Despite not making it to the finals in the ongoing 12th AWCON in Morocco, the Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Mr. Sunday Dare says the Super Falcons "are our champions and Nigeria is Proud of you". These were the words of Sports Minister Sunday Dare as he salutes the Falcons for their gallantry and spirited play after their game against the Moroccan female team in the second Semi-finals of the African Women's Cup of Nations. While eulogizing the Super Falcons team Dare said, "your resilience, character, and management of the game must be commended. I salute your doggedness, commitment and fighting spirit for holding the Moroccans in front of over 45,000 capacity crowd you have once again displayed the never say die attitude of true Nigerians". "Even when down to nine players after those red cards, you held your own, you are our champions. Nigeria is proud of you." He said. "It was a match I followed very keenly and I am so proud yo...
Governor Nyesom Wike of Rivers State has rewarded Rivers United FC players with $20,000 (N 8,308m) each for winning the 2022 Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL). The Governor made this known while hosting the players and management of the team at the Government House in Port Harcourt on Thursday. He noted that the hard work earned them the victory and prevented manipulations that would have prevented them from becoming champions. Wike who announced a cash reward of $20,000 to each player also promised to double the amount if they qualify to the group stage of the CAF Champions League. The governor commended the team for the dedication and hard work to achieve the victory and urged the team to prepare physically and psychologically for the CAF Champions League. He also announced that the state government will sponsor the team to Madrid, Spain, for two weeks of training and preparations for the CAF competition. Governor Wike further announced that the state government will co...
Welcome to the roundup of the latest transfer news for today, Monday, 15th, August 2022. West Ham Interested In Emerson Palmieri English Premier League side, West Ham is interested in Chelsea left-back, Emerson Palmieri. Chelsea owner, Todd Boehly, however, made clear it clear to West Ham that he only wants to sell Emerson on a permanent deal, no loan. Chelsea Plans New Proposal For Cesare Casadei West London side, Chelsea are planning a new proposal for Inter talent Cesare Casadei. The club owner, Todd Boehly is expected to submit a new deal and get the deal done this week. Inter want more than €15m after two bids were refused. Barcelona Ask For €30m Fee For Pierre Aubameyang La Liga side, Barcelona have asked around a €30m fee for Pierre Aubameyang during the weekend, Chelsea is not ready to spend much with Marcos Alonso still part of the conversations. Rúnar Alex Rúnarsson Leaves Arsenal Rúnar Alex Rúnarsson leaves Arsenal as a contract has been just signed with Turkish club A...
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