The Roland Garros 2020 was held in absolutely unprecedented conditions for the players. The Coronavirus emergency in fact forced the organizers to move the tournament to autumn, with very different weather conditions compared to May-June. In addition, the historic collaboration with the Babolat balls, which were replaced by the Wilson balls this year, has ended. […]
Al Ahly yet to ‘reach the performance’ coach Mosimane wants
Al Ahly coach Pitso Mosimane insists his players are yet to reach the competitive level he desires despite reaching the CAF Champions League final following a 5-1 aggregate victory over Wydad Casablanca. The Cairo giants dismissed Wydad 3-1 in the semi-final, second leg encounter at Cairo International Stadium on Friday courtesy of goals from Marwan […]
There is a witch hunt against Solskjaer at Man Utd – Parker
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has become the subject of a “witch hunt” at Manchester United, claims Paul Parker, with those looking to “throw knives” longing for the Norwegian coach to fail. The Red Devils made their last change in the dugout back in December 2018, with Jose Mourinho relieved of his duties at Old Trafford. A […]
Ogunjobi Gold Cup postponed due to EndSARS curfew in Ilorin
Organizers of the Ogunjobi Gold Cup have informed that it’s pre-season tourney billed to hold from October 29th to 7th November at the Kwara State Sports Complex in Ilorin has been moved to a further date. The development was as a result of the Kwara state government declaration of a 24-hour curfew imposed on the […]
Aromokeye presents branded First Aid kits to Kwara FA
As part of efforts to strengthen it’s relationship with the Kwara State Football Association, Aromokeye Pharmacy revisited Alhaji Usman Mustapha Football House to officially presents new sets of first aid materials to the association. The visitation team, which comprises of players and staff was led by Ahmed Isiaq, tthe Team Manager of Aromokeye Football Club, […]
National Sports Festival not postponed indefinitely – Minister
News reports to the effect that the Edo 2020 National Sports Festival has been postponed indefinitely is false and unfounded as the Ministry of Youth and Sports has not made a final decision. A statement by the Minister of Youth and Sports Development Media office clarified that consultations were on-going between the Ministry, the Edo […]
Nigeria drops three places in latest FIFA/Coca-Cola ranking
The Super Eagles of Nigeria have dropped in the latest FIFA/Coca-Cola world ranking released today by the Federation of International Football Association (FIFA). The world football governing body announced the latest rankings on their official website. Also, the Super Eagles experienced a slide in Africa as they now occupy 4th position. In the previous ranking […]
Football legend, Pele still laughing as he turns 80
Considered by many to be the greatest footballer of all time, Pele will celebrate his 80th birthday tomorrow Friday, confined to his home in Brazil because of Covid-19 but meeting the milestone with his trademark laugh. “The King” has suffered from a series of health problems in recent years, but has not lost his charisma […]
NFF condoles NOC President, Gumel, on wife’s death
The Nigeria Football Federation has condoled with the President of Nigeria Olympic Committee, Engineer Habu Ahmed Gumel, who lost his wife on Tuesday. Hajia Ladi Habu Gumel died in a private hospital in Abuja on Tuesday at the age of 61. NFF General Secretary, Dr. Mohammed Sanusi, led a delegation from the secretariat to the […]
Kwara FA endorses Ogunjobi Gold Cup
The Kwara State Football Association has renewed it partnership with Organisers of Taiwo Ogunjobi Pre-season tournament, popularly known as Gold Cup. An indoor meeting held between the FA and Organisers of the annual Pres-eason championship ended with a conclusion on restaging the championship for the third consecutive time in Ilorin, Kwara state. According to the […]