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…
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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…
Enyimba Football Club now faces an uphill battle to secure a spot in the quarter-finals of the CAF Confederation Cup after a hard-fought 1-1 draw against Egyptian side Al Masry in Uyo on Sunday. The visitors struck early, with Mohamed Hashem opening the scoring in the 8th minute. However, the hosts showed resilience and leveled the match just two minutes into the second half, thanks to Ifeanyi Ihemekwele’s well-taken goal. Enyimba had their goalkeeper Ani Ozoemena to thank for keeping them in the game, as he produced a crucial save from Mahmoud Hamada’s penalty in the 68th minute, denying Al…
Eric Sékou Chelle has expressed his excitement at taking on the role of head coach for the Super Eagles of Nigeria, calling it an opportunity he couldn’t turn down. The Malian tactician was officially named as the substantive head coach of the three-time African champions earlier this week, stepping into one of the most prestigious coaching roles on the continent. Chelle leaves his position as head coach of Algerian club MC Oran to begin this new chapter. The 47-year-old bid farewell to MC Oran on a high note, guiding his team to a 1-0 victory over ES Setif in the…
In a dramatic FA Cup third-round clash, Joshua Zirkzee delivered the decisive moment, scoring the winning penalty to propel a 10-man Manchester United past Arsenal. The enthralling match, filled with twists and turns, ended with United advancing to the fourth round after surviving a fierce challenge from the Gunners. United were dealt a significant blow in the 61st minute when Diogo Dalot received a second yellow card for a mistimed tackle on Arsenal’s Mikel Merino, leaving the Red Devils to battle with 10 men for nearly an hour. Before Dalot’s dismissal, Manchester United had taken the lead in the 52nd…
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has officially announced the appointment of Éric Sékou Chelle as the Head Coach of Nigeria’s senior men’s national football team, the Super Eagles. This decision follows the endorsement of the NFF Technical and Development Sub-Committee’s recommendation by the NFF Executive Committee on Tuesday, January 7, 2025. The appointment was initially proposed during a meeting of the Technical and Development Sub-Committee held in Abuja on January 2, 2025. Chelle, a former head coach of Mali’s senior men’s national team, is set to take charge immediately. Chelle earned five caps for Mali’s national team, the Aiglons, and…
Premier League Action At Craven Cottage, Alex Iwobi and Calvin Bassey featured for Fulham in a thrilling 2-2 draw against Ipswich Town. Iwobi, known for his versatility in midfield, was substituted for Rodrigo Muniz in the 63rd minute. He has been an integral part of Marco Silva’s side this season, registering five goals and three assists in 20 league appearances. Meanwhile, Bassey showcased his defensive prowess by playing the full 90 minutes of the closely contested match. The 25-year-old centre-back has been a consistent presence for Fulham, appearing in 19 league games so far. At Southampton, Joe Aribo and Paul…
Nigerian club Enyimba FC delivered a statement performance in the CAF Confederation Cup, defeating Mozambican side Black Bulls 4-1 on Sunday. The emphatic victory marked a return to form for the two-time African champions, as they reignited their hopes of advancing from Group D despite remaining bottom of the table. Joseph Atule was the star of the match, scoring twice, including the opener and the final goal. His performance was complemented by Ifeanyi Ihemekwele and former Nigerian international Brown Ideye, who both found the net. The victory was a marked improvement for Enyimba, who had managed just two goals in their previous five qualifying and group-stage matches.…
La Liga side Valencia have bolstered their attack with the signing of Nigeria international Umar Sadiq on loan from Real Sociedad for the remainder of the season. The deal, which costs Valencia a €1 million loan fee, includes an option to make the transfer permanent for under €10 million this summer. The 27-year-old striker becomes the first signing under new manager Carlos Corberan, as the struggling Los Che aim to climb out of the relegation zone. Valencia have endured a tough season, scoring just 17 goals in 18 league matches, making Sadiq’s arrival a crucial addition to their attacking options.…
Manchester United displayed a fighting spirit that has often seemed elusive under new manager Ruben Amorim, securing a thrilling 2-2 draw against Premier League leaders Liverpool at Anfield. Facing the prospect of four consecutive league defeats—a streak they hadn’t endured since 1979—United stunned the home crowd by taking the lead. Lisandro Martinez smashed an unstoppable shot past Alisson in the 52nd minute, delivering a moment of magic that sent the away fans into raptures. Liverpool responded just seven minutes later, with Cody Gakpo producing a clinical angled strike to bring the hosts level. The Reds appeared to seize control of…