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Ibrahim Abdul, the President of the Weightlifting Federation of Nigeria, has urged Nigerians to be patient as the team continues to strive for more medals. Read Also: Zidora Africa @Play: Bostwana Journalist Anastacia Sibanda Shares Her Experience at the All-African Games in Accra, Ghana Despite securing sixteen gold medals at the ongoing African Games, Abdul expressed that the team fell …

Victor Boniface scored yet another goal for Bayer Leverkusen, contributing to the team’s resounding 4-0 triumph over Bochum on Wednesday. Despite starting on the bench, the 22-year-old striker, made a significant impact when he entered the field in the 67th minute.   Boniface replaced hat-trick hero, Patrik Schick and just two minutes later, he was on the score sheet for …

In alignment with the T.H.E.M.E.S + Agenda of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, the Lagos State Sports Association (LSSA) welcomed the Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Grassroots Sports, Mr. Adebanji Atewogboye Skibanj, at their Year 2023 Retreat program. The event, held over two days starting on December 19, 2023, brought together chairmen from various sports in the state. Read Also: …

Super Eagles winger, Samuel Chukwueze bagged his first goal as AC Milan defeated Verona 3-1 in Sunday’s Serie A game. The Nigerian international, who was making his 17 appearances, and bagged one assist, came on as a substitute for Okafor in the 74th minute before scoring his maiden goal in the 79th minute.   Read Also: FA Cup: Ndidi In …

The management of Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC), mourns the demise of a member of the Nigeria Referees Association (NRA), Oyo State Council, Mr Rafiu Kazeem Opeyemi. Read Also: 22nd Oyedeji Basketball Camp Begins Monday The deceased, who until the sad occurrence, was the chairman, of Ona Ara Referees Society, died on Saturday evening in a ghastly accident. The late …

Zaidu Sanusi off to Flyer in the UCL – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Sanusi started the match as the Portuguese giants secured a 3-1 away win against Shakhtar.   The victory marked his 22nd appearance in the UEFA Champions League …

Remo Stars reclaimed top spot in the Nigeria Premier Football League following a 2-0 victory against Lobi Stars in Ikenne on Thursday. Sikiru Alimi gave the hosts the lead from a header in the 91st minute. Adams Olamilekan pounced on a loose ball in the area and slammed home the second goal deep into stoppage time. At the Samuel Ogbemudia …

Oliseh Worries Super Eagles will Slump with Peseiro’s Departure – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Expressing concern, Oliseh highlighted the recurring pattern of setbacks faced by the national team, especially in the absence of stable leadership.   With the Nigeria Football Federation currently grappling to identify Peseiro’s successor, Oliseh emphasized the potential for a regression …

Former Napoli head coach, Luciano Spalletti, has given Michael Folorunsho is first call-to the Italy senior men’s national team. Folorunsho, who plays for Hellas Verona on loan from Napoli, was called up alongside Torino’s Raoul Bellanova and Udinese’s Lorenzo Lucca.Michael Folorunsho Spalletti confirmed his 28-man Azzurri squad for the coming matches in the United States with Venezuela on March 21 …

Ajakaye made her bow in the 2024 Olympic women’s football event qualifier against Ethiopia on Wednesday.   The young forward came on in the second half of the encounter played at the Abebe Bikila Stadium in Addis Ababa.   “Happy to have earned my first senior cap for Nigeria’s Super Falcons. I appreciate everyone for the support since my youth …