In a nail-biting semi-final showdown on Tuesday evening, the Super Falcons of Nigeria delivered a dramatic 2-1 victory over fierce rivals Banyana Banyana of South Africa, securing their spot in the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) final in the most heart-stopping fashion. With the match tied 1-1 and heading toward extra time, it was Michelle Alozie who etched her name into Nigerian football folklore. Deep into stoppage time, Alozie floated a hopeful ball into the South African penalty area. Under pressure, Banyana Banyana’s goalkeeper failed to deal with it, allowing the ball to bounce straight into the net. The…
Author: Damilola Amuda (Goalgetter)
Oleksandr Usyk has once again etched his name in boxing history, delivering a commanding fifth-round stoppage of Daniel Dubois to become a two-time undisputed heavyweight champion. Under the bright lights of Wembley Stadium and in front of 90,000 roaring fans, the Ukrainian maestro showcased his trademark precision, composure, and dominance, extinguishing Dubois’ hopes of becoming the first British fighter to unify all four heavyweight titles in the modern era. At 38, Usyk showed no signs of slowing down. He dropped Dubois twice in the fifth round — the second knockdown proving decisive as the Londoner was unable to beat the…
Chelsea delivered a statement performance on the global stage, defeating Paris Saint-Germain 3-0 in the final of the newly expanded FIFA Club World Cup at the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. Inspired by a sensational display from Cole Palmer, the Blues clinched their first title under the new format, leaving no doubt about their credentials on the world stage. Palmer, 23, was the star of the show, scoring twice and providing a sublime assist in a performance that will be remembered by Chelsea fans for years to come. His first goal came in the 22nd minute, a composed low finish…
In a performance for the ages, Iga Swiatek claimed her first Wimbledon title in emphatic style, delivering the first 6-0, 6-0 scoreline in a women’s singles final at the All England Club in over a century. The Polish star ended a year-long title drought with a dominant display, defeating American Amanda Anisimova in just 57 minutes. The stunning “double bagel” victory marked Swiatek’s sixth Grand Slam title, maintaining her perfect record in major finals. For Anisimova, who was appearing in her first Grand Slam final, it was a tough debut. Despite a spirited run to the championship match, she struggled…
The Super Falcons of Nigeria have secured their place in the quarter-finals of the 2025 WAFCON, thanks to a dramatic late winner from Chiwendu Ihezuo in their Group B clash against Botswana on Thursday. The hard-earned 1-0 victory marks their second straight win of the tournament and keeps their unbeaten run intact. Facing a resilient Botswana side, Nigeria dominated possession but struggled to convert chances throughout the match. Standout efforts from Ashleigh Plumptre, Jennifer Echegini, and Rasheedat Ajibade tested the opposition, but the breakthrough remained elusive for most of the game. It wasn’t until the 89th minute that the deadlock…
Paris Saint-Germain delivered a stunning performance at MetLife Stadium, dismantling Real Madrid 4-0 in the FIFA Club World Cup semi-final to book their place in Sunday’s final against Chelsea. The match was effectively decided within the first 24 minutes as PSG tore through the Spanish side with ruthless precision. Fabian Ruiz opened the scoring in the 6th minute, capitalizing on a defensive error from Raul Asencio, after the referee allowed play to continue despite Thibaut Courtois’ foul on Ousmane Dembélé. Just minutes later, Dembélé himself doubled the lead, coolly slotting home after Antonio Rüdiger mis-kicked an attempted clearance. Ruiz added…
João Pedro made a sensational first start for Chelsea, scoring twice in a commanding 2-0 win over Fluminense to book a spot in the Club World Cup final. The £60 million summer signing from Brighton wasted no time making an impression, netting in both halves against the Brazilian side where he began his career. His clinical performance not only secured Chelsea’s place in Sunday’s final but also justified the club’s hefty investment. Chelsea did have to weather some tense moments. Marc Cucurella made a crucial goal-line clearance after Hercules rounded Robert Sánchez and looked certain to equalize. Soon after, Fluminense…
Nigeria’s Super Falcons kicked off their quest for a record-extending 10th Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) crown in emphatic fashion on Sunday, cruising to a 3-0 victory over Tunisia in their Group B opener. The nine-time African champions wasted no time stamping their authority on the contest. Star striker Asisat Oshoala fired Nigeria into an early lead, setting the tone for what would become a dominant display. In the 44th minute, debutant Rinsola Babajide doubled the advantage with a composed finish, giving the Falcons a commanding cushion going into the break. Tunisia returned with more grit in the second…
Paris Saint-Germain booked their spot in the Club World Cup semi-finals with a hard-fought win over Bayern Munich in a match filled with drama, controversy, and a worrying injury to Bayern’s Jamal Musiala. Desire Doue, PSG’s Champions League final hero against Inter Milan, broke the deadlock in the 78th minute with a precise low strike into the corner. Despite going down to nine men after red cards for Willian Pacho and Lucas Hernandez, Ousmane Dembele sealed the victory in stoppage time, setting up a mouthwatering semi-final against either Real Madrid or Borussia Dortmund. The opening half in Atlanta was entertaining…
Chelsea have completed the signing of Borussia Dortmund forward Jamie Gittens for £51.5 million on a seven-year contract, further bolstering their attacking options ahead of the new season. The move was finalized on Thursday evening in Florida, where both clubs had been competing in the Club World Cup. Despite Bayern Munich also expressing interest, the 20-year-old England U21 international chose to commit his future to Stamford Bridge. Gittens, who contributed 12 goals and five assists across 48 appearances for Dortmund last season, will help strengthen Chelsea’s wide areas following their decision not to pursue a permanent move for Jadon Sancho.…