Nigeria’s Temitope Adeshina narrowly missed out on advancing to the women’s high jump final, finishing 19th overall with a height of 1.88 metres. Adeshina began her Olympic debut with a successful opening jump of 1.83 metres. He suffered a setback at 1.88 metres, failing on his first attempt but clearing the bar on his second try. However, Adeshina was unable …

Newly signed 17-year-old striker George Ilenikhena opened his scoring account for Ligue 1 side Monaco on his unofficial debut for the team in their 3-1 pre-season win over Dutch side Feyenoord, OwnGoalNigeria.com reports. Newly joined from Belgian top-flight club Antwerp, Ilenikhena, who holds French and Nigerian citizenship, earned a move to the principality side after scoring 14 goals in 50 …

Crystal Palace have announced on their official website X that 2019 Golden Eaglets guest Malcolm Ebiowei has been loaned to newly promoted Championship club Oxford United FC. The move reflects Crystal Palace’s strategy to provide its young talents with valuable playing experience in a competitive environment. Read also: AC Renate signs Destiny Efosa Egharevba after his departure from Fiorentina. Ebiowei, …

Giannis Antetokounmpo has expressed his joy after Greece defeated Australia in the men’s basketball event at the Paris Olympics on Friday, August 2. Antetokounmpo led Greece to a crucial victory in their third Group A game, winning 77-71 against Australia. Read also: NBA looks to expand in Europe He recorded 20 points, seven rebounds and six assists, raising hopes that …

Africa’s most decorated badminton player and former world number one Adesokan Dorcas has praised Anuoluwapo Opeyori for his efforts at the Olympics. “I must say that (Opeyori) played wonderfully well. Seriously,” Adesokan said. “He performed wonderfully and I must acknowledge the effort and performance of all his subordinates, the people who contribute to the achievements,” he said of the current …

The future of Nigerian international winger Moses Simon is not in doubt despite French side Marseille’s interest in signing him from Nantes, OwnGoalNigeria.com reports. Simon, who has returned to full fitness and has already made a strong start with one goal and one assist in three games, is said to be a target for new Marseille coach Roberto De Zerbi. …

Four-time Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) champions Kano Pillars have announced the appointment of Usman Abdallah as their new technical advisor. The club shared the news on its official X page, expressing its excitement about the deal. “We are delighted to announce that we have reached an agreement in principle to appoint Usman Abdallah as our new technical advisor. Please …

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Etebo joins Genclerbirligi on a permanent basis – Latest Nigeria Sports News Nigerian midfielder Oghenekaro Etebo has signed a two-year contract with Turkish club Genclerbirligi, marking his return to football after a year without a club. The 28-year-old, who last played for Greek club Aris, has been on his own since leaving the team. Etebo’s career includes spells at Galatasaray …

After bagging two assists against Manchester City three days ago, Samuel Chukwueze was once again AC Milan’s man as he scored the winner to give them a 1-0 win over Real Madrid, OwnGoalNigeria.com reports. All eyes were on Brazilian teenager Endrick, making his Real Madrid debut, but it was the Nigerian who stole the show by finishing off a collective …