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Maduka Okoye beaten in Udinese’s home Defeat to Lazio

Goalkeeper Maduka Okoye returned for his second straight start for Udinese in Sunday’s Serie A match against Lazio. The 23-year-old made his maiden league appearance for the Little Zebras in the 3-0 win over Bologna last week.   However, Okoye couldn’t prevent Udinese from succumbing to a 1-2 defeat against Lazio at the Stadio Friuli. Luca Pellegrini (12′) opened scoring …

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A Legendary Visit: Desire Oparanozie Inspires Aspiring Footballers At Lily Legends

Desire Oparanozie, the accomplished Nigerian footballer, recently paid a visit to the Lily Legends Football Kids. Read Also: Joshua Obakimi Dannaz Midfielder Shines In Optimus Bank Team of the Week For Creative Championship League This heartwarming gesture brought immense joy and inspiration to the young and aspiring footballers who look up to her as a role model. During her visit, …

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UEL: Xabi Alonso Confirms Boniface Set to Start against West Ham

UEL: Xabi Alonso Confirms Boniface Set to Start against West Ham – Latest Sports News In Nigeria After recovering from an adductor injury that sidelined him for three months, Boniface has been gradually reintegrated, making two substitute appearances in recent matches against Fortuna Dusseldorf and Union Berlin.       With the Nigerian forward now …

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Victor Osimhen Ends Goal drought

Victor Osimhen Ends Goal drought – Latest Sports News In Nigeria The forward was on target in Napoli’s league win over Udinese at the Stadio Diego Maradona on Wednesday.     Osimhen scored Napoli’s second goal as the Partenopei recorded an …

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LAB Memorial Carnival Season 3: Organisers Receive Plaudits, Players Relish Exciting Matches

Organisers of this year’s edition of the annual LAB Memorial Football Carnival have received a shower of praise, following their smooth start to the 2024 competition and healthy atmosphere at the venue. Read Also: Sports Minister Says Ministry Working To Facilitate Early Release Of Funds For 2024 Olympic It is the third edition of this high-profile grassroots football competition named …

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Adedotun Coker Elected As Vice Chairman of Lagos State Football Association

Adedotun Coker has been elected unopposed as the Vice Chairman of the Lagos State Football Association (LSFA), marking a significant milestone in his career and for the association, Sports247 Reports. Read Also: NAFF President Paul Maduakor Extends Eid Al Fitr Greetings, Calls for Support Ahead of Nations Cup The bye-elections, conducted by the LSFA Electoral Committee led by Alhaji Tijani …

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Iheanacho Running Out of Time for AFCON – Maresca

Leicester City’s manager, Enzo Maresca has disclosed that Kelechi Iheanacho remains sidelined due to injury, raising concerns about his availability for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). Iheanacho has missed the last two games for Leicester City due to his injury.   While recent reports suggest he is engaged in training at the gym, his participation for Nigeria in …

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Awoniyi’s Injury is Complex — Cooper

Nottingham Forest’s Manager Steve Cooper, stated that Taiwo Awoniyi’s injury situation is intricate and needs careful management. Awoniyi made his comeback from a groin injury at Anfield last weekend and was involved in Sunday’s 2-0 win over Aston Villa.     Although his return provided a boost for Nottingham Forest, especially as players like Divock Origi, Chris Wood, and Callum …

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