Just when you thought the 2023 AFCON had exhausted its thrill reserves, Nigeria and South Africa delivered a heart-stopping rollercoaster ride in the semifinals. The Super Eagles were on the brink of glory, then seemingly on the ropes, before edging through a nail-biting penalty shootout to book their place in the final. After a tight, […]
Nigerian fans and teammates were thrilled to hear that Victor Osimhen has been declared fit for Wednesday’s crucial Africa Cup of Nations semi-final against South Africa. The star striker is expected to slot right back into the starting lineup, bolstering the Super Eagles’ attack alongside Ademola Lookman and Simon Moses. Coach Jose Peseiro is likely […]
The 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) semifinals are set, and excitement is brewing around a potential showdown between two West African giants: Nigeria and Ivory Coast. This fiery prediction comes from none other than John Obi-Mikel, former Super Eagles captain, and Chelsea legend. Both teams secured their spots in the semifinals with contrasting victories. […]
After a goalless first leg, Leeds United finally edged past Plymouth Argyle 4-1 in a thrilling FA Cup fourth-round replay that stretched into extra time. Both sides struggled in the wet and windy conditions initially, but Leeds soon found their rhythm with Mateo Joseph and Joel Piroe rattling the woodwork. Plymouth responded with promising attacks […]
Coventry City turned on the second-half heat, crushing Sheffield Wednesday 4-1 to advance to the FA Cup fifth round. The Sky Blues, winless in three, found their spark thanks to Callum O’Hare’s brace within seven minutes. Wednesday, already struggling in the Championship, held their own initially, canceling out Kasey Palmer’s early opener through Bailey-Tye Cadamarteri. […]
Nigeria’s joy reached new heights as striker Victor Osimhen received medical clearance to play in their crucial Africa Cup of Nations semifinal against South Africa on Wednesday. Concerns gripped the nation on Monday when Osimhen, named African Player of the Year just last week, remained behind due to stomach discomfort. He was later conditionally allowed […]
Liverpool midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai is facing another spell on the sidelines after picking up a hamstring injury. This comes just after his return from a similar issue that kept him out for four games, including the FA Cup tie against Arsenal. Reports in Hungary suggest a recovery time of three to four weeks, which would […]
Despite recent fan unrest and a disappointing home loss to Wolves, Chelsea are currently holding off on making another managerial change this season. However, the pressure is mounting on Mauricio Pochettino to quickly improve the team’s performance and results. The 4-2 defeat sparked chants for former manager Jose Mourinho and ex-owner Roman Abramovich, highlighting fan […]
Nigerian star striker Victor Osimhen’s participation in the AFCON semi-final against South Africa hangs in the balance after he missed the team’s flight to Bouaké due to abdominal discomfort. Team officials confirmed on Monday night that Osimhen is under close medical observation in Abidjan and will not travel with the squad initially. However, there’s a […]