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…
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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,…
It was action-packed for Nigerian footballers abroad over the weekend, with standout performances in England, France, Italy, Turkey, Scotland, and beyond. Here’s a roundup of how the Super Eagles and Super Falcons players fared. Premier League Action: Goals, Assists, and Injury Concerns Four Super Eagles players made their mark during the Nottingham Forest vs. Southampton clash on Sunday. Paul Onuachu netted his first Southampton goal in a 2-3 loss. Onuachu, subbed on in the 58th minute, scored in the 91st minute, breaking his drought after 25 appearances for the club in all competitions. Joe Aribo played the full match for the Saints, putting in…
Enyimba’s hopes of advancing in the CAF Confederation Cup came to an end on Sunday night after a 3-1 loss to Zamalek at the Cairo International Stadium. The defeat marked the conclusion of a challenging campaign for the Nigerian champions, who finished third in Group D with five points from six matches. Zamalek opened the scoring in the 29th minute when Mustafa Shalaby found the back of the net, putting the Egyptian side in control. Shortly after the halftime break, Seifeddine Jaziri doubled the lead in the 48th minute, leaving Enyimba with a mountain to climb. The visitors showed resilience…
In the Nigerian media landscape, sports broadcasting has grown significantly, with sports presenters and analysts becoming pivotal figures in delivering insightful and engaging content. However, a troubling narrative persists: the perception that sports analysts are apprentices or subordinates to sports presenters. This notion not only undermines the collaborative essence of sports broadcasting but also diminishes the value that analysts bring to the table. It is imperative to correct this narrative and recognize the equal roles these professionals play in the success of sports programming. With close to a decade experience in the Nigerian sports broadcasting industry, and as someone who…
Yesterday, Idris Animasaun started a conversation about how every Tom, Dick, and Harry who finds themselves behind the microphone to talk about sports now regards themselves as a sports journalist. It is essential to clarify that not everyone presenting or analysing sports on radio and television is a sports journalist, many of these individuals are more accurately described as Sports On-Air Personalities (OAPs). While the media landscape features a variety of voices, it’s important to note that not everyone behind the microphone or camera is a trained or practicing journalist. Although both sports journalists and sports OAPs are involved in…
Former world heavyweight champion Tyson Fury has announced his retirement from boxing again. The 36-year-old Briton, who last fought in December in a losing rematch against Oleksandr Usyk, WBA (Super), WBC, and WBO champion, has bid farewell to a sport that has defined much of his life. This isn’t the first time Fury has hung up his gloves. In April 2022, he declared his retirement after defeating Dillian Whyte but returned to the ring just six months later. However, this time, the “Gypsy King” seems adamant about stepping away for good. “Hi everybody, I’m going to make this short and…
The past weekend was action-packed for Nigerian footballers, with standout performances across various leagues in Europe, the Middle East, and beyond. Here’s a roundup of how Super Eagles and Super Falcons stars fared. Turkey: David Okereke Secures Gaziantep FK Victory David Okereke was the hero for Gaziantep FK, scoring the only goal in their 1-0 home victory over Adana Demirspor on Sunday. The Nigerian forward found the net in the 4th minute, bringing his season tally to five goals. Meanwhile, Victor Osimhen provided an assist for Galatasaray in their 2-1 away win against Basaksehir. The Super Eagles striker set up…