Nigerian Workers In Libya Risk Deportation, Arrest, Following CAF Verdict
Tensions in Libyan media have increased in the wake of a recent decision by the CAF Disciplinary Board against the Libya Football Federation. The CAF Disciplinary Board penalized the LFF with a $50,000 fine and awarded a 3-0 forfeit victory to Nigeria. This decision stemmed from an incident in which the Nigerian team, the Super Eagles, faced prolonged detainment at...
Howe Praises Players’ Concentration As Newcastle Turn Around Premier League Fortunes
Eddie Howe, Newcastle manager, commended his team's performance after they took an early lead on Saturday and defeated Arsenal 1-0 at home. It was the first win in six Premier League matches for ninth-placed Newcastle, who knocked out Chelsea to reach the League Cup's quarterfinals on Wednesday after losing to the same opponents last weekend. "You have to have a really strong mentality and know...
Libya Begins Mass Arrest Of Nigerians After CAF Verdict
Nigerians have reported widespread arrests and fines in response to CAF's ruling regarding the Super Eagles' recent cruel treatment in Libya. The Nigerian football team was held at the Al-Abraq Airport in eastern Libya for over 20 hours upon arrival for the second leg of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier between the Super Eagles and Libya’s national team. The...
South Korea Vow To Protect Son Heung-Min Following Recent Injury
Son was named in South Korea's team on Monday for the month's World Cup qualifiers, and coach Hong Myung-bo promised to "protect his health." The Spurs and South Korea skipper missed recent weeks with a hamstring problem and on his return was subbed off in Tottenham's 4-1 win over Aston Villa on Sunday. Spurs boss Ange Postecoglou said the decision to...
Neymar Suspects Latest Injury Nothing More Serious Than Cramp
Neymar had to leave Monday's Asian Champions League Elite game because of an injury, but the Al-Hilal forward claimed it was just a bad cramp. The Brazilian, who limped off 30 minutes after coming on as a second-half substitute in Al-Hilal's 3-0 win over Esteghlal, said doctors had warned him about the potential for muscle issues following his return from...
Madrid Eyes Lookman As Vinicius’ Replacement
Champions League winners have found a potential replacement for Vinicius Junior, and Real Madrid has joined for the in-form Ademola Lookman. Lookman has been in scintillating form since joining Atalanta from RB Leipzig in 2022 for €9.35m plus bonuses, amassing 39 goals and providing 23 assists in 90 competitive appearances for the Italian side, and has been linked with a...
At NANS Inter-Campus Unity Cup Kick-off In Aba, Mayor Lucky Igbokwe Tasks Students On Skills (Photos)
The NANS JCC Inter-Campus Unity Cup kicked off amidst excitement on Tuesday at Abia State Polytechnic Field in Aba, where businessman, politician and philanthropist, Mayor Lucky Igbokwe, Founder of the Don Lulu Foundation, led the opening ceremony with a ceremonial kickoff. Advising the students, Mayor Igbokwe shared advice on navigating today’s economic challenges, urging them to embrace practical skills to...
Nigeria Defeat Cameroon To Reach IHF Final
Nigeria defeats Cameroon 44-33 in a hard-fought match on Tuesday, advancing them to the final of the IHF Trophy Africa men's continental phase. The defending champions, led by coach Emeka Nnamani, fought hard against a defensively-minded Cameroonian side from the first blast of the whistle, scoring more from the wings and fast breaks to win the first half 22-15 despite...
Nigeria’s Ekhator Competes Balotelli For Genoa Spot .
Nigeria's Jeff Ekhator competes with Mario Balotelli for a starting spot in Genoa’s attacking line following the latter’s arrival at the club last week. The 17-year-old has been having a splendid run with the side since the start of this season, starting two of his nine appearances with a goal in the kitty. He has been basking in European prominence, with...
Benjamin Mendy Wins Legal Battle Against Man City Over Unpaid Wages
Former Manchester City player Benjamin Mendy has won his lawsuit against the club to recover a significant amount of his unpaid salary. A report by the Daily Mail on Wednesday noted that Mendy, who was eventually acquitted, successfully argued for “unauthorised deductions” from his wages in an employment tribunal. The case centred on City’s decision to halt Mendy’s £500,000-a-month salary in...
