NPFL: Salaudeen Hopeful Kwara UTD Will Beat Gombe United Away From Home
Kwara United defensive maestro, Taiwo Salaudeen has stated with high hopes that Kwara United will get the maximum points against Gombe United come Sunday's clash in the NPFL. It was gathered that the Ilorin outfit arrived Gombe via a two day road journey on Friday night and a training session will hold Saturday evening ahead of their NPFL match-day...
World Shito-Ryu Karate Federation Workshop Showcases Nigeria’s Perfect Karate
The Shito-Ryu Karate Association of Nigeria has brought the world to the athletes and coaches of the combat sports. The association organised a seminar and Championship which brought the participants up to date with the latest techniques of the sports. The seminar was handled by the president, world Shito-Ryu Karate Federation, Africa, Hanshi Patrice Bai and participants were...
Nigerian Trio Wins Scottish Cup Just Days After Europa League Final Disappointment
The Nigerian trio of Joe Aribo, Leon Balogun and Calvin Bassey have won the Scottish Cup with Rangers following 2-0 win over Heart of Midlothian in the final. In a game where Rangers dominated, Aribo came close to breaking the deadlock in second half stoppage-time but Hearts goalkeeper Craig Gordon pulled off a remarkable save to deny the makeshift striker. Substitutes...
“I Don’t Care About Noney, I Just Want To Stay,” Nigerian Attacker Anthony Nwakaeme Tells Trabzonspor.
Nigerian forward Anthony Nwakaeme has declared his desire to remain at Trabzonspor, despite reports linking him with a summer transfer away from the Turkish Super Lig champions. Nwakaeme's contract with Trabzonspor runs out on June 30th which will make him a free agent by then. However, the 33-year-old has stated he wants to remain at the club beyond this summer....
Nigeria Is An Appropriate Venue Says Orlando Pirates’ Coach
Orlando Pirates' head coach Mandla Ncikazi has described Nigeria as a beautiful place after seeing his side tackle RSB Berkane at the Godswill Akpabio stadium Uyo yesterday. Pirates lost the game on penalties 5-4 after both teams played a goalless draw in regulation time and a dramatic 1-1 at extra time. Asked by reporters in the post match presser what he...
“We’re Going All Out For Victory,” Rivers Angels Deborah Abiodun Promises Victory in Final Super Six Game
Coming from behind, defending champions of the Nigeria Women’s Football League, Rivers Angels, picked up a win over Nasarawa Amazons to take them up to second place on the table. Mercy Idoko gave the Amazons the lead in the 39th minute before being cancelled out by Maryann Ezeanagu and Deborah Kehinde’s goal for the Angels. “It was a good win but...
Adeyinka Lauds NFF Over National Team Call-Up
Akwa United’s goalkeeper, Adewale Adeyinka has reacted to his inclusion in the provisional list of thirty players invited for Super Eagles’ upcoming friendlies in the United States. Adeyinka has been impressive for the reigning champions in the ongoing season of the Nigeria Professional Football League with 10 clean sheets in 22 appearances. Giving his opinion on the call up, Adeyinka...
“We Have Hope And Confidence To Go,” Nasarawa Amazon’s Joy Duru Says On Final Super Six Fixture
Nasarawa Amazons defeated Naija Ratels 2-0 in their rescheduled fixture in the Nigeria Women’s Football League Super Six holding in Benin City, Edo State Amarachi Okoronkwo was the hero at the double as she first put the Amazons ahead in the 30th minute before adding a second 11 minutes later to hand the Amazons a 2-0 lead into the break. “We’re...
Eletu Striker Scores Brace, Dedicates Goals To Family
Prince Kazeem Eletu Striker, Divine Victor has dedicated the two goals he scored against Pat Football Club of Ajah to his family and teammates in a friendly match played early Friday at the Eagle Club football pitch, Surulere, Lagos. Eletu Boys came from behind to beat their opponents 4-1 in a tough friendly match watched by football fans but Victor’s...
Organisers Begin Preparation For Taribo West Cup
Relief Global Football Academy& General Agency in conjunction with Tamuno Inaemi National Football Club have concluded plans to organize first edition of Pastor Tarbo West U-12 and 16 boys’ trial tournament in Lagos and Ogun s State. The match coordinator, Moshood Babarinsa disclosed this to our correspondent in Lagos. He said the trial competition has received the blessing of former Super...
