Author: Oladimeji Adeoye

Oladimeji Adeoye also known as Osniff is a writer, he is mainly into writing sports with vast knowledge of African Sports, and other continental sports. Oladimeji has worked with top news outlets and currently writing with top newspapers in Nigeria.

Super Eagle’s journey to their fourth title has one more mountain to conquer, which is the host nation. Ivory Coast reached the final of the tournament following their 1-0 full-time victory over Dr. Congo last night in the Semi final and will face the Eagles yet again but in the final this time. Nigeria edged Ivory Coast in the second game of group A through Troost Ekong 55th spot kick. Equatorial Guinea and Nigeria scale through to the round of 16 in group A, while Ivory Coast made it as one of the best third places. It’s Super Eagle’s first…

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The Super Eagles of Nigeria reached the final of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations for the first time in 11 years after a terrific performance against the Bafana Bafana of South Africa.  The game which extended to extra time was finally decided by penalty shoot out. Nigeria beat South Africa to reach the final. First half: The game kicked off with both sides looking disciplined and avoiding noticeable errors. In the 15th minute, South Africa had a better of the ball possession, utilizing the vulnerability of Nigeria in the midfield. The first half ended on a barren draw as…

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Chippa United Chairman Siviwe Chippa Mpengesi has revealed that he and the Club will be supporting Stanley Nwabali tonight against Bafana Bafana of South Africa when both nations battle each other for the AFCON final.  Nigeria shot stopper Stanley Nwabali has been with the South African outfit, Chippa United, since 2022 where he was spotted by the Super Eagles head coach Jose Peseiro. Stanley Nwabali was first capped during preparatory friendlies before the commencement of the 2023 AFCON. His confidence and reliability has now earned him the number 1 spot in the Eagles team. In his 5 games so far…

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Chelsea boss Mauricio Pochettino has made an honest assertion in regards to coaching Chelsea Football Club. The Argentine disclosed that having Chelsea job as the head coach is one of the toughest.  Having made his stints In England with Southampton and Tottenham Hotspur, Pochettino returned to the Premier League, signing a two-year contract with Chelsea Football Club. “It’s a tough job. It’s a difficult job here at Chelsea. But at the same time, it’s an exciting project”. “Knowing it’s difficult, in this type of moment we are living in a situation that is not nice, we can learn. It’s a…

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Super Eagles talisman Victor Osimhen has been declared not fit to travel with the team to Boukare due to abdominal discomfort the Napoli striker is experiencing.  “Members of the team traveled from Abidjan to Bouaké today via a 10pm Air Côte d’Ivoire flight. Osimhen did not, however, make the trip as a result of abdominal discomfort.” According to the Super Eagles, one of the team’s medical Doctors has been asked to stay with the player while his progress is monitored. He will join the team when he’s declared fit. “Team medics confirmed that he has been placed under close watch,…

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Manchester United has announced that Lisandro Martínez has sustained an injury on his knee which will keep him out of action for 8 weeks. “Lisandro Martinez has sustained an injury to the medial collateral ligament in his knee and is expected to be out of action for at least eight weeks.” According to the club, Martinez was subbed off in the 71st minute during their Premier League clash against the Hammers yesterday. “The Argentine defender left the field in the 71st minute of our 3-0 win over West Ham United at Old Trafford on Sunday.” The club also wished him…

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The Egypt Football Association today announced the sack of national team head coach Rui Vitoria following their horrendous exit from the ongoing 2023 AFCON in Côte d’Ivoire.  In a released statement, the Egypt FA Directors appreciated the Portuguese and his members of staff. Furthermore, the EFA added that the national team will be spearheaded by former Al Ahly coach Mohamed Youseff. Egypt lost Mohamed Salah after their second game of the group stage and were knocked out by Dr. Congo during the round of 16 via a penalty shootout. Egypt’s journey to their dream 8th ended with their inability to…

