Kano Pillars emerged victorious in a thrilling derby clash against El-kanemi Warriors, securing a hard-fought 2-1 win at the Sani Abacha Stadium on Wednesday. The hosts, who had managed only one win in their last five matches, were under immense pressure to deliver a much-needed victory. Despite a goalless first half, both teams created several…
The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has announced major changes to matchday 24 fixtures, with two high-profile games now set for Saturday, 15 February 2024. Nasarawa United will host Remo Stars at the Lafia City Stadium at 4 pm, while Kano Pillars will face Abia Warriors at the Sani Abacha Stadium in Kano. Both matches…
The unbeaten streak of Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) of Ibadan was halted on Wednesday after the Oluyole Warriors lost 2-0 to Kwara United of Ilorin. Muhammed Kabiru and Abdullahi Ojifinmi scored in the 21st and 57th minute of the rescheduled matchday 20 fixtures played ar the Rashidi Yekini Mainbowl of the George Innih Stadium,…
Recipients of the second edition of the Nigeria National League (NNL) Monthly Awards, powered by Prostar and Spotlight Hub, will receive their prizes on Thursday, February 13, at the NNL Secretariat in Wuse Zone 7, Obasanjo Street, Abuja. The prestigious ceremony will celebrate seven awardees across various categories, with notable guests including former Nigeria Football…
Phoenix Suns superstar Kevin Durant has etched his name in NBA history, becoming the eighth player ever to score 30,000 career points. The 36-year-old reached the milestone with a free throw during the Suns’ 119-112 loss to the Memphis Grizzlies, finishing the game with 34 points. Durant, a 15-time All-Star, achieved the feat in his…
World number seven, Elena Rybakina, has expressed her disappointment after the WTA upheld its ban on her former coach, Stefano Vukov. The decision follows an independent investigation into Vukov’s conduct, which allegedly breached the WTA’s Code of Conduct. The 37-year-old Croat, who helped Rybakina win Wimbledon in 2022, was provisionally suspended in January, and the…
Manchester United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe is reportedly planning further redundancies at the club as part of a sweeping cost-cutting initiative. The move comes after the club reported staggering losses of nearly £300 million over the past three years, a situation described as “unsustainable” by insiders. While the exact number of job cuts remains unclear,…
SOCCER fireworks light up Olubadan Stadium on Valentine’s Day Star fixture as VIA Academy tackles De Pride FC in the 88th edition of the Ibadan Football Council (IFC) LEAGUE. VIA FA, which finished third in the last edition of the League, are up against familiar foes in De Pride FC. Revenge would be on De…
The Copa del Rey semifinal draw has been finalized, setting the stage for two thrilling encounters. Barcelona will face Atletico Madrid in a high-stakes clash, while Real Madrid will go head-to-head with Real Sociedad. The draw, conducted at the Spanish Football Federation headquarters, promises intense battles as the teams vie for a spot in the…
Real Madrid’s Vinicius Junior has overtaken Lionel Messi in the UEFA Champions League knockout stage assists record after setting up Jude Bellingham in a thrilling 3-2 victory over Manchester City. The Brazilian superstar’s clever play broke through City’s defense, allowing Bellingham to slot home the decisive goal, cementing Vinicius’ place in the competition’s history. The…
