Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

Nigeria Triumphs in Women’s 4x100m Relay at African Senior Athletics Championship. Tobi Amusan led Nigeria to victory in the women’s 4x100m relay, securing a gold medal at the 2024 African Senior Athletics Championship in Douala on Monday night. The Nigerian quartet, comprising Amusan, Justina Eyakpobeyan, Tima Godbless, and Olayinka Olajide, finished the race with an impressive time of 42.76 seconds. Their West African rivals, Liberia and Ghana, finished second and third respectively. Notably, Nigeria has maintained an unbeaten record in this event at the African Athletics Championship since 2018, with Amusan being a crucial member of all three victorious teams.…

Arthur Chukwuezugo Okonkwo Joins Wrexham on Permanent Deal. Nigeria-eligible goalkeeper, Arthur Chukwuezugo Okonkwo, has officially joined Wrexham on a permanent deal following the expiration of his contract with parent club Arsenal. Okonkwo made a significant impact during his time at Wrexham, making 40 appearances for the club, including 36 in the league. His impressive performances included keeping 14 clean sheets and saving a crucial penalty, helping Phil Parkinson’s team achieve promotion to a higher tier in English football. Expressing his delight at the signing, Okonkwo said, “I’m feeling very good, I’m so happy to have finally signed and…

EURO 2024 Talking Points: Spain Remain Perfect as Zaccagni Saves Italy. As Group B came to a dramatic close on Monday night, we bring you the biggest talking points after Spain finished with a 100% record and Italy left it late to qualify for the last 16. Questions remain over the defending champions. NO MISTAKES FROM SPAIN A perfect record in any major tournament during the group stage is not to be sniffed at, and Spain can have very few complaints after their 1-0 win over Albania. Luis de la Fuente made ten changes to his side that beat…

Hungary Captain Dominik Szoboszlai Calls for Medical Protocol Change After Barnabás Varga Injury at Euros. Hungary captain Dominik Szoboszlai has called for a change in medical protocols following a serious injury sustained by the team’s striker, Barnabás Varga, during their match against Scotland on Sunday at Euro 2024. The incident occurred when the 29-year-old striker suffered a severe collision, prompting immediate concern from his teammates. They signalled urgently for medical assistance, and upon its arrival, sheets were raised around Varga as he received on-field treatment. Television cameras captured Szoboszlai visibly distressed, seemingly in tears and concerned about the speed at…

Sports and Tech Initiative Empowers Lagos Street Children. Pistis Foundation, in collaboration with The Asumah Brothers, has launched a transformative initiative aimed at empowering 54 street children through sports and technology. The project, conducted in partnership with Kids Off The Streets, seeks to make a lasting impact on the lives of vulnerable children in Lagos. This innovative programme, inspired by the increasing number of street children, combines physical activity with technological education. Over the course of five weeks, children aged eight to 16 will receive comprehensive training in football, basic computing, digital literacy, and technology skills. The initiative…

Femi Thomas Set to Retire After FA Cup Final. NPFL legendary goalkeeper, Femi Thomas, is set to retire from professional football after an illustrious career spanning 24 years. Thomas, currently with Akwa United, will hang up his gloves following the FA Cup final, marking the end of a remarkable journey in the sport. Over his 22 seasons in the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL), Thomas has achieved significant success, winning two NPFL titles and three FA Cups. His contributions to the league have cemented his status as one of the most respected and celebrated goalkeepers in Nigerian football history.…

Karl Hein Extends Contract at Arsenal. Arsenal have officially confirmed that Karl Hein has signed a new deal with the club. The young goalkeeper, who spent the second half of the 2021/22 season on loan at Championship side Reading, made five league appearances for the Royals. Hein went on to make his full Arsenal debut in a Carabao Cup game against Brighton the following November. Expressing his joy at the new contract, Hein said: “I’m delighted to extend my contract and continue my journey in this amazing club after six years. Hopefully, there will be even more good memories…

Govima Sports Report on the concluded NPFL 2023/2024 Football Season. The 2023/2024 Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL) season concluded with Rangers International FC emerging as the champions. The trophy presentation took place at the new Jos Stadium, marking a historic moment for the Enugu-based club. The season finale encapsulated the excitement and unpredictability that characterise Nigerian football, with both triumph and heartbreak experienced across the league. CHAMPIONS: RANGERS INTERNATIONAL FC Rangers International FC clinched the NPFL title with a dominant performance throughout the season. Their consistency and strategic play led them to the top of the table, securing the championship…

Copa América Report: USA vs Bolivia. The USA secured their first victory in the Copa América 2024 with a 2-0 win over Bolivia in Group C, earning the crucial three points. AC Milan striker Christian Pulisic, known as “Captain America,” opened the scoring with a stunning goal, showcasing his composure and skill. The second goal came from AS Monaco star Folarin Balogun, who doubled the lead and ensured the win for the “Stars and Stripes.” With this result, the USA moves to the top of Group C with three points, while Bolivia finds themselves at the bottom with…

Report: Switzerland 1-1 Germany UEFA European Championship. Julian Nagelsmann’s Germany appeared set for a shock Euro 2024 defeat, but Niclas Füllkrug had other ideas in Frankfurt. The towering substitute proved to be the last-gasp hero as Germany avoided an upset, snatching a 1-1 draw with Switzerland on Sunday. Dan Ndoye’s first international goal seemed poised to seal a famous win for Switzerland and ensure they topped Group A. However, Füllkrug’s header in the dying seconds changed the outcome in Frankfurt. Ruben Vargas thought he had doubled Switzerland’s advantage late on, only to be denied by the offside flag.…

Hungary Striker Barnabas Varga “Stable” After Clash with Scotland Goalkeeper. Hungary striker Barnabas Varga is “stable” in hospital after being carried off on a stretcher following a mid-air clash with Scotland goalkeeper Angus Gunn in Sunday night’s Euro 2024 match. Varga sustained a fractured cheekbone and will require an operation, Hungary manager Marco Rossi informed BBC Sport. “Varga is okay,” said Rossi. “Unfortunately, he will need surgery due to the fracture. We will see what happens, but if we progress in the tournament, he will certainly not be with us.” Speaking at his post-match news conference, Rossi added that Varga…

Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) Announces Mobolaji Johnson Arena As New Venue for President FA Cup Final. The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has announced that the grand finale of the country’s oldest Cup competition will now take place at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Lagos on Saturday, 29th June, as earlier reported by BSNSports. Initially scheduled to be held at the MKO Abiola National Stadium in Abuja, which would have hosted the final for the first time in the competition’s history, the NFF and GTI have decided to return to the historic venue on Lagos Island. This arena, formerly known as…