Super Eagles coach Jose Peseiro expressed confidence that his team will secure a spot in the semi-finals of the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Cote d’Ivoire if they deliver an improved performance against Angola in the quarterfinal stage. Peseiro shared this optimism in a post on his X account on Sunday, following Nigeria’s AFCON Round of 16 victory against Cameroon on Saturday, where his team secured a 2-0 win with Ademola Lookman’s brace. Peseiro tweeted, “Yesterday against Cameroon, we got an excellent win in yet another game without conceding a goal and where our boys were huge. Great…
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Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen asserts that the team has yet to showcase their peak performance at the ongoing 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. Having secured three wins and a draw in their four matches in Cote d’Ivoire, including notable victories against hosts Cote d’Ivoire and Cameroon, Osimhen acknowledges the team’s steady progress but believes there is more to come. “I cannot lie, we haven’t played the best of our football yet. I think the whole team has this mentality of winning, we want to win,” Osimhen expressed to reporters. Emphasizing the team’s unity and determination, he added, “For me,…
The Spanish La Liga club, Cádiz, has conveyed a message wishing a swift recovery to Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali ahead of Nigeria’s 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) round of 16 clash with Angola on Friday. Cádiz also praised Nwabali for his outstanding performances at the AFCON, labeling the Chippa United star as the ‘GOAT’ (Greatest of All Time). It is worth noting that Super Eagles manager Jose Peseiro chose Nwabali as his first-choice goalkeeper at the beginning of the tournament. Unfortunately, Nwabali sustained an injury during Nigeria’s AFCON round of 16 victory against Cameroon. The 27-year-old goalkeeper was…
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has dismissed rumors suggesting he plans to leave the Premier League side and join Barcelona at the end of the current season. Contrary to speculation in Spain on Sunday, Sky Sports reports that Arteta has no intention of departing Arsenal. Earlier stories had circulated, claiming that the Spanish coach had informed his staff about his departure from the Emirates. Arteta is now being linked to the Barcelona managerial position, which will become vacant ahead of the 2024/2025 campaign. The speculation gained momentum after Barcelona’s current head coach, Xavi, announced on Saturday that he would step down…
A surge in demand for Nigeria’s matchday tickets has become evident during the ongoing 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. With a crowd of 22,000 witnessing the Super Eagles’ 2-0 triumph over the Indomitable Lions of Cameroon last Saturday, a significant number of fans missed out on securing tickets for the historic clash. As anticipation grows, fans are now actively seeking tickets for the Super Eagles’ upcoming quarter-final clash against the Black Antelopes of Angola. The match is scheduled to take place at the Felix Houphouet Boigny Stadium in Abidjan this Friday. Notably, there is a substantial presence of Nigerians in…
Barcelona’s nightmarish run of form persisted on Saturday with a tumultuous 5-3 defeat at home against Villarreal. Villarreal’s Gerard Moreno and Ilias Akhomach surged ahead 2-0, with Moreno having an early goal controversially disallowed. However, Barcelona, under Xavi’s management, mounted a spirited comeback, scoring three goals in 11 minutes. Ilkay Gundogan, Pedri, and an Eric Bailly own goal turned the tide in Barcelona’s favor. Nevertheless, Villarreal’s Goncalo Guedes scored late against the flow of the game, setting the stage for a captivating finale. Villarreal ultimately had the last word as Alexander Sorloth netted twice in stoppage time, securing a memorable…
Chelsea is prepared to allow Romelu Lukaku to depart in the summer, setting an asking price that would result in a record loss for the player. Currently on loan at Roma, Lukaku has impressed with 15 goals in 26 matches. However, despite his productive loan spell, Chelsea has been compelled to reduce the asking price for the 30-year-old, having struggled to offload him last summer. Under contract with Chelsea until 2026, Lukaku is deemed surplus to requirements, prompting the club to put him up for sale at a fee of €43 million, a significant reduction from the €113 million they…
EPL: Potential Departures from Liverpool as Klopp Announces Exit With Jurgen Klopp’s impending departure from his managerial role, at least three players are reportedly considering leaving Liverpool in the summer. According to talkSPORT, Mohamed Salah, Virgil Van Dijk, and Trent Alexander-Arnold are among those who might exit Anfield. All three players have approximately a year and a half remaining on their current contracts. Mohamed Salah’s future has been uncertain, particularly after he attracted interest from Saudi Arabia last summer. Despite the attempts to lure him away, the 31-year-old stayed with the Reds as the club declined to engage in any…
Super Eagles head coach, Jose Peseiro, has indicated that they will evaluate Stanley Nwabali’s condition ahead of their upcoming match against Angola. Following Nigeria’s qualification for the quarter-finals of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations with a 2-0 victory over Cameroon on Saturday, Nwabali was stretchered off in the closing moments of the game due to a collision with Georges-Kévin N’Koudou. Francis Uzoho, who was initially displaced by Nwabali in the national team, came on as his replacement. Peseiro addressed reporters after the match, stating, “We will assess the extent of Nwabali’s injury in the next 24 to 48 hours.…
Super Eagles head coach, Jose Peseiro, emphasized the importance of humility and concentration as he addressed the upcoming challenge against Angola. Peseiro’s squad has showcased their prowess by defeating formidable opponents like Cote d’Ivoire and Cameroon in the ongoing 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, securing a spot in the quarter-finals. Angola, demonstrating their strength with a convincing 3-0 win over Namibia, poses a considerable threat in the tournament. Peseiro cautioned his players to approach the match against the Palancas Negras with the utmost seriousness. Speaking to the media at the Felix Houphouet Boigny Stadium, the Portuguese coach stated, “We will…
