Author: Tumininu Yussuf
Nigerian international, Rinsola Babajide has officially joined AS Roma Women, signing a three-year deal with the Italian giants after a standout season in Spain with Costa Adeje Tenerife. The club confirmed the signing in an official statement posted on Sunday: “AS Roma is pleased to announce the signing of Omorinsola Omowunmi Ajike Babajide, known as Rinsola Babajide.” “The player has signed a contract that will keep her at the club until June 30, 2027.” The 27-year-old forward becomes the latest addition to the Serie A Femminile club side as they continue to strengthen ahead of the 2025-2026 season, especially with…
Zambia Women’s National Team captain and star forward, Racheal Kundananji has declared that her team is fully focused and battle-ready ahead of their 2024 WAFCON quarter-final clash against the Super Falcons of Nigeria. Speaking after securing qualification to the knockout stage, Kundananji explained that progressing from the group was a non-negotiable objective, even though the team fell short of finishing in first place. “This means a lot, you know, when we came out we said three points or nothing because we are not dropping any points.” “As a team we are so glad that we’re in the next round, we’re…
Super Falcons central defender, Tosin Demehin has confidently declared that Nigeria remains the team to beat at the ongoing 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), ahead of their quarter-final clash against Zambia. In an exclusive chat with Brila.net, Demehin pointed to Nigeria’s perfect group stage record (three wins, three clean sheets, and zero goals conceded) as evidence of their dominance and superiority in the tournament. “To me, Zambia is not a tough team, to me, because tough team is Nigeria, because we didn’t concede any goal. We played three matches with three clean sheets.” “Zambia played three matches and…
Super Falcons defender, Ashley Plumptre is confident Nigeria will rise to the challenge as they prepare to face Zambia in the quarterfinals of the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). In an exclusive interview with Brila.net, the Leicester City-born defender acknowledged the team’s modest goal return so far in the tournament, but expressed faith in the squad’s defense, creative build-up, and team depth. “We are creating chances and not conceding goals” – Ashleigh Plumptre “Yeah, I think, sure we haven’t scored as many goals as certain other teams, but I think we are creating chances and I think understanding…
Nigerian table tennis legend, Aruna Quadri has raised serious concerns over the current financial state of the sport in the country and globally, stating that the monetary incentives available today pale in comparison to the past. In an interview, Quadri did not mince words as he spoke on the growing costs for athletes and the limited earnings from competitions, revealing how it has become increasingly difficult for players to sustain their careers especially without support from national sporting authorities. “Seriously, with the way things are going, I really don’t have the belief that it will get better and better.” The 2014…
Zambia women’s national team head coach, Nora Hauptle has declared her team is ready ahead of the quarter-final match against nine-time champions Nigeria at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). Following a strong group-stage campaign, Zambia finished top of Group B and will now face Group C runners-up Nigeria, who stumbled in their final group match against Algeria. “We are in a comfortable position”- Zambia Coach Speaking ahead of the encounter, Coach Hauptle said she’s aware of the quality of the opposition but believes her side is in a strong and comfortable position with adequate time for recovery,…
Cole Palmer says he took “great satisfaction” in proving critics wrong after inspiring Chelsea to a 3-0 victory over Paris Saint-Germain in Sunday’s FIFA Club World Cup final, where he scored twice and provided an assist to cap a sensational performance. On a scorching evening with temperatures above 85°F (29.4°C) at the MetLife Stadium, Palmer thrived under pressure yet again, earning the Golden Ball award for best player of the tournament. This came just weeks after being named man of the match in Chelsea’s UEFA Conference League final win over Real Betis. “Even better because everyone doubted us” – Cole…
Nigerian basketball star and D’Tigress regular, Murjanatu Musa has been waived by WNBA franchise Phoenix Mercury, to accommodate veteran DeWanna Bonner ahead of the July 13 contract deadline. The centre basketball player joined the Mercury earlier this year from French Ligue Féminine side Tarbes Gespe Bigorre, marking her first foray into the WNBA. Despite being a promising addition, her debut season was cut short due to roster constraints and injury setbacks. Squad Reshuffle Forces Musa’ Exit With the Mercury reaching the WNBA’s 12-player roster limit, the franchise had to make space for Bonner, a five-time All-Star and former WNBA champion…
Super Falcons interim head coach, Justin Madugu has issued a heartfelt apology to Nigerians after his team played out a disappointing 0-0 draw against Algeria in their final group match of the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), assuring fans that the team is working hard to improve and will bounce back stronger in the knockout stage. Nigeria started the tournament with back-to-back wins over Tunisia and Botswana. However, failed to seal a perfect group stage campaign after being held by a determined Algerian side in Casablanca. The result meant the Falcons finished Group B with 7 points but missed out…
World No. 1, Jannik Sinner completed his Grand Slam redemption arc on Sunday, defeating reigning champion Carlos Alcaraz 4-6, 6-4, 6-4, 6-4 to claim his first Wimbledon title and fourth major overall. Sinner’s win comes just 35 days after a heart-breaking five-set defeat to Alcaraz in the French Open final, where he squandered a two-set lead and three championship points but this time, the Italian stood tall. “It is so special,” Sinner said on court after the victory. “I’m living my dream.” The 23-year-old’s masterclass ended Alcaraz’s 24-match winning streak and denied the 22-year-old Spaniard the chance to become only…
