2024 Ballon d’Or: Super Eagles Star Ademola Lookman Nominated
Super Eagles and Atalanta star Ademola Lookman has been named in the 30-man shortlist for the 2024 Ballon d’Or award. Lookman was nominated for the award after a remarkable performance in the Europa League final when he scored a hat-trick for Atalanta against Bayer Leverkusen. He is the single African representative on this year’s list. Notably, neither Lionel Messi, an eight-time...
Gallagher Opt-Out Of Chelsea, Give Reasons
Former Chelsea midfield maestro, Conor Gallagher, has opened up on why he left Chelsea. According to a statement from Fabrizio Romano’s X handle on Friday, Gallagher said Chelsea’s new policy to sign players on long contracts was the main reason why he left Chelsea. “Why Chelsea sold me? Clubs make their own decisions and they have brought in some top players...
GWR Celebrates Ronaldo’s 900th Career Goal
Guinness World Records recognized Cristiano Ronaldo as the GOAT (Greatest of All Time) after he achieved the milestone of 900 career goals. This subtle recognition further emphasized his legendary status in football, following this historic achievement. Ronaldo’s 900th goal solidified his standing in international men’s football and across club competitions, surpassing rivals like Lionel Messi and many others. In a late X...
Victor Apugo Predicts Nigeria’s Victory In Qualifier Match
In an exclusive interview with ABN TV, Chief Victor Apugo, a renowned sports personality and football manager, shared his insights on Nigeria's qualifier match against their opponents. Chief Apugo expressed his confidence in the Super Eagles, stating that he believes the outcome of the match will be positive for Nigeria. However, he emphasized the need for the players to be...
Nigeria Bagged Seven Medals At Paris Paralympic Games
With seven medals, Nigeria finished 40th in the overall medal standings after the conclusion of their Paralympic campaign in Paris in 2024. The country’s medal count includes two gold, three silver, and two bronze medals. Onyinyechi Mark shattered the Paralympic record in the women’s 61 kg powerlifting category, lifting an incredible 145 kg. Folashade Oluwafemiayo won gold in the women’s over-86 kg...
“I’m Happy, We Had Our Revenge Against Benin Republic” – Osimhen
The Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has expressed delight at Nigeria's 3-0'revenge’ on Saturday against Benin Republic. Osimhen commented after Nigeria’s 3-0 triumph against Gernot Rohr’s team in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match on Saturday. The Super Eagles defeated Benin thanks to Osimhen’s goal and Ademola Lookman’s brace. READ ALSO AT: Nigeria Bagged Seven Medals At Paris Paralympic Games Before...
“I Am Still In Charge” — Eguavoen
In response to rumors that he was going to step down as the Super Eagles' coach, Augustine Eguavoen made it clear that he is still in charge. Social media is rife with reports of Eguavoen quitting his role following Tuesday’s match between the Super Eagles and the Amavubi of Rwanda in Kigali, which ended in a draw. While dismissing the reports...
Osimhen, Lookman Fires Blank In Kigali
Nigeria and Rwanda suppresed themselves to a scoreless draw at a refurbished Amahoro Stadium in Kigali on Tuesday. The draw was typical of two earlier encounters between both teams in Kigali, as Nigeria forced a 1-1 draw in a 2006 FIFA World Cup qualifying match also at the Amahoro, and both teams drew 0-0 in a 2013 AFCON qualifier at...
Brazil, Argentina Suffers Defeat In World Cup Qualifiers
Argentina's World Cup qualifying match ended in a 2-1 loss to Colombia, while Brazil suffered their fourth straight loss in five qualifying matches. Inter Miami’s Diego Gomez netted the decisive goal for Paraguay in Asuncion after 20 minutes, with Brazil failing to register a first-half shot on target. Key players for Brazil included Liverpool’s Alisson, Newcastle’s Bruno Guimaraes, and West...
Osimhen Expunges Napoli Traces From X Profile
Victor Osimhen has deleted all traces of Napoli from his social media page and flaunted pictures of Galatasaray, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. While awaiting his Galatasaray debut after the international break, Osimhen continues to hug the headlines, the latest of them being the striking transformation of his X handle. Six days ago, an X user, Pink Tony, asked Osimhen to change his bio...
