West Ham United has confirmed that striker Michail Antonio is in a stable condition and “conscious and communicating” after being involved in a car crash on Saturday afternoon. The club released a statement later that evening, sharing that Antonio is currently under close supervision at a central London hospital. They also urged fans and the media to respect the privacy of the player and his family during this challenging time. “At this difficult time, we kindly ask everyone to respect the privacy of Michail and his family,” the club stated. “The club will make no further comment this evening but…
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Shooting Stars Triumph Over Abia Warriors Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) delivered a solid 2-0 victory against Abia Warriors in a Matchday 15 clash at the Lekan Salami Stadium on Sunday. The Oluyole Warriors secured all three points within the first half, thanks to goals from Anthony Okachi and Akpan Joshua. Okachi opened the scoring in the 39th minute by converting a penalty, which was awarded after skipper Gali Falke was brought down in the box. Akpan Joshua doubled the lead shortly after, expertly finishing a cross from Gideon Monday. With this win, 3SC climbed to sixth position on the…
This past weekend delivered thrilling football action across Europe, with several Nigerian players making significant contributions for their respective clubs. Here’s a roundup of their performances. Premier League Highlights In a tightly contested Premier League clash, Alex Iwobi provided a crucial assist as Fulham came from behind to secure a 1-1 draw away to Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday. After a goalless first half, Spurs broke the deadlock in the 54th minute, but Iwobi’s pinpoint pass set up Tom Cairney for the equalizer in the 67th minute. This marks Iwobi’s third assist in 13 league appearances this season. Fellow Nigerian, Calvin…
Liverpool extended their lead at the top of the Premier League to nine points with a resounding victory over Manchester City at Anfield, deepening the woes of the reigning champions. Arne Slot’s side, brimming with confidence after their midweek triumph over Real Madrid, overwhelmed City with a relentless attacking display that underscored their dominance. The result leaves Liverpool 11 points clear of City, who are now winless in seven matches and have lost their last four league games—a startling decline for Pep Guardiola’s usually imperious side. Relentless Liverpool Blitz City From the first whistle, Liverpool set the tone with high-intensity…
Nigerian footballers were in action across Europe this past weekend, delivering standout performances in some of the biggest leagues. Here’s a breakdown of their exploits: Premier League Highlights Alex Iwobi was the lone scorer for Fulham in their 4-1 loss to Wolverhampton Wanderers on Saturday. The Nigerian forward opened the scoring with a brilliant curler in the 20th minute, marking his third Premier League goal this season. Fellow Nigerian Calvin Bassey also played the full 90 minutes for Fulham. In Southampton’s 3-2 home defeat to Liverpool on Sunday, Paul Onuachu started but was substituted in the 52nd minute due to…
The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Matchday 12 brought thrilling action across the country, with Rivers United reclaiming the top position, Plateau United and Bendel Insurance securing vital victories, and Kano Pillars delivering a spirited comeback. Rivers United Back on Top Rivers United returned to the summit of the NPFL standings after a narrow 1-0 victory over Abia Warriors on Sunday. Ndifreke Effiong’s decisive strike in the 58th minute was enough to secure all three points. With this win, Rivers United now lead the league table with 25 points from 13 matches. Shooting Stars Edge Bayelsa United At the Lekan…
Liverpool secured a crucial late victory over Southampton to extend their lead at the top of the Premier League to eight points, despite being forced to fight back from behind against the struggling Saints. As has been the case throughout Southampton’s challenging season, promising moments were undone by costly individual mistakes. Liverpool capitalized on these errors, bolstering their position as league leaders ahead of next weekend’s highly anticipated clash with reigning champions Manchester City at Anfield. The breakthrough came in the 30th minute when Southampton’s troubles in playing out from the back were exposed once again. Flynn Downes made a…
Tottenham Hotspur delivered a stunning performance to secure a resounding 4-0 win over Manchester City, ending the home side’s remarkable 52-match unbeaten run at the Etihad Stadium. The defeat marks City’s worst home league loss since a 5-1 thrashing by Arsenal in 2003 and their first loss by such a margin under Pep Guardiola. James Maddison was the star of the night, scoring twice as Spurs dismantled a City team that has now suffered five consecutive defeats for the first time since 2006. Pedro Porro added to the tally with a well-taken third, while Brennan Johnson sealed the rout with…
The stage is set for the 13th edition of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), scheduled to take place in Morocco from July 5 to July 26, 2025. Nigeria’s Super Falcons have been drawn in Group B alongside Tunisia, Algeria, and Botswana. The Super Falcons, nine-time champions of the tournament, will look forward to facing Algeria’s Green Ladies once again. The two teams recently clashed in Nigeria during a pair of friendly matches, where the Falcons triumphed with 2-0 and 4-1 victories. These previous encounters could give Nigeria an edge as they prepare for a high-stakes group stage. Botswana,…
Bayer Leverkusen has been dealt a significant blow as their star striker, Victor Boniface, is set to miss the remainder of the year due to injury. The 23-year-old suffered a muscle fiber tear in his right thigh during Nigeria’s 2-1 defeat to Rwanda on Monday at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo. After returning from international duty, Boniface was unable to participate in Thursday’s training session, raising concerns about his fitness. Subsequent evaluations confirmed the severity of the injury, ruling him out for the rest of 2024. This means the forward will not feature for the Bundesliga side in…