Author: Timi-Zacchaeus Oluwaferanmi

In a game that marked a new chapter in NBA history, Bronny James scored his first NBA points for the Los Angeles Lakers, playing alongside his legendary father, LeBron James. The 20-year-old’s milestone came during a 134-110 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers, a team with its own unique significance to the James family. LeBron, now 39, spent two career-defining stints with the Cavaliers, and he was visibly emotional as he watched his son score in an arena close to their hometown. With just over five minutes left in the game, Bronny stepped onto the court and, in a move that…

Ruud van Nistelrooy, the former Manchester United striker and newly appointed interim manager, led his team to a thrilling 5-2 victory over Leicester City at Old Trafford. It was a moment of pure celebration for the Dutchman, as he returned to the scene of many of his greatest achievements, this time not as a goal-scoring machine but as the leader from the sidelines. At the final whistle, van Nistelrooy extended a respectful handshake to his Leicester counterpart, Steve Cooper, before heading purposefully toward the center circle. After warmly greeting his players and the match officials, he shared a particularly heartfelt…

Aberdeen, under manager Jimmy Thelin, made a powerful statement with a thrilling 2-1 win over Rangers, intensifying the pressure on Rangers manager Philippe Clement. In a packed Pittodrie Stadium, the Dons showcased their strength in an electric first-half display, securing a nine-point lead over their Glasgow rivals and moving level on points with Celtic at the top of the Scottish Premiership. Nicky Devlin opened the scoring for Aberdeen early on, lashing in a shot that capped off the hosts’ intense start. Aberdeen had several chances to extend their lead, with Graeme Shinnie hitting the woodwork and Jamie McGrath missing a…

Crystal Palace secured a notable 2-1 victory over Aston Villa in the Carabao Cup, advancing to the quarter-finals for the first time since the 2011-12 season. Daichi Kamada, who came off the bench, scored the decisive goal in the 64th minute after capitalizing on a poor pass from Diego Carlos. Kamada fired a powerful low shot from the edge of the area, putting Palace back in the lead. Eberechi Eze had opened the scoring for the Eagles with a well-placed header, connecting with Daniel Munoz’s cross. However, Villa equalized through Jhon Duran, who found the bottom corner despite Palace’s debut…

The Carabao Cup quarter-final matchups have been confirmed, with Manchester United set to face Tottenham Hotspur in a highly anticipated clash. United, fresh off their 5-2 victory over Leicester under interim manager Ruud van Nistelrooy, hope to have prospective new coach Ruben Amorim in place by the time they visit Spurs in mid-December. Holders Liverpool, aiming to defend their title, will travel to face Premier League strugglers Southampton, while Arsenal will host Crystal Palace in an all-London derby. In the last of the quarter-final ties, Newcastle United will welcome Brentford to St. James’ Park, rounding out a lineup that, for…

Liverpool secured their place in the Carabao Cup quarter-finals with a 3-2 victory over Brighton, driven by a stellar performance from Cody Gakpo, who scored twice to break the game open after a cagey first half. After a goalless 45 minutes, Gakpo wasted no time, scoring just a minute into the second half. The Dutch forward cut inside and unleashed a stunning strike that left the Brighton goalkeeper no chance. The goal energized the game, and Liverpool’s debutant goalkeeper, Vitezslav Jaros, kept the momentum going with a brilliant one-handed save to deny Simon Adingra’s header shortly afterward. Brighton’s Evan Ferguson…

Rúben Amorim, Sporting Lisbon’s current manager and the man widely expected to take over Manchester United, is likely to remain with Sporting until the international break in mid-November. Despite reports suggesting a deal is “done” after Erik ten Hag’s departure, confusion persists as United and Sporting officials have yet to confirm an agreement. Sporting insists that no official deal has been finalized, though Manchester United board member Sir Dave Brailsford fueled speculation by telling fans “it’s done” before Wednesday’s EFL Cup victory against Leicester City. Sources in Portugal support Brailsford’s statement, yet Sporting holds firm that talks remain ongoing. The…

Atalanta has commended Ademola Lookman following his impressive 14th place finish in the 2024 Ballon d’Or rankings, making him the only African player on this year’s 30-man shortlist. Lookman, a standout for both club and country, was recognized at the prestigious award ceremony held in Paris, France, on Monday. Atalanta expressed pride in their star forward, posting, “14th place for Mola: proud of you, Ade.” The Nigerian international’s season was marked by remarkable performances, notably his hat-trick in the Europa League final, which secured Atalanta a 3-0 victory over Bayer Leverkusen. His achievements at the club level were matched by…

The Phoenix Suns handed the Los Angeles Lakers their first defeat of the 2024 NBA season in a dramatic 109-105 clash at the Footprint Center on Tuesday night. The Suns’ dynamic duo, Kevin Durant and Devin Booker, combined for an impressive 63 points, with Booker scoring 33 and Durant contributing 30. This stunning display secured a hard-fought win for Phoenix and ended the Lakers’ unbeaten start. Durant, who recently reached an extraordinary career milestone by surpassing 29,000 career points, displayed his usual scoring prowess. Meanwhile, Booker took charge down the stretch, helping the Suns rally past a Lakers team that…

Former Manchester City and Italy striker Mario Balotelli has signed with Serie A club Genoa on a free transfer. The 34-year-old joins after a spell with Turkish club Adana Demirspor and will make his return to Italian football for the first time in over three years, following his departure from Monza in 2021. Balotelli’s move to Genoa marks a new chapter in a colorful career that has taken him across Europe. Known as much for his on-field talent as his off-field antics, Balotelli has remained a high-profile figure in football since his breakthrough. His time in the Premier League with…