Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

Swiss Cyclist Muriel Furrer Dies After World Championships Crash. Swiss cyclist Muriel Furrer has tragically passed away following a serious head injury sustained during the junior road race at the World Championships in Switzerland. The 18-year-old crashed on Thursday during the event in Zurich and was airlifted to hospital by emergency helicopter. Heavy rain throughout Thursday’s race contributed to challenging conditions on the course. Despite the immediate medical response, Furrer succumbed to her injuries. At a news conference on Friday, Peter van den Abeele, the sports director of the Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI), confirmed the tragic news but…

Bayelsa Queens Strengthen Squad With New Signings Ahead Of 2024-25 Season. Bayelsa Queens have reinforced their squad with the addition of three new players as they prepare for the upcoming Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) season. The club has secured the services of Oscar Precious, Confidence Onen, and Yinusa Zainab. The trio joins the Yenagoa-based side from Imo Strikers, Kwara Ladies, and Dream Stars Ladies of Lagos, respectively. Head coach Whyte Ogbonda has explained the rationale behind these signings, highlighting the need to enhance the team’s attacking options. “These signings were made to strengthen our attacking force…

Ikorodu City Boss, Ozebagbe Reflects On Defeat To Rangers. Ikorodu City head coach, Bright Ozebagbe, has voiced his disappointment following his team’s narrow 1-0 defeat to Rangers in their latest NPFL fixture. The closely contested match, held at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena in Onikan, Lagos, was decided by Chinemerem Ugwueze’s solitary goal, which secured the victory for Rangers. Despite the loss, Ozebagbe remained optimistic about his team’s future performance, assuring fans that Ikorodu City will work hard to improve and bounce back in their next match. “We are not happy with the result, but I have confidence…

NFF Confirms Augustine Eguavoen As Super Eagles Head Coach. The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has officially confirmed Augustine Eguavoen as the substantive head coach of the Super Eagles. Eguavoen, 58, will lead the three-time African champions through the qualifying campaign for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). His appointment follows a successful interim stint, during which he guided the team to a 3-0 victory over Benin Republic and a 0-0 draw with Rwanda in the opening matches of the qualifying series. In addition to his role with the Super Eagles, Eguavoen will oversee the Super Eagles B…

NFF Appoints Justin Madugu As Interim Head Coach Of Super Falcons. The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has officially appointed Justin Madugu as the interim head coach of the Super Falcons, the nine-time African champions. Madugu will lead the team on a temporary basis while the NFF continues its search for a permanent head coach. This decision follows the recent resignation of Randy Waldrum, the American coach who stepped down earlier this month after serving as the team’s head coach. Prior to this appointment, Madugu was an assistant to Waldrum, gaining valuable experience with the team. He will now…

Giroud Stars As LAFC Clinch US Open Cup Title. Los Angeles FC emerged victorious in the US Open Cup, defeating Sporting Kansas City 3-1 in a thrilling final, with former Arsenal and Chelsea striker Olivier Giroud playing a pivotal role. The 37-year-old Frenchman, who joined the club after leaving AC Milan at the end of the last season, opened the scoring for LAFC in the 53rd minute. Giroud tapped in from close range, giving his side a crucial lead in the match. However, Kansas City’s Erik Thommy levelled the score, forcing the game into extra time. In the…

Arsenal And Liverpool Dominate In Thrilling Carabao Cup Third Round Matches. In a stunning display of football, Arsenal and Liverpool both recorded emphatic victories in the third round of the domestic cup, sending a clear message to their competitors. Arsenal showcased their attacking prowess with a commanding 5-1 victory over Bolton Wanderers. Young talent Ethan Nwaneri shone brightly, netting two goals, while Declan Rice, Raheem Sterling, and Kai Havertz each contributed to the Gunners’ impressive tally. Notably, Arsenal fielded 16-year-old goalkeeper Porter, who handled the pressure with poise, as the Gunners continued their quest for silverware. Liverpool matched Arsenal’s…

Eriksen’s Mixed Fortunes As Manchester United Held By Twente In Europa League Opener. Christian Eriksen experienced a night of highs and lows as Manchester United began their Europa League campaign with a 1-1 draw against Erik ten Hag’s boyhood club, Twente. The Danish midfielder gave United an early lead but was later at fault for the Dutch side’s equaliser. Eriksen opened the scoring in the first half with a superb strike from inside the penalty area, offering hope of a strong start to United’s European journey. However, his moment of brilliance was overshadowed when he lost possession to Sam…

Daniel Dubois Eyes Rematch With Joshua Or Usyk Based On Financial Incentive. British heavyweight Daniel Dubois has expressed his desire for a high-profile rematch, targeting either Anthony Joshua or Oleksandr Usyk, depending on who can provide the more lucrative offer. Dubois, who suffered defeat at the hands of Usyk in 2023 and was recently knocked out by Joshua, remains keen to step back into the ring with one of the two heavyweights. Speaking to talkSPORT, Dubois stated, “I’d love a rematch, but I’ll fight whoever pays me the most.” The 26-year-old boxer is focused on securing the best financial…

Lewandowski Shines As Barcelona Maintain Perfect La Liga Start With Getafe Victory. Robert Lewandowski continued his impressive form, scoring his seventh league goal of the season as Barcelona secured a 1-0 victory over Getafe, extending their perfect start in La Liga. The win marks their seventh consecutive triumph, putting Hansi Flick’s side four points clear at the top of the table, ahead of Real Madrid. Lewandowski’s decisive 19th-minute goal came after Getafe goalkeeper David Soria failed to deal with a Jules Koundé cross, allowing the Polish striker to volley home from close range. The goal adds to Lewandowski’s recent…

Nigeria Draws Tough Opponents In Inaugural Women’s Amputee Football World Cup. Nigeria’s women’s amputee football team, the Special Falcons, have been drawn into Group C of the maiden Women’s Amputee Football World Cup. The draw, which took place in Bogota, has placed Nigeria alongside strong opponents: Ecuador, the USA, and Ukraine as earlier reported by Sports24. This historic event marks the first time nations are coming together to compete in the women’s division of amputee football, and it will run from 4th to 10th November 2024 in Barranquilla, Colombia. The tournament is set to showcase the best amputee football…

Wojciech Szczęsny Set To Join Barcelona On One-Year Deal. Barcelona are set to secure the signing of Polish goalkeeper Wojciech Szczęsny, who will join the club as a free agent. The 33-year-old shot-stopper is set to come out of retirement to replace Marc-André ter Stegen, with a one-year contract already in place. Renowned football journalist Fabrizio Romano confirmed the news, stating “here we go” as the deal nears completion. Szczęsny will undergo medical tests in Spain in the coming days before officially signing with the Catalan giants. Szczęsny, who previously enjoyed successful spells at Arsenal and Juventus, is…