Tag: #SportsNews
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ABAKALIKI FC GO BACK-TO-BACK, EDGE CYNOSURE TO LIFT EBONYI FA CUP
Abakaliki FC have retained their Ebonyi FA Cup title after a hard-fought 1-0 win over Cynosure FC in the 2026 final. The decisive moment came from winger Jude Aleke, whose long-range free-kick sealed the victory at the Pa Ngele Oruta Stadium. Coach Starplus Anista hailed the team’s effort, saying the focus now is to go…
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“HIS LEGACY LIVES ON” — TRIBUTES POUR IN FOR LATE STRIKER MICHAEL ENERAMO
Tributes are pouring in for former Super Eagles forward Michael Eneramo, who reportedly collapsed and died during a friendly match in Kaduna. According to the Nigeria Football Federation, the striker suffered cardiac arrest shortly after the second half resumed, having played the entire first half before the tragic incident. Former Sokoto United Technical Adviser, Mansur…
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ANAMBRA SPORTS BOSS PUSHES FOR MERIT-BASED APPOINTMENTS TO BOOST DEVELOPMENT
Want better sports results? Anambra’s sports director says it starts with putting the right people in the right seats. The Anambra State Director of Sports, Emeka Obidinma, is calling for competence and merit in the appointment of sports officials, saying it is key to improving performance and development in the sector. Speaking in Awka, Obidinma…
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NIGERIA WINS BRONZE AT PARA POWERLIFTING EVENT
One podium finish, two strong near-misses — Team Nigeria shows grit on the big stage 💪 Abdullateef Mohammed Awwal has secured a bronze medal in the 59kg category at the ongoing Para Powerlifting competition, earning his spot on the podium during the medal presentation ceremony. Meanwhile, Ahmed Mariam Taiye narrowly missed out on a medal…
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ARTETA’S KEEPER GAMBLE BACKFIRES AS ARSENAL FALL IN CUP FINAL
A bold selection call turned costly as Arsenal’s cup dreams crashed at Wembley. Mikel Arteta is under fire after his decision to stick with Kepa Arrizabalaga backfired in Arsenal’s 2-0 Carabao Cup final loss to Manchester City. The Arsenal boss opted for Kepa over first-choice David Raya, but the move proved costly when a goalkeeping…
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KANO PILLARS STUN ENYIMBA WITH 2-0 HOME WIN
Early goals and solid defending powered Kano Pillars past Enyimba in a crucial NPFL clash. Kano Pillars delivered a strong performance on home soil, beating Enyimba FC 2-0 in a Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) match in Kano. Chidozie Okorie set the tone early with an 11th-minute opener, before veteran forward Ahmed Musa doubled the…
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FIFA MAKES HISTORY WITH NEW RULES TO BOOST FEMALE COACHING IN WOMEN’S FOOTBALL
FIFA is tightening its push for gender balance in football leadership, introducing new rules that will require every women’s team to include female coaches on their technical staff. The FIFA has announced that all teams competing in its women’s tournaments must now include at least one female head or assistant coach, in a major move…
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MOTSEPE URGES TRUST AS AFCON 2025 FINAL RULING IGNITES CONTROVERSY
CAF president calls for calm and confidence in football governance after a disputed Appeals Board decision shakes the continent. Confederation of African Football (CAF) President Patrice Motsepe has called for trust and patience following growing controversy over the CAF Appeals Board ruling on the AFCON 2025 final. The Appeals Board recently overturned an earlier Disciplinary…
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BARAU FC STUN PLATEAU UNITED WITH LATE COMEBACK WIN
What a turnaround at the Sani Abacha Stadium! Barau FC came from behind to defeat Plateau United 2-1 in their Matchday 28 clash of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL). Plateau United struck early, with Vincent Temitope scoring in just the 4th minute. But the hosts responded in the 38th minute when Henry Ezeonye tapped…
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PSG ADVANCE TO CHAMPIONS LEAGUE LAST 16 AFTER STIRRING 2-2 DRAW WITH MONACO
Paris St Germain survive a scare against 10-man Monaco, moving through 5-4 on aggregate to the knockout stage. Holders PSG booked their spot in the Champions League last 16 following a 2-2 home draw with Monaco. Despite falling behind at halftime to Maghnes Akliouche, Marquinhos equalised in the 60th minute, and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia’s strike six…
