Gov. Douye Diri of Bayelsa will on Thursday perform the kick-off of the Bayelsa Governor’s Football Tournament, christened the ‘Prosperity Cup’, the organisers have said. The tournament’s Media Director, Ebi Avi, disclosed this in a statement to newsmen in Yenagoa on Wednesday. Avi said that during the kick-off ceremony, two Bayelsa selected sides would be…
Dutch midfielder Noa Lang scored a brace as Galatasaray thumped Juventus 5-2 in a pulsating contest in Istanbul on Tuesday in the first leg of a Champions League playoff. In a nerve-shredding atmosphere, Luciano Spalletti’s Juventus actually led 2-1 at half-time after Teun Koopmeiners replied to Brazilian midfielder Gabriel Sara’s opener with a brace…
Carlos Alcaraz made a triumphant return to action following his Australian Open success as he beat Arthur Rinderknech 6-4, 7-6 (7/5) in the first round in Doha on Tuesday. Alcaraz, who became the youngest man to complete a career Grand Slam with his victory in Melbourne, saw off the 30th-ranked Rinderknech in two closely…
Gov Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta, on Monday, formally received the Torch of Unity for the 2nd Niger Delta Games, billed to take place in Benin. Oborevwori, represented by his deputy, Sir Monday Onyeme, received the torch at the Government House, Asaba. He reaffirmed the State Government’s commitment to youth empowerment and regional integration through sports. “This torch…
Mikel Arteta fears Arsenal’s growing injury list could damage their bid to win the quadruple. Arteta’s side booked their place in the FA Cup fifth round with a 4-0 win against Wigan at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday. But the Gunners’ ruthless dismissal of the League One strugglers was marred by injuries to Riccardo Calafiori…
The National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Senator David Mark, has congratulated the Super Eagles on what he described as a well-deserved victory at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). Mark said the achievement remained a proud moment for Nigeria and Nigerians, noting that the team’s success had once again showcased the…
The President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has praised the Super Eagles for their third-place finish at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) tournament held in Morocco. In a statement released on Sunday by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr Eseme Eyiboh, Akpabio applauded the national team for securing the bronze medal…
Nigeria coach Eric Chelle says the Super Eagles remain focused and confident despite a demanding travel schedule ahead of Wednesday’s AFCON semi-final clash with hosts Morocco. The Super Eagles, three-time African champions, have endured repeated journeys across Morocco during the knockout stages, unlike the Atlas Lions, who have played all their matches in Rabat. Nigeria…
Head Coach Eric Chelle has announced a 55-man provisional squad for the 35th Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, with Captain William Ekong, Victor Osimhen, Wilfred Ndidi, and Stanley Nwabali among the key players. The squad also includes Maduka Okoye, Zaidu Sanusi, Calvin Bassey, Semi Ajayi, Frank Onyeka, Alex Iwobi, and Raphael Onyedika. Among the…
The Nigerian Super Falcons have cemented their place as the dominant force in African women’s football after being officially crowned the CAF National Team of the Year for 2025 at a glittering awards ceremony celebrating excellence across the continent. The award serves as a crowning moment for a team whose resilience, flair and fighting spirit…