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has bestowed upon Victor Osimhen the title of the Lion of Africa. The football governing body utilized the popular slogan ‘no gree for anybody’ to highlight how the 25-year-old played a pivotal role in securing Nigeria’s first goal during their 2-0 victory over Cameroon on Saturday night. In the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations Round of 16 clash, Nigeria emerged triumphant with a 2-0 win against Cameroon, courtesy of Ademola Lookman’s two goals in each half. Victor Osimhen showcased his prowess by breaking free and providing the assist to Lookman, whose modest finish found…
Reportedly, Crystal Palace standout Michael Olise has made a decision in favor of a transfer to Manchester United over Chelsea, as both Premier League giants compete for his signature. Olise, who has garnered attention with his impressive performances in the top division, has attracted interest from several top European clubs. Despite Palace’s efforts, there is growing skepticism about their ability to retain the 22-year-old. Sources from Football London suggest that Olise is inclined towards a move to Old Trafford rather than Stamford Bridge, with expectations of heightened interest in the France youth international during the upcoming summer transfer window. Chelsea…
Facing mounting pressure, FC Barcelona’s head coach, Xavi Hernandez, has declared his intention to depart the Catalan giants at the conclusion of the 2023/24 season. The tipping point came after Saturday night’s 5-3 defeat to Villarreal, further exacerbating Barcelona’s struggles and leaving them trailing La Liga leaders Real Madrid by 10 points. Xavi, who took charge in November 2021, succeeding Ronald Koeman, expressed his decision to step down in a statement, stating, “I have decided I will not continue beyond June 30. I took this decision days ago, I already knew but now it is time to make it public.”…
Real Madrid secured another late victory in La Liga on Saturday afternoon, overturning a deficit to defeat Las Palmas 2-1 in Gran Canaria. Without the presence of the suspended Jude Bellingham, Madrid found themselves trailing to a goal from their former academy player, Javi Munoz, in the 53rd minute. Vinicius Junior equalized shortly thereafter, but it wasn’t until the 84th minute, mere seconds after coming off the bench, that Aurelien Tchouameni powered in a match-winning header. This hard-fought victory returns Madrid to the top of the La Liga standings, holding a two-point lead over Girona. In the lead-up to the…
At the inaugural leg of the 2024 World Athletics Indoor Tour Gold in Astana, Kazakhstan, on Saturday, 26-year-old Tobi Amusan achieved another milestone in her illustrious track and field career by breaking Glory Alozie’s African indoor record of 7.82. The reigning world record holder in the 100m hurdles at 12.12 showcased her prowess in the semifinal heat, clocking an impressive time of 7.91 seconds. Amusan further improved in the final, winning the event with a time of 7.77 seconds, ahead of the 2019 World outdoor champion Nia Ali (7.89) and Irish athlete Sarah Lavin (7.91). This achievement has positioned Amusan…
Zinedine Zidane, the former coach of Real Madrid, has reportedly declined an offer to lead the Algeria national football team. Despite his Algerian heritage, Zidane has opted to explore other opportunities. This development comes in the aftermath of Algeria’s decision to part ways with coach Djamel Belmadi following their premature exit from AFCON 2023. The unexpected decision is noteworthy, given that Belmadi had recently extended his contract in January.
The 21-year-old Nigerian striker, Gift Orban, has encountered a rocky start to his career at Lyon, failing to meet the anticipated positive impact following his transfer from Belgian club KRC Genk for a reported fee of around €13 million. Initially heralded as the first Nigerian player to join Lyon, Orban was expected to inject dynamism into the team’s attacking lineup, especially given his impressive track record in Belgium, where he scored 20 goals in just six months. However, reports suggest that Orban’s introduction to Lyon has been marred by unrest, particularly within the dressing room. Sources indicate that his attitude…
Two nations have successfully advanced to the quarter-finals of the ongoing 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). Angola and Nigeria secured their places after Saturday’s Round of 16 fixtures, with Angola defeating Namibia 3-0 and Nigeria winning 2-0 against Cameroon. The Round of 16 matches will continue today with Equatorial Guinea facing Guinea, and Egypt taking on DR Congo. The 2023 AFCON is scheduled to conclude on February 11th.
Cameroon’s head coach, Rigobert Song, acknowledged that his youthful team will derive important lessons from their defeat to Nigeria in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. The Indomitable Lions were eliminated from the tournament after a resounding 2-0 loss to the Super Eagles, with Ademola Lookman scoring a brace at the Felix Houphouet Boigny Stadium in Abidjan. Facing a resilient Super Eagles, Song’s team struggled and failed to register a shot on target throughout the entire game. “We had the youngest team; there are players who are discovering. We gave the opponent the opportunity to put us in difficulty; it’s…
Former Ghanaian footballer, Asamoah Gyan, commends Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen for displaying ‘passion’ in Nigeria’s 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Round of 16 clash against Cameroon on Saturday night. Osimhen, in outstanding form, contributed to Nigeria’s 2-0 victory over Cameroon in the AFCON. The Napoli attacker provided an assist during the match, with two goals from Ademola Lookman securing the win for Jose Peseiro’s team against the Indomitable Lions. After the game, Gyan, whose country exited the AFCON in the group stage, expressed his thoughts on his X account, stating, “Osimhen plays with passion.” He emphasized that such…