Category archives: sport

Galatasaray striker Michy Batshuayi has addressed concerns about potential rivalry following the arrival of Nigerian forward Victor Osimhen at the club. Despite speculations about competition among the attacking trio of Batshuayi, Osimhen, and Mauro Icardi, who is currently dealing with fitness issues, Batshuayi has emphasized the unity and collective focus within the team. In a […]

The football world is mourning the loss of Italian football icon, Salvatore Schillaci, affectionately known as ‘Toto,’ who passed away at the age of 59 after a battle with colon cancer. Schillaci, the top scorer of the 1990 FIFA World Cup, died on September 18, 2024, as confirmed by the Italian Football Federation (FIGC). Diagnosed […]

Bayern Munich manager Vincent Kompany has addressed critics who doubted his ability to handle the German giants, following his appointment after Burnley’s relegation from the Premier League. Many believed the job was too big for him, given his struggle to keep Burnley in the top flight. Kompany, who began his coaching career at Anderlecht and […]

Former Manchester United midfielder Owen Hargreaves has shared his views on why he believes Arsenal may struggle to win the UEFA Champions League this season. Hargreaves identified two main factors contributing to his skepticism: Hargreaves acknowledged that Arsenal has potential and could achieve success in other competitions, but he emphasized that the intensity of the […]

Bayer Leverkusen’s coach, Xabi Alonso, has voiced high expectations for Victor Boniface following his standout display in the team’s 4-1 win over Hoffenheim last Saturday. While Alonso praised Boniface for his two goals and an assist, he stressed the need for the young striker to enhance his defensive contributions when the team is not in […]

As the 2024-2025 UEFA Champions League kicks off, seven Nigerian players are set to showcase their talents in Europe’s premier football competition. This season marks a new format for the tournament, with 36 teams competing in a league phase. Let’s take a closer look at the Nigerian stars expected to shine in this prestigious event. […]

Last weekend, Nigerian footballers continued to make their mark in leagues across Europe. Here’s a roundup of their standout performances: Sunday, September 15: Saturday, September 14: Notable Performances:

Rangers’ technical adviser, Fidelis Ilechukwu, has expressed optimism about his team’s chances in the second leg of their CAF Champions League second preliminary round tie against Sagrada Esperanca in Angola. The Nigerian side secured a 1-0 victory in the first leg, played in Uyo on Friday, September 13. After the match, Ilechukwu acknowledged the strengths […]

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has shared why he steers clear of social media platforms, stating his preference for keeping his phone limited to basic calls and messages. In a recent interview with Sky Sports, Guardiola said, “I don’t have WhatsApp, I don’t like emails, and I avoid all that kind of stuff. Just my […]

Manchester City manager, Pep Guardiola, has expressed his anticipation for the upcoming Financial Fair Play (FFP) hearing, set to begin on Monday. Speaking ahead of their match against Brentford, Guardiola noted that the issue has not been a topic of discussion in the dressing room, emphasizing his desire for the hearing to conclude swiftly. The […]