FIFA WWC: Edwin Okon warns Falcons of South Korea threat, Dennerby names WAFU Cup squad
Former Super Falcons coach Edwin Okon has warned the Falcons to be cautious of the speed and tempo of their 2019 World Cup opponents, South Korea. The Rivers Angels coach believes that with proper preparation, the nine-time African champions should scale the group stage. “It’s a difficult group anyway, but at that level, I think if we prepare well, it is...
Nigeria is the new bride in Badminton
Following the success of hosting and winning the All Africa Senior Badminton Championship for the first time in 19 years, President of the Badminton Federation of Nigeria (BFN) Barrister Francis Orbih has stated that Nigeria will aim to replicate such achievement in the Badminton event of the African Games (formerly, All Africa Games) in Morocco later this year. Orbih, while...
Lobi Stars agenda is to be in the Super Six – Ogbeide
Lobi Stars gaffer, Solomon Ogbeide says his target this season is to make the cut for the Super Six. Ogbeide made the confession after his side held Kwara United to a goalless draw in Ilorin despite playing with a man less. ”We are playing two straight home matches and first on our agenda is to be in the super six and...
U20 World Cup: Flying Eagles to focus on goal scoring as they intensify preparation
Flying Eagles coach, Paul Aigbogun says his team will work on converting chances into goals as they prepare for friendly matches against Hoffenheim, Leipzig and Red Bull Salzburg ahead of their opening match against Qatar in the 2019 FIFA U-20 World Cup. This is coming after the Flying Eagles suffered a 2-1 loss to Saudi Arabia in a friendly in...
Ejidike elected Chairman, Board of Trustees Kwara Igbo Traders Association
The entire members of Kwara State Igbo Traders Association have overwhelmingly elected the Nigeria Pillar of Sports, Chief Donatus Agu Ejidke, J. P as the Chairman, Board of Trustees. The election which reflected the popularity of the philanthropist was greeted with jubilation and enthusiasm. The Igbos in Kwara State believe that with the caliber of Chief Donatus Agu Ejidke, the association...
Remo Ultra Race gets Dec. 7 date, unveils Value Jet as major sponsor
The organisers of the first 50km Remo Ultra Race at the weekend unveiled Value Jet Airlines, a new airline owned by Honourable Kunle Soname, a true some of Remoland, in Ogun state, as the major sponsor of the race, sports247.ng can report. According to the Managing Director of the race's marketing outfit, Nilayo Sports Management, Honourable Bukola Olopade ; "Value...
SHOOTING STARS WILL TAKE OSUN UNITED TO THE CLEANERS IN OSOGBO
After seeing off Bayelsa United 3-1 on Sunday, assistant handler of Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) of Ibadan Yinka Popoola said his side will storm Osogbo with the aim of winning the maximum points, sports247.ng can report. The Oluyole Warriors followed up their 1-2 away win over Giant Brilllars on match day two with the win over Bayelsa United, thus...
Rohr could drop Balogun, Uzoho from Eagles AFCON squad
Super Eagles Coach Gernot Rohr could be forced to drop regulars Leon Balogun and No 1 Goalkeeper Francis from his Super Eagles AFCON squad due to lack of game time at their club sides. The Brighton centre-back has been inactive for three months and his fitness level should be a major concern for Rohr and his backroom staff. Due to his...
Remo Stars Boss Kennedy Boboye nowhere to be found
Remo Stars’ head coach, Kennedy Boboye may have abandoned the club following reports that he has not handled the team’s training session in the past week. It is gathered that Boboye was not even on the technical bench when Remo Stars travelled to Katsina to play Katsina United in a Match day 17 game on Sunday. A source revealed that the...
Galatasaray plan to stay atop – Onyekuru
Super Eagles forward, Henry Onyekuru continued to remind his parent Club Everton of his huge potentials as he netted his 15th goal of the season to propel Galatasaray to a 2-0 win over rivals Besiktas. Undefeated in their last 17 league games, the hosts were hoping to avenge a December 1-0 loss to their perennial rivals. The 21-year-old was on for...
