Liverpool surged four points clear at the top of the Premier League after a stunning performance dismantled Tottenham Hotspur on their home turf. In a match that showcased the Reds’ ruthless efficiency, Arne Slot’s side left no doubt about their title ambitions, exposing every weakness in an injury-hit Spurs lineup. From the start, Liverpool dominated proceedings, creating several chances before breaking the deadlock in the 23rd minute. Luis Díaz nodded in Trent Alexander-Arnold’s inch-perfect cross to open the scoring. Moments later, Alexis Mac Allister doubled Liverpool’s lead with a clinical header, sending a clear message that the visitors were in…
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Manchester City’s struggles this season reached new lows as they suffered another painful loss, this time at the hands of Aston Villa. Goals from Jhon Duran and Morgan Rogers secured a vital 2-1 win for Villa, with Phil Foden’s late strike offering little consolation for Pep Guardiola’s side. The defeat sees the defending champions drop to sixth in the Premier League standings, a worrying nine points behind league leaders Liverpool, who also hold two games in hand. Aston Villa, on the other hand, leapfrogged City to claim fifth place, keeping their hopes of a top-four finish alive. For City, the…
Shooting Stars Shine against Kano Pillars Shooting Stars secured a convincing 2-0 victory over an injury-hit Kano Pillars side at the Lekan Salami Stadium in Ibadan on Saturday. Joshua Akpan opened the scoring just one minute into the second half, while Adams Mustapha sealed the win for the hosts 12 minutes from time, as they move to 4th on the log. Lobi Stars Edge Plateau United in Lafia At the Lafia City Stadium, Lobi Stars clinched a narrow 1-0 win over Plateau United. Waheed Adebayo scored the decisive goal on the stroke of halftime, marking Lobi Stars’ fourth win in…
Sunshine Stars have announced the appointment of Abubakar Bala as their new technical adviser for the remainder of the season. Bala replaces Bobola Akinbola, who had been leading the team in an acting capacity. The Akure-based club has been without a permanent head coach since Kennedy Boboye stepped down from the role on November 10, 2024. Bala, who most recently managed Nigeria National League side Doma United, brings a wealth of experience to the team. His managerial career includes stints with NPFL sides Katsina United, Niger Tornadoes, and Kwara United. Sunshine Stars currently face a tough challenge in the league,…
Nigerian footballers were in the spotlight across Europe this past weekend, delivering crucial performances for their respective clubs. Here’s a roundup of how Super Eagles stars fared in key matches. France: Gabriel Osho Opens His Account for Auxerre In the French Ligue 1, Gabriel Osho made a significant impact for Auxerre as they were held to a 2-2 draw by Lens on Saturday. Osho, who joined Auxerre from Luton Town in the summer, scored his first goal for the club in the 73rd minute, leveling the game. The Super Eagles defender put in a solid 90-minute shift in the match.…
Lewis Hamilton bid an emotional farewell to Mercedes, wrapping up a 12-year partnership that stands as the most successful driver-team collaboration in Formula 1 history. After a season full of challenges, the seven-time world champion finished his Mercedes journey with an impressive fourth-place finish in the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, climbing 12 positions from a 16th-place start on the grid. Reflecting on the conclusion of his Mercedes era, Hamilton described the 2024 season as both challenging and poignant. “It has been probably the longest year of my life, knowing from the beginning I was leaving,” Hamilton shared. “It’s like being…
The weekend was packed with thrilling football action as Nigerian players made their mark across Europe’s top leagues. From last-minute heroics to decisive contributions, here’s a recap of how Super Eagles stars performed. Italy: Lookman’s Late Winner Stuns AC Milan In Serie A, Ademola Lookman stole the spotlight with a late goal to seal Atalanta’s 2-1 victory over AC Milan on Friday night. Charles De Ketelaere gave Atalanta an early lead in the 12th minute, but Alvaro Morata leveled for Milan in the 22nd minute. With just three minutes left, Lookman netted the winner for Atalanta. His fellow Super Eagles…
The past weekend delivered thrilling action across the Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL) as teams battled for vital points in various stadiums nationwide. Here’s a roundup of the key matches and results: Shooting Stars Secure First Away Win of the Season Shooting Stars edged Sunshine Stars 1-0 in an intense South West derby at the Remo Stars Stadium, Ikenne, on Saturday. Otakho Aghahowa’s decisive goal in the 28th minute sealed the Oluyole Warriors’ first away victory of the season. Sunshine Stars, meanwhile, extended their winless streak to three games, adding to their struggles. Nasarawa United Triumph Over Lobi Stars Earlier…
In an electrifying Group D encounter of the CAF Confederation Cup, Nigerian giants Enyimba showcased remarkable resilience to claw back from a two-goal deficit and secure a 2-2 draw against reigning champions Zamalek of Egypt on Sunday. The Cairo-based side dominated the early proceedings of the match at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo. Zamalek looked poised for victory after taking a commanding 2-0 lead within 40 minutes, courtesy of goals from Tunisian forward Seifeddine Jaziri and Omar Faraj. Their fluid attacking play left Enyimba struggling to find their rhythm in the first half. However, the People’s Elephant found a…
In a thrilling London derby, Chelsea staged a remarkable comeback from two goals down to defeat Tottenham 4-3, narrowing the gap on Premier League leaders Liverpool to just four points. Tottenham came out firing, capitalizing on early Chelsea mistakes to take a commanding 2-0 lead within 11 minutes. Dominic Solanke opened the scoring, followed by Dejan Kulusevski, with both goals aided by Chelsea defender Marc Cucurella slipping—an issue that forced him to change his boots mid-match. Despite the shaky start, Chelsea responded brilliantly. In the 17th minute, Jadon Sancho reignited hope for the visitors with a stunning strike from outside…