Despite Nigeria’s Olympic struggles in Paris 2024, several athletes of Nigerian descent shined on the global stage, securing medals for other nations:
1.Yemisi Ogunleye (Germany): Gold in women’s shot put.
2.Annette Echikunwoke (USA): Silver in women’s hammer throw.
3.Samu Omorodion (Spain): Gold in men’s football.
4.Salwa Eid Naser (Bahrain): Silver in women’s 400m.
5.Michael Olise (France): Silver in men’s football.
Nigeria might have left empty-handed, but these athletes made their mark.
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Paris 2024 Olympics: Sports Minister apologises to Nigerians after disastrous outing
The Minister of Sports Development, John Enoh, has apologised to Nigerians following Team Nigeria’s disappointing outing at the 2024 Paris Olympics, where the country did not secure any medals.
DAILY POST reports that Nigeria officially finished its outing at the 2024 Olympics in Paris, France, without winning a single medal.
Hannah Reuben was the last athlete left to salvage a medal for Nigeria on Saturday but she lost her second-round fight in the women’s freestyle wrestling 76kg, losing 5-2 (victory by points) to Mongolia’s Davaanasan Amar Enkh.
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The Minister of Sports Development, John Enoh, has apologised to Nigerians following Team Nigeria’s disappointing outing at the 2024 Paris Olympics, where the country did not secure any medals.
DAILY POST reports that Nigeria officially finished its outing at the 2024 Olympics in Paris, France, without winning a single medal.
Hannah Reuben was the last athlete left to salvage a medal for Nigeria on Saturday but she lost her second-round fight in the women’s freestyle wrestling 76kg, losing 5-2 (victory by points) to Mongolia’s Davaanasan Amar Enkh.
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Osimhen Requests to Leave Napoli
Napoli’s sporting director, Cristiano Manna, has confirmed that Victor Osimhen has asked to leave the club. Despite a recent contract extension, the 25-year-old striker is eager to move on, with his future remaining uncertain as the transfer window nears its end.
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Napoli’s sporting director, Cristiano Manna, has confirmed that Victor Osimhen has asked to leave the club. Despite a recent contract extension, the 25-year-old striker is eager to move on, with his future remaining uncertain as the transfer window nears its end.
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Nigerian Olympian Dubem Amene Retires at 21 After Relay Disqualification
Dubem Amene, part of Nigeria’s 4x400m relay team, has retired from athletics at 21 following the squad’s disqualification from the Paris 2024 Olympics final. Amene, who fulfilled his dream of becoming an Olympian, will now pursue a career in finance after graduating from the University of Michigan with a degree in Economics.
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Dubem Amene, part of Nigeria’s 4x400m relay team, has retired from athletics at 21 following the squad’s disqualification from the Paris 2024 Olympics final. Amene, who fulfilled his dream of becoming an Olympian, will now pursue a career in finance after graduating from the University of Michigan with a degree in Economics.
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Rena Wakama Named Best Women's Basketball Coach at Paris Olympics
Rena Wakama, head coach of Nigeria’s D’Tigress, was honored as the best women’s basketball coach at the Paris 2024 Olympics by FIBA. At 32, Wakama led Nigeria to historic success, becoming the first African team to reach the Olympic quarterfinals and achieving victories against top-ranked teams like Australia and Canada.
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Rena Wakama, head coach of Nigeria’s D’Tigress, was honored as the best women’s basketball coach at the Paris 2024 Olympics by FIBA. At 32, Wakama led Nigeria to historic success, becoming the first African team to reach the Olympic quarterfinals and achieving victories against top-ranked teams like Australia and Canada.
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NPFL: Akwa United boss Babaganaru reveals target ahead pre-season tourney
Akwa United Technical Adviser, Mohammed Babaganaru, has said building understanding and team cohesion will be the key area to work on during the pre-season tournament in Yenagoa.
The tournament will start on Monday (today) and will end on Sunday, August 18.
All the matches will be played at the Samson Siasia Stadium, Yenagoa.
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Akwa United Technical Adviser, Mohammed Babaganaru, has said building understanding and team cohesion will be the key area to work on during the pre-season tournament in Yenagoa.
The tournament will start on Monday (today) and will end on Sunday, August 18.
All the matches will be played at the Samson Siasia Stadium, Yenagoa.
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NNL club Mighty Jets interested in Siasia
Nigeria National League One club Mighty Jets are looking to appoint former Nigeria international and Super Eagles coach Samson Siasia as their head coach.
