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Edo Leads As Niger Delta Games Enters Day Four

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3 months ago

February 24, 2026

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Edo State is leading the medal table with 22 gold, 12 silver and 13 bronze medals at the ongoing Niger Delta Games tagged Edo2026.

Delta State follows, with 14 gold, 19 silver and 11 bronze medals, while Bayelsa State sits third with 13 gold, 7 silver and 11 bronze medals.

The Executive Chairman of the Edo State Sports Commission, Hon. Amadin Desmond Enabulele, who stated this at a press briefing on Monday charged Team Edo athletes and coaches to remain focused and determined to sustain the state’s commanding lead on the medals table.

Enabulele reaffirmed confidence in the team’s capacity to maintain momentum and secure overall victory at the ongoing regional Games.

He expressed satisfaction with Team Edo’s impressive outing so far, attributing the early success to strategic planning, discipline and thorough preparation ahead of the competition.

According to him, the 12-day intensive camping organised for the athletes played a crucial role in building team spirit and sharpening their competitive edge.

He said, “Our decision to embark on a 12-day closed camping was deliberate and strategic. It gave our athletes the opportunity to bond, train rigorously and cultivate the winning mentality required for a competition of this magnitude.

“What we are witnessing today is not accidental. It is the product of careful planning, technical discipline and the resilience of our athletes and coaches.”

While commending the team for their early dominance, Enabulele warned against complacency, stressing that the Games are still ongoing and that greater effort is required to consolidate Edo’s advantage.

“This is only Day Four. We must not celebrate too early. I charge our athletes and coaches to remain focused, stay disciplined and continue to harvest gold medals for Edo State. The mission is not just to lead, but to finish strong.

“Every event presents another opportunity to demonstrate excellence, and I am confident that Team Edo will continue to rise to the occasion.”

He further praised Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, for his unwavering support and commitment to sports development in the state.

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EPL: Chelsea Set To Sanction First Summer Transfer Under Alonso

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4 hours ago

May 28, 2026

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Chelsea are set to sanction their first summer transfer under their new manager, Xabi Alonso.

According to the BBC Sport, the Blues are ‘open’ to selling Filip Jorgensen this summer after the goalkeeper indicated his desire to leave Stamford Bridge.

Jorgensen joined the Premier League west London club two seasons ago from Villarreal.

The 24-year-old shot-stopper was expected to compete for the number one position with goalkeeper Robert Sanchez, but he made just 11 Premier League appearances over the two seasons.

However, while the arrival of Alonso to Stamford Bridge could lead to a change in fortunes for Jorgensen, the report added that the Danish star has already expressed his desire to leave Chelsea this summer to get more regular playing game-time elsewhere.

Chelsea had blocked a potential exit for Jorgensen in the January transfer window, but the Premier League west London club are now open to a sale, with European and English clubs expected to explore a deal for the goalkeeper.

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EPL: ‘Go For Alvarez’ – Paul Merson Hands Arsenal Two Signings To Make

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2 days ago

May 26, 2026

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Arsenal legend, Paul Merson, has handed his old club two signings to make in the summer.

Merson wants Arsenal to sign Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez and a new midfielder.

“I would get a centre forward this summer, I would go for Julian Alvarez,” Merson said on The Good, The Bad & The Football podcast.

“I am a big fan. If they could get him, I would. I still think they probably need another midfield player as well.”

Arsenal is expected to bolster its squad in the summer after winning the Premier League title ahead of Manchester City this season.

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EPL: Wayne Rooney Picks Most Improved Player This Season

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2 days ago

May 26, 2026

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Manchester United legend, Wayne Rooney, has picked the Red Devils defender Luke Shaw as the most improved player in the Premier League following the conclusion of the 2025/26 season.

Speaking on his BBC podcast, Rooney said, “I think, for me, Luke Shaw. I think Luke Shaw has been the most improved player this season.

“I know he is an experienced player now, but I think his level this season has been much better than it has been in recent seasons.

“People might look at Kobbie Mainoo but I don’t think he’s improved. It was just the fact he wasn’t playing under the former manager so it wasn’t good or bad.”

Shaw enjoyed one of his most consistent seasons at Man United and started all of Man United’s Premier League games.