Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

Italian Serie A: Osimhen’s Hat Trick in 15 minutes, leads Napoli to Victory Over Sassuolo (Govima Sport Reports) Nigeria’s Super Eagles forward, Victor Osimhen, stole the spotlight in Wednesday’s Italian Serie A fixture, guiding Napoli to a resounding 6-1 victory over Sassuolo. Following his goal-scoring performance against Cagliari over the weekend, all eyes were on the Nigerian international once again, and he delivered in spectacular fashion. Sassuolo took the lead through Racic in the 17th minute, but Napoli quickly responded with an equaliser from Rhamami in the 29th minute. Osimhen then took centre stage, netting three…

Nigeria Victorious In First Match At IHF Women’s Trophy Intercontinental Phase  Handball: Nigeria’s women handball team began their campaign in the IHF Women’s Trophy Intercontinental Phase holding in Tashkent, Uzbekistan with a 28-23 victory over Guadalupe. The Coach Shittu Adewunmi Agboola tutored side started out with the determination that made them Africa champion in the IHF Trophy as they took the first half effortlessly with 16-9 win over Guadaloupe. The second half was a tough and Nigeria had to really dig deep to ensure they win the match 28-23 Taiwo Babatunde was voted the most outstanding player of the match.…

Super Eagles’ Stanley Nwabali Receives Hero’s Welcome at Chippa United Nigeria’s goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali, received a warm welcome back at South African club, Chippa United, on Tuesday, following his remarkable performance at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. Upon arrival at Port Elizabeth Airport, the 27-year-old was greeted by hundreds of Chippa United fans. In a video shared on Tuesday, he was seen engaging with supporters, taking selfies and participating in singing the club’s anthem. Chippa United, via their social media handle, celebrated his return with the message, “He’s Back #NwabaliBobo Nwabali’s standout performance during AFCON 2023 earned him cash…

Minister of Sports Development Extends Love to William Troost-Ekong while hailing the courage of injured Sanusi, Aina and others. The Honourable Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh, extends his heartfelt love and support to Super Eagles captain, William Troost-Ekong, who recently underwent surgery after bravely playing through pain to defend Nigeria at the African Cup of Nations held in Cote d’Ivoire. In a statement on Wednesday, Senator John Owan Enoh expressed his deep concern for Troost-Ekong’s well-being and wished him a swift and successful recovery. He commended Troost-Ekong for his dedication to representing Nigeria on the international…

The Super Falcons of Nigeria are set to host the Banyana Banyana of South Africa in the first leg of the final round qualifier for the 2024 Olympic Games on Friday, April 1, 2024. (Govima Sport Reports) The Super Falcons match against South Africa will take place at the Moshood Abiola Stadium in Abuja, while the return fixture is scheduled to be held at the Mbombela Stadium in Mpumalanga eight days later. The ultimate victor will secure a coveted spot at the Paris 2024 Games. The Super Falcons aim to make a comeback to the Olympics after…

Reports indicate that Super Eagles captain, Ahmed Musa, has ended his contract with Turkish Super Lig team, Sivasspor. Ahmed Musa has terminated his contract with the Turkish outfit Sivasspor due to breach of agreement in contract. The termination of the contract was mutually agreed upon between Musa and Sivasspor. The decision came after the club failed to fulfill its obligation of paying Musa’s salaries for the past six months. The 31-year-old forward is now exploring options for a move to another club in the upcoming summer transfer window. Musa had joined Sivasspor from another Turkish club,…

Former two-time unified world heavyweight champion, Anthony Joshua, has commented on former UFC champion Francis Ngannou’s performance against current WBC champion Tyson Fury. Joshua is scheduled to face Ngannou on Friday, March 8 of this year. Ngannou made waves when he knocked down Fury in the third round last October, although he ultimately lost the bout in a split decision. Ahead of his upcoming fight with Ngannou, Joshua expressed his readiness to compete. “I just feel to myself I will always be here and ready to fight any time,” the 34-year-old told Sky Sports. “He…

Super Eagles defender, William Troost-Ekong, has disclosed how he sustained an injury during the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Cote d’Ivoire but bravely played through to the final. Troost-Ekong played a crucial role in Nigeria’s silver medal-winning campaign in Cote d’Ivoire, scoring three goals and leading the Eagles’ defense, which conceded just one goal from open play until the final. He was also voted the Player of the Tournament. However, in a recent post on his X account, Ekong revealed that the injury he sustained during the competition “has turned out to be more serious than first thought.” He…

Eddie Howe expressed his “relief” as Newcastle narrowly defeated Blackburn in a dramatic penalty shootout, securing their spot in the FA Cup quarter-finals, a competition they are determined to win. Martin Dubravka emerged as Newcastle’s hero at Ewood Park, brilliantly saving Dominic Hyam’s penalty and pushing it onto the post. He also denied Sammie Szmodics during normal time. Despite Harvey Barnes missing his spot-kick for Newcastle, Fabian Schar, Bruno Guimaraes, Elliot Anderson, and Anthony Gordon all converted their penalties, securing a thrilling victory for the Magpies. “There is only one emotion and that is relief,” said Howe.”…

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has hit back at Jamie Carragher’s “subjective” criticism of his tactics in the 2-1 defeat by Fulham Carragher questioned the way United were set up on Saturday during Sky Sports’ Monday Night Football. Ten Hag conceded the ex-Liverpool defender “had a point” but said he has been critical “from the first moment”. “Some analysts are very objective in their comments, very good advice, some are very subjective,” said Ten Hag. “Jamie Carragher, from the first moment on, has criticised and now he wants to make his point.” Carragher had pointed out how United “defends…

Erling Haaland’s Five Goals Propel Manchester City to FA Cup Quarter-Finals In a remarkable display of goal-scoring prowess, Erling Haaland netted five times as Manchester City cruised past Luton to secure a spot in the FA Cup quarter-finals. Haaland’s stellar performance marked his eighth hat-trick for City, and he etched his name in the record books as the first player to score five goals in a game twice for the club. City wasted no time in asserting their dominance, with Kevin de Bruyne providing the assist for Haaland’s opener in the fourth minute. De Bruyne played a pivotal role throughout,…

Saudi Football Association Penalizes Cristiano Ronaldo for Obscene Gesture Reports have emerged indicating that the Saudi Football Association has taken disciplinary action against Al-Nassr forward Cristiano Ronaldo following an incident during Sunday night’s match. Ronaldo allegedly made an obscene gesture towards fans chanting Lionel Messi’s name, prompting swift action from the football governing body. During the Saudi Pro League clash against Al-Shabab, Ronaldo was subjected to chants in support of his Argentine rival Messi from opposition supporters. Despite scoring a goal in Al-Nassr’s 3-2 victory, Ronaldo reacted to the chants by gesturing towards his crotch in the direction of the…