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Olanrewaju Fumes Over Enyimba’s Defeat against Remo Stars

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6 months ago

November 11, 2024

Yemi Olarewaju, technical adviser of Enyimba cast a forlon look after the People’s Elephant and nine-time NPFL winners failed to break Remo Stars five-match unbeaten run against his club in Aba.

The Sky Blues, as Remo Stars are called, tightly screwed their heads onto their necks, cutting every blade of the grass, to hold Enyimba to a scoreless draw in their match day 11 fixture in Aba.

The result extended Remo Stars unbeaten run to five games in a row and a visibly ‘frustrated’ Olanrewaju was loud and clear in his declaration that he was ‘disappointed’ with the result.

“Honestly, I feel very bad. We really wanted to break the Remo Stars jinx today but it wasn’t our day”, Olanrewaju lamented.

“I think this is one of our best performances at home this season. We really had a good game tactically. They (Remo Stars) didn’t get a shot on goal. They only had one conner kick through the 90 minutes.

“Tactically, we were better today. We did well but we didn’t take one or two of our chances.

It’s very unfortunate. We wanted this three points badly but that’s football for you.
We keep working hard; the league is a marathon, so we’ve to forge ahead and focus on the next game”.

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Flying Eagles Land in Cairo for U20 Showdown

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16 hours ago

April 29, 2025

Samson Adeyanju

By Njoku Chijioke

Nigeria’s Flying Eagles have touched down in Cairo ahead of their campaign at the 2025 Africa U20 Cup of Nations, receiving a warm welcome from the Confederation of African Football at the Jewel Sports City Hotel.

The team was officially briefed by CAF officials on tournament protocols as they settled into their base to fine tune preparations for their crucial opener against Tunisia.

The high-stakes clash will be held at the June 30 Air Defence Stadium in Cairo this Thursday, with kick off slated for 4 pm Nigerian time.

With national pride and continental glory on the line, expectations are high as the seven time champions aim to begin their journey with a strong statement.

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Rüdiger Out of Season After Knee Surgery Blow

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21 hours ago

April 29, 2025

Samson Adeyanju

By Adenike Lawal

Real Madrid defender Antonio Rüdiger will miss the rest of the season after undergoing surgery to repair a torn meniscus in his left knee, dealing a heavy blow to the club’s LaLiga title hopes and his national team ambitions.

The 32-year-old German international had the procedure on Tuesday under the care of Dr. Manuel Leyes, with the club confirming a two-month recovery period.

This rules him out of Madrid’s final five league matches and throws his participation in the upcoming Club World Cup and Nations League into doubt.

Rüdiger sustained the injury during last weekend’s heated Copa del Rey final loss to rivals Barcelona. Despite playing through intense pain, he was later sent off for throwing an object in protest.

In a heartfelt apology, he admitted his actions were unjustified and revealed he had been struggling with knee pain for over seven months.

“Now I am finally pain free,” Rüdiger posted on Instagram. “The surgery went well. I will take it one week at a time and fight to return for the Club World Cup.”

His absence worsens Real Madrid’s injury crisis, with Éder Militão, Dani Carvajal, Ferland Mendy, and Eduardo Camavinga also sidelined.

Madrid, currently trailing Barcelona by four points, faces Celta Vigo next before a decisive El Clásico showdown.

The Spanish football federation is still reviewing disciplinary action against Rüdiger, but with his recovery already underway, any suspension may have little effect this term.

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Ancelotti Set to Lead Brazil in World Cup Quest

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21 hours ago

April 29, 2025

Samson Adeyanju

By Njoku Chijioke

Carlo Ancelotti has sealed a deal with the Brazil Football Federation to take charge of the Selecao after his expected exit from Real Madrid in June.

The seasoned Italian tactician, widely respected for his trophy-laden career, will step into the role ahead of the FIFA Club World Cup, fulfilling a long-standing ambition of the Brazilian football authorities.

According to trusted transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, Ancelotti’s appointment marks a bold move by Brazil to reclaim global dominance ahead of the 2026 World Cup.

Despite earlier failed attempts to bring him in for the Copa America, the CBF remained resolute in their pursuit.

Ancelotti is expected to bring a blend of discipline, tactical flair, and winning experience to a national side eager to lift its sixth World Cup trophy.