By Vivian Ahanmisi Belgium produced a commanding display to defeat the United States 4-1 and book a FIFA World Cup quarter-final meeting with Spain. The last-16 encounter in Seattle was overshadowed by controversy surrounding USA striker Folarin Balogun’s eligibility after FIFA suspended his one-match ban before kick-off. Balogun had originallyContinue Reading
By Vivian Ahanmisi Portugal reached the FIFA World Cup Round of 16 after defeating Croatia 2-1 in a dramatic knockout contest filled with VAR controversy, late twists and Cristiano Ronaldo’s historic contribution. Portugal dominated the opening exchanges, with Cristiano Ronaldo leading the attack alongside Pedro Neto and Rafael Leão, forcingContinue Reading
Abdulrahman Yahaya Football fans and stakeholders have lamented travel restrictions and visa ban on referees, players and fans at the ongoing FIFA World Cup in the U.S., Canada and Mexico. Ghana’s Thomas Partey is the latest as he was denied entry into Canada on grounds of his ongoing case inContinue Reading
Abdulrahman Yahaya Super Eagles and Fulham midfielder, Alex Iwobi, says he is excited as he gets set to make his 100th appearance for the Super Eagles of Nigeria against Portugal on Wednesday. The former Arsenal playmaker made his debut for Nigeria in a friendly match against DR Congo in Visé,Continue Reading
By Victor Okoye FIFA World Cup-bound Jordan fought hard to secure a 2-2 draw against Nigeria in Tuesday’s international friendly. Nigeria ended their March window with a 2-2 draw at Mardan Sports Complex, Antalya, after Jordan impressed through Mousa Tamari’s 17th-minute opener. The Super Eagles responded after a disallowed RaphaelContinue Reading
By Victor Okoye Lanre Onilu, the Director-General of the National Orientation Agency (NOA), has defended Victor Osimhen, following his on-pitch altercation with teammate Ademola Lookman during Nigeria’s Round of 16 match against Mozambique. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the incident occurred in the 63rd minute of playContinue Reading
