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FORMER OSUN BABES GOALKEEPER, TWO-TIME AFRICAN CHAMPION OHIAERIAKU RETIRES
Former Osun Babes and Super Falcons goalkeeper Christy Ohiaeriaku has announced her retirement from professional football, drawing the curtain on a career marked by dedication, resilience, and continental success. The 29-year-old confirmed her decision in a statement shared on social media, expressing gratitude for her journey in the sport. “The boots are hung, but […]
Osun FA Fixes Federation Cup Semi-Finals for Oduduwa College
The Osun State Football Association (Osun FA), has announced that the President Federation Cup semi-final fixtures will be held at Odùduwà College, Ile-Ife. The matches are scheduled for April 13, 2026, as the state competition enters its decisive stage. According to the fixture released by the association, Ejigbo City will face Ijesha Golden Warriors at […]
Precious Paul Lone Strike Keeps Osun Babes’ Survival Hopes Alive
Osun Babes boosted their chances of avoiding relegation with a hard-fought 1–0 victory over Confluence Queens, thanks to a decisive strike from Precious Paul. The encounter on Wednesday, April 8, at the Lanreleke Sports Complex, Ile-Ogbo, which kicked off at 4 p.m. under favourable weather conditions, was closely contested from the start. Confluence Queens displayed […]
FA Cup: Man City thrash Liverpool, become first team to qualify for semi-finals
Manchester City have become the first team to progress into the semi-finals of this season’s FA Cup. Pep Guardiola’s men thrashed Liverpool 4-0 in the first quarter-final fixture played on Saturday. Erling Haaland opened the scoring from the spot after Nico O’Reilly was fouled in the area, before heading home the second before half time. […]
Super Eagles’ Loss to Morocco, CAF AFCON Hosting Decision – a Wake-Up Call for Nigeria
Nigeria’s semi-final exit at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) and the Confederation of African Football’s (CAF) decision to deny the country a place among hosts of the 2027 tournament should not merely provoke outrage or online protests. They should force a moment of national reflection. These events expose the weaknesses in Nigeria’s football […]
BREAKING: Manchester United Appoints Michael Carrick As its New Interim Manager
Manchester United has appointed Michael Carrick as its new caretaker manager until the end of the season, with the club set to make an official announcement shortly. Renowned transfer expert Fabrizio Romano confirmed the development, revealing that an agreement has now been fully concluded, including arrangements for Carrick’s backroom staff. “Michael Carrick signs in as […]
Chelsea Part Ways With Maresca, New Manager Revealed
Chelsea has confirmed that it has parted ways with head coach Enzo Maresca. The decision comes after a period of growing tensions between Maresca and senior officials at the Premier League club. Maresca’s exit marks the end of a short-lived spell at Stamford Bridge, during which differences over management and club strategy reportedly escalated behind […]
Nigeria vs Uganda: Head-to-Head, Team News Ahead of AFCON 2025 Clash
Nigeria and Uganda will face off in a decisive Group C fixture of the CAF Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025, with qualification still at stake for the Cranes. The Super Eagles enter the match as favourites after sealing qualification with two wins from their opening games. Uganda, however, sit third in the group with […]
AFCON 2025: Tunisia ready for Super Eagles test – Hannibal
Tunisia midfielder Mejbri Hannibal says the win over Uganda has boosted the team’s confidence going into the game with Nigeria. The North Africans overpowered the Cranes of Uganda 3-1 in their first game at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations on Tuesday. Tunisia lay down a marker with an impressive display against Paul Put’s men. […]
2023 AFCON: FG Presents National Honours, Housing Documents to Super Eagles
Ahead of their opening match at AFCON, Nigeria’s Super Eagles (Class of 2024) have received national honours certificates, housing allocation documents, and land grants in Abuja and Lagos. The rewards were pledged by President Bola Tinubu following the team’s second-place finish at the 2023 AFCON in Côte d’Ivoire. The presentation took place at the team […]