Paris 2024: Super Falcons lose 1-0 to Spain

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8 months ago

July 29, 2024

Alexia Patellas scored a superb free-kick as Spain defeated Nigeria 1-0 in a keenly contested Group C encounter in Nantes on Sunday.

Nigeria sat back allowing La Roja to dominate possession early in the game.

The world champions, however, failed to break down the Nigerian defence led by the experienced Osinachi Ohale.

Esther Okoronkwo came close to breaking the deadlock in the 22nd minute.

The forward was set up by Rasheedat Ajibade but her goal-bound effort was saved by Spain goalkeeper Cata Coll.

Ajibade wasted a glorious chance for Nigeria nine minutes before the break.

The Atletico Madrid winger was played through on goal by Oshoala but she failed to get the ball under control.

Chiamaka Nnadozie produced a stunning save to deny Lucia Garcia in the 45th minute.

Spain continued their dominance after the break with Salma Paralluello having a goal chalked off for offside in the 53rd minute.

Ajibade wasted another chance in the 65th minute, shooting wide from inside the box.

Osinachi Ohale made a superb block to deny Aitana Bonmati 10 minutes from time.

Patellas’ sublime free kick, however, beat Nnadozie in the 85th minute for the winning goal.

Substitute Chiwendu Ihezuo missed a glorious chance to equalise for Nigeria in stoppage time.

The Super Falcons will face Japan in their last group game on Wednesday.

Transfer: Osimhen snubs Juventus for Premier League switch

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14 hours ago

April 2, 2025

Seyi Babalola

Nigeria forward Victor Osimhen is not interested in a move to Serie A giants Juventus, DAILY POST reports.

Osimhen is reportedly one of Juventus’ target for the summer transfer window.

The 26-year-old is, however, targeting a move to a Premier League club, according to JuveFC.

The powerful striker joined Galatasaray on loan from Napoli last September.

Osimhen will be available for a €75m clause this summer.

He has been linked with Chelsea, Manchester United and Arsenal.

Osimhen has scored 20 goals in 23 league appearances for Galatasaray this season.

2026 WCQ: Super Eagles must beat South Africa to qualify — Chelle

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2 days ago

April 1, 2025

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Super Eagles head coach Éric Chelle says it is important for the team to beat the Bafana Bafana of South Africa if they must qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Bafana Bafana will host Nigeria in a matchday eight encounter in September.

Hugo Broos’ side lead Group C with 13 points after six matches, six points clear of Super Eagles.

There are four rounds of matches left in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers.

Chelle admitted that the Super Eagles are condemned to win all their remaining matches.

“It’s an obligation we win in South Africa, but the most important match for us right now is Rwanda in Uyo,” Eric Chelle told SCORENigeria

“South Africa are a good side, but for that game we cannot afford to allow them play.

“But first we have to beat Rwanda at home and then we will focus on the game in South Africa.”

EPL: I’m focused on my players, Rashford is not one of them – Man Utd boss Amorim

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2 days ago

April 1, 2025

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Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has declared that Marcus Rashford is not one of his current players.

Amorim made this known at his pre-match press conference ahead of Manchester United’s Premier League game against Nottingham Forest on Tuesday.

Daily Sun reported that Rashford fell out of favour with Amorim at Manchester United.

The England international eventually left Man United to join Premier League side Aston Villa on loan for the remainder of the season.

Rashford has been doing well at Aston Villa so far, scoring a brace in their FA Cup 3-0 win against Preston on Sunday.

Asked about Rashford ahead of Man United’s clash with Nottingham Forest, Amorim was quoted by Fabrizio Romano as saying: “I am focused on my team and my players. Rashford is not my player at the moment.

“But of course I am happy when our players are playing well on loan.”