FIBA U18 Women’s AfroBasket Semifinals: Nigeria Takes On Uganda
The Junior D'Tigress takes on Uganda on Friday at the University of Pretoria, South Africa, in the semi-final of the FIBA U18 Women’s Afrobasket. This is coming on the heels of Nigeria, which secured a 66-51 victory against Egypt to advance to the semifinals of the U18 Women’s Afrobasket. Despite qualifying as one of the two best third-place finishers from...
Cristiano Ronaldo Sidelined With Viral Infection, To Miss Al-nassr’s Iraq Match
Cristiano Ronaldo, the Portuguese superstar and Al-Nassr forward, has been diagnosed with a viral infection, the club announced today. The Portuguese veteran is targeting Asia’s top club crown to add to his long list of achievements when the competition kicks off on Monday. “Al Nassr captain Cristiano Ronaldo was not feeling well today and was diagnosed with a viral infection,” said...
Osimhen Sets Record On Super Lig debut
Victor Osimhen has set an impressive record in the Turkish Super Lig match with seven shots on goal against Rizespor on Saturday. Smarting from the disappointment of failed summer window’s deadline day’s moves to Chelsea and Ah Ahly, the 25-year-old proved to be one with much guts, making a bold statement on his maiden outing with The Yellow-Reds by providing...
Junior D’Tigers Finish Seventh In The U-18 Afrobasketball
Nigeria's D'Tigers have been ranked seventh in the quarterfinals of the recently concluded 2024 U18 Afrobasketball Championship in Pretoria. The Nigerian side crashed out in the quarterfinal after suffering a defeat against Egypt. The organizer of the Championship released the ranking on Sunday morning and the former champions was ranked below top 5. Ranking: 1. Mali 2. Cameroon 3. Senegal 4....
Super Falcons Midfielder, Ngozi Okobi Welcomes First Child
Super Falcons midfielder, Ngozi Okobi has announced the birth of her first child, ABN TV reports. Okobi took to her X account to announce the good news on Tuesday. She praised God for making her a mother. “Congratulations to me #godbepraised #iamamother #newmom I am in my new season #NSPPD,” Okobi tweeted. Okobi has been combining family duties with football. Recently, the 30-year-old took a...
“We’ll Score A Lot Of Goals Together” – Mauro Icardi Messages Osimhen
Argentine striker Mauro Icardi says he’s looking forward to partnering Super Eagles ace Victor Osimhen in the Galatasaray attack. Recuperating Icardi, who is expected back in Istanbul after spending weeks in Argentina for treatment, sent a message to Osimhen and the club of his desire to play in the Istanbul Derby against Fenerbahçe on Saturday, September 22. Icardi told Ersin Düzen...
NYG: Kwairanga Receives Gold Medals, Gov. Yahaya Hails
Gombe State Governor, Muhammadu Yahaya, praises Munya Kwairanga for winning three gold medals in gymnastics at the ongoing 8th NYG. 13 year old, Munyal, representing Gombe State at the National Youth Games competition, displayed exceptional skill in the floor exercise and balance beam, as well as securing the overall all-around best title. Yahaya, in a press statement signed on Tuesday by...
“Only Consequential Presidents Get Shot At” – Trump Boasts
Donald Trump resumed campaigning Tuesday after a second apparent attempt on his life, boasting that “only consequential presidents get shot at.” Trump spoke at a town hall meeting before fervent supporters in Flint, a beleaguered industrial city that was once a jewel of the US automotive industry in swing state Michigan, before factories closed due to foreign competition. Trump drew a...
Batshuayi Welcomes Osimhen To The Club
Galatasaray forward Michy Batshuayi is delighted to have Victor Osimhen at the club, according to a Daily Post report. The Belgium international also stated that there is no rivalry between him, Osimhen, and Mauro Icardi. Osimhen arrived with the Istanbul giants this summer to add more potency to the Turkish Super Lig champions attack. READ ALSO: Osimhen Turkish Super Liga Debut Saturday Galatasaray...
Lookman Faces Off Gunners’ In UCL Debut
The Atalanta forward Ademola Lookman is prepared for Thursday's matchup with Arsenal in the UEFA Champions League debut. The Nigeria forward, who has been in top form for La Dea, is set to face off against the Gunners at Gewiss Stadium, Bergamo, in what promises to be a thrilling encounter between two high-flying teams. Lookman, who scored the winning goal in...
