Author: Tumininu Yussuf
Swedish club, Djurgården IF have confirmed the signing of 18-year-old Nigerian striker Goodness Osigwe, one of the standout prospects from the 2024 FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup in Colombia. Djurgården, with Goodness’ transfer, intent to blend youthful energy with international pedigree as they continue strengthening their squad for the Swedish league campaign. Goodness Osigwe on Her Playing Style Osigwe, who has already represented Nigeria at youth level, described herself as a forward who thrives on speed, skill, and confidence in attack. “I’m fast and technical and like to challenge with my dribbling. Then there have been a few goals too…
Nigeria’s Chioma Onyekwere has voiced her disappointment after failing to qualify for the women’s discus throw final at the 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo. Despite months of preparation and a strong season, the two-time African champion admitted her finishing let her down in the crucial moment. “For me it’s still full circle being back in Tokyo.” “I really wanted to go out there and do my best and put on a really good performance and make the finals and get an opportunity to try and compete for the podium,” 30-year-old said. “Good technical work, good form, good movement. Just…
Super Falcons forward, Esther Okoronkwo is enjoying a blistering run of form in the Canadian Women’s Super League in North America.
Paris Saint-Germain Féminines continued their strong start to the season with a 5-2 win over Nantes at the Parc des Princes on Saturday, as Super Falcons captain, Rasheedat Ajibade registered her first assist for the French giants.
Alexander Isak scored his first Liverpool goal since his record-breaking £125 million move with a sharp finish, but it was substitute Hugo Ekitike’s late winner and subsequent reckless red card that stole the headlines in Liverpool’s 2-1 Carabao Cup victory over Southampton at Anfield. Isak off the mark for Liverpool The Swedish striker, handed his first start since joining from Newcastle, struck after just 15 minutes. Southampton keeper Alex McCarthy’s poor pass was seized upon by Federico Chiesa, who fed Isak to curl a precise first-time effort into the far corner. The goal capped a lively first half for the…
Barcelona wonderkid, Lamine Yamal came second behind Ousmane Dembele in the 2025 Ballon d’or ranking, losing the award to the PSG forward. However, the result wasn’t favored by all. Fumed by Dembele’s win, Yamal’s father, Mounir Nasraou, has fiercely criticised the outcome of the 2025 Ballon d’Or, saying his son missing out on the award to Ousmane Dembélé was “the biggest moral damage done to a human being.” Speaking to El Chiringuito TV after Monday’s gala in Paris, Nasraou could not hide disbelief at the voting process, insisting Yamal is the best player in the world. “I think this is the…
Arsenal’s £48m forward, Noni Madueke is expected to be out for six to eight weeks after suffering a knee injury during Sunday’s 1-1 draw against Manchester City, a huge setback for Mikel Arteta’s already depleted attack. The 23-year-old England international was substituted at half-time of the Premier League clash at the Etihad, with Bukayo Saka replacing him on his return from a hamstring problem. Madueke underwent a scan on Monday, and according to report, while the injury is serious enough to rule him out for up to two months, it is not believed to be an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL)…
Paris was the stage for a glittering night of football on Monday night celebration as Ousmane Dembele claimed his first Ballon d’Or and Aitana Bonmatí made history with a record third consecutive women’s award at the 2025 ceremony. At 28, Dembele delivered on the promise that once made him one of the world’s most expensive players. The France international was central to Paris Saint-Germain’s treble-winning campaign, scoring 35 goals and providing 14 assists in 53 appearances as the club lifted the Ligue 1 title, French Cup, and their first-ever Champions League trophy. He was also joint top scorer in Ligue…
Melbourne City FC have confirmed the signing of Nigeria’s Chinaza Uchendu ahead of the 2025/26 A-League Women’s season, strengthening their attacking options with a proven international star. The 27-year-old forward arrives from French side Nantes, bringing top-flight experience from Europe and Asia. Uchendu has previously enjoyed spells in Portugal, Sweden, South Korea, Turkey, and Nigeria, with her career highlight including a title-winning stint at Galatasaray. Her versatility allows her to operate as a striker, winger, or attacking midfielder, making her a valuable asset for Michael Matricciani’s squad as City aim for success both domestically and in continental competition. …
Super Falcons and Brighton Women goalkeeper, Chiamaka Nnadozie has been ranked fourth in the prestigious 2025 Women’s Yashin Trophy, at the 2025 Ballon d’Or.
