heavily towards financial considerations and advertising prominence. Despite his notable contributions, Rodri found himself in fifth place behind teammate Kevin De Bruyne. In an interview with The Mirror, he remarked,…
Nigerian footballer Alex Iwobi has deleted several photos from his Instagram page following Nigeria’s loss to Ivory Coast in the final of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. Iwobi was criticized by fans for his performance in the game, which contributed to the team’s loss. After the game, Iwobi chose to delete photos from his…
Renowned football strategist, Jose Mourinho, has lauded the officiating standards witnessed at the ongoing African Cup of Nations (AFCON), expressing a preference for AFCON over European football. The former Chelsea and Roma coach emphasized the commendable integrity displayed in AFCON officiating, specifically highlighting the equitable use of Video Assistant Referee (VAR) technology. Mourinho urged Europe…
In an exclusive exchange with West Ham defender Kurt Zouma, Nigerian singer Omah Lay, also known as Stanley Omah Didia, emphatically declares that a seismic impact would reverberate worldwide if the Super Eagles of Nigeria emerge victorious in the impending 2023 African Cup of Nations (AFCON). The ‘Soso’ maestro expressed his admiration for Nigeria’s remarkable…
South Africa goalkeeper Ronwen Williams proved the hero again as Bafana Bafana beat DR Congo in a penalty shootout to claim third sport the Africa Cup of Nations. South Africa and DR Congo looked to bounce back from their defeats in the Africa Cup of Nations semi-final when they contested the third-place play-off. It has…
The semi-final match between the Super Eagles of Nigeria and the Bafana Bafana of South Africa on Wednesday, February 7, at the ongoing 2023 African Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Cote D’ivoire, ended with a combination of joy and sadness for Nigerians. At the last count, five Nigerians reportedly dropped dead while watching the match;…
Renowned former Liverpool and Tottenham striker, Peter Crouch, has laid out his strategic vision for the Premier League standings this season, foreseeing a triumphant finish for the Reds. In a compelling analysis shared on his podcast, Crouch asserts Liverpool’s claim to the top position, leaving no room to discount the relentless challenge from Manchester City,…