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Arsenal defeated Liverpool to rebuild their title hopes at the Emirates Stadium. Mikel Arteta’s boys resilience earned them a 3-1 emphatic victory over their tormentor Liverpool. First half: Arsenal took the lead in the 13th minute, all thanks to Bukayo Saka who converted a rebounce from Allison Becker. Gabriel’s own goal returned Liverpool to the game, leveling up 1-1 at half-time. Second Half: The second half started with high spirits from both teams. Gabriel Martineli took advantage of Virgil Van Dijks and Allison Becker’s lack of communication to set Arsenal ahead in the 66th minute. Liverpool’s chances to get a…

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Wolves beat Chelsea this afternoon following a 2-4 scoreline after full-time at Stamford Bridge. Matheus Cunha’s hat trick was enough for the visitors, who smiled home with the deserving three points. Despite Chelsea grabbing an early lead via Cole Palmer’s 19th-minute goal, Chelsea lost the first half through Matheus Cunha’s equalizer and Disasi’s horrendous own goal. However, Chelsea had better control of the first half with 63% ball possession against their visitors who managed 37%. Wolves continued their goal prowess in the second half, adding up to their lead through another brilliant strike from Matheus Cunha in the 63rd minute.…

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All 24 participating Nations have been trimmed to 4 following four rounds of Group stages, Round of 16, Quarter finals and now the Semi finals. Four countries booked their qualifications, beginning with the Super Eagles who edged the Stable Antelopes of Angola in a vigorous and slim victory of 1-0. The Super Eagles of Nigeria will lock horns against the Bafana Bafana of South Africa, who made their way to the last four after beating Cape Verde on a penalty shoot out. Regardless of the two red cards host Nation Côte d’Ivoire had in the first and second halves against…

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The 20 year old Northern Ireland right back has been consoled by the club via their website: “Liverpool youngster Conor Bradley lost his Dad to death today. “Liverpool FC is deeply saddened by the death of Conor Bradley’s father, Joe, today. The thoughts of everybody at the club are with Conor and all the Bradley family at this very difficult and sad time. On behalf of Conor, LFC strongly urges that the family’s privacy is fully respected at this time.” Conor was called up into the senior team following Trent Alexander Arnold injury, his brilliance in games he has featured…

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The Super Eagles of Nigeria last night reached a milestone for the most appearances in the African Cup of Nations since its inception in 1957. History was made following Nigeria’s 1-0 victory over the Stable Antelopes of Angola in the quarter-finals round of the tournament in Abidjan, Ivory Coast. Many football enthusiasts had lessened their hope for Nigeria after their stringent encounter against the Equatorial Guinea where they were held to a 1-1 in the second game of group A. They have now risen with a shock performance defiling every odds to reach the last four in the 2023 edition.…

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The Super Eagles of Nigeria triumphed over the Stable Antelopes of Angola to reach the final four following a 1-0 victory at full-time.  Ademola Lookman rescued Nigeria again, scoring the lone goal that separated both sides after a stringent 90 minutes of play. First Half: The first half was intense, with both sides looking dangerous and promising. Of course, Nigeria took the lead in the late minutes of the first half. It was an excellent drive from Simon Moses who provided the assist to Ademola Lookman – he placed the goal beyond the reach of the Angola goalkeeper, giving Nigeria…

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Barcelona forward Asisat Oshoala has reached an agreement to join United States outfit Bay Area FC on loan until the end of the season. According to Barcelona, the six times Africa Best player (female) contract is due to end at the end of the season; she will join the American club immediately with no option to return to Barcelona. “An agreement has been reached between FC Barcelona and Bay FC from the National Women’s Soccer League in the United States of America for the transfer of Nigerian striker Asisat Oshoala, whose contract was set to end on 30 June 2024.…

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Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham has showered encomium on Carlos Ancelloti for his new role and scoring prowess since joining the club during the summer.  During an exclusive interview with Real Madrid TV, the English midfielder explained how his playing a different role has helped step up his game. Jude said while at Dortmund he played deep, but he has been given the freedom to move upfront and everywhere on the pitch. “My role has changed since I came to this club. At Dortmund, I scored quite a few goals, but I played further back. It was more difficult to…

