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Former Celta Vigo starlet Gabri Veiga has rejected reports that he joined Saudi clubside Al-Ahli because of money. Speaking to Cadena SER (via Sport), he immediately clarified the main suspicion that money was the driving factor, answering with a resounding “no” when asked if the decision was purely financially-driven. Instead, he insisted that going to Saudi Arabia gives him the …

Enugu Rangers boss Fidelis Ilechukwu has stated that psyche up session with the players of the team ahead of the fast approaching NPFL season will improve the team greatly after managing to escape relegation last season before been hired. Ilechukwu speaking in a chat with brila.net said that the sessions on psychology and plan for the new season will work well …

Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois has been ruled out for the rest of the season after sustaining a gruesome injury during a warm up session. According to the Athletic, Courtois sustained an Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury which is set to derail his season. He could miss the rest of the 2022/23 season or he could miss a huge chunk …

The Super Eagles of Nigeria soared into the AFCON final on the birthday of the Director General of the Lagos State Sports Commission, Honorable Gafar Oluwatoyin. Watch Also: Peseiro, Musa Determination: ‘We Want to Win This AFCON’ – Nigeria Vs CIV Press Conference Despite Oluwatoyin’s intention for a low-key celebration, the resounding victory of the national team made it an …

Udo-Akagha Udo-Akagha, Sir Semoore Badejo, DC Hanniel Hadisson, the sponsor, Captain Shina Akinfenwa, Dr Bunmi Apata and the Captain of the Squash Section Dr. Niyi Ibrahim. It was all pomp and fanfare as the 17th edition of the Annual Merchant Express, Global Cargo, and Turkish Cargo Airlines Clubs Invitational, and the third edition of the PSA Tournament 2023 hosted by …

In a thrilling display of athleticism and camaraderie, the 11th edition of the Sandie Beach Rugby tournament concluded on Sunday, November 26th, 2023, at Landmark Beach. Among the competing teams, Accra Rugby Club stood out, securing the championship and leaving an indelible mark on the sandy pitch. The two-day event, kicking off on Saturday, witnessed the spirited participation of six …

Ashleigh Plumptre has said she is proud of the Super Falcons display at the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup in Australia and New Zealand. The Super Falcons lost 4-2 on penalties to England at the Round of 16 stage on Monday . Despite the defeat, Plumptre took to Twitter to hail the team’s performance and reflect on the opportunity to …

In an exclusive interview with Sports247 conducted at his hotel room in the heart of Abidjan, Alhaji Ganiyu Majekodunmi, Chairman of the Ogun State Football Association, exuded an air of delight and optimism ahead of Nigeria’s AFCON final showdown against Ivory Coast. Watch Also: Peseiro, Musa Determination: ‘We Want to Win This AFCON’ – Nigeria Vs CIV Press Conference With …

Gift Orban will no play no part in Nigeria’s 2023 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Sao Tome and Principe due to injury. The KAA Gent of Belgium star sat out the team’s last training session at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo on Thursday night. Orban, Completesports.com learnt sustained an injury in the team’s previous training session on Friday. …

Amusan Misses Out on Athlete of the Year Shortlist – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Tobi Amusan didn’t make the final shortlist for the Women’s World Athlete of The Year Award. In the list made public on Wednesday by the World …