Rivers United manager, Stanley Eguma has pinpointed his tactical input for his side’s victory against Motema Pembe on Thursday. The Nigerian champions defeated the Congolese 3-1 in the CAF Confederation Cup matchday four encounter at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo. Ghanaian star, Paul Acquah scored all three goals for Rivers United. Eguma, who hailed … Read more
Ghanaian star, Paul Acquah scored a hat-trick as Rivers United regained the top spot in Group B of the CAF Confederation Cup following a 3-1 victory against Daring Club Motema Pembe of the Democratic Republic of Congo in Uyo. The matchday four encounter was moved from Wednesday to Thursday afternoon following the Congolese team’s failure … Read more
Rangers head coach, Abdu Maikaba reckoned his team’s State Federation Cup success will be a motivating factor ahead of their rescheduled Nigeria Premier Football League clash against Rivers United. The Flying Antelopes thrashed amateur club, Ingas FC 5-1 on Wednesday to successfully defend their title. Godwin Obaje bagged a brace, while Chidera Eze, Innocent Gabriel … Read more
The CAF Confederation Cup Group B matchday four encounter between Nigerian champions, Rivers United and DC Motema Pembe of Democratic Republic of Congo will now be played on Thursday (today). The game will be played at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo. The match was originally scheduled to take place on Wednesday but was postponed … Read more
Crown FC coach, Anthony Echo says his team’s shocking ouster from the Federation Cup is an eye opener. The Ajilete Warriors were knocked out of the competition on penalties by amateur club, Iseyin Rocks FC. Echo disclosed to DAILY POST that his team will take positives from the defeat and improve before the new Nigeria … Read more
The CAF Confederation Cup matchday four encounter between Rivers United and Daring Club Motema Pembe have been put off following the non arrival of the Congolese. The encounter was scheduled to take place at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo this evening. CAF is now expected to make a decision on the game soon after … Read more
Rivers United take on Daring Club Motema Pembe of the Democratic Republic of Congo today in their CAF Confederation Cup matchday four encounters to secure a place in the quarter-finals. The Nigerian champions defeated the Congolese side 1-0 away on matchday three. Ghana midfielder, Paul Acquah netted the winning goal early in the second half. … Read more
Flying Eagles head coach, Ladan Bosso will have till April 10 to submit his provisional list of 50 players for the 2023 FIFA U-20 World Cup. Bosso will name his final 21-man squad for the World Cup from the list. The Flying Eagles are among the four African teams that will feature at the U-20 … Read more
Nigeria’s President-elect, Bola Tinubu, has said the Certificate of Return presented to him by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is like a “World Cup” trophy. He made this remark while on a a visit to the palace of the Oba of Lagos, Rilwan Akinolu, on Sunday. Tinubu, who contested on the platform of the … Read more
The Flying Eagles will know their group opponents at the 2023 U-20 FIFA World Cup on March 31. Indonesia will host the competition from May 20 to June 11. The Flying Eagles booked a spot in the competition after beating the Hippos of Uganda in their quarter-final tie at the ongoing 2023 Africa U-20 Cup … Read more
Flying Eagles head coach, Ladan Bosso says the team is now firmly focused on winning a record extending eighth title at the 2023 Africa U-20 Cup of Nations. The West Africans zoomed into the semi-final after defeating the Hippos of Uganda 1-0 at the Suez Canal Stadium, Ismailia on Thursday. The victory also ensured the … Read more
Super Eagles head coach, Jose Peseiro has celebrated the Flying Eagles passage to the semi-final at the 2023 Africa U-20 Cup of Nations. Peseiro also felicitated with the team for securing a place at the 2023 FIFA U-20 World Cup. The Flying Eagles achieved both feats after beating the Hippos of Uganda 1-0. in their … Read more
Nigeria’s Flying Eagles are through to the semi-finals at the 2023 Africa U-20 World Cup following a 1-0 win over the Hippos of Uganda. The seven-time champions also secured a place at the 2023 FIFA U-20 World Cup after the hard-earned victory. The Hippos were the better side in the opening minutes and came close … Read more
Manchester United manager, Erik ten Hag, has hailed “dominating” defender Harry Maguire and Wout Weghorst after they beat West Ham 3-1 to reach the FA Cup quarter-final. United fell behind to Said Benrahma’s goal after half-time. But a Nayef Aguerd own goal and late goals from Alejandro Garnacho and Fred sealed a comeback win. The … Read more
Nigeria’s Flying Eagles and the Hippos of Uganda will do battle on Thursday (today) in a quarter-final fixture at the ongoing 2023 Africa U-20 Cup of Nations. The winner of the contest will be among Africa’s four representatives at the 2023 FIFA U-20 World Cup to be hosted by Indonesia later in the year. The … Read more
The eight teams left in the FA Cup this season have been drawn against each other. The draw for the quarter-final was conducted after Wednesday’s matches. Manchester United, who came from behind to beat West Ham 3-1, will host Fulham. Their rivals Manchester City welcome Burnley to the Etihad, while Brighton take on Grimsby. FA … Read more
Former Manchester United star, Roy Keane has slammed West Ham and Tottenham after the Red Devils beat the Hammers 3-1 at Old Trafford in the FA Cup on Wednesday evening. Erik ten Hag’s side came from behind to secure a place in the FA Cup quarter-final and set a date with Fulham. West Ham would … Read more
Leicester City forward, Kelechi Iheanacho was disappointed to see the Foxes exit the Emirates FA Cup. Iheanacho was on target in Leicester City’s 2-1 defeat to Blackburn Rovers at the King Power Stadium. Brendan Rodgers’ side were the overwhelming favourites to win the second Round of 16 contest but were stunned by the visitors. Blackburn … Read more
Nigeria Premier Football League side, Abia Warriors have been knocked out of the Federations Cup by amateur club, Ahudiya FC. Enyimba are now favourites to win the Federation Cup in the state following their shocking exit. The 2022 Abia State Federations Cup champions were held to a 1-1 draw by their visitor in the regulation … Read more
At least four teams booked their places in the FA quarter-final following Tuesday’s ties. Manchester City midfielder, Phil Foden, scored twice as the Premier League champions thrashed Bristol City 3-0. Kevin De Bruyne rounded off the scoring with a sublime finish from 25 yards. Second-tier Blackburn Rovers eliminated Leicester City winning 2-1. Tyrhys Dolan and … Read more