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The Nigeria Premier Football League has announced a new date for the second round of the 2023-24 season. The return leg, which was originally scheduled to begin February 3, 2024, has been extended to February 14, 2024. In the document sent to clubs by the Chief Operating Officer of the league organizer endorsed by Prince Davidson Owumi, it was stated that the decision was agreed so as to capture the complete attention of players, fans, and all other stakeholders at this time of the prime African football tournament. The statement sincerely regrets any disruption this new arrangement would cause the…

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Liverpool manager Jürgen Klopp reached 200 Premier League wins last night when his side leveled Chelsea in a 5 goals thriller match at Anfield.  The 56 year old has overseen 318 Premier League games for Liverpool – in those games he has won 200, drew 74 and lost 44. Liverpool extended their lead on the Premier League log by five points ahead of arch rival Manchester City, who has a game at hand. The first half ended with a 2-0 lead from Liverpool, Diogo Jota and youngster Conor Bradley who has been pivotal since the absence of vice Captain Trent…

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Super Eagles defender Kenneth Omeruo has revealed that there’s no possibility that Friday’s tie against Angola will end in a stalemate. The Kasimpasa defender believes a win will separate both sides. “We have absolutely no need to go into back-and-forth chatter with any team. The Super Eagles are in Cote d’Ivoire for serious business. We have not played Angola for a long time, but I remember we played them in 2012 in a friendly, and it ended in a draw. I have also read of how previous encounters between the two countries have been quite close. “There is no possibility…

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The 2023 Africa Cup of Nations has been an unexpected kind of tournament, as football enthusiasts are currently witnessing massive surprises in every round.   The tie between the Bafana Bafana of South Africa and the Atlas Lions of Morocco, in which the Moroccans were beaten, means none of the top 5 ranked African Nations made it beyond the round of 16 – a testament depicting the unpredictable nature of AFCON. Morocco, who ranks 13th in the World and first in Africa following their transcendent performance in the 2022 FIFA World Cup as the first African nations to ever reach the…

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Manchester United’s first team coach Erik ten Hag has confirmed the return of Cameroon shot stopper Andre Onana following Cameroon’s exit at the ongoing AFCON in Côte d’Ivoire. Onana was in the goal post in Red Devils’ last Premier League game against Tottenham—a feat that made him miss Cameroon’s first AFCON game against Guinea. Realizing how rigorous their second group game could be, Rigobert Song called up experienced Onana into the first team against Senegal where he conceded 3 goals which was Cameroon most defeat suffered before being eliminated by Nigeria in the round of 16. According to multiple reports,…

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The host nation of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, Côte d’Ivoire has defied every (odds) to reach the quarter-finals round after defeating the defending Champions Senegal in an explosive encounter last night. Senegal, who won the 2021 edition of the AFCON title, lost on penalties following a 1-1 full time score line in Charles Konan Banny Stadium (Yamoussoukro). Senegal got an early lead in the 4th minute through Al Shabab forward Habib Daillo strike. Côte d’Ivoire responded in the 86th minute via Frankie Kessie’s spot kick to level on the score line of 1-1—extending the game to an extra…

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The Super Eagles head coach, Jose Peseiro, on his Social Media page praised the resilience put in by his boys after they defeated the Indomitable Lions of Cameroon last night during the round of 16 2023 AFCON. Nigeria triumphed over Cameroon (all thanks to Ademola Lookman’s brace) to book their spot in the last eight and will battle Angola on Friday in an expected mouth-watering encounter. “Yesterday against Cameroon we got an excellent win, in yet another game without conceding a goal and where our boys were huge.” Peseiro said the victory and performance has done Nigerians proud , that…

