I almost took up Super Eagles’ job, says Renard
Two-time Africa Cup of Nations winning coach, Herve Renard, has disclosed that he almost became Super Eagles coach early this year.
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Messi sets new record with 46 career trophies
Lionel Messi has now bagged 46 career trophies, making him the most decorated footballer ever.
NPFL 2024/25 season – highlights from the first two weeks
On August 31st, the 2024/25 Nigeria Premier Football League commenced. Fans saw the Rangers of Enugu go head-to-head with the El Kanemi Warriors in the Charity Cup. This was an incredible match to kick off the season. And this was just the beginning of a very exciting season, so let’s take a look at some of the highlights from the first two weeks.
How not to represent country, showcase talents on global stage
Like in other endeavours, failure to plan in sports equates to planning to fail. Nigeria’s woeful outings at the Paris Olympic Games, and the 2024 World U-20 Athletics Championships, in Lima, Peru, succinctly capture the ugly state of affairs in the sports sector. GOWON AKPODONOR writes that poor planning, grueling travel plans, and late release of funds for major meets are key in denying the country podium finishes.
Bayern’s Ulreich hit with one-match ban, fine for insult
Back-up Bayern Munich goalkeeper Sven Ulreich was hit with a one-match ban and a 20,000 euro ($22,000) fine on Wednesday for insulting Bayer Leverkusen sporting director Simon Rolfes.
Juve’s injury-hit Milik undergoes more knee surgery
Juventus striker Arkadiusz Milik has undergone another knee operation in an effort to cure the injury which ruled him out of Euro 2024, the Italian giants announced Wednesday.
Injured Osimhen doubtful for Nigeria versus Libya AFCON qualifier
Unless a miracle happens, Super Eagles striker, Victor Osimhen, may not be available for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations qualifying games between Nigeria and Libya.