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Isiaka Asiata Ololade, a defender for Abia Angels FC, expressed her joy following Abia Angels’ triumph over Dannaz Ladies in Matchday 8 of the NWFL Premiership new season. In an exclusive interview with Sports247, Ololade shared her happiness about the team’s victory, highlighting her role in strengthening the defence after being brought in during the second half of the game. …

Real Madrid’s manager, Carlo Ancelotti, is wary of the looming threat posed by Napoli’s Victor Osimhen as they gear up to face off in the UEFA Champions League. The anticipated match is set to unfold at the iconic Estadio Santiago Bernabeu on Wednesday as part of the fifth matchday contest. Osimhen, is expected to start the game, having made a …

Just as happened in their only previous encounter 13 years ago, which was also a friendly match, Nigeria and Saudi Arabia could not be separated at the end of their second-ever meeting in Portugal on Friday, with the three-time Asian champions netting a last-gasp equalizer from a free-kick at the edge of the box that deflected off Calvin Bassey. Victor …

October 14, 2023 Editor Sports, Video News 0 The President of Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) Ibrahim Gusau has hinted on the recently held 2023 Africa Cup of Nations draw where Super Eagles are paired with host Cote d’ivoire, Guinea Bissau and Equitorial Guinea.

The long-awaited Super Eagles debut for Gift Orban has been cast under a shadow of doubt as confirmed by the team’s head coach, Jose Peseiro. Fans had hoped to see the youngster who has dominated headlines for the better part of the year since his move from Norway to Belgium. On the eve of the game however, the head coach, …

Former Nigerian international, Peter Rufai says he’s delighted that Super Eagles goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali has solved the country’s goalkeeping crisis after his impressive display at the just concluded 2023 Africa Cup of Nation. Recall that Nwabali’s remarkable performances played a pivotal role in Nigeria’s journey to the tournament final, earning accolades from former Super Eagles goalkeeper, Rufai, who hailed the …

In a keenly contested match, Sunshine Queens Football Club faced a setback as they succumbed to Edo Queens with a narrow defeat in the Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) matchday three. The match took place at the Ondo State Sports Complex in Akure on Wednesday. The Akure Landladies, eager to secure maximum points on their home turf, experienced an unfortunate …

In the wake of the voluntary withdrawals of key players in Asisat Oshoala and Jennifer Echegini, Interim Head Coach Justin Madugu expressed assurance in the Super Falcons’ preparedness to uplift the spirits of Nigerians. Madugu conveyed this optimism following Monday’s training session at the Moshood Abiola Stadium, setting the stage for the 2024 Women Africa Cup of Nations final qualifying …

Super Eagles head coach, Jose Peseiro has lamented his team’s lackluster performance during Sunday’s AFCON final against Cote d’Ivoire. Despite initially taking the lead in the game, Peseiro’s side suffered a 2-1 defeat to the hosts. Nigeria’s William Troost-Ekong scored the opening goal with a header from a corner-kick in the 37th minute. However, the three time African Champions collapsed …

Premier League side Arsenal reached Champions League knockout stages as group winners following a 6-0 thrashing of French club Lens. The played at the Emirates Stadium on Wednesday night saw the Gunners score five goals in a phenomenal first-half display. Kai Havertz, Gabriel Jesus, Bukayo Saka, Gabriel Martinelli, Martin Odegaard all scored in the first half before Jorginho converted an …