Nigeria’s Super Eagles captain, Ahmed Musa, has been conferred with the prestigious Officer of the Order of the Niger (OON) title by President Tinubu. In a Twitter (X) post, Musa expressed his profound gratitude and honour for this recognition, attributing it to the unwavering support of his family, fans, supporters, and teammates. He specifically thanked…
Ahmed Musa, the captain of the Nigeria national team, has stepped forward in defence of his teammate, Alex Iwobi, urging fans to halt cyberbullying directed at the midfielder following Nigeria’s loss to Cote D’Ivoire in the final of the African Cup of Nations. In a heartfelt plea posted on his X (formerly Twitter) handle, Musa…
In a surprising turn of events, former Manchester United midfielder Jesse Lingard has officially joined FC Seoul, marking a significant move in his career. Lingard, who had been without a club since the end of last season, opted for the South Korean side after Nottingham Forest chose not to extend his contract. The 31-year-old England…
In a thrilling encounter at the Stade de la Paix, the Super Eagles of Nigeria secured their spot in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations final after a dramatic penalty shoot-out victory over South Africa. As the dust settles on this intense semi-final clash, let’s delve into five key takeaways from the fixture. 1. Nwabali’s…
Giannis Antetokounmpo, affectionately known as the “Greek Freak,” has soared to the summit of professional basketball, captivating audiences worldwide with his unparalleled athleticism and skill. However, beyond his on-court exploits, Giannis’s journey is a testament to the transformative power of faith, determination, and cultural synthesis. Born on December 6, 1994, in Athens, Greece, to Nigerian…
Jose Mourinho, former manager of Manchester United, has paid tribute to Marouane Fellaini following the Belgian midfielder’s retirement from professional football at the age of 36. Fellaini, who spent several seasons under Mourinho’s guidance at Old Trafford, announced his decision to retire after a successful career spanning clubs like Standard Liege, Everton, and Chinese side…
In a move that has left the boxing community reeling, 26-year-old superstar Shakur Stevenson announced his retirement from the sport on Tuesday night. The New Jersey native, who had competed in three different weight classes including lightweight, featherweight, and super-featherweight, cited his dissatisfaction with boxing, referring to it as “weak.” Stevenson, who remained undefeated throughout…
In a thrilling match at the 2023 African Cup of Nations, Nigeria emerged victorious against Cameroon with a 2-0 win, securing their spot in the quarter-finals. The game saw intense action with Semi Ajayi’s goal initially celebrated but later disallowed after a VAR review deemed it offside. However, Ademola Lookman stole the spotlight, scoring twice…
Guinea-BissauWith their sights set on clinching Group A, Nigeria faces Guinea-Bissau, determined for their first AFCON victory. The stakes are high for both teams as they approach the final phase of the group stage, with Nigeria eyeing not only a group triumph but also the overall championship in Cote d’Ivoire. Coach Baciro Candé of Guinea-Bissau…
In a recent revelation, Manchester City defender Kyle Walker has been officially confirmed as the father of Lauryn Goodman’s five-month-old daughter, born in August. The confirmation comes amidst a backdrop of marital turmoil as Walker finds himself separated from his wife, Annie Kilner, with whom he shares three children – Riaan, Roman, and Reign. Rumors…