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Barcelona head coach, Xavi Hernandez, has made a massive decision to step down as Barcelona head coach at the end of the current season.  During his post match interviews in which they were humbled by Villarreal, Xavi said his family has suffered due to his absence, and it’s time he returns to his role as a father and also be readily available for them. Furthermore, the Barcelona legend made emphasis on how everyone of Barcelona coaches gets criticized, which recently has affected their well-being. “I would like to announce that I will NOT continue as the Barça coach after June.”…

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Jürgen Klopp has announced his decision to quit the club as Liverpool manager at the end of the current season. The German in his interview with Liverpool broke the unexpected information to the Liverpool owners. Klopp will guide the team all through the current season before bringing the curtain down on a glorious eight-and-a-half-year managerial reign at Anfield, in which the club won six major trophies under his guidance. Klopp joined Liverpool on October 8, 2015, and left a glorious footprint of lifting the Club’s first Premier League title after 30 years, he aided the team to their first UEFA…

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Manchester United has provided an update on Anthony Martial following a successful surgery the French forward underwent.   The Red Devils asserted that his surgery has been successful and he would spend 10 weeks out through his recovery process. “Manchester United striker Anthony Martial has completed successful surgery to address a groin complaint and will be out of action for about 10 weeks as he rehabilitates. We wish Anthony a speedy recovery and look forward to his return.” The 28-year-old has made 13 appearances in the Premier League, 4 caps in the UEFA Champions League and has been featured 2 times…

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Liverpool manager during one of his interviews with the club provided the recent update on injured Mohamed Salah. Jürgen Klopp said Liverpool and Egypt are keen on his return: “I don’t want to be part of this story. Liverpool and also Egypt both want Mo Salah to be fit as soon as possible”. Jürgen Klopp worries about keeping Salah in Africa where proper treatment is not guaranteed to delay his recovery process: “If Salah stays in Africa, and they can’t do the proper treatment, it will delay everything, and it’s an issue”. “We bring Mo here not to take him…

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The Confederation of Africa Football (CAF) Disciplinary Committee has imposed sanctions on Morocco Football Federation, Morocco national team head coach Walid Regragui and Dr. Congo following the post-match incident during the AFCON fixture between Morocco and the Democratic Republic of Congo on Sunday 21 January 2024. The CAF Disciplinary Board has released the verdict on the matter involving both the Federations and Coach Walid Regragui guilty on separate charges and ruled as follows: 1. Imposed a fine of USD 20,000 on the Federation Royale Marocaine de Football 2. Imposed a fine of USD 20,000 on the Federation Congolese de Football…

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The Ivorian Football Federation has discontinued their partnership with the first team head coach Jean-Louis Gasset regardless of AFCON qualification possibility. Ivory Coast finished third place in Group A after picking three points from the available 9 – winning one and losing two games to Equatorial Guinea and Nigeria who progressed to the next round with seven points respectively. A statement from the Ivory Coast Football Federation (FIF) on social media asserted that head coach Gasset, and his assistant Ghislain Printant’s contract have been terminated due to bad results. “The Federation Ivoirienne de Football expresses its regrets for the performance…

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Championship side, Watford FC has announced the signing of former player Emmanuel Dennis who returns to the club on loan from Nottingham Forest till the end of the current season. “Watford FC is delighted to announce the return of Emmanuel Dennis, with the forward agreeing a loan deal with the Hornets until the end of the season.” Dennis joined the Hornet in June 2021 from Belgium outfit Club Brugge where he was capped 119 times with 29 goals to his name. With Watford, Dennis featured 35 times for the Hornets during the 2021/22 Premier League season – including two appearances…

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The Ghanian Football Federation has announced that Chris Hughton has been sacked following his poor performance in the ongoing AFCON in Côte D’Ivoire.  The Black Stars failed to win any of their three group games, amassing two points from two draws and a loss in group B. Ghanaian fans were put into colossal disappointment on Monday evening when they blew away a 2-0 lead in the added minutes against Mozambique. Ghana conceded two late goals in the 92th and 94th minutes respectively to finish third place in Group C. The Association announced the dissolution of the technical crew and would…

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