Several Nigerian players were in action over the weekend in the active Premier League and Italian Serie A. In Serie A, Fisayo Dele-Bashiru scored his second goal in nine games for Lazio, helping his team secure a 1-1 draw against Atalanta. Dele-Bashiru has now scored four goals in 14 games across all competitions this season….
AC Milan has officially announced the dismissal of head coach Paulo Fonseca following a disappointing 1-1 draw against AS Roma. The decision comes amid a challenging season for the Rossoneri, who currently sit eighth in Serie A with just 27 points after 17 matches. Fonseca’s tenure has been marred by inconsistent performances and reported tensions…
Liverpool delivered a clinical 5-0 thrashing of West Ham United at London Stadium late on Sunday evening to further solidify their position at the top of the Premier League table. The Reds dominated the first half, scoring three goals through Luis Diaz, Cody Gakpo, and Mohamed Salah. The rout party began in the 12th minute…
Wolverhampton Wanderers secured a dramatic 2-2 draw against Tottenham Hotspur at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Sunday. The match was a pulsating Premier League contest that saw both teams create numerous scoring opportunities. Hwang Hee-chan’s stunning curler from the edge of the box gave Wolves an early lead in the 6th minute. However, Tottenham responded…
Nottingham Forest jumped to second place in the Premier League table, at least temporarily for the next 24 hours, after securing a 2-0 win over Everton at Goodison Park. Despite losing key defender Murillo to injury in the warm-up, Forest delivered another spirited away performance under Nuno Espirito Santo. The visitors took the lead in…
Manchester City ended their five-match winless streak with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Leicester City at the King Power Stadium. The win marked City’s first away victory in nine matches and propelled them to fifth place in the Premier League. City started confidently, with a verve and zip to their passing in the opening minutes….
The Best League in the World for December 2024 has been officially recognized as the English Premier League (EPL), according to the latest rankings released by FIFA and supported by various football analytics platforms. This prestigious title highlights the EPL’s unmatched global appeal, competitive intensity, and high-quality football, solidifying its status as the pinnacle of…
Victor Osimhen, born on December 29, 1998, in Lagos, Nigeria, has rapidly ascended to prominence in the world of football. As he celebrates his 25th birthday today, we reflect on his remarkable career journey, marked by determination, skill, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. Early life and career beginnings Osimhen’s passion for football began at…
Arsenal’s star winger, Bukayo Saka, has shared an uplifting message from his hospital bed following surgery for a torn right hamstring sustained during the recent 5-1 victory over Crystal Palace. The 23-year-old expressed gratitude to fans and emphasized his determination to return stronger, stating, “The majority see obstacles, but few see the opportunities. Recovery has…
Atalanta’s impressive 11-match winning streak in Serie A came to an end as they were held to a 1-1 draw by Lazio, thanks to a late equalizer from Marco Brescianini. The league leaders were denied a 12th consecutive victory despite a spirited performance. Going into the match at the Stadio Olimpico, Atalanta were unbeaten since…
