By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS Nine-time Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) champions Enyimba have confirmed the signing of former Nigeria international, Brown Ideye. Ideye joined the People’s Elephant on a short-term deal for the remainder of the season. “We are delighted to officially announce the addition of former Super Eagles Striker, Brown Ideye to our fold,” the Aba giants announce on their official website on Monday. “We are expectant of the experience and professionalism he will add to our game and quest in our remaining games this season, especially under the New Gaffer.” The 36-year-old is making a return to the…
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President of the Nigeria Football Federation, Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau MON, on Monday assured ball fans, administrators and Nigerians in general that the football-governing body will adequately prepare the various National Teams to bring joy and glory to the nation in the coming year. While reflecting on the outgoing year 2024 and projecting for the coming year 2025, Gusau, still delighted with the Super Eagles’ nonchalant dismantling of Ghana’s Black Galaxies to qualify for the 8th African Nations Championship, disclosed that the focus of the NFF is on ensuring the adequate preparation of all National Teams to credibly compete for…
By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS Samuel Chukwueze will work under a new coach at AC Milan following the dismissal of Paulo Fonseca. Fonseca was sacked by the Rooseneri following Sunday night’s 1-1 draw with AS Roma. Chukwueze sustained an injuy during the keenly contested encounter. AC Milan confirmed his dismissal through a short message. “AC Milan announces that Paulo Fonseca has been relieved from his duties as Head Coach of the Men’s First Team. The Club extends its gratitude to Paulo for his great professionalism and wishes him the very best in his future endeavours.” Fonseca was appointed coach of Milan…
By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS The draw for the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) will hold on Tuesday in Cairo , Egypt. The home-based Super Eagles look set to do battle in a difficult group as they are not among the seeded teams in the draw. CAF has placed the home-based Super Eagles in Pot 3. Teams are seeded based on results in the last three editions of CHAN (2022, 2020 and 2018). Nigeria is making a return to the biennial competition after a six-year absence. Co-hosts Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda as well as defending champions Senegal will occupy Pot 1.…
By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS Liverpool tightened their grip at the top of Premier League table following a comprehensive 5-0 win over West Ham United at the London Stadium. The Reds stretched their lead to eight points following the comfortable victory. Arne Slot’s side had to wait for the half hour mark before scoring the curtain raiser through Luis Diaz. Mohamed Salah set up Cody Gakpo for his side’s second and then made the result a formality with a close-range shot to make it 3-0 at halftime. Liverpool scored two more goals after the break. Trent Alexander- Arnold scored the fourth with a…
By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS Manchester City returned to winning ways in the Premier League courtesy of a 2-0 victory over Leicester City at the King Power Stadium. It was the champions first win in five Premier League games. Savinho netted his first goal for the Citizens n the 21st minute. The Brazilian pounced on a rebound from Phil Foden’s long shot after Leicester goalkeeper Jakub Stolarczyk pushed the ball into his path. Erling Haaland doubled the visitors lead in the 74th minute. The forward headed home a looping cross from Savinho to seal victory for Pep Guardiola’s men. Manchester City climbed two spots…
By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS Super Eagles assistant coach Daniel Ogunmodede claimed the team has doled out a befitting Christmas and New Year gift to Nigerians with the win over Nigeria. The Eagles claimed a place at the 2024 African Nations Championship with a comfortable 3-1 victory over perennial rivals Ghana at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo on Saturday. Nigeria will be making a return to the competition after a six-year absence. “I’m happy for today’s win. I’m happy for the country, Nigeria, and I’m happy for Nigerians’ solidarity. It’s a Yuletide and New Year gift to Nigerians,” Ogunmodede said…
By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS Black Galaxies of Ghana head coach, Didi Dramani says Nigeria deserved to beat his side to the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) ticket. Dramani’s side fell 3-1 to Nigeria in the second leg of their qualifying contest at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo on Saturday. Nigeria dominated the game and scored thrice within six minutes in the first half. Sodiq Ismail, Nduka Junior and Saviour Isaac were on target for the hosts. “Every coach will feel disappointed, but the result remains what it is,” Dramani began during the post-match press conference when asked about his…
By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS Nigeria’s Home Eagles have qualified for the 2024 African Nations Championship after a comfortable 3-1 victory over perennial rivals Ghana at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo on Saturday night. The Eagles will be making a return to the competition after missing the last two editions. It was a dominant display from the hosts, who scored three goals in six first half minutes. Sodiq Ismail opened the scoring in the 18th minute with a well-placed shot that found the back of the net. Just three minutes later, Nduka Junior doubled the lead, showcasing the team’s attacking…
Nasarawa United and Rivers United have been invited to an inquest following incidents that happened during their Matchday 18 fixture at the Lafia City Stadium on December 22, 2024. Both clubs have been invited to appear before the NPFL on January 10, 2025 in Abuja. This is in a bid to safeguard the integrity of the league. The NPFL is opening an inquest to establish facts, identify causes and determine action to take on the matter. Both clubs are required to submit detailed reports of the incidents on the matchday to include actions taken by officials of the clubs, security…