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Arsenal overcame Wolverhampton Wanderers 2-1 in a Premier League game at the Emirates Stadium on Saturday. With the victory, the Gunners extended their lead at the top of the table, sitting four points above second-placed Manchester City. Bukayo Saka and Martin Ødegaard scored in the first half to keep Arsenal in control. Matheus Cunha only scored a consolation for the …

Nigerian football clubs Remo Stars, Enyimba, and Bendel Insurance are set to receive $50,000 each from the Confederation of African Football (CAF). The financial support is for their participation in continental competitions this season,  despite their elimination from the tournaments. Enyimba and Remo Stars, represented Nigeria in. the CAF Champions League, while Bendel Insurance played in the CAF Confederations Cup …

Peseiro Admits South Africa was Toughest Game – Latest Sports News In Nigeria This revelation was disclosed by South Africa’s head coach, Hugo Broos, who cited Peseiro’s acknowledgment that the Bafana Bafana posed a greater challenge to the Eagles than the Ivory Coast did. Nigeria defeated South Africa 4-2 on penalties after the semi-final clash …

Cristiano Ronaldo is the highest paid footballer in the world in 2023, earning more than the likes of Lionel Messi and Neymar during the past 12 months, according to Forbes. Ronaldo, who Forbes also ranks as the highest paid athlete of any sport, topped the list with expected total earnings of $260 million. The Portugal forward’s contract with Saudi Arabian …

Bayer Leverkusen have hailed their striker, Victor Boniface, following his debut for Nigeria in the 6-0 win over Sao Tome and Principe in Super Eagles’ last Group A game of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying series, Completesports.com reports. The Jose Peseiro-led team walloped Sao Tome and Principe 6-0 on Sunday, September 10 at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium, Uyo. …

In a developing story, the Algeria Football Association is reportedly making significant moves to secure the services of José Peseiro, amidst uncertainty surrounding his future as the coach of the Nigerian Super Eagles. Reports circulating in the media suggest that the Algeria FA is prepared to offer Peseiro a staggering salary of approximately N150,000,000. Read Also: Emmanuel Amuneke Open To …

Manchester City forward Erling Haaland scored a brace to help his team seal a 3-0 victory over Burnley in the opening game of the Premier League season on Friday night. The Norwegian opened scoring in the fourth minute and doubled the lead before halftime, before Rodri scored City’s third in the second half. It was not a pleasant hoemcoming City’s …

Super Eagles Concede Late Goal To Draw Green Falcons – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Saudi Arabia rallied to secure a 2-2 draw against Nigeria in their international friendly game at the Estadio Municipal de Portimão in Portugal, Friday night. Nigeria …

In a significant step towards enhancing Nigeria’s football landscape, the Lagos State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to providing top-notch sporting facilities and a conducive environment, aimed at bolstering Nigeria’s participation in the co-hosting of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations alongside the Republic of Benin. Read Also: FIBA Olympic Pre-Qualifying Tournament: Ranking the Teams to Watch Dr. Kadri Obafemi …

Rivers United FC has successfully landed in Ghana for their upcoming CAF Confederation Cup Matchday 2 fixture. The Nigerian football club is poised to face a challenging encounter on foreign soil as part of their continental campaign. Read Also: NFF Grants Extension for Federation Cup Registration, Offers Reprieve for Nasarawa State Teams The arrival of Rivers United FC in Ghana …