Napoli Claims 4-1 Win In Champions League Opener Against Liverpool
Napoli claimed a stunning 4-1 win over last season’s beaten finalists Liverpool in their opening Champions League group game on Wednesday, as a worrying start to the campaign continued for Jurgen Klopp’s side. Liverpool were swept away by a whirlwind first-half performance at the Stadio Maradona from Napoli, who were deservedly three goals to the good at the break. Piotr Zielinski...
Saudi Arabian Club Al-Ettifaq Appoint Gerrard New Head Coach
Former England and Liverpool midfielder Steven Gerrard has been named the new head coach of Saudi Arabian side Al-Ettifaq. The club confirmed Gerrard’s appointment on their Twitter handle. The former Reds skipper signed a two-year contract with the Saudi club. Gerrard, 43, had said in June he had been invited over to the country to “look at a potential offer” but that...
Bamidele Praises Shooting Stars’ ‘Big Win’ Against Kwara United
Shooting Stars defender Ayodeji Bamidele has talked up his team’s 4-1 drubbing of Niger Tornadoes at the Lekan Salami Stadium on Sunday. Ayobami Adekunle scored Shooting Stars’ first goal of the game with Ayodeji Bamidele, Adeowo Gbolagade and Kareem Ayinde also on target for the hosts. Ernest Chidiebere scored the consolation goal for Niger Tornadoes. Bamidele reacted to the win in a...
Nigeria Break Record As Super Eagles Defeat Egypt 1-0 In AFCON Opener
The Super Eagles of Nigeria have defeated the Pharaohs of Egypt 1-0 in their group stage encounter at the ongoing 33rd Africa Cup of Nations on Tuesday in Garoua, Cameroon. Super Eagles, who top Group D with the victory, were dominant and impressive in the game. With today’s victory, Nigeria broke Egypt’s unbeaten record. Pharaohs were unbeaten in their last 16...
Super Falcons Can Rule Africa Again – Kanu
Uchenna Kanu insists the Super Falcons can successfully defend their Women’s Africa Cup of Nations title in Morocco. Randy Waldrum’s charges will look to win a 10th WAFCON title in Morocco later this year. The Super Falcons beat tough foes Ghana ...
Man United Knock Liverpool Out Of FA Cup
A Bruno Fernandes 78th free-kick goal gave Manchester United a deserved 3-2 win over perennial foes, Liverpool FC in the fourth round tie of the FA Cup. Greenwood opened the goals for Manchester United before Sallah equalised in the first half. Rashford capitalised on a defensive error to score the second before Sallah restored parity from a blunder too. READ ALSO: “I...
2026 WCQ: Super Eagles Didn’t Underrate Lesotho — Ajayi
Super Eagles defender Semi Ajayi claimed the team didn’t underrate Lesotho in Thursday’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier. Ajayi and his teammates laboured to a 1-1 draw against the Likuena at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo. The 30-year-old claimed the Super Eagles prepared hard for the game but were let down by their poor finishing. READ ALSO: Lesotho Draw More Like...
CHAN 2023 Qualifier: Yusuf Confident Home Eagles Will Turn The Table Against Ghana
Home-based Super Eagles head coach Salisu Yusuf is confident his team will secure a place at the 2023 Africa Nations Championship in Algeria. The Home Eagles lost 2-0 to the Black Galaxies of Ghana in the first leg of their final qualifiying round fixture last weekend. Both teams will clash in the reverse fixture on Saturday at the Moshood Abiola Stadium,...
AC Milan Submits €35m Bid For Samuel Chukwueze
Serie A giants, AC Milan have submitted a bid for Super Eagles winger, Samuel Chukwueze. AC Milan identified the 24-year-old as the man to help strengthen the right side of their attack. According to Milan Eye, the Rooseneri submitted an opening bid in the region of €35m for the Nigerian. READ ALSO: Why I Dumped Chelsea For Man Utd – Mason Mount...
“Retaining Maguire As Man United Captain A Mistake” — Danny Murphy
Liverpool legend Danny Murphy has labeled Erik Ten Hag’s decision to retain Harry Maguire as Manchester United captain a mistake. Maguire came in for criticism over the last season for his inconsistent performances for both club and country. While ...
