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African Games: Nigeria Outclasses Togo in Handball Event

African Games: Nigeria Outclasses Togo in Handball Event – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Coach Rafiu Salami-tutored side defeated Togo 38-19 goals in their first match at in Ghana.   The Nigerians are favourites for the gold and will take on hosts Ghana in the next game. Meanwhile Team Nigeria were not lucky in the …

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La Planet Sport Academia officially launches Kiddies Team, Unveil 5-Year Development Plan

Driven by its inception message of redefining football development and helping talents achieve their dreams, La Planet Sport Academia has officially launched its Kiddies team. The team, which has already engaged in competitions and organized leagues, has been fully launched under a 5-year development strategic plan. The plan, tagged RIGHT TO DREAM, aims to drive an all-inclusive football development for …

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West African Universities Games: Believing in Great Team Effort – OAU Basketball Team Captain Paul Adedayo Apata Reflects His Elation

The captain of the Obafemi Awolowo University male basketball team, Paul Adedayo Apata, expressed his elation and surprise after leading his team to clinch the gold medal in the West African Universities Games basketball male edition. The victory came after a compelling match against Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Ghana. Read Also: Hajji Gafar Bags FUBS Personality Of …

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Purity Akuh Expresses Satisfaction on Team’s Remarkable Performance at African Games

Purity Akuh, coach of the Nigerian wrestling team at the African Games, expressed profound satisfaction with the team’s performance, applauding their achievement of winning six out of six gold medals at the Games in Ghana. Akuh attributed the success to the team’s hard work and dedication, emphasizing that their remarkable performance was not unexpected given their preparation and support. “It’s …

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Champions League: Man City begin title defence with comeback win

Manchester City started off their Champions League season with a comeback victory over Red Star Belgrade on Tuesday night. The game played at the Etihad Stadium saw the host fall behind late in the first half through Osman Bukari’s opener, but they turned around to win 3-1. Losing at halftime, City fought back with Julian Alvarez scoring 72 seconds after …

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Enyimba, Remo Stars fall to first-leg defeats in Champions League preliminaries

Nigerian champions Enyimba fell to a narrow defeat against against Al Ahli Benghazi of Libya on Sunday night. Enyimba, two-time African champions, were beaten 4-3 by their hosts in the first leg of their preliminary stage tie. Chijoke Mbaoma gave Enyimba the lead in the fourth minute, the Libyans equalised five minutes later. More to follow… Join the conversation Opinions …

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Yamal sets record as Barca clinch first win of season

La Liga’s defending champions Barcelona have secured their first win of the season after defeating Cardiz 2-0 on Sunday. The Xavi side, which played a goalless draw away to Getafe in their opening game last weekend, marked their first home game at the city’s Olympic Stadium with a win. The Spanish giants are playing at the Olympic Stadium while the …

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Awoniyi, Aina Missing As Nottingham Forest, Luton Town

Super Eagles duo of Taiwo Awoniyi and Ola Aina were missing in action as Nottingham Forest defeated Luton Town 1-0 in Saturday’s Premier League. Awoniyi, who has made 17 appearances, has netted six goals and bagged three assists this ongoing season for Nottingham Forest.   Read Also: EPL: Onyeka Subbed Off As Burnley Edge Brentford The visitor took the lead …

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2023 African Volleyball C’Ship: Nigeria To Face Kenya In Quarterfinals

Nigeria will face vice champions Kenya in the quarterfinals of the 2023 African Senior Women’s Volleyball Championship in Yaounde, Cameroon. Read Also: Nigerian Talent Chukwubuikem Ikwuemesi Joins Serie A’s Salernitana From Celje Nigeria lost to Algeria 2-3 (16-25, 18-25, 25-23, 26-24, 6-15) in their last group stage match at the multipurpose sports hall on Sunday. Nigeria recorded two wins against …

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