Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

Argentina Cruise Past Chile With 3-0 Victory To Bolster World Cup Qualification Bid. Argentina strengthened their campaign for the 2026 World Cup with a commanding 3-0 victory over Chile on Thursday. Second-half goals from Alexis Mac Allister, Julián Álvarez, and Paulo Dybala secured all three points in front of a sold-out crowd at the Monumental Stadium. The win puts Argentina firmly at the top of the South American qualifying standings with 18 points, five clear of second-placed Uruguay, who face Paraguay on Friday. Despite missing captain Lionel Messi, sidelined with an ankle injury sustained during July’s Copa América…

Sunshine Stars Strengthen Squad With 21 New Signings Ahead Of NPFL 2024/25 Season. Sunshine Stars Football Club of Akure have bolstered their squad with the addition of 21 players as they prepare for the upcoming 2024/25 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season. The ambitious signings reflect the club’s intent to compete at the highest level in the league. Among the key new recruits are Seth Mayi, goalkeeper Emmanuel Ofori, and Achi Nnaemeka, who returns to Sunshine Stars after two seasons with Remo Stars. Other notable additions include Lucky Vandy from Gombe United, goalkeeper Obiozor David from Bendel Insurance, Seidu…

Falconets Soar Into Round Of 16 With Dominant Victory Over Venezuela. Nigeria’s Falconets secured their place in the Round of 16 at the ongoing FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup with a commanding 4-0 victory over Venezuela in Cali on Saturday. Goals from Amina Bello, Chiamaka Okwuchukwu, Flourish Sabastine, and substitute Joy Igbokwe sealed the comprehensive win, showcasing the Falconets’ strength on the global stage. The opening goal came in the 16th minute when Amina Bello calmly guided home a cut-back from the industrious Chiamaka Okwuchukwu, putting Nigeria ahead. Okwuchukwu then turned from provider to goalscorer in the 28th minute,…

Ademola Lookman And Victor Osimhen Inspire Super Eagles’ Dominant Win Over Benin Republic. The Super Eagles delivered a resounding victory on Saturday evening, bringing joy to millions of Nigerians by comfortably defeating the Cheetahs of Benin Republic 3-0 in their opening match of the 2025 AFCON qualifiers. The match, held at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium, Uyo, showcased the clinical brilliance of Ademola Lookman and Victor Osimhen, who were instrumental in securing the crucial win. The game began with both teams showing promise, creating several opportunities. However, it was Nigeria’s pace and pressing intensity that put the Cheetahs under pressure.…

Austin Eguavoen: “I’m The Coach Of Super Eagles Again Because It’s God’s Plan”. Super Eagles Interim coach Austin Eguavoen has expressed his unwavering commitment to his country, stating his readiness to coach Nigeria’s national football team whenever called upon. Eguavoen, who has previously led the Super Eagles, emphasised that his appointment was not something he sought out but rather an intervention from God. Speaking passionately about his love for Nigeria, he said, “The position I occupied as Super Eagles coach, I didn’t beg for it. It’s an intervention from God. It’s not possible for me to reject serving a…

Flora Ugwunwa Wins Silver In Women’s Javelin F54 At Paris 2024 Paralympics. Nigeria’s Flora Ugwunwa has secured a silver medal in the women’s Javelin F54 event at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, with an impressive throw of 19.26 metres. This achievement marks Nigeria’s first medal in Para-Athletics at the ongoing Games and brings the nation’s overall tally to four medals. Ugwunwa, aged 40, continues her remarkable Paralympic journey, having now won her third consecutive medal across three Games—two gold medals from Rio 2016 and Tokyo 2020, and now a silver in Paris. Ugwunwa’s consistent success highlights the strength…

Sports Minister Celebrates Onyinyechi Mark As Nigeria Wins First Gold Medal At 2024 Paralympic Games. The Honourable Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh, has expressed immense pride and joy following Onyinyechi Mark’s extraordinary triumph at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, where she won Nigeria’s first gold medal and set a new world record. Competing in the women’s up to 61kg Para-Powerlifting category, Mark shattered her own world record by lifting an astounding 147kg, only to surpass that with an unprecedented 150kg. This remarkable feat has solidified her dominance in the sport and further elevated her status as…

Chief Executive Chris Jurasek Departs After 15 Months Following Chaotic Transfer Window. Chelsea’s chief executive, Chris Jurasek, has stepped down from his role after just 15 months at the helm, following a turbulent transfer window in which the club spent £200 million on 11 new players. The departure of Jurasek, reported by ‘MailSport’ comes in the wake of what has been described as a chaotic period of recruitment for the Blues. The significant outlay on new signings during the summer window has been a focal point of discussions, as Chelsea seek to rebuild and strengthen their squad under…

NEW PARALYMPIC RECORD: Onyinyechi Mark Shatters Record In Women’s 61kg Event Nigeria’s Onyinyechi Mark has made history at the 2024 Paralympics, breaking the Paralympic record in the women’s 61kg powerlifting event with an extraordinary lift of 145kg, 147kg and 150kg respectfully. Mark’s stunning performance saw her surpass the previous record set by fellow Nigerian, Lucy Ejike, firmly establishing herself as a dominant force in the competition. she secured Nigeria’s first gold medal of the Games. Her closest competitor was in for 138kg on her final attempt, but Mark remarkably broke the previous record while setting greater one by…

Enyimba Promote Two Youngsters To Senior Team. Enyimba Football Club have promoted two promising players from their youth team to the senior squad, marking a significant step in their professional careers. The players, David Eke and Orkuma Tobais, have both signed their first professional contracts with the club, popularly known as the People’s Elephant. This promotion highlights the club’s ongoing commitment to nurturing young talent and integrating them into the first team. Enyimba, a powerhouse in the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL), have a strong history of developing youth players, and the rise of Eke and Tobais reflects…

Shooting Stars Promise Cash Reward For Victory Over Nasarawa United. Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) have pledged to reward their players with a double bonus if they secure victory in their upcoming fixture against Nasarawa United. This announcement was made by the Chairman of the club, Babatunde Olaniyan Akoro, during a team meeting in Ijebu-Ode on Thursday. Addressing the players, Akoro expressed confidence in their abilities and reaffirmed the club’s commitment to their welfare throughout the new season. He emphasised that the management has made the players’ well-being a top priority, ensuring they remain motivated and focused as…

Chelsea Introduces New Policy Regarding Player Interactions After Matches. Chelsea Football Club has announced a new policy, stating that players will no longer be available for autographs or photos with fans after home games. Additionally, players will not be stopping outside Kingsmeadow for such interactions. This decision comes as women’s football continues to grow in popularity, with Chelsea citing safety as the primary concern behind the change. As fan interest increases, the club is taking steps to ensure the safety and well-being of both players and supporters. While this new policy may disappoint some fans, it reflects the…