Sports

Cape Verde stunned the Black Stars of Ghana 2-1 in a thrilling Group B clash at the Felix Houphouet Boigny Stadium, Abidjan on Sunday night. Cape Verde took the lead through Jamiro Monteiro on 17 minutes. Ghana fought back with Mohammed Ashimeru slotting the ball home from outside the box. The goal was however ruled out for offside. The Black …

Raphael Onyedika Suspended for Crucial UECL Clash – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Onyedika, will be sidelined due to a red card received during the first leg, which saw Club Brugge fall 3-2 to Fiorentina. The 23-year-old midfielder’s expulsion came after receiving two bookings in quick succession, with the first caution issued on the 58th …

Former Flying Eagles forward Jerome Akor netted twice as Montpellier defeated their hosts Lorient 3-0 in a Ligue 1 clash at the Stade Yves Allainmat-Le Moustoir on Sunday night. Montpellier ended a five-game barren run following the comprehensive away victory. Akor gave his side the lead on the hour mark with Mousa Tamari providing the assist. The visitors maintained the …

In a press interaction on Saturday, Captain Ahmed Musa of the Super Eagles candidly admitted to the significant pressure the team is facing as they strive to dispel skepticism at the upcoming African Cup of Nations. Musa underscored that the heightened expectations are, in part, attributed to the presence of the reigning African Player of the Year, Victor Osimhen. “We …

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has unveiled the venues and dates for the upcoming President Federation Cup Round of 32 fixtures, marking a significant milestone in the prestigious tournament’s calendar. Read Also: NLO UPDATE: “We Tried To Give Everything” – Sulaiman As Real Sapphire FC Secures Victory Against Crime Fighters FC The announcement, communicated through a letter addressed to all …

The President of Nigeria Football Federation Alhaji Ibrahim Gusau talking to Kelechi Iheanacho during the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations Qualifiers training for Nigeria at Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo, Nigeria on 9 September 2023 © Justina Aniefiok/BackpagePix Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau, the President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), exudes confidence in the Super Eagles’ ability to secure victory …

Two late goals from Joselu saw Real Madrid come from a goal down to beat Bayern Munich 2-1 inside the Santiago Bernabeu and reach this season’s UEFA Champions League final. Madrid progressed into the final 4-3 on aggregate after holding the Bundesliga giants to a 2-2 draw in the first leg in Munich last week Tuesday. Alphonso Davies had given …

In a highly anticipated encounter, the Super Eagles of Nigeria faced off against Equatorial Guinea in an African football showdown, renewing their rivalry for the first time since Nigeria emerged victorious in January 2018. The game promised excitement, and it delivered a tale of missed opportunities, moments of brilliance, and a surprising turn of events. Read Also: Concerns For Alhassan …

Ajax Rejects Premier League Clubs, Block Chuba Akpom’s Departure – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Reports from Dutch newspaper De Telegraaf disclosed that Nottingham Forest and Fulham made lucrative offers for the talented forward, only to be rebuffed by the Dutch giants.   Ajax has staunchly refused to entertain any potential departure for Akpom, affirming …

A Mohamed Salah late penalty helped Pharaohs of Egypt earned a 2-2 draw against Mozambique in Group B at the AFCON 2023 on Sunday. Mozambique were on the verge of creating one of the upsets in AFCON history before Salah’s penalty made sure both teams shared the spoils. Egypt got off to a very good start as Mostafa Mohamed got …