Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

Jesse Lingard has completed a move to South Korean side FC Seoul.  Jesse Lingard who has been without a club since his contract expired at Nottingham Forest at the end of last season, has now signed a two-year deal with the K-League club, with the option for a further year. While speaking after he completed his move, Lingard said he had received “many offers” but had decided he wanted a new football experience in South Korea. “I’ve always wanted a different challenge and to create new memories in my career,” Lingard said “I believe South Korea is the perfect place…

William Troost-Ekong the Super Eagles captain, has named Manchester United legend, Rio Ferdinand as one of the players he would give his No.5 jersey up for amid the ongoing 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. William Troost-Ekong said this via a post on his official X account after Nigeria defeated South Africa on Wednesday to qualify for the AFCON final. Recall that Troost-Ekong was exceptional leading by example, as the Super Eagles beat the Bafana Bafana to set up a final clash with the host nation, Ivory Coast on Sunday. Rio Ferdinand the Manchester United legend had  shown his support to…

Chelsea emerged from the crisis that has cast a cloud of worry over the club in stunning fashion as they comprehensively destroyed Aston Villa in their FA Cup fourth-round replay. Chelsea faced an Aston Villa with quite a formidable home form this season. Which made Villa firm favourites to reach the last 16 before the replay fourth round of the FA Cup, however Chelsea produced a devastating attacking display to ease the pressure on manager Mauricio Pochettino. Pochettino’s short tenure at Stamford Bridge was under severe scrutiny after the 4-2 home defeat by Wolverhampton Wanderers on Sunday left them…

Sébastien Haller scored a memorable winner to send Ivory Coast through to the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final at the expense of the Democratic Republic of Congo, as the Elephants march on in their quest to become the first victorious host nation since 2006. (Govima Sport Reports) Sebastian Haller was his country’s lifesaver in the hot and humid conditions in northern Abidjan. This literally left players from both sides bathed in sweat by the time Cédric Bakambu poked into an empty net with fewer than nine minutes on the clock, but the DRC striker’s early opener was promptly chalked…

Nwabali spoke to the media after his heroics for the Super Eagles of Nigeria against the Bafana Bafana of South Africa, in a game where he saved two spot kicks in the shootout to send Nigeria through to the final. Nwabali won the man of the match award for the night and shortly afterwards faced the media, and when asked by Journalist about some unfound criticism that he hasn’t been tested in the tournament that’s why he’s been able to keep 4 clean sheets. The Goalkeeper has now responded and below was his conversation with Newsmen. Interviewer: Congratulations Nwabali,…

Nigeria sealed their place in the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final for the first time since winning the competition back in 2013 after battling through 4-2 on penalties in a thrilling semi-final clash with South Africa. Nigeria having registered four successive wins ‘to nil’ in the tournament, travelled to Bouaké full of confidence in pursuit of an eighth final appearance. A clash against South Africa playing in their first AFCON semi-final for 24 years – promised to be a stern test, however, and that was reflected in a cagey start with neither side able to gain control of proceedings.…

The first semi-final clash of the AFCON tournament is set to kickstart in an hour’s time and the Super Eagles of Nigeria have released their lineup (Govima Sport Reports) Nigeria Vs South Africa all set for the first showdown. Jose Pesiero made one change as Bright Osayi comes in for the injured Zaidu Sanusi.

DR Congo midfielder Charles Pickel has reiterated that his side will not be intimidated by the hostile atmosphere awaiting them in the AFCON semi-final clash Cote d’Ivoire. AFCON 2023 semi-final showdown is upon us as the Leopards face the resurgent Ivorians at the imposing 60,000 capacity Stade Alassane Ouattara in Abidjan. A vociferous home crowd will roar on the Elephants but Pickel insists it will be approached like any other match. “It will be a game like any other. It’s a semi-final we are ready to compete in,” said the Cremonese midfielder. “We play in front of big crowds for…

NPFL update as Sporting Lagos, Rangers and others strengthens team ahead of the league’s resumption on the 14th of February 2024. NPFL side Sporting Lagos have announced the signing of Kalu Chukwuemeka, who rejoined the club ahead of the second stanza of the 2023-24 Nigeria Premier Football League season. Chukwuemeka had previously played for Sporting Lagos during their time in the Nigeria National League (NNL) last season. And He was pivotal in their charge for promotion to the NPFL. Sporting Lagos made the announcement via their official X handle. “He’s baaaaaaaack! Welcome home, Kalu, Let’s start the next chapter,”…

Zaidu Sanusi is a major doubt for Nigeria’s 2023 Africa Cup of Nations semi-final clash with South Africa (Govima Sport Reports) Zaidu Sanusi the Porto FC left-back and Nigeria international wasn’t involved in the team’s final training in Bouake on Tuesday night. Zaidu who has been battling with injury since the beginning of the AFCON 2023 final, has come under heavy criticism from supporters who have not been impressed by his shaky displays so far for the Super Eagles at the on going AFCON tournament in Cote d’Ivoire. Regardless of that, the defender seems to have the trust of his…

NPFL reschedule game involving Sporting Lagos and Rivers United (Govima Sport Reports) NPFL match between Sporting Lagos and Rivers United which was earlier bid to hold today has now been postponed. The rescheduled outstanding game of matchday 13 has now once again be shifted to a later date that will be announced subsequently. According to what we gathered, the management of the league took the initiative to postpone the game due to the Super Eagles of Nigeria Africa Cup of Nations semi-final match against South Africa in Cote d’Ivoire later today. Just to rally support from every possible means. Bafana…

World Trade Organization, WTO, Director General, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala has sent a message to the Super Eagles of Nigeria as they get set to face the Bafana Bafana of South Africa in an AFCON semi-final clash later today  Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, conveyed the message to the Eagles in a tweet via her X account, where she urged the Super Eagles to get the job done against South Africa and qualify for the AFCON finals. She, however, wished Jose Peseiro’s men the best of luck against their opponent. Wishing our very own Super Eagles the best of luck tomorrow!! Let’s get it done,”…