Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

D’Tigress Begin Olympic Preparations with Friendly Match Against Germany. As part of their preparations for the 2024 Olympics, Nigeria’s women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, faced Germany in their first friendly game. Despite a valiant effort, D’Tigress were defeated 63-77. The game, held as part of a series of friendlies, was an opportunity for D’Tigress to fine-tune their strategies and build team cohesion ahead of the Olympics. Although they fell short against a strong German side, the match provided valuable insights and highlighted areas for improvement. D’Tigress showed flashes of brilliance throughout the game, with several standout performances. However, Germany’s…

Sporting Lagos Secure Spot in 2024 Gothia Cup Final with Thrilling Victory Over Beyond Limits. Sporting Lagos have advanced to the final of the 2024 Gothia Cup after a nail-biting 5-4 triumph over Beyond Limits. The match, filled with dramatic twists and turns, showcased the resilience and skill of the Lagos-based side as they edged out their rivals in a pulsating encounter. The game kicked off with a bang as Sporting Lagos’ Bidemi Amole stole the show in the first half, scoring an impressive hat-trick. His clinical finishing saw Sporting Lagos take a commanding 3-1 lead into the halftime…

Olexandr Zinchenko Signs with Unique Football Agency to Chart Future Steps. Olexandr Zinchenko, the versatile Ukrainian international, has taken a significant step in his professional career by signing with Unique Football Agency. This move marks a new chapter for Zinchenko as he seeks to navigate his future in the world of football with the guidance of a renowned management team. Zinchenko’s decision to join Unique Football Agency comes at a pivotal moment in his career. Known for his adaptability and skill, Zinchenko has made a name for himself as a reliable and dynamic player, capable of performing in various…

Cesc Fàbregas Signs Four-Year Deal as Head Coach of Como, Ready for Serie A Challenge. Cesc Fàbregas, the former Spanish international and football icon,  has signed a four-year contract as head coach of Como 1907, setting the stage for an exciting new chapter in his illustrious career. Fàbregas, who enjoyed a glittering playing career across some of Europe’s top leagues, is now ready to take on the managerial challenge in Serie A. A Stellar Playing Career Fàbregas began his professional journey at FC Barcelona’s famed La Masia academy before moving to Arsenal in 2003 at the tender age of…

Super Falcons Forward Excited to Join Everton. Nigeria’s Super Falcons midfielder, Toni Payne, has expressed her excitement after joining the English Women’s Super League side Everton FC. The Toffees announced the capture of the Nigerian international on Friday afternoon, following her departure from Spanish side Sevilla earlier in the week. “I’m super excited to be an Everton player,” Payne told Evertontv. “It’s been my dream to play in the UK and in such a strong league like the WSL. I’m thrilled to have the opportunity to play at a club like Everton with so much history in football. Now…

Paris 2024 Olympics: Exciting Updates and Key Details. The Paris 2024 Olympic Games are set to commence on 26th July 2024, marking the beginning of a thrilling international sporting event that will captivate audiences worldwide. Here are the latest updates and key details to know about the upcoming Olympics: Olympic Mascot: Meet Olympic Phryge The official mascot for the Paris 2024 Olympics is Olympic Phryge. This mascot is named after the traditional Phrygian hats, which have historically symbolised freedom throughout French history. The Phrygian cap has often represented allegorical figures of the French Republic. The motto of the mascots,…

Mason Greenwood Joins Olympique Marseille as New Number 10. Mason Greenwood has officially signed with Olympique Marseille, taking on the coveted number 10 jersey. The transfer, confirmed today, involves a fixed fee of €26 million, with an additional €5 million in potential add-ons. Manchester United will also receive 50% of any future sale of Greenwood. The move comes after weeks of negotiation, with Marseille’s president, Pablo Longoria, and the club’s technical director, Mehdi Benatia, working tirelessly to finalise the deal. Marseille’s manager, Roberto De Zerbi, reportedly played a key role, maintaining regular contact with Greenwood to ensure the transfer…

Nigerian Clubs Set for Semi-Final Showdown at Gothia Cup. Two Nigerian teams are set to face off in the semi-finals of the ongoing Gothia Cup in Sweden, guaranteeing that a Nigerian club will compete in the final of the prestigious youth tournament. Beyond Limits FA secured their place in the semi-finals by narrowly defeating Ghanaian side Right to Dream FC in a dramatic penalty shootout. After a tense 1-1 draw, Daniel Aiyenugba emerged as the hero, guiding his team to a 7-6 victory on penalties. Sporting Lagos Academy will be Beyond Limits’ opponents in the semi-final clash. They…

Super-Sand Eagles Head to Nouakchott for Beach Soccer AFCON Qualifier. After a five-year hiatus from international competition, Nigeria’s Super-Sand Eagles are set to depart for Nouakchott on Friday morning to face Mauritania in the 2024 Beach Soccer Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying match. The match, scheduled for Saturday, marks the first leg of the two-leg fixture. The match will be officiated by Egyptian referees, with Hany Farouk El-Sayed Eleraky as the main referee, Ahmed Mohamed Elwan Nofal as Referee 2, Ibrahim El-Sayed Mahgoub as Referee 3, and Khaled Mohamed Elewa serving as the timekeeper. Moroccan El Mansouri Taha…

Super Falcons Return to Women’s Olympic Football After 16-Year Absence. Nigeria’s Super Falcons are set to make their much-anticipated return to the Women’s Olympic Football Competition for the first time in 16 years. The team, which achieved quarter-final status at the 2004 Athens Olympics, will arrive in Bordeaux, France, on Thursday night, marking the beginning of their campaign. The nine-time African champions will depart from Spain aboard an Air France flight, arriving in Bordeaux shortly before 11 PM. The delegation consists of 18 players, four substitute players, and various officials, and they are scheduled to check into the Mercure…

Premier Soccer League and Title Sponsors DSTV Part Ways. Title sponsors DSTV has announced its decision to end deal with PSL. This marks the end of a significant partnership in South African football, leaving the league open to new sponsorship opportunities. Revenue loss, caused mainly by a sharp decline in subscriptions, combined by the departure of MultiChoice group CEO Imtiaz Patel, who’s said to be a close associate of PSL chairman Dr Irvin Khoza, has left DStv with no choice but to abandon the league as the Premiership’s headline sponsor. This is according to an insider at MultiChoice. ‘Last week,…

Ikorodu City FC Director Appointed Assistant Secretary of NPFL Club Owners. Tobi Adepoju, a.k.a (@oganlaMedia) Director of Ikorodu City FC, has been appointed as the Assistant Secretary of the NPFL Club Owners Association in Abuja. This new role marks a significant step in Adepoju’s career, reflecting his growing influence within Nigerian football. Previously, Adepoju served as the Secretary of the Southern Conference Forum of the Nigeria National League (NNL) while Ikorodu City FC competed in the second division. His experience and leadership in that position were instrumental in his recent appointment. The NPFL Club Owners Association is confident…