Tragedy struck on Tuesday evening in Calabar as an Inspector of Police, Stephen Enang, reportedly slumped and passed away shortly after watching his beloved Arsenal defeat Spanish giants Real Madrid 3-0. Inspector Enang, a native of Ekori in the Yakurr Local Government Area of Cross River State, was attached to the Akim Police Division along … Read more
The Premier League will have an extra Champions League slot for the 2025-26 season after securing one of the extra places for performance by clubs across the three European competitions. UEFA announced last season that two leagues will be rewarded with a European Performance Spot (EPS), as part of the plans to expand the Champions … Read more
Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham has acknowledged the challenges his team faced in their Champions League quarter-final match against Arsenal, which ended in a 3-0 defeat. Jude Bellingham acknowledged that the scoreline could have been worse, highlighting that they were outplayed by Mikel Arteta’s side. Bellingham commended Arsenal’s performance, particularly noting Declan Rice’s impressive contribution … Read more
Arsenal coach Mikel Arteta has revealed that the team is ready to write their Champions League history following a comprehensive 3-0 victory over Real Madrid. The Gunners produced a stunning performance at the Emirates Stadium to brush aside the 15-time champions of the competition. Declan Rice scored a brace while Mikel Merino added the third … Read more
Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti acknowledged that Declan Rice’s exceptional free-kick goals were pivotal in shaping the outcome of their Champions League quarter-final first leg on Tuesday. Declan Rice scored two direct free-kicks within a span of 13 minutes in the second half of the Champions League clash, propelling Arsenal towards a solid victory at … Read more
London, United Kingdom – Former special assistant on digital communications to ex-Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari, Bashir Ahmad has said Real Madrid are “capable of a comeback”. Ahmad’s assurance on Tuesday night, April 8, came after Arsenal shocked reigning UEFA Champions League (UCL) champions, Real Madrid, 3-0 to clinch a convincing victory at the Emirates. A … Read more
Arsenal made a significant move towards the UEFA Champions League semi-finals with an impressive 3-0 victory over Real Madrid in the first leg of their quarter-final clash at the Emirates Stadium on Tuesday night, April 8, 2025. The Champions League match marked Real Madrid’s first competitive appearance at the Emirates Stadium, and the home team … Read more
Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher has made his predictions for the Premier League’s top five finishers this season. In a recent appearance on Sky Sports’ Monday Night Football, Carragher expressed his belief that Chelsea will likely fall short of a top-five finish, despite the team’s efforts. Carragher highlighted that Liverpool, Arsenal, Nottingham Forest, Newcastle United, and … Read more
Rivers Hoopers coach Ogoh Odaudu has urged his players not to be complacent following their impressive start at the Basketball Africa League season. The NBBF champions have enjoyed a stunning start at the BAL League with two opening wins against Stade Malien and FUS Rabat. The first match against Stade Malien ended 80-61. The second … Read more
Former Chelsea midfielder, Mikel Obi has emphasized that Chelsea cannot afford to let the opportunity to sign Nigerian striker, Victor Osimhen slip away. Victor Osimhen, who has been making headlines with his remarkable performances, was a target for the West London club last summer. However, negotiations fell through as Chelsea struggled to meet his hefty … Read more
However, Victor Boniface is expected to be fit for the upcoming Bundesliga match against Union Berlin on Saturday, according to Werkself Xtra. The Nigeria international was instrumental in Leverkusen’s victory over Heidenheim on April 5, showcasing his talent and potential. Despite facing injury challenges this season that have limited his appearances, Boniface has still made … Read more
The nominees for the NPFL Manager of the Month award are Finidi George from Rivers United, Mbwas Mangut from Plateau United, Kennedy Boboye from Akwa United, and Ladan Bosso from Bayelsa United. Finidi George has successfully guided Rivers United to an impressive record of three wins and one draw over the past month, helping the … Read more
The Chairman of the FIFA referees committee, Pierluigi Collina, has confirmed that referees will wear body cameras at the 2025 FIFA World Club Cup in the United States. The competition, which is set to be held from June 14 to July 13, 2025, would feature the use of body cameras for the first time in … Read more
Portuguese football icon, Cristiano Ronaldo and his partner, Georgina Rodriguez, have made notable changes to their security team, including the hiring of a new chief bodyguard amid heightened safety concerns in Saudi Arabia. Cristiano Ronaldo made this decision after a series of unsettling threats directed at the couple on social media, prompting a proactive response … Read more
As the 2024-2025 UEFA Champions League quarter-finals commence this week, all eyes are drawn to North London, where Arsenal faces off against Real Madrid in what promises to be a thrilling encounter. Each of the remaining ties in the Champions League quarter-finals offers its own unique narrative and intense competition that epitomizes Europe’s premier club … Read more
As Arsenal prepare to host Real Madrid at the Emirates Stadium at 8 p.m. on Tuesday night, April 8, they are not just stepping onto the pitch to play a match; they are embracing a significant moment in their history. This UEFA Champions League quarter-final clash between Arsenal and Real Madrid represents a convergence of … Read more
At least five players from Real Madrid are currently at risk of suspension just ahead of the highly anticipated first leg of their Champions League quarter-final clash against Arsenal. The players facing this potential disciplinary action include Vinicius Junior, Luka Modric, Antonio Rudiger, Eduardo Camavinga, Endrick, and Lucas Vazquez. If any of these players receive … Read more
The Italian club is rumored to be considering a reduced offer for Victor Osimhen’s release clause, which could benefit Manchester United. According to Il Mattino, Napoli director Giovanni Manna has traveled in London to negotiate with United officials about the 26year-old striker. This strategic move may enable Napoli to offer Manchester United a more favorable … Read more
Shooting Stars have issued a statement clarifying that they did not hold Ikorodu City players and officials hostage following their Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) match on Sunday, April 6. The Oluyole Warriors ended the NPFL encounter against Nurudeen Aweroro’s side with a 0-0 draw at the Lekan Salami Stadium, Adamasingba, Ibadan. After the match, … Read more
Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti has made a significant change to his team’s penalty-taking responsibilities by removing Vinicius Jr from the role of designated penalty-taker. Carlo Ancelotti’s decision to change a penalty taker comes on the heels of Vinicius’ disappointing performance during their recent La Liga match, where he missed a crucial penalty in the … Read more