By Obaloluwa, Joshua, LAGOS Nigerian midfielder, David Moses has sealed a permanent move to Czech champions Slavia Prague. The 20-year-old, who linked up with Slavia Prague from another Czech club, MFK Karvina signed a contract until December 31, 2029. “David is an extremely interesting player, proven in the Czech league, many clubs were interested in him, not only from the Czech Republic,” sports director Jiri Bilek told the club’s official website. “We believe that he will fit perfectly into our playing style. This is a great promise for the future.”. Moses himself was equally excited about the new challenge. “It’s…
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By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS Ademola Lookman has explained the role played by Atalanta in his massive development. Lookman’s career has witnessed a remarkable rise since his arrival at the Gewiss Stadium from Bundesliga outfit RB Leipzig two years ago. The 27-year-old finished 14th in the Ballon d’or ranking this year. The electric winger was crowned Africa’s best player at the CAF Awards in Marrakech, Morocco on Monday night. The Nigerian credited Atalanta for providing an enabling environment for him to thrive. “I think the environment that the club (Atalanta) gave me has been very key to obviously my growth as…
Nigeria will host the 13th edition of the ECOWAS African Wrestling Tournament billed to hold between March 4th and 10th, 2025. This follows an assurance to this effect by National Sports Commission, NSC, Chairman Mallam Shehu Dikko. Dikko was playing host to Director of Youth and Sports Development, ECOWAS, Francis Njoaguani on Tuesday. Njoaguani came to ascertain the country’s preparedness to host the event which will hold two months to ECOWAS’ 50th anniversary. His words, “I want to assure you that we are committed. We will do everything possible to host the tournament. And we don’t want it to be…
By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS Former Super Eagles head coach Jose Peseiro has said Ademola Lookman deserved to be named Africa’s best player for 2024. Lookman succeeds his compatriot, Victor Osimhen, who won the award last year. Peseiro claimed Lookman’s Impressive performance for club and country this year makes him a deserving winner. “I think Lookman’s victory is deserved given his performances both for Atalanta, his club, and for his country, Nigeria,”the Portuguese told Sportitalia. Peseiro also praised Atalanta manager Gian Piero Gasperini for his role in the winger’s development. “I think giving Lookman the freedom to move around has allowed…
By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS Ademola Lookman’s father has thanked soccer loving Nigerians for their overwhelming support. Lookman was crowned Africa’s best player at the 2024 CAF Awards ceremony in Marrakech, Morocco on Monday night. The Atalanta star became the sixth Nigerian to win the prestigious award. “I just want to thank everybody for their prayers, for their support and favourable comments,” he told live score. “I thank them all, and I want to thank Almighty God as well.” The proud father then used the opportunity to send words of advice to up coming players who want to achieve great things…
By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS South African giants Kaizer Chiefs have rekindled their interest in Stanley Nwabali, according to Soccerladuma. Nwabali was linked with the Chilli Boys this summer after impressing for Nigeria at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations in Cote d’Ivoire. The 28-year-old kept four clean sheets in seven outings at the competition. The former Enyimba shot stopper signed a new three-year contract with Chippa United before the start of the current campaign. He was also made the Chilli Boys captain putting an end to speculation surrounding his future. Kaizer Chiefs are reportedly ready to re-visit their interest in…
By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS Ademola Lookman says difficult times in his career has motivated him to become a better footballer. Lookman claimed the Men’s Player of the Year at the 2024 CAF Awards in Marrakech Morocco on Monday night. The 27-year-old joined the exclusive list of Nigerians, who have won the prestigious award, Prompt News reports. “It is an incredible achievement and an incredible moment,” Lookman was quoted by CAFonline. “It is special to join a list of many great players who have achieved a lot in the game. They are legends. “There are a lot of special moments that…
By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS Super Falcons star, Chiamaka Nnadozie has expressed her delight after she crowned the best goalkeeper in the women’s category of the 2024 CAF Awards. Nnadozie beat Morocco’s Khadija Er-Rmichi and South Africa’s Andile Dlaminito to the award. The 24-year-old was crowned the best keeper for her outstanding achievement at both club and national team level. The shot stopper represented Nigeria at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris. She thanked the CAF and Nigerian Football Federation Presidents for their contribution to growing the women’s game in Africa. “Last year I was here, and I am here again today and…
By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS Ademola Lookman is in buoyant mood after he was crowned the 2024 CAF Men’s Player of the Year. Lookman was named the continent’s best player at a well attended ceremony in Marrakech, Morocco on Monday night. The 27-year-old succeeds compatriot Victor Osimhen, who won the award last year. “I want to thank almighty God for everything that He’s been doing in my life He’s been blessing me with,” said the 27-year-old from the stage. “I want to thank the Presidents, all my teammates, club and country, for their support and the love that they give me.…
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman on winning the 2024 CAF Men’s African Footballer of the Year. President Tinubu also hails Super Falcons goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie for clinching the CAF Women’s Goalkeeper of the Year award and the Super Falcons for being named the Women’s National Team of the Year. Prompt News reports that the awards were announced Monday night at the Palais des Congrès in Marrakech, Morocco. The President joins millions of Nigerians in celebrating these athletes, describing them as worthy ambassadors for showcasing their talent and bringing honour to the country on the continental…