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Chidera Ejuke, the new star of Royal Antwerp FC, recounted his incredible journey and how he was able to turn things around after a failed trial at Liverpool. In an interview with Belgian media outfit Het Nieuwsblad, the Nigerian also revealed the influence of Club Brugge coach Ronny Deila and his journey to Liverpool FC.   “I didn’t dare to …

Super Eagles goalkeper, Stanley Nwabali has taken his rivalry with South Africa’s Rowen Williams to the Premier Soccer League. The 27-year-old outshine Williams when Nigeria and South Africa clash in a semi-final fixture at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations in Cote d’Ivoire. The shot stopper saved two spot kicks as the Super Eagles defeated Hugo Broos’ side 4-2 on …

Tudun Wada FC were crowned champions of the inaugural Nationwide League One/ Ikukuoma Super Cup after they edged Ave FC 3-2 on penalties. It was a spectacle to behold at the Uboma Secondary School Stadium Complex on Saturday, as both teams deserved their hands on the trophy, after the final game ended 1-1 in regulation time. A minute after the …

Alonso Speculates Return Date for Boniface – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Head Coach Xabi Alonso, speaking ahead of the upcoming clash against Qarabag, expressed confidence in Boniface’s recovery.   Alonso anticipates the Nigerian sensation, who leads the club in scoring this season, to make his return by the end of March. This timeline positions …

Super Falcons striker Asisat Oshoala scored two goals as Barcelona thrashed Granada 6-1 in the Spanish women’s league on Saturday. Oshoala first goal came in the 80th minute to put Barcelona 5-0 ahead. Just two minutes later she got her second and Barcelona’s sixth goal of the game. Going into the game on Saturday, Oshoala had failed to score in …

Onyekuru outshines Saviour Godwin in Saudi Pro League Clash – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Onyekuru also provided an assist to secure the maximum points at the Prince Hathloul bin Abdulaziz Sports City Stadium.     The Super Eagles forward gave …

Kylian Mbappe was on target as Paris St-Germain defeated Strasbourg with ease, 3-0, moving them atop the Ligue 1 standings. In the tenth minute, Mbappe helped the hosts take the lead with a penalty when Goncalo Guedes was fouled in the box. Lebo Mothiba’s goal for Strasbourg was disallowed for offside before Mbappe set up Carlos Soler to score the …

Christopher Danjuma, coach of the national U-20 women’s team, has expressed confidence in his team’s readiness to defend their title at the African Games. Read Also: Dannaz Ladies Gears Up for NWFL Showdown Against Naija Ratels: Coach Fatai Confident, ‘We Need to Go and Play Our Best’ As the defending champions, Danjuma emphasized the team’s determination to give their best …

Barcelona have moved top of La Liga after thrashing Real Betis 5-0 in what became their biggest victory in La Liga since March 2021. More to follow… Join the conversation Opinions Support Ripples Nigeria, hold up solutions journalism Balanced, fearless journalism driven by data comes at huge financial costs. As a media platform, we hold leadership accountable and will not …

Manchester City and Real Madrid have both booked their place in the quarter-finals of the UEFA Champions League. City defeated Copenhagen 3-1 in the second leg at the Etihad while Madrid played 1-1 against Leipzig. Pep Guardiola’s men went through 5-1 on aggregate and Madrid advanced 2-1 on aggregate. Manuel Akanji, Julian Alvarez and Erling Haaland were on target for …