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Fati, Lamptey Injury Blow for Brighton ahead of Greece Trip

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2 years ago

November 30, 2023

Brighton have lost injured pair Ansu Fati and Tariq Lamptey “for a long time”, manager Roberto De Zerbi has said ahead of the Europa League clash with AEK Athens.

Winger Fati lasted just 21 minutes of Saturday’s 3-2 Premier League win over Nottingham Forest, while full-back Lamptey went off 13 minutes later at the City Ground.

De Zerbi told the club’s official website: “Ansu and Lamptey are both injured. We have lost them for a long time I think.

“But the focus is on the players who can play tomorrow. We will have to compete. I don’t know if we will win but we will fight to win the game for sure.”

De Zerbi insists his side are good enough to compete at the same level in both Europe and domestically.

The Seagulls sit three points above their Greek opponents in Group B and only need a draw to qualify for the knockout phase, while Brighton sealed their first league win since September in Nottingham at the weekend.

De Zerbi told a press conference: “We are good enough to compete in Europa League and Premier League. We are reaching the best level of mentality.

“We showed great mentality against Nottingham Forest. We spent 90 minutes with a lot of difficulty but the win was nice for our fans.

“I think we are improving and adapting to play in big stadiums in Europe but these are normal things in football. I think we are in one of the best moments from when the season started. We can fight and play on our level.”

Brighton are undefeated in Europe away from home this term, after a 2-2 draw with Marseille and 2-0 win over Ajax and De Zerbi insists his side will not underestimate Athens.

He said: “We know the difficulty of the game. AEK are a very good opponent, they have a clear plan of the games and to win we have to show our best, play our best, with the best mentality and attitude.

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ASP Justina Amah Emerges Star Performer, Wins Gold, Silver, Bronze

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1 month ago

March 12, 2026

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By Samson Adeyanju

ASP Justina Amah of the Nigeria Police Force has emerged as the star performer at the February 2026 Delta Police Games, clinching a gold medal, a silver, and a bronze, further cementing her reputation as one of the Force’s top athletes.

Hailing from Ozalla in Igboetiti LGA, Enugu State, ASP Amah has consistently elevated the Nigeria Police Force through her sporting prowess.

Over the years, she has amassed an impressive collection of medals, including 8 gold in Karate, 4 gold in other sports, 8 silver, and 8 bronze, showcasing her versatility and dedication.

Beyond her achievements on the field, ASP Justina is widely recognized for her discipline and professionalism.

In 2023, she was honoured as the Ica & Sons Books Most Disciplined Police Woman in Camp, reflecting her exemplary conduct both on duty and in her community.

Observers and colleagues have called for her to receive special recognition and promotion, noting that her accomplishments not only bring glory to the Police Force but also serve as an inspiration to aspiring athletes and officers nationwide.

ASP Justina Amah’s journey highlights the power of talent, commitment, and perseverance in achieving excellence.

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Arsenal Stay Top as Liverpool Hit Five in Premier League Showdowns

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2 months ago

March 2, 2026

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By Samuel Adeola

Arsenal maintained their grip at the top of the Premier League with a hard fought 2-1 victory over Chelsea in a tense London derby.

The Gunners showed composure under pressure to secure all three points and keep their title ambitions firmly on track.

Manchester City remain in close pursuit after edging Leeds United 1-0 away from home. The narrow win keeps City within touching distance as the title race intensifies.

At Anfield, Liverpool delivered the standout performance of the weekend, thrashing West Ham 5-2 in a ruthless attacking display. The emphatic result strengthens Liverpool’s push for a Champions League place.

Elsewhere, Manchester United boosted their European hopes with a 2-1 win over Crystal Palace. Everton stunned Newcastle 3-2 in a dramatic encounter, while Brentford edged Burnley 4-3 in a seven goal thriller.

Brighton secured a 2-1 victory over Nottingham Forest and Fulham defeated Tottenham 2 1. Bournemouth and Sunderland shared the spoils in a 1-1 draw.

With Arsenal leading and City close behind, the title race remains wide open, while the battle for European places continues to gather pace.

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Champions League Round of 16 Draw Produces Heavyweight Clashes

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2 months ago

February 27, 2026

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By Samuel Adeola

The draw for the 2025/26 UEFA Champions League Round of 16 has produced blockbuster fixtures as Europe’s elite begin their knockout push toward Budapest 2026.

Among the standout ties, Paris Saint-Germain will face Chelsea, while Real Madrid renew their rivalry with Manchester City in what is billed as the clash of the round.

Elsewhere, Galatasaray take on Liverpool, and Atalanta meet Bayern Munich.

Other fixtures see Newcastle United against Barcelona, Atletico Madrid versus Tottenham Hotspur, Bodø/Glimt against Sporting CP, and Bayer Leverkusen facing Arsenal.

The ties will be played over two legs in March, with winners advancing to the quarter-finals.