Author: Tumininu Yussuf
Nigerian Cricket Federation High Performance Manager, Steve Tikolo, has announced the immediate target for the Yellow Greens ahead of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Africa Qualifiers in Zimbabwe, scheduled for September 28 – October 4. Nigeria has been drawn in Group B alongside Kenya, Malawi, and Namibia, and Tikolo believes that securing at least two victories will be enough to push the team into the knockout rounds. ‘Semi-Final Spot is the First Target for the Yellow Greens’ – Steve Tikolo Looking ahead to the challenge, Tikolo declared that qualifying for the T20 World Cup Qualifiers semifinals remains the first priority:…
Nottingham Forest have appointed Ange Postecoglou as their new manager, the club confirmed on Tuesday, just 24 hours after parting ways with Nuno Espirito Santo. The 60-year-old Australian, who has signed a contract running through June 2027, will take charge of Forest’s upcoming Premier League clash against Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium on Saturday. Postecoglou returns to management just three months after being dismissed by Tottenham Hotspur, where he led the club to its first trophy in 17 years, the 2025 UEFA Europa League title, defeating Manchester United 1-0 in Bilbao. Why Nottingham Forest Appointed Ange Postecoglou Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis…
Nigeria’s Maryann Ezenagu announced herself in the Chinese Women’s Super League with a brilliant brace, powering Zhejiang to a 2-0 win over Shaanxi Changan on Sunday. The former Zenit Saint Petersburg striker broke the deadlock in the 20th minute with a composed finish before sealing the victory 11 minutes from time with her second goal of the game. Maryann, who is a key player for Zhejiang opened opened her account for the season with the two goals, as she is focused on making a lasting impact in Chinese football. From Rivers Angels to Russia and Now China Maryann Ezenagu began…
Nigerian defender, Rofiat Imuran featured for London City Lionesses in their historic Barclays Women’s Super League (WSL) debut against Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium, a clash that ended 4-1 in favor of the European champions. It was a bittersweet debut for Rofiat. The 20-year-old Super Falcons defender impressed with her pace, defensive positioning, and attacking overlaps on the left flank before being forced off late with a knock. Rofiat Imuran and Lionesses Stun Early at the Emirates Playing the opening game of the 2025/26 WSL season at the Emirates, newly promoted London City Lionesses, described as the “WSL’s disruptors”, proved…
Nigeria international, Chinwendu Ihezuo scored twice while Ayooluwa Oke grabbed her first-ever league goal as reigning Mexican champions Pachuca Femenil came from behind to seal a 3-2 win over FC Juarez on Saturday as the defending champions climb within a point of Liga MX Femenil leaders The match kicked off at a frenetic pace, with Dayana Martin firing the hosts ahead in the 9th minute. However, Pachuca responded swiftly. Just five minutes later, 19-year-old Oke, an American youth international of Nigerian descent, netted her maiden Liga MX Femenil goal, calmly finishing to bring the scores level at 1-1. Chiwendu Ihezuo…
Super Falcons captain, Rasheedat Ajibade made her long-awaited debut for Paris Saint-Germain Féminines on Saturday, while her compatriot Jennifer Echegini registered an assist, as PSG were held to a 1-1 draw against RC Lens in their opening match of the 2025/26 French Première Ligue Féminine season. Ajibade and Echegini’s presence in the PSG squad was a historic moment for Nigerian football, with two of the Super Falcons’ brightest stars now representing one of Europe’s elite clubs. Jennifer Echegini Creates PSG’s Opener It was Jennifer Echegini who lit up the first half for PSG at the Degouve Brabant Stadium in Arras.…
Nigeria international, Chiamaka Nnadozie announced her arrival in English football with a statement performance on Sunday, keeping a clean sheet on her Barclays Women’s Super League (WSL) debut for Brighton & Hove Albion Women in a goalless draw against Aston Villa.
Carlos Alcaraz powered past Italian rival, Jannik Sinner to reclaim the US Open title in New York, sealing a four-set victory to overthrow Sinner as Tennis World No. 1. The 22-year-old Spaniard triumphed 6-2, 3-6, 6-1, 6-4 in a match that was delayed for half an hour due to extra security measures prompted by the attendance of US President Donald Trump, who returned to Flushing Meadows for the first time since 2015. Alcaraz becomes the second youngest man in history behind Bjorn Borg win six Grand Slam titles. Carlos Alcaraz Back on Top Alcaraz’s superior serving, which was a…
Manchester United’s goalkeeping shake-up has taken another unexpected twist, with Cameroonian goalkeeper André Onana sealing a shock loan move to Turkish Super Lig side Trabzonspor for the rest of the season. The 29-year-old, signed from Inter Milan for £47.2m in 2023, has struggled to convince at Old Trafford and now exits three years into his contract with no loan fee, no buy option, but a pay rise that doubles his salary through bonuses and a signing fee. André Onana Deal Structure: Loan with No Strings Attached Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano confirmed the move, posting: “EXCLUSIVE: André Onana agrees to join…
It was an unforgettable night at the Estadio Monumental as Lionel Messi scored a brace in what could allegedly be his final competitive game on Argentine soil in style. The game ended 3-0 in favor of Argentina to seal their World Cup qualifying victory over Venezuela on Thursday. Messi delivered a vintage performance alongside Lautaro Martínez, who added the third goal, before being visibly moved as he addressed the fans. “So Many Emotions” – Lionel Messi After the match, Messi admitted he was overwhelmed by the occasion: “There are so many emotions, I’ve experienced so many things on this field.…
