Author: Nurudeen Obalola
By Korede James Two stoppage time goals from Darwin Nunez secured a 2-0 victory for Liverpool at Brentford in the English Premier League on Saturday, earning the leaders their first victory in three fixtures. Liverpool looked to be heading for a third consecutive draw in the league before Nunez struck twice in added time. The Uruguayan, who came on in the 65th minute, broke the deadlock in the 91st minute off an assist from Trent Alexander-Arnold. He then sealed the three points for the Reds when he added the second goal two minutes later after being set up by Harvey…
By Korede James A hat-trick from Justin Kluivert helped Bournemouth to a 4-1 win against Newcastle United in Saturday’s English Premier League early kick-off. With the win, Andoni Iraola becamr the first ever Bournemouth manager to go 10 Premier League games unbeaten in charge of the club as Newcastle’s nine-game winning run across all competitions ended. Bournemouth temporarily moved up to sixth place on 37 points, just one point from fourth. The Magpies remain in fourth on 38 points. Bournemouth took a deserved lead in the sixth minute as a brilliant cutback by Antoine Semenyo after some great footwork found…
By Korede James Victor Osimhen is confident that Galatasaray will achieve great things this season, even with tough fixtures. Osimhen, who is on loan to Galatasaray from Napoli, netted his 11th Turkish Super Lig goal in Friday’s 1-1 draw at Hatayspor. The Super Eagles star drew Galatasaray level on 56 minutes after scoring from the penalty spot. The draw took the champions to 51 points, nine ahead of second-placed Fenerbahce, who will play on Sunday. Reflecting on the draw with Hatayspor, Osimhen lamented his side’s inability to convert scoring chances. “There was a bit of a lack of intensity in…
By Korede James Nigerian midfielder Kelechi Nwakali has won Barnsley’s Goal of the Month award for December. “Reds fans have voted Kelechi Nwakali the December Goal of the Month winner,” the English third division club stated. “The Nigerian midfielder struck home against Exeter City on December 14 in Devon, volleying from the edge of the area just after the restart to level proceedings at St James Park. “December Player of the Month, Davis Keillor-Dunn, scored just before the hour mark to wrap up three points on the road for the Reds. “Nwakali was presented his award by Reds fan and…
Manchester United legend Denis Law has died, the club announced on Friday night. Law, one of Manchester United’s ‘Holy Trinity’ with busts at Old Trafford (the others are the late George Best and Bobby Charlton), passed away at the age of 84. “Manchester United is deeply saddened to share the following statement on behalf of the Law family: ‘It is with a heavy heart that we tell you our father Denis Law has sadly passed away. He fought a tough battle but finally he is now at peace. “‘We would like to thank everyone who contributed to his wellbeing and…
By Korede James Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen was on target for Galatasaray in their 1-1 draw at Hatayspor in the Turkish Super Lig on Friday. It was Osimhen’s 11th goal in 14 appearances in the league this season. The 26-year-old Nigeria international has also netted four goals in his last four matches for Galatasaray. Hatayspor took the lead in the 28th minute through Cemali Sertel before Osimhen drew Galatasaray level in the 11 minutes after the break, converting from the penalty spot. Galatasaray, who are on 51 points, are nine points ahead of second-placed Fenerbahce in the league table.…
By Korede James Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye is under investigation in Italy following his alleged involvement in a betting scandal. According to Messaggero Veneto (via Foot Italia) the Udine Prosecutor’s Office has launched an investigation into Okoye for allegedly betting on his own yellow card during a match between his Udinese side and Lazio on March 11, 2024. The incident in question happened during the 64th minute of the game when Okoye received a yellow card for time-wasting during a goal kick. His action has now come under intense scrutiny as investigators suspect it may have been part of…
By Korede James Leeds United have shown an interest in Super Eagles striker Kelechi Iheanacho, according to Football Insider. Iheanacho has been reported to be available for a late January loan move after failing to establish himself in the starting XI at Sevilla. Leeds, who are in the second-tier English Championship, have shortlisted and made contact over a deal for the Nigeria international but face strong competition from clubs in England and across Europe’s top leagues. On January 9, Football Insider reported that Wolves and Ipswich Town had opened preliminary talks to sign the 28-year-old. He only left Leicester to…
By Korede James Turkish club Besiktas have confirmed the appointment of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer as their new head coach. This will be Solskjaer’s first coaching job since he was sacked by Manchester United in 2021. Besiktas confirmed the appointment, writing on X “Ole, Ole, Ole” along with a photo of Solskjaer draped in a club scarf. “Beşiktaş Futbol A.Ş. has informed the Public Disclosure Platform (KAP) that negotiations have begun with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer for the position of Technical Director of our Football A Team,” the club added on their website. “The statement made by Beşiktaş Football Investments Industry and…
Defending champion Aryna Sabalenka overcame a shaky performance to reach the Australian Open fourth round while Carlos Alcaraz was at his best despite a blip on Friday, and Novak Djokovic also eased through. Women’s third seed Coco Gauff meanwhile sealed a straight-sets victory, but it was the end of the road for two-time champion Naomi Osaka after she pulled up with an abdominal strain that forced her to withdraw from her match against Belinda Bencic. The opening match on Rod Laver Arena on the sixth day of the championships saw Sabalenka come away unscathed after a 7-6, 6-4 victory over…