Author: Boluwatife Kehinde

The Super Eagles battled Poland to a hard-fought 2-2 draw  in an international friendly on Wednesday, delivering a match full of excitement and last-minute twists in Warsaw. Before the clash, Eric Chelle’s side successfully defended the Unity Cup title in London. They dominated the competition by cruising past Zimbabwe in the semifinals and then crushing Jamaica 3-0 in the final, showcasing their attacking prowess and defensive strength. Terem Moffi sparked joy for Nigeria when he finished a slick team move in the 23rd minute, sending the visitors into a well-deserved halftime lead. Read also on New Daily Prime:Super Falcons gear…

Super Falcons have intensified preparations for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, kicking off with a double-header friendly series against Senegal. Head coach Justine Madugu’s squad assembled at the Remo Stars Sports Complex in Ikenne-Remo, where they will face the Senegalese side on Friday, June 5, and Monday, June 8. The team wasted no time settling into camp. Stars like Asisat Oshoala, Shukurat Oladipo, and Kafayat Shittu arrived first on Monday, followed by eight more players on Tuesday, including Nottingham Forest striker Joy Omewa, Galatasaray defender Tosin Demehin, midfielder Toni Payne, China-based Folashade Ijamilusi, goalkeeper Anderline Mgbechi, Ngozi Okobi-Okeoghene,…

Manchester City defeat Brighton & Hove Albion to win the Women’s FA Cup final at Wembley on Sunday. The team secured their first domestic double since 2020. Khadija Shaw opened the scoring in the 38th minute. The Jamaican international celebrated her new contract by striking first for City. Then Alex Greenwood added a second goal deep into first-half stoppage time. This move gave City a strong 2-0 lead at the break. Brighton started the game well and had beaten City earlier in the league, but the visitors lost control after the early goals. Read also on New Daily Prime :Luis…

Paris Saint-Germain (PSG)have once again etched their names into the history books, securing back-to-back Champions League titles after a tense penalty shootout victory against Arsenal. ‎ The match, which finished 1–1 after 120 minutes of grueling action, served as a stark reminder that while football is a game of skill, it is also a game of who can keep their cool when the stadium goes dead silent. ‎For much of the final, Arsenal looked like they had cracked the “PSG code.” The Gunners executed their game plan with surgical precision, taking a dream lead through Kai Havertz just 6 minutes…

After a tumultuous 2025/26 campaign, Liverpool Football Club has officially parted ways with head coach Arne Slot. During his two-season tenure, Slot oversaw 113 matches, securing 66 victories, 18 draws, and 29 defeats. ‎Since his arrival in June 2024, Slot made an immediate impact, delivering the club’s historic 20th league title in his debut season. This remarkable achievement earned him the LMA Manager of the Year award, complemented by a run to the Carabao Cup final and a Champions League Round of 16 appearance. ‎In the recently concluded 2025/26 season, he successfully guided the Reds to another Champions League qualification…

As the Ballon d’Or competition celebrates its 70th anniversary, organizers announced on Thursday that the 2026 ceremony will take place for the first time in London on October 26, the city where England’s Stanley Matthews received the inaugural trophy in 1956. The announcement generates huge excitement by returning the event to its historic roots. Although the specific London venue remains undisclosed, anticipation builds quickly for this milestone occasion. Crafted from brass with gold plating on a pyrite base, the 31 cm tall, 7 kg trophy carries an estimated prestige value exceeding $600,000. The Ballon d’Or stands out as football’s most…

Coach Lionel Scaloni named Lionel Messi as captain of the Argentina national team for the upcoming World Cup, immediately after releasing the 26-man squad on Friday. The announcement ignites excitement among fans as Argentina prepares to defend its title. The tournament will mark Messi’s sixth World Cup appearance, where he will lead the Albiceleste in their quest to retain the crown they captured in Qatar four years ago. Argentina finds itself grouped with Austria, Algeria, and Jordan in what promises to be a competitive stage. Scaloni carefully selected a balanced squad that blends experienced stars with emerging talents, aiming to…

A single goal from Jean-Philippe Mateta sealed the victory for Crystal Palace as they defeated Rayo Vallecano to lift the Conference League, the third-tier European competition. Crystal Palace has now secured their first-ever European title. After navigating an impressive path to the final that included strong group stage displays and resilient knockout stage triumphs over tough opponents, the Eagles reached their maiden European final through determination and attacking quality. Read also on New Daily Prime: “This is my place” – Pep Guardiola’s emotional farewell to Manchester City Remo Stars relegated to NNL after disappointing NPFL season The match stayed…

Erling Haaland has secured the Golden boot for the third time in his four seasons at Manchester City,despite missing Pep Guardiola’s farewell match. The Norwegian striker was left out of the City squad for their final-day 2-1 defeat to Aston Villa at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday, as the club celebrated Guardiola’s trophy-laden decade in charge. Even without featuring, Haaland’s tally proved unassailable, finishing five goals clear of Brentford’s Igor Thiago (22 goals), who earned a call-up to Brazil’s World Cup squad for his efforts. Haaland’s 27 goals in 35 appearances this season mark his third Golden Boot, matching the…

Pep Guardiola has officially announced his departure as Manchester City manager at the end of this season, ending a glorious decade at the club. The 20-time major trophy winner delivered a deeply moving statement filled with love, gratitude, and reflection on his transformative time in Manchester. Guardiola’s Emotional Message “When I arrived, my first interview was with Noel Gallagher. I walked out thinking, ‘Okay… Noel is here? This will be fun.’ And what a time we have had together. Don’t ask me the reasons I’m leaving. There is no reason, but deep inside, I know it’s my time. Nothing is…