Victor Osimhen netted the decisive goal from the penalty spot as Galatasaray beat Liverpool 1-0 in Istanbul, representing the hosts’ first points in this season’s UEFA Champions Leagueand a second successive loss across all competitions for the Reds. After suffering their first Premier League defeat of the season in their away clash with Crystal Palace, Liverpool boss, Arne Slot left talisman Mohamed Salah on the bench but the Premier League champions failed to fire amid a constant cacophony of noise at RAMS Park. Osimhen gave Galatasaray the lead after 16 minutes when French referee Clement Turpin adjudged that Dominik Szoboszlai had fouled Baris…
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Chelsea came out victorious in Jose Mourinho’s return to Stamford Bridge, defeating Benfica 1-0 in the UEFA Champions League. Mourinho, who replaced former Wolves boss Bruno Lage 12 days ago, responded by waving to both ends of the ground. But he would undoubtedly have preferred Benfica not to provide a gift to their hosts as Colombian midfielder Richard Rios could not get out of the way when Alejandro Garnacho sent Pedro Neto’s-far post cross fizzing back into the six-yard area, giving goalkeeper Anatoliy Trubin no chance of keeping the ball out. There was frustration for the Blues though as well,…
It was an action-packed weekend for Nigerian footballers abroad, with goals, and standout performances across top leagues in Europe, the Middle East, and the United States. Onuachu on Fire in Turkey Paul Onuachu was the hero for Trabzonspor as they edged out Fatih Karagümrük 4-3 in a thrilling Turkish Super Lig encounter on Saturday. The towering striker scored twice — first in the 35th minute to restore his side’s lead, and again from the penalty spot just before halftime. Onuachu has now netted five goals in just seven league appearances this season. Adams Opens Account in Spain In La Liga,…
Matchday 6 of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) delivered late drama, big results, and a shift at the top of the table as teams continue to find their rhythm. Shooting Stars Snatch First Away Win In Ozoro, Shooting Stars SC (3SC) recorded their first away win of the campaign with a thrilling 2-1 comeback against Warri Wolves. The hosts went ahead in the 52nd minute through Igbunu Evwierhurhoma, but 3SC turned the game on its head late on. Qamar Adegoke struck an equaliser in the 84th minute before Adams Mustapha completed the turnaround just two minutes later. The victory…
Robert Lewandowski nodded in a second-half winner as Barcelona came from a goal down to beat Real Sociedad 2-1 and top the La Liga table. Real Sociedad had taken a surprise lead in the 31st minute on the counter-attack when Alvaro Odriozola slid in to turn home Ander Barrenetxea’s low cross. But the hosts levelled two minutes before half-time when defender Jules Kounde met Marcus Rashford’s corner with a thumping header. With the scores leveled at 1-1 Barca boss, Hansi Flick brought on Ballon d’Or runner-up Lamine Yamal in the 58th minute. Just seconds later the 18-year-old Spaniard beat a…
It was a disappointing evening for Nigerian football fans as both Kwara United and Abia Warriors were knocked out of the CAF Confederation Cup on Sunday. At the MKO Abiola Sports Arena in Abeokuta, Kwara United, popularly known as The Harmony Boys, fell 1-0 to Ghanaian giants Asante Kotoko. The decisive moment came just nine minutes into the second half when Hubert Ayau pounced on a loose ball inside the box to fire home the winning goal. That strike sealed the Porcupine Warriors’ victory, handing them a 5-3 aggregate win and ending Kwara United’s continental journey at the first preliminary round.…
Gabriel netted a 96th-minute winner as Arsenal came from behind to beat Newcastle United at St James’ Park. The Brazilian defender got his head on the end of Martin Odegaard’s corner to send manager Mikel Arteta and his staff wild on the touchline. Newcastle took the lead in the 35th minute with Sandro Tonali playing a short corner and delivering a cross, which Nick Woltemade headed home when he rose above the falling Gabriel Magalhaes. The Magpies couldn’t hang onto their lead though, as Declan Rice’s cross was headed in off the post by Mikel Merino to draw Arsenal level. The Gunners eventually took all three points…
It was job done in Uyo on Sunday as Rivers United sealed their place in the second qualifying round of the CAF Champions League with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Les Aigles of DR Congo. The decisive moment came late in the first half when Stephen Manyo popped up with the all-important strike to settle the tie. That goal was enough to hand Finidi George’s men a 1-0 aggregate win after edging the first preliminary round contest. The first leg ended goalless in DR Congo last week. Up next for the Pride of Rivers is a tricky clash against Mozambican…
Nigeria’s Falconets are just one step away from booking their ticket to the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup after dismantling Rwanda over two legs in the second round of qualifiers. On Saturday, September 27, at the Lekan Salami Stadium in Ibadan, the Falconets put on a dominant display, thrashing Rwanda 4-0 to wrap up the tie with a commanding 5-0 aggregate victory. It was a performance that underlined their pedigree as one of Africa’s strongest forces at youth level. Up next for the Falconets is a decisive showdown in the final round, where they’ll face either Senegal or Algeria.…
Brentford moved away from the Premier League relegation zone, as Igor Thiago’s first-half brace secured an impressive 3-1 victory over Manchester United, who are now winless in eight away league matches (D2, L6). Having made their worst-ever start to a Premier League campaign with just four points from the opening five rounds, the Bees knew a positive response was needed against the Red Devils. Keith Andrews’ side came flying out the blocks, and their early intent was rewarded inside eight minutes, as Jordan Henderson’s raking long ball released Thiago, who timed his run to perfection to finish emphatically beyond Altay Bayindir. United were trying to…