Author: Tumininu Yussuf
Two Nigerian players lit up Matchday 14 of the Egyptian Women’s Premier League as Zamalek delivered a stunning 6-0 victory over ENPPI.
Barcelona’s attempt to secure the provisional registration of Spain international Dani Olmo for the remainder of the season has been rejected, leaving the 26-year-old midfielder ineligible to play for the club from January 1, barring a last-minute legal breakthrough.
Manchester City manager, Pep Guardiola has insisted that the club will not resort to short-term solutions in the January transfer window, even as their alarming form continued with a 1-1 draw against Everton at the Etihad Stadium on Boxing Day. The result extends City’s dismal run to just one win in their last 13 games across all competitions, leaving them provisionally sixth in the Premier League, 11 points behind leaders Liverpool, who have two games in hand. Despite dominating the match with 24 shots to Everton’s eight, City failed to capitalize on their chances. Bernardo Silva’s 14th-minute goal, courtesy of…
Atalanta coach, Gian Piero Gasperini has heaped praise on Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman, who has been in scintillating form for La Dea since joining the Italian side two years ago. Lookman’s remarkable rise has not only elevated Atalanta’s performances but also solidified his status as one of Europe’s most exciting talents. The 27-year-old Nigerian international, who was sold to Atalanta by RB Leipzig for just €9.35 million after being deemed surplus to requirements, has turned his career around spectacularly. According to Transfermarkt, Lookman’s market value has skyrocketed to €55 million, reflecting his meteoric rise at the Bergamo-based club. In…
LeBron James added another record to his illustrious career as the Los Angeles Lakers clinched a 115-113 win over the Golden State Warriors on Christmas Day in San Francisco. The victory made him the NBA’s all-time leader in Christmas Day wins with his 11th triumph in 19 appearances. The Lakers secured the historic win despite an early setback when star big man Anthony Davis exited the game just eight minutes in after twisting his left ankle. LeBron James, undeterred by the loss of his teammate, stepped up with a commanding 31-point performance to guide his team to victory. “It’s always…
Manchester United manager, Ruben Amorim has called for his team to show more aggression following a 2-0 loss to Wolves at Molineux on Thursday—a result that handed United its third consecutive defeat and continued a rocky start to his tenure. The Red Devils, who have now won just two of their eight Premier League games under Amorim, were undone by a Matheus Cunha corner and a late Hwang Hee-Chan strike. To make matters worse, captain Bruno Fernandes was sent off just two minutes into the second half for a reckless challenge, leaving United with an uphill battle. Speaking after…
Super Eagles and Galatasaray striker, Victor Osimhen has brought the spirit of Christmas to his childhood community of Olusosun in Lagos, distributing 2,000 motor-tricycles and food items to youths and mothers. The act of generosity from the 2023 African Footballer of the Year has warmed hearts and provided much-needed relief during the festive season. The 25-year-old striker, who has been in sensational form for Galatasaray this season—netting 12 goals and delivering five assists in just 15 appearances—has once again demonstrated his commitment to giving back to his roots. The distribution, which began in Lagos, will extend to Osimhen’s hometown in…
In one of Premier League Boxing Day fixtures, Fulham shattered Chelsea’s title aspirations with a 95th-minute winner from substitute Rodrigo Muniz, securing a 2-1 victory at Stamford Bridge on Thursday. The historic win handed Alex Iwobi’s Fulham its first win at their neighbors’ fortress since 1979, sending shockwaves through the football world. The evening began with high expectations for Chelsea, who were sitting second in the table and eyeing the top spot with leaders Liverpool just four points ahead. However, by the final whistle, Stamford Bridge was left in stunned silence as Fulham celebrated a rare and long-awaited victory in…
Nigeria’s Super Eagles and Atalanta striker, Ademola Lookman has credited his switch from representing England to playing for the Super Eagles in 2022 as the key to his recent success, both at club and international levels. Lookman, who was born in London and helped England win the Under-17 World Cup, has blossomed into one of Africa’s top footballers since making the change. “I think ever since I put on the Super Eagles jersey, it’s been fruitful,” Lookman said during an interview with SportyTV. “We’ve been able to achieve a lot as a team and we’re still going as a team.…
Victor Wembanyama, Christmas Day debut at Madison Square Garden was nothing short of spectacular. Victor The 7-foot-4 phenom, who has already taken the NBA by storm, dazzled the crowd with a game-high 42 points and 18 rebounds in the San Antonio Spurs’ narrow 117-114 loss to the New York Knicks on Wednesday. The 20-year-old Frenchman, making his first appearance on Christmas Day, became only the third player in NBA history to score 40+ points and grab 15+ rebounds in a Christmas game, joining Wilt Chamberlain and Nikola Jokic. His 42-point performance was also the third-highest in Christmas Day debut history,…
