The striker, who is on loan from Leverkusen, has failed to impress at the club and it was the same story in their draw against Mainz. Steffen was openly dissatisfied with the forward’s performance. Boniface struggled to make an impact with German sports outlet, Bild rating him 5, which reflected a subdued performance across the […]
With a 46-member contingent comprising 35 athletes and 11 officials, the nation’s best will compete in seven sports, including athletics, para athletics, para powerlifting, weightlifting, wrestling, boxing, and taekwondo. According to the Director-General of the National Sports Commission, Bukola Olopade, the games are more than just another international outing; they are a strategic stepping stone […]
Dikko disclosed this in an interview, responding to the recent allegations of fund mismanagement levelled against the NFF. You would recall that some reports alleged that the NFF misappropriated FIFA funding intended for grassroots football and stadium development. His clarification comes amid public outrage over a photo shared by FIFA on social media showing the Kebbi Stadium under […]
Munich was the only city that stepped forward for the 2028 final after hosting it in 2025 when Paris Saint-Germain thrashed Inter Milan 5-0. Munich also hosted the elite European club final in 1979, 1993, and 1997 in the Olympic Stadium and in 2012 and 2025 at the Allianz Arena. Read Also: Commonwealth Sport Selects […]
The Confederation of African Football confirmed this Nigeria face Gabon in the first semi-final on November 13 in a match-up set to feature two star strikers, Turkey-based Victor Osimhen and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang of Marseille. An Osimhen hat-trick against Benin Republic in a group match this month helped Nigeria squeeze into the play-offs on goal difference at […]
The decision followed a motion raised by lawmakers Adedayo Adesola and Felix Nwaeke, who said poor management of these funds has contributed to the declining performance of Nigeria’s national football teams. The lawmakers recalled that FIFA once queried the NFF over $1.1 million in development funds that lacked proper records, and that past NFF officials […]
In a post by Fabrizio Romano, Garnacho was quoted saying, “When I spoke with the club and Maresca, it’s important also the style of play we have. He explained a lot to me in a video call with him. “It’s a big chance to improve as a player in a team like Chelsea.” Garnacho’s move […]
Recall that he made a similar gesture during Euro 2024, which led to a £25,400 fine and a suspended one-match ban from UEFA. The 22-year-old England international played a pivotal role in Real Madrid’s 2-1 victory over Barcelona, assisting Kylian Mbappé’s opening goal before scoring the decisive goal that secured all three points for Los […]
Speaking during a road walk held to create awareness for the event, the Vice-Chancellor Tanko Ishaya said the university is fully prepared to host one of the best NUGA Games ever. He assured that Plateau is peaceful and ready to welcome visitors, adding that hosting thousands of participants will boost the local economy. Ishaya thanked […]
The 34-year-old playmaker opened the scoring in the 33rd minute with a well-executed penalty but immediately clutched his right thigh in apparent discomfort. De Bruyne was substituted just minutes later, and medical staff rushed him to the hospital for further evaluation. Scans revealed a high-grade tear in his thigh muscle, confirming the extent of the […]