Kaoru Mitoma’s brilliant opener and a Yankuba Minteh brace propelled Brighton to a commanding 3-0 victory over a lackluster Chelsea on a tough night for head coach Enzo Maresca. With no recognized striker available, Chelsea struggled in attack, failing to register a single shot on target in a league match for the first time since September 2021. Cole Palmer and Christopher Nkunku alternated in a false nine role, but their efforts yielded little success. Damilola Amuda Goalgetter, publisher of Goalgettermedia.com, covered the match live from the AMEX Stadium, where Japan international Mitoma set Brighton on their way. He masterfully controlled…
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The January transfer window has officially closed for clubs across the Premier League, English Football League, Scottish Premiership, and Women’s Super League. Teams from Germany, France, Spain, and Italy also saw their winter business come to an end. With deadline day always delivering dramatic last-minute moves, this year was no exception. Some clubs scrambled to finalize deals in the final hours, securing crucial reinforcements for the second half of the season. Here’s a breakdown of the major transfers that took place on February 3rd, the last day of the window. Deadline Day Transfers Several big-name players were on the move…
It was an eventful weekend for Nigerian footballers abroad, with several Super Eagles stars making significant contributions for their respective clubs. From England to Germany, Spain, and beyond, here’s a roundup of how they fared. Premier League: Aribo and Onuachu Inspire Southampton to Victory At St. Mary’s, Joe Aribo and Paul Onuachu were the heroes as Southampton ended their six-game losing streak with a crucial 2-1 win over Ipswich Town. Aribo opened the scoring in the 21st minute, but Ipswich responded through Liam Delap in the 31st minute. However, with just three minutes left, Onuachu struck the winner, giving his…
Matchday 22 of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) delivered exciting encounters over the weekend, with six games showcasing drama, goals, and crucial points in the title race. Shooting Stars Extend Unbeaten Run with Draw Against Plateau United Shooting Stars continued their impressive form, stretching their unbeaten streak to seven games after a 1-1 draw against Plateau United in Jos. Tijani Kabiru put the visitors ahead in the 74th minute, but Plateau United responded swiftly as Albert Hilary equalized just two minutes later. Despite dropping points, Shooting Stars remain second on the table with 37 points from 21 matches. Remo…
Arsenal delivered a statement performance at the Emirates, thrashing Manchester City to move within six points of Premier League leaders Liverpool. With Jurgen Klopp’s side opening up a commanding lead after their win at Bournemouth, the Gunners knew only a victory would suffice—and they responded in emphatic fashion. Though Arsenal have played a game more than Liverpool, this dominant display keeps them in the title race, while City’s struggles continued in another disappointing outing. Just like their previous match against Chelsea, City gifted their opponents an early lead. This time, it came within two minutes as defender Manuel Akanji lost…
Jean-Philippe Mateta delivered a masterclass at Old Trafford, scoring twice to hand Crystal Palace a convincing 2-0 victory over Manchester United. The result piles more misery on Ruben Amorim’s side, who suffered yet another setback in an already disappointing campaign. Hoping to secure back-to-back Premier League wins for the first time this season, United endured a frustrating afternoon. Amorim made the bold decision to leave out £100 million worth of attacking talent in Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee, instead opting for Kobbie Mainoo as a false nine. However, the experiment failed to pay off, as United struggled to break down…
Southampton finally ended their long wait for a Premier League victory with a dramatic late goal from Paul Onuachu, sealing a crucial 2-1 win over fellow strugglers Ipswich. The Saints’ triumph at Portman Road marks their first league win since November and brings an end to a dismal run of six consecutive defeats. Despite the much-needed victory, Southampton remain rooted to the bottom of the table with just nine points from 24 matches. However, this result also represents a significant milestone—it is the first time they have taken three points since Ivan Jurić took charge on December 21. The visitors…
It was an action-packed weekend for Nigerian footballers across the globe as they delivered decisive performances for their clubs. From late winners in Italy to thrilling finishes in France and impactful displays in Scotland, here’s a roundup of their contributions. Italy: Chukwueze’s Dramatic Comeback Samuel Chukwueze returned in style after a hamstring injury to score a last-gasp winner in AC Milan’s 3-2 triumph over Parma in Serie A on Sunday. The 25-year-old winger, who had been sidelined since December 29, 2024, made his impact after being subbed on in the 57th minute. His decisive strike in the 95th minute secured…
The second stanza of the 2024/25 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) resumed with electrifying action over the weekend as Matchday 20 unfolded across various stadiums in the country. Here’s a roundup of the key highlights: Remo Stars Extend Their Lead in Uyo League leaders Remo Stars continued their impressive form with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Akwa United at the Nest of Champions in Uyo. Akwa United took an early lead in the 6th minute through Uche Sabastine and held onto their advantage until halftime. However, Remo Stars fought back in the second half, with Samuel Anakwe equalizing in the…
Jannik Sinner proved once again why he is the world’s best men’s tennis player by capturing his second consecutive Australian Open title. In a commanding performance, the Italian top seed defeated Alexander Zverev 6-3, 7-6 (7-4), 6-3 to secure his third Grand Slam championship. The 23-year-old’s relentless baseline game, physical power, and unshakable mental strength were on full display as he dismantled Zverev, the tournament’s second seed. Sinner didn’t face a single break point throughout the match, leaving his German opponent increasingly frustrated as his attempts to challenge the Italian fell short. Despite the backdrop of an ongoing doping case,…