Siasia is looking to return to management once his FIFA ban expires at the end of this month.
According to reports, the former Super Eagles head coach wants a N10 million monthly salary.
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Nigeria National League One club Mighty Jets are looking to appoint former Nigeria international and Super Eagles coach Samson Siasia as their head coach.
Siasia is looking to return to management once his FIFA ban expires at the end of this month.
According to reports, the former Super Eagles head coach wants a N10 million monthly salary.
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UEFA Super Cup: Mbappe set to make Real Madrid debut against Atalanta
Kylian Mbappe is set to make his much-anticipated debut for Real Madrid in the UEFA Super Cup match against Atalanta on Wednesday night at the National Stadium in Warsaw.
The Champions League winners will face Atalanta, who clinched the Europa League title last season.
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Kylian Mbappe is set to make his much-anticipated debut for Real Madrid in the UEFA Super Cup match against Atalanta on Wednesday night at the National Stadium in Warsaw.
The Champions League winners will face Atalanta, who clinched the Europa League title last season.
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Luton’s Lockyer returns to training after cardiac arrest
Luton captain Tom Lockyer has returned to training after the cardiac arrest that left him fighting for his life.
Lockyer’s heart stopped for two minutes on the pitch during a Premier League match at Bournemouth in December.
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Luton captain Tom Lockyer has returned to training after the cardiac arrest that left him fighting for his life.
Lockyer’s heart stopped for two minutes on the pitch during a Premier League match at Bournemouth in December.
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You stole award from me – Mikel Obi reveals what he told Messi
Former Super Eagles midfielder, John Mikel Obi, has revealed that he accused Lionel Messi of “stealing” the Golden Ball from him after the FIFA U-20 World Cup in 2005.
Nigeria faced Argentina in the final of the competition hosted in the Netherlands.
Messi, who was 18 years at the time, stepped up to score twice from the penalty spot, as they won 2-1 to clinch the trophy.
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Former Super Eagles midfielder, John Mikel Obi, has revealed that he accused Lionel Messi of “stealing” the Golden Ball from him after the FIFA U-20 World Cup in 2005.
Nigeria faced Argentina in the final of the competition hosted in the Netherlands.
Messi, who was 18 years at the time, stepped up to score twice from the penalty spot, as they won 2-1 to clinch the trophy.
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Transfer: Chelsea give Napoli one condition to sign Osimhen
Chelsea are still keen on a move for Napoli striker Victor Osimhen but will only push ahead with a loan move, according to The Telegraph.
Napoli president Aurelio de Laurentiis is holding out for possible suitors to pay Osimhen’s €130m (£110.8m) release clause.
However, both Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain are unwilling to go that high for the Super Eagles frontman.
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Chelsea are still keen on a move for Napoli striker Victor Osimhen but will only push ahead with a loan move, according to The Telegraph.
Napoli president Aurelio de Laurentiis is holding out for possible suitors to pay Osimhen’s €130m (£110.8m) release clause.
However, both Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain are unwilling to go that high for the Super Eagles frontman.
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Don’t move to Chelsea – Nigerian prophet advises Osimhen.
Renowned Nigerian prophet Primate Elijah Ayodele has warned Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen regarding a potential move to Chelsea.
The founder of the INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church cautions that such a transfer could adversely affect Osimhen’s career.
In a recent video, Ayodele urged Osimhen to reconsider joining the London club, asserting that a move to Chelsea could hinder his performance and career progression.
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Renowned Nigerian prophet Primate Elijah Ayodele has warned Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen regarding a potential move to Chelsea.
The founder of the INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church cautions that such a transfer could adversely affect Osimhen’s career.
In a recent video, Ayodele urged Osimhen to reconsider joining the London club, asserting that a move to Chelsea could hinder his performance and career progression.
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CAFWCL: Edo Queens outclass Hassacas Ladies 3-0, through to semis
Edo Queens thrashed Ghana’s Hassacas Ladies 3-0 in their second group game at the 2024 CAF Women’s Champions League qualifier in Bouake on Wednesday night.
The Nigerian champions sealed a place in the semi-final of the competition following their win.
The first half ended 0-0, with both teams failing to convert the chances they created.
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Edo Queens thrashed Ghana’s Hassacas Ladies 3-0 in their second group game at the 2024 CAF Women’s Champions League qualifier in Bouake on Wednesday night.
