Olatunji Olajide

Gift Orban Set to Join Hoffenheim in January Transfer Deal

Super Eagles invitee, Gift Orban has arrived in Germany to finalize his move from Olympique Lyon to Bundesliga side Hoffenheim, according to reports. The transfer, expected to be completed during the January window, will mark a fresh start for the 21-year-old Nigerian

by Olatunji Olajide

January 3, 2025

Knicks Extend Streak to Nine, Ivey Stretchered Off in Pistons’ Win

Karl-Anthony Towns powered the New York Knicks to their ninth consecutive victory on Wednesday, delivering 31 points and 21 rebounds in a commanding 119-103 win over the Utah Jazz. Josh Hart notched his second straight triple-double with 15 points, 14 rebounds, and

by Olatunji Olajide

January 2, 2025

Gunners Rise Above Illness to Rekindle Title Dreams

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has disclosed that a virus outbreak disrupted his squad’s preparations for their crucial 3-1 Premier League victory against Brentford on Wednesday. German forward Kai Havertz was sent home after falling ill, while midfielder Declan Rice, also affected, could

by Olatunji Olajide

January 2, 2025

Chukwueze Out for a Month with Hamstring Injury

AC Milan winger Samuel Chukwueze is set to miss at least a month after suffering a hamstring injury during last weekend’s 1-1 draw against Roma. The Nigerian international, who displayed moments of brilliance in his 62 minutes on the pitch, went down

by Olatunji Olajide

January 2, 2025

Birrell Shocks Navarro as Dimitrov Powers into Brisbane Quarter-Finals

Australian wildcard Kimberly Birrell delivered a stunning upset on Wednesday, toppling second seed Emma Navarro at the Brisbane International, while defending men’s champion Grigor Dimitrov cruised into the quarter-finals. Birrell, ranked 113, defied expectations with a composed 6-4, 6-3 victory over world

by Olatunji Olajide

January 1, 2025

Kazakhstan Ends Germany’s United Cup Defence as Zverev Withdraws

Kazakhstan stunned defending champions Germany to book their spot in the United Cup semi-finals, with a 2-0 victory in Perth on Wednesday. Elena Rybakina set the tone, delivering a dominant 6-3, 6-1 win over Laura Siegemund in the opening match of the

by Olatunji Olajide

January 1, 2025

Celtics Crush Raptors in Historic Blowout to Close the Year

The Boston Celtics ended the year with a statement victory, demolishing the Toronto Raptors 125-71 in one of the most lopsided games in franchise history. Boston’s 54-point margin was their second-largest win ever, trailing only a 56-point blowout of Chicago in 2018.

by Olatunji Olajide

January 1, 2025

Brown Ideye Makes Enyimba Debut in Stalemate Against Bendel Insurance

Nigeria international Brown Ideye made his first appearance for Enyimba as a late substitute in their goalless draw against Bendel Insurance on Tuesday in Aba during the Nigeria Premier Football League match. Stanley Eguma also marked his managerial debut for the People’s

by Olatunji Olajide

January 1, 2025

Wolves Striker Matheus Cunha Handed Two-Game Ban for Misconduct

Wolves forward Matheus Cunha has been suspended for two matches by the Football Association following a confrontation with Ipswich security earlier this month. The Brazilian striker, 25, was fined £80,000 for misconduct after elbowing an Ipswich staff member and forcibly removing his

by Olatunji Olajide

December 31, 2024

Sergio Conceicao Ready to Revive AC Milan’s Glory as He Takes Charge of Struggling Side

Sergio Conceicao, newly appointed manager of AC Milan, expressed pride in taking on the challenge of restoring the club to its former glory, with his first task being a high-stakes showdown against Juventus—where his son plays. Conceicao, who succeeded Paulo Fonseca after

by Olatunji Olajide

December 31, 2024

Amorim Declares Man United Must “Fight” After Defeat to Newcastle Leaves Them in Relegation Battle

Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has warned that his team faces a fight for Premier League survival after a 2-0 loss to Newcastle on Monday left them 14th in the table, just seven points above the relegation zone. United, who have suffered

by Olatunji Olajide

December 31, 2024

Raducanu Withdraws from Auckland Classic Amid Back Injury Concerns

Emma Raducanu’s preparations for the Australian Open have hit another setback as the 22-year-old British star withdrew from the Auckland Classic on Tuesday due to a back injury. Raducanu, ranked 56th, described the injury as a “back niggle” and will now head

by Olatunji Olajide

December 31, 2024

Rybakina Shines at United Cup, Enjoys Early Success with Coach Ivanisevic

Elena Rybakina powered Kazakhstan into the quarter-finals of the United Cup mixed team tournament on Monday, securing a commanding 6-4, 6-3 victory over Maria Sakkari of Greece. The win followed Alexander Shevchenko’s stunning upset of Stefanos Tsitsipas, propelling Kazakhstan to a dominant

by Olatunji Olajide

December 30, 2024

Salah Shines in Liverpool’s West Ham Rout but Remains ‘Far Away’ From New Contract

Mohamed Salah delivered another standout performance in Liverpool’s 5-0 demolition of West Ham, but the Egyptian star revealed that he is still “far away” from agreeing a new contract with the Premier League leaders. Salah, who scored one goal and set up

by Olatunji Olajide

December 30, 2024

CAF Fines Libya $50,000, Enforces Stadium Ban Over Misconduct

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has slapped Libya with a $50,000 fine and ordered the national team to play two matches behind closed doors following incidents of supporter and official misconduct during their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier against

by Olatunji Olajide

December 30, 2024

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