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Director of Sports Bayelsa State Sports Council Sir Braveman Wodi says he is optimistic of a podium finish for team Bayelsa in the ongoing National Youth Games in Asaba Delta State. Team Bayelsa are currently third on the medal table behind Delta and Lagos State with great prospect of finishing strong in the games. Sir Wodi in an interview said …

Fulham’s manager, Marco Silva has voiced his disappointment as defender Calvin Bassey departs for the Africa Cup of Nations at a crucial juncture in the season. Bassey, played a pivotal role in Fulham’s recent 2-1 derby victory against Arsenal, ending the team’s three-game losing streak. The derby win was Bassey’s final appearance for Fulham before he joined Nigeria’s training camp …

PSG striker Kylian Mbappe has reiterated that his major focus at the moment is to win more titles for his club and not the January transfer window. Off contract in June, Mbappe is now free to negotiate pre-contract terms with foreign clubs. Real Madrid and Liverpool are among suitors. However, in a chat with TribalFootball, Mbappe stated that he wants …

Chukwueze Stars in Milan’s Victory over Lecce – Latest Sports News In Nigeria The winger impressed throughout the full 90 minutes, leaving an indelible mark on the match. Chukwueze’s contribution was highlighted by a key assist, setting up Christian Pulisic for Milan’s opening goal after just six minutes. In a fine display of skill and …

Maduka Okoye was in action for Udinese in a Coppa Italia round of 32 match against Cagliari on Wednesday. The game marked his first appearance for the club since transferring from English Championship side Watford in August and his first game in 14 months. Surprisingly, despite his long absence from the field, the 23-year-old didn’t show any signs of rustiness. In …

Spain international, Rodri Hernandez, has lauded his club Manchester City’s great start to the 2023/24 Premier League season following a 2-1 win over Sheffield United on Sunday, August 27 at Bramall Lane which made it three wins out of three for the Cityzens. Haaland scored the first goal of the game in the 63rd minute. Sheffield United equalised through Jayden …

South Africa’s Banyana Banyana suffered a 1-0 defeat against Nigeria’s Super Falcons in the first leg of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games final qualifiers. Read Also: Special Eagles Seek Government Support Towards African Cup of Nations However, head coach Desiree Ellis remains hopeful, stating that her team also deserved a penalty in the match. The lone goal of the match …

In the world of Nigerian grassroots football, where fresh, young talents typically dominate the field, one name stands out for its sheer defiance of time – Rabi’u Ali. Read Also: Remo Stars’ Skipper, Junior Nduka, Optimistic, Ready For Bendel Insurance Test After Victory Over Shooting Stars At the ripe age of 43, he’s become a living legend in a league …

Sport & Youths Development Academy (SYDA), the esteemed marketing partner of the Nigeria Rugby Football Federation, has passionately called upon the federal government to actively engage major multinationals, including industry giants MTN and Multichoice, to amplify sports development initiatives nationwide, Sports247 reports. The appeal was fervently articulated by Segun Maku, CEO of SYDA, following a high-level meeting with top management, …

Victor Boniface, Nathan Tella and their Bayer Leverkusen teammates are just one win away from landing a first-ever Bundesliga title for the club. Leverkusen continued their push for the title with a 1-0 win at Union Berlin on Saturday. Tella, was in the starting 11 and was replaced on 79 minutes, while Boniface came on in the 67th minute for …