Casemiro’s wife Defends Husband Amid Criticism from Manchester Loss
Anna Mariana Casemiro, wife of Brazilian footballer Carlos Casemiro, took to Instagram to showcase her husband’s impressive trophy cabinet, including five replicas of the Champions League trophy, following criticism from Manchester United fans. The backlash came after Casemiro’s performance in Manchester United’s match against Liverpool, where he was blamed for losing possession that led to […]
Read MoreGerman, Bruno Labbadia, becomes 37th Head Coach of the Nigerian Super Eagles
The Nigeria Football Federation has announced that it has reached an agreement with German tactician, Bruno Labbadia, to become the Head Coach of Nigeria’s Senior Men National Team, Super Eagles with immediate effect.
Read MoreMadueke Hails Cole Palmer After Hat-Trick in Chelsea’s 6-2 Victory Over Wolves
Chelsea’s Noni Madueke celebrated his hat-trick in a commanding 6-2 win over Wolverhampton Wanderers on Sunday, giving special praise to teammate Cole Palmer, who provided the assists for all three of his goals. Palmer, known for his “Cold” celebration, was instrumental in Chelsea’s dominant Premier League performance at Stamford Bridge. Madueke, who caused a stir […]
Read MoreVictor Osimhen Rejects €70 Million Move to Al Ahli, Insists on Release Clause
Super Eagles and Napoli forward Victor Osimhen has reportedly turned down a move to Saudi Arabian club Al Ahli, despite an offer of €70 million. The 25-year-old Nigerian striker, who signed a new contract in December 2023 with a release clause set at €130 million, has made it clear that any potential deal must include this clause.
Read MoreGrammy Award Winner, Burna Boy Opens Football Academy for Young Players Across Nigeria
Nigerian singer and Grammy Award winner Damini Ogulu, popularly known as Burna Boy, has officially launched a football academy with training centres in Lagos, Abuja, and Port Harcourt. Infographics about the academy surfaced online on Monday, revealing that the academy is open to young players aged 4–15 and those between 16 and 21 years old. […]
Read MoreFrench Team Edges Argentina 1-0, Post-Match Brawl Erupts
The French team secured a 1-0 victory over the two-time gold medalists, thanks to a goal from Jean-Philippe Mateta, but the game’s conclusion saw tensions reach a boiling point. After the final whistle, players and staff from both teams clashed on the pitch. The French coaching staff and players rushed onto the field to celebrate […]
Read MoreD’Tigress Stumble: Nigeria Falls to France 75-54 in Olympic Showdown
D’Tigress Stumble: Nigeria Falls to France 75-54 in Olympic Showdown Nigeria’s senior women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, suffered their first defeat at the Paris 2024 Olympics, slumping to 75-54 defeat to France in their second Group C game in Paris on Thursday. It wasn’t nearly as pretty as the opening 75-54 blowout of Australia, but Ezinne […]
Read MoreOlympic Football Rules: Why Everyone Can’t Play the Olympics
The rules determining who can play football at the Olympics are intricate and a result of a long-standing negotiation between the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and FIFA, the governing body for football. The evolution of these rules reflects the broader struggle between maintaining the Olympic ideal of amateurism and recognizing the professional nature of modern […]
Read MorePARIS 2024: IMANE KHELIF WINS BOUT AFTER OPPONENT QUITS; THE DISQUALIFICATION CONTROVERSY
Imane Khelif is one of two athletes who have been cleared to compete in the women’s boxing in Paris, having been disqualified from last year’s Women’s World Championships for failing to meet eligibility criteria.
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