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Banyana Banyana of South Africa striker Thembi Kgatlana believes the suitable conditions in Pretoria can help the side overturn their narrow loss to the Super Falcons of Nigeria. The African champions lost 1-0 to their longstanding rivals in Abuja last week Friday. Desiree Ellis’ side will need to score at least two goals without conceding to confirm their place in …

Aina Gets More Minutes but Nottingham Forest fall to Tottenham – Latest Sports News In Nigeria It was the player’s second start since returning from injury that sidelined him for almost two months.   Aina completed three crucial tackles and contributed significantly with twenty-five passes throughout the match, despite his efforts Forest faced a 3-1 …

Forward, Kelechi Iheanacho is on the verge of returning to full fitness, ensuring his availability for Nigeria’s Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) campaign in Cote d’Ivoire. Iheanacho, had been absent from Leicester City’s squad due to a muscular injury.   The injury had raised concerns about his participation in the upcoming AFCON 2023, but the Attacker is recovering swiftly, having …

Despite making the difference for Glasgow Rangers against Motherwell, head coach Michael Beale is not satisfied with Cyriel Dessers’ performance. Dessers scored the winner in a tight contest against Motherwell on Sunday, and it was his second league goal of the campaign for the Gers, following his €5m move from Cremonese. In a chat with the club’s website, Beale says …

Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen is considering legal action against Napoli after a video mocking him was posted and then deleted from the Serie A champions’ official TikTok on Tuesday. Osimhen’s agent Roberto Calenda revealed this in a statement on his X handle formerly known as Twitter. The controversial video came about after Osimhen missed a penalty in Napoli’s 0-0 …

The Lagos local derby of the Southern Conference Group A of Nigeria National League Match Day 17 between Madiba FC and 1472 FC took place at Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Onikan Stadium, Lagos, ending in a 1-0 victory for Madiba FC. Read Also: Three Players Set To Be Dropped From Amputee Eagles’ Camp – Gbenga Dosunmu It was an exciting encounter …

Victor Osimhen’s injury history has become a major concern for his club, Napoli, as reported by sources in Italy. Since joining the club in 2020, the striker has been sidelined for a total of 55 matches due to various injuries. This figure is expected to rise to 58 games in the coming days. The 24-year-old is not anticipated to participate …

In an exclusive interview with Madiba FC’s media unit, Head Coach Solomon Bala attributes the team’s success to divine favour and a collective effort. Bala expresses gratitude for the grace of God that has propelled the team forward and remains confident that, with dedication and unity, they will achieve their desired results despite facing challenges. Read Also: GTI Asset Management, …

As the Super Falcons gear up for the crucial second leg of their 2024 Olympics qualifying match against South Africa’s Banyana Banyana, the Honourable Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh has rallied behind the team, urging them to break the 16-year jinx that has kept Nigeria out of the Olympic Games women’s football event. Having missed out on …

Nnadozie Optimistic ahead of decisive Paris 2024 Qualifier vs Banyana Banyana – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Nnadozie said that despite South Africa’s home advantage at the 51,000-capacity Loftus Versfeld Stadium, the Super Falcons are accustomed to high-stakes matches. “The Super Falcons are used to big battles. This one will not be any different,” the …