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I Stopped Training! Aruna Quadri Reveals Strategy for African title, Olympics – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Quadri emerged winner of the 2024 ITTF African Cup after defeating Mohammed El Beiali in straights sets.     “I do a lot of physical training,” He told Brila FM’s Big Interview. “I don’t practice table tennis like …

New Super Eagles invitee, Nathan Tella finally registered a goal in the Bundesliga, scoring in Bayer Leverkusen’s resounding 4-0 triumph over Union Berlin on Sunday. Tella, introduced with just nine minutes remaining, made an instant impact, sealing the victory with a remarkable strike in his sixth league appearance.   The former Southampton forward then netted in the 83rd minute, to …

Head Coach Bankole Olowookere has assured that the Nigeria U17 girls have their minds firmly trained on Saturday’s FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup qualifying match against their counterparts from Burkina Faso, and not on the final round of the qualifiers against either of Senegal and Liberia. “We have one hurdle to cross before the final hurdle, and that is what …

Super Eagles of Nigeria secured their first victory at the African Cup of Nations, defeating hosts Cote D’Ivoire 1-0. Stand-in captain William Troost-Ekong proved to be the hero, converting a second-half penalty kick and sealing a crucial win for the three-time African champions. Needing a maximum point haul to revive their campaign, the Super Eagles displayed a commanding performance right …

Golden Eaglets held in AFCON Qualifiers – Latest Sports News In Nigeria A sluggish start from the Eaglets saw the Burkinabe Stallions pose the greater threat in the first half.   Despite a heavy downpour, played improved and the Nigerian team stepped up their performance in the second half but the opponents held on. Their …

The Honourable Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh has extended invitations to State Commissioners of Sports, government officials, sports federations, and relevant stakeholders to attend the 1st Federal Ministry of Sports Development (FMSD) National Council on Sports Meeting. The meeting, themed “Sports for National Unity and Socio-Economic Growth,” is scheduled to take place from Monday, May 20, to …

Bendel Insurance FC showcased unwavering resilience on Sunday, securing a valuable away point in a goalless draw against Niger Tornadoes during Match Day 8 at the Ahmadu Bello Stadium in Kaduna. Throughout the Match Day 8 game, the host team relentlessly attacked, seeking a breakthrough, but Insurance FC, true to their style, stood firm, denying Tornadoes any goal-scoring opportunities. Read …

Elizabeth Oshoba has etched her name in Nigerian sports history by becoming the first female boxer from the country to secure a world title. The Nigerian boxer achieved this remarkable feat in the women’s featherweight category, adding another significant accomplishment to her already impressive career. Read Also: #AFCONupdates: Nigerian Singer Kcee Places N3 Million Bet On Super Eagles For AFCON …

Ademola Lookman Losses Coppa Italia Final – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Atalanta’s 61-year wait for the Coppa Italia trophy was extended further following their 1-0 defeat in Rome.   An early strike from Dusan Vlahovic secured Juventus’ 15th Coppa Italia title. Despite Lookman’s impressive form leading up to the final, where he consistently found …

Napoli’s President, Aurelio De Laurentiis is reportedly exploring the possibility of bringing Jose Mourinho on board as the team’s manager for the upcoming season, as disclosed by Naples-based tabloid Tutto Napoli. This development follows Mourinho’s recent departure from AS Roma on Monday, a move that has sparked interest among Italian clubs, including Napoli. De Laurentiis, currently uncertain about retaining Walter …