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Edo Sports Commission Boss, Enabulele, Inducted Into Cricket Family

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1 year ago

February 14, 2025

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Edo State Cricket team on Thursday inducted the Executive Chairman of the state Sports Commission, Hon. Amadin Desmond Enabulele, into the cricket family.

Enabulele was inducted into the Cricket family when he received members of the U-19 female national cricket at the commission’s media centre.

The Edo State sports boss who celebrated the team’s recent international successes in Malaysia, said: “I am truly impressed with your achievements,” Enabulele stated.

“This aligns perfectly with the vision of our Governor, Sen. Monday Okpebholo, who prioritizes grassroots sports development.

“Your success is a reflection of that vision, and we acknowledge the hard work of everyone involved, especially the association’s Chairman, Mr. Uyi Akpata.”

To further support the team, Enabulele announced plans to upgrade sporting facilities and pledged financial assistance of ₦1 million to aid their ongoing efforts.

In their separate response, Mr. Theophilus Ibodeme, the Technical Consultant for the U-19 team and Assistant National Coach of the female team, expressed his gratitude to Enabulele.

He stated, “My role was to guide the coaches and ensure that all technical decisions were aligned with modern practices to help the team win.”

He noted that seven of the nine Edo-based players have also been selected for the senior national team, emphasizing the state’s commitment to grassroots sports development.

“None of these players were recruited externally; they were all trained here in Edo. It’s a testament to the quality of our local programs,” Ibodeme added.

The team captain, Peculiar Lucky, expressed her appreciation for the support received from the Executive Chairman, coaches, and the Sports Commission, acknowledging their role in the team’s remarkable achievements, including victories against formidable opponents like New Zealand and Ireland.

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EPL: Why I Won’t Stay One More Year At Man Utd – Casemiro

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9 hours ago

May 6, 2026

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Manchester United midfielder, Casemiro, has explained why he won’t stay one more year at the club.

The 34-year-old is set to leave Old Trafford at the end of the current season.

The Brazilian, however, had been urged by the club’s fans to extend his contract by one more year due to his brilliant display for Michael Carrick’s side this term.

Speaking on the development, Casemiro told ESPN Brasil, “There is no chance [for me to stay one more year].

“It is leaving through the front door. It has been four wonderful years, and I am eternally grateful not only to the club but to the fans.

“I think it is over. The cycle has ended here. I am moving on to a new chapter in my career.”

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EPL: Rooney Names Team To Win Title

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1 day ago

May 5, 2026

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Former Manchester United striker, Wayne Rooney, has said Arsenal will go on to win the Premier League title, after Manchester City dropped points against Everton.

City were held to a 3-3 draw at the Hill Dickinson Stadium on Monday night.

The result means Pep Guardiola’s men are now five points behind Arsenal, but they have one game in hand.

Rooney believes the Gunners will beat West Ham this weekend and go on to be champions.

He said on BBC Sport: “No, I’m concerned for West Ham. I just think Arsenal are efficient and professional.

“I just think they will win every game. So obviously, with the result tonight, that means they will win the league.”

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UCL, EPL: Petr Cech Advises Chelsea On How To Win Trophies

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3 days ago

May 4, 2026

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Chelsea legend, Petr Cech, has advised his old club on how to win the UEFA Champions League or the English Premier League.

Chelsea are already out of the Premier League title race this season, and they are at risk of missing out on UEFA Champions League qualification for next season because they are currently not in the ninth position on the Premier League table.

Speaking to The Athletic about Chelsea, Cech said that the Blues need to change their philosophy of signing only young players if they want to win the Premier League or Champions League.

According to the former goalkeeper, the Premier League west London club needs to add experienced players to mentor the young players in the squad.

“You have to look at what you want to achieve. You can have young, talented players, and you can win, but it’s very rare that you manage to do that,” he said.

“If you want to win every season and compete every season, that does not go together.

“You have to change your philosophy. Certain things don’t go together because, in order to win a Champions League or a Premier League… these are really tough competitions, and you have to be consistent.

“You need to have a strong core of the team. And then you can bring young, talented players who will grow faster and then will be held by the experienced players to help navigate them through difficult times when they come.”

Currently, Chelsea have just one player, Tosin Adarabioyo, who is over 28 this season, and the defender has not been playing regularly.