Author: Promise Oluwarotimi

New Super Eagles coach, Eric Chelle will expectedly resume his role next week after announcing his departure from MC Oran. Sources in Algeria revealed that Chelle Leaves MC Oran on the back of a contract clause allowing him to leave the MCO if he receives an offer from a national team. In his last match, MC Oran edged Ittihad Setif 1-0 in the Algerian Cup. Merouane Dahar sealed the victory via a 51st-minute penalty, securing Oran’s spot in the Round of 16. The result improves Chelle’s record at MC Oran to six wins, two draws, and five losses in 13…

Quadri Aruna is through to his first WTT Star Contender semifinal since 2022 after overcoming Park Ganghyeon 3-1 in Doha. The win against Korea’s Park Ganghyeon is his third at the tournament playing an explosive quarterfinal match at the Lusail Arena in Doha. Aruna took control from the start, winning the first game 11-9 and the second game 11-8. However, Park fought back to win the third game 11-4, but Aruna regained his composure and won the fourth game 11-9, to secure a 3-1 victory and a semifinal spot. Earlier on Friday, January 10, the second highest-ranked African player in…

Nigeria Premier Football League champions, Enugu Rangers, have taken a significant step towards global recognition by signing a partnership deal with Switzerland’s FC Schaffhausen. This groundbreaking collaboration, facilitated by Bold Base, aims to build a legacy of excellence for generations to come, according to the club’s chairman Amobi Ezeaku. A statement released on Thursday by the Rangers media team said that the Rangers boss disclosed the development after the endorsement of documents at the Swiss club’s base, Schaffhausen, Thursday. “We are proud to announce a groundbreaking collaboration between Rangers International FC and FC Schaffhausen of Switzerland, facilitated by Bold Base.…

Aston Villa have emerged as frontrunners to sign AC Milan winger Samuel Chukwueze in January, with manager Unai Emery keen to reunite with his former player. According to reports, Villa have expressed interest in the Nigeria international, who has fallen out of favour at San Siro. Chukwueze, 25, joined Milan from Villarreal for €28m last summer but has struggled to nail down a regular starting spot. Despite becoming the first Nigerian to win major trophies in both Spain and Italy following Milan’s Supercoppa Italiana triumph over Inter Milan, Chukwueze’s future remains uncertain. Turkish outlet Fanatik reports that the winger’s…

Nigerian midfielder Deborah Abiodun has signed a three-year deal with the Washington Spirit, the 2021 National Women’s Soccer League champions. Abiodun, who joins the Spirit from the University of Pittsburgh, had a successful two-year collegiate career with the Panthers, scoring 10 goals and adding three assists in 34 appearances. Her impressive performances earned her All-ACC honors in both seasons, including Freshman Team and Third Team recognition in 2023 and Second Team accolades in 2024. Former Super Falcons coach Randy Waldrum, who mentored Abiodun during her time with the Nigerian national team, expressed his delight at her success. “Congratulations Deborah, what…

Congolese heavyweight Martin Bakole has launched a scathing attack on Anthony Joshua, vowing to knock him out after dealing with Nigeria’s Efe Ajagba in their upcoming International Boxing Federation title eliminator. Bakole’s outburst came in response to Joshua’s recent backing of Ajagba to win their eliminator bout, which will determine the mandatory challenger for IBF champion Daniel Dubois. In a video posted on his X account, Bakole said, “Hey Anthony Joshua, this video is for you. I wanted to call you out, you’re talking s*** about Ajagba saying Ajagba is going to beat me. Shame on you, how many…

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has announced former Malian coach, Éric Chelle as the new Super Eagles coach. The NFF confirmed Chelle’s appointment on Tuesday, following a recommendation by its Technical and Development Subcommittee and endorsement by the NFF Executive Committee. The announcement didn’t reveal the terms of the new deal, such as salary and duration. The 48-year-old will take charge of the Super Eagles immediately, starting with the home-based team’s participation in the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) in Tanzania, Kenya, and Uganda. “The Executive Committee of the Nigeria Football Federation has endorsed the recommendation of its Technical and…

The president of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) Ibrahim Musa Gusau has said that the soon to be appointed new coach for the senior national team of Nigeria(Super Eagles), will be in charge of the team for the CHAN tournaments. Gusau told the official media channel of the NFF that the Daniel Ogunmodede, will give way for a new coach who will also be in charge of the Super Eagles, and would be known soon. “We have come up with a policy, whoever Coach we have employed to manage the super Eagles would also manage the CHAN eagles, therefore,…

Top Rank president Todd DuBoef believes a heavyweight showdown between Antony Joshua and Tyson Fury would bring Britain to a standstill, even without world titles on the line. DuBoef told Sky Sports, “I think the brands are so strong. In the UK, the country would stop for an hour to see what happens, and I think that’s a wonderful thing.” The potential clash, which could generate over $300m in revenue, remains one of boxing’s most anticipated matchups despite both fighters losing their most recent bouts. Joshua, who recently visited Nigerian President Bola Tinubu, confirmed his interest in facing his…

Nottingham Forest manager Nuno Espirito Santo has expressed his desire to retain Nigeria defender Ola Aina amid growing interest from Manchester City and Galatasaray. Aina’s impressive performances have attracted attention from multiple clubs, with his contract situation sparking interest from potential suitors. The 28-year-old’s current deal expires at the end of the 2024/25 season, and he can now negotiate with non-English clubs. The Portuguese tactician emphasised the importance of maintaining squad stability during the January transfer window, with Aina’s contract situation attracting attention from potential suitors. “You never know what is going to happen in the transfer window, but…