The Nigerian champions sealed a place in the semi-final of the competition following their win.
The first half ended 0-0, with both teams failing to convert the chances they created.
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Mbappe scores first Real Madrid goal on debut
Kylian Mbappe scored on his long-awaited Real Madrid debut in the UEFA Super Cup against Atalanta on Wednesday, putting Carlo Ancelotti’s side 2-0 up.
The 25-year-old French superstar finally joined Los Blancos this summer at the end of his Paris Saint-Germain contract after the Spanish champions spent years trying to sign him.
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Kylian Mbappe scored on his long-awaited Real Madrid debut in the UEFA Super Cup against Atalanta on Wednesday, putting Carlo Ancelotti’s side 2-0 up.
The 25-year-old French superstar finally joined Los Blancos this summer at the end of his Paris Saint-Germain contract after the Spanish champions spent years trying to sign him.
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Chelsea Close to Osimhen-Lukaku Swap Deal
Chelsea is on the verge of securing Victor Osimhen, with Romelu Lukaku and Cesare Casadei possibly heading to Napoli in exchange. The Blues hope to use the players to reduce Osimhen’s £100 million price tag. Lukaku's departure would also help Chelsea offload his hefty salary.
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Chelsea is on the verge of securing Victor Osimhen, with Romelu Lukaku and Cesare Casadei possibly heading to Napoli in exchange. The Blues hope to use the players to reduce Osimhen’s £100 million price tag. Lukaku's departure would also help Chelsea offload his hefty salary.
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Man United ‘Not Ready’ for Premier League Start – Ten Hag
Erik ten Hag admits Man United isn’t fully prepared for the Premier League opener against Fulham, citing injuries and new signings still settling in. Despite concerns, Ten Hag is optimistic about integrating Matthijs de Ligt and Noussair Mazraoui, both recently signed from Bayern Munich. United seeks a strong start after finishing eighth last season.
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Erik ten Hag admits Man United isn’t fully prepared for the Premier League opener against Fulham, citing injuries and new signings still settling in. Despite concerns, Ten Hag is optimistic about integrating Matthijs de Ligt and Noussair Mazraoui, both recently signed from Bayern Munich. United seeks a strong start after finishing eighth last season.
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Nigeria’s Olympic Failure Linked to Lack of Psychologists
Team Nigeria’s poor performance at the Paris 2024 Olympics has been blamed on the absence of sports psychologists. Experts at the Sports Psychologists Association of Nigeria (SPAN) conference emphasized that proper psychological support could have significantly improved the athletes’ outcomes.
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Team Nigeria’s poor performance at the Paris 2024 Olympics has been blamed on the absence of sports psychologists. Experts at the Sports Psychologists Association of Nigeria (SPAN) conference emphasized that proper psychological support could have significantly improved the athletes’ outcomes.
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Ajax Win Europa League Thriller After 34 Penalties
Ajax edged out Panathinaikos 13-12 in a marathon Europa League penalty shootout, requiring 34 spot kicks to settle the tie. The Dutch side moves on to face Jagiellonia Białystok in the play-off round.
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Ajax edged out Panathinaikos 13-12 in a marathon Europa League penalty shootout, requiring 34 spot kicks to settle the tie. The Dutch side moves on to face Jagiellonia Białystok in the play-off round.
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D’Tigers Drop in Latest FIBA Rankings
Nigeria's D’Tigers have fallen four spots to 42nd in the latest FIBA rankings. Once Africa's top team, they now rank sixth on the continent. Basketball enthusiasts are calling for urgent action to revive the team’s competitiveness.
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Nigeria's D’Tigers have fallen four spots to 42nd in the latest FIBA rankings. Once Africa's top team, they now rank sixth on the continent. Basketball enthusiasts are calling for urgent action to revive the team’s competitiveness.
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Strasbourg Sign Rayane Messi on Three-Year Deal
RC Strasbourg has signed 17-year-old winger Rayane Messi from Dijon FCO for around €1.2 million. The highly-rated France U17 international will join Strasbourg’s academy, with a contract running until 2027. The deal marks Strasbourg’s commitment to developing young talent.
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RC Strasbourg has signed 17-year-old winger Rayane Messi from Dijon FCO for around €1.2 million. The highly-rated France U17 international will join Strasbourg’s academy, with a contract running until 2027. The deal marks Strasbourg’s commitment to developing young talent.
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