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Super Eagles star Moses Simon produced a stunning strike to secure Nantes’ first Ligue 1 victory since August, defeating Rennes 1-0 in a drama-filled encounter on Sunday. The Nigerian international’s magnificent effort not only broke his team’s 10-game winless streak but also lifted them clear of the relegation zone. With just two minutes remaining in regular time, Simon created a piece of magic that will be remembered for years to come. Receiving the ball on the left wing, the talented forward showcased his exceptional skill by beating two defenders inside the box before cutting onto his right foot and unleashing…
Arsenal squandered a golden opportunity to close the gap on Premier League leaders Liverpool, settling for a 1-1 draw against Fulham at Craven Cottage in a match that featured prominent displays from Nigerian internationals Alex Iwobi and Calvin Bassey. The result leaves the Gunners six points adrift of Liverpool, who had their Merseyside derby postponed due to adverse weather conditions. The London derby took on added significance with Manchester City’s earlier draw at Crystal Palace opening the door for Arsenal to strengthen their title credentials. However, despite a promising start, the Gunners found themselves behind in the 11th minute when…
Victor Osimhen continued his impressive scoring run in Turkey as Galatasaray overcame early adversity to secure a thrilling 3-2 victory against Sivasspor on Sunday, maintaining their position at the summit of the Turkish Super Lig. The Nigerian international’s crucial penalty conversion helped the league leaders triumph despite playing most of the match with ten men. The drama began early when Galatasaray’s Metechan Baltaci received a straight red card after just 15 minutes for a reckless challenge, leaving the visitors facing an uphill battle. Their difficulties intensified when Garry Rodrigues put Sivasspor ahead ten minutes later, threatening to derail Galatasaray’s impressive…
Cole Palmer etched his name into Premier League history during Chelsea’s thrilling 4-3 comeback victory over Tottenham on Sunday, breaking multiple records including surpassing Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink’s 23-year-old club record for goal contributions in a calendar year. The 22-year-old England international demonstrated nerves of steel as he converted two crucial penalties, including an audacious Panenka for his second, to help orchestrate Chelsea’s remarkable recovery from a two-goal deficit. His first successful spot-kick drew Chelsea level at 2-2 after Yves Bissouma fouled Moises Caicedo, sending Fraser Forster the wrong way to equal Yaya Toure’s record of 11 consecutive Premier League penalties…
Real Madrid talisman Kylian Mbappe has expressed optimism about his team’s preparedness for Tuesday’s crucial Champions League encounter with Atalanta, following Los Blancos’ impressive 2-0 victory over Girona in La Liga. The French superstar’s comments reflect the Spanish giants’ determination to bounce back from their previous European setback. Fresh from their domestic success, Mbappe acknowledged the unique challenges posed by Champions League football while emphasizing Madrid’s readiness for the contest. It’s the Champions League. When you play in the Champions League you always have strong players and strong teams against you,” Mbappe remarked, demonstrating his respect for the competition and…
Chelsea legend Didier Drogba has shared his tactical insight on neutralizing Arsenal’s formidable corner-kick threat, as the Gunners continue to dominate set-piece situations across European football. The former Ivory Coast striker’s analysis comes as Arsenal’s impressive tally of 22 goals from corners since last season remains unmatched across Europe’s top leagues. Following Arsenal’s commanding 2-0 victory over Manchester United, where defenders Jurrien Timber and William Saliba both converted from corner routines, Drogba took to Instagram to outline his strategic solution. “Put someone in front of the corner taker 10m away and tell him to jump so the corner taker won’t…
Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has delivered a brutally honest assessment of his team’s title aspirations, emphasizing that success in the Premier League is impossible without extreme physical commitment. Following his first defeat as United boss in a 2-0 loss to Arsenal, Amorim’s candid remarks highlight the significant gulf between United’s illustrious history and their current standards. Speaking to Sky Sports ahead of their crucial fixture against Nottingham Forest, Amorim laid bare the fundamental requirements for Premier League success. Impossible to win the Premier League without a team that doesn’t run,” the Portuguese manager declared, adding emphatically, “We have to…
The Kwara State University Teaching Hospital in Ilorin has announced plans to conduct a mass burial for unclaimed corpses, some of which have remained in the facility’s morgue for up to a decade. The decision comes as the hospital’s mortuary reaches critical capacity levels, threatening its ability to provide essential services to the community. The hospital, prominently located at the main roundabout along the sawmill and new market area on Taiwo Road in Ilorin, has issued a two-week public notice for families to claim their deceased relatives’ remains. This urgent measure reflects the mounting pressure on the facility’s infrastructure and…
The Nigerian Navy has launched an impressive fleet deployment comprising 15 warships and three helicopters. This significant military operation, unveiled yesterday at Onne, Rivers State, marks this year’s Chief of Naval Staff sea exercise, demonstrating Nigeria’s commitment to protecting its valuable maritime resources and ensuring economic prosperity. The operation, dubbed Exercise ‘DEIN ABAJI’ – meaning ‘Calm Waters’ in the Kalabari language of Rivers State – represents a comprehensive approach to maritime security in the Gulf of Guinea, a region historically challenged by various maritime threats. The choice of name, drawn from the language of an oil-producing community, symbolizes the Navy’s…
A growing crisis in Nigeria’s identity management system has left countless citizens stranded and frustrated as they struggle to modify their National Identity Number (NIN) details, with banks and the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) engaging in a blame game that has exacerbated the situation. The crisis has particularly affected married women attempting to update their maiden names and citizens seeking to correct personal information, leading to frozen bank accounts and numerous transaction difficulties. The widespread problems have emerged from what appears to be a significant technical disconnect between NIMC’s verification system and banking platforms. While NIMC insists its verification…