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Delta wins game of Queens against Edo to claim Sheroes Cup title

By Wale Mustapha on November 12, 2022 News, Sports

Delta Queens were crowned 2022 Sheroes Cup champions after a 5-4 penalty shootouts victory over Edo Queens in Abuja on Saturday. To reach the final, Edo Queens finished on top of the table with 19 points. Delta Queens, on their own part, picked 17 points from seven games. At Moshood Abiola Stadium, the game ended […]

Abuja agog as Sheroes Cup final take centre stage

By Wale Mustapha on November 12, 2022 News, Sports

The stage is set for the final of 2022 Sheroes Cup with lots of activities lined up to make the event memorable. The tournament which began on Friday 4th November will climax Saturday 12th November at Moshood Abiola Stadium. Two matches would take place on the grand finale. Confluence Queens face Nasarawa Amazons at third […]

Organizers announce format for Jagaban Cup tourney

By Wale Mustapha on November 11, 2022 News, Sports

Organizers have revealed the format for the much publicized Jagaban Cup. Tournament Director, Mr Wale Joseph explained that the competition is billed to hold for four days. “On November 15th, six games would hold at Mobolaji Johnson Arena,” Wale Joseph began. “Day two will see six matches take place at same venue.” “Day three shall […]

Delta, Edo in duel of Queens at Sheroes Cup final

By Wale Mustapha on November 11, 2022 News, Sports

… As Confluence Queens will challenge Nasarawa Amazons for third place honors Edo Queens and Delta Queens have qualified for the final of the 2022 Sheroes Cup after both sides accumulated 19 points and 17 points respectively. Confluence Queens who ended third will be taking on Nasarawa Amazons would at the third place match. The […]

Chioma scores first Sheroes Cup hat trick as Delta, Edo share spoils

By Wale Mustapha on November 10, 2022 News, Sports

Moses Chioma scored a hat-trick as Confluence Queens recorded a commanding 5-0 victory over Honey Badgers on day 6 of Sheroes Cup on Thursday. Enjoy the wrap from games played at Area 3 Pitch and Old Parade Ground respectively. Honey Badgers 0-5 Confluence Queens The Lokoja based side were always in control of their tie […]

Costa Rica coach predicts brighter future for new Super Eagles sensation, Dominion Ohaka

By Wale Mustapha on November 10, 2022 News, Sports

New Super Eagles sensational defender, Dominion Ohaka was the cynosure of all eyes on Thursday morning as Nigeria lost 2-0 against Costa Rica at San Jose National Stadium. The young lad caught the attention of the spectators where the full back maestro had a superb game against the La Tricolor. The Home Based Eagles which […]

What Nigerian football experts say about Niger Tornadoes’ Boss, Honourable Adamu Aliyu

By Wale Mustapha on November 9, 2022 News, Sports

Chairman of Niger Tornadoes, Honourable Adamu Aliyu’s beliefs in making things work for the club can not be overlooked, that’s why former Flying Eagles and Eaglet Coach, John Obuh who was a household name during his time with Tornadoes had this to say. “The best thing to have happened to Niger Tornadoes was the coming […]

Honourable Adamu Aliyu: An astute administrator that has turned Niger Tornadoes to a brand

By Wale Mustapha on November 9, 2022 News, Sports

Honourable Adamu Aliyu is an astute Sports Administrator per excellence and manager of minds; whose work ethic is faultless, who knows his onions, and who is passionate about the beautiful round leather game (football), across all levels in Nigeria. You can not talk about the achievements recorded by Niger Tornadoes within the last 10 years […]

Obaseki, Oshoala, Amusan receive Sheroes highest awards

By Wale Mustapha on November 8, 2022 News, Sports

Nigerian sensational sprinter and World record holder Tobi Amusan on Tuesday November 8 bagged 2022 Sheroes of the year award at Merit House in Abuja. Amusan who won gold and broke records in 100m hurdles at this year’s World Championship and Commonwealth Games was among outstanding Nigerian sports men and women that were honoured for […]

NWFL coaches, experts speak on ‘the Next Big Thing in Women’s Football’

By Wale Mustapha on November 8, 2022 News, Sports

Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) coaches at the Sheroes Cup 2022 have opened up on the major challenges of tinkering women’s football players. On the sideline of the 2022 Sheroes Cup, organisers on Tuesday which is a rest day for the women’s football pre-season tournament organised a seminar for coaches, players, and officials tagged “The […]