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Flamingos Trash DR Congo 5 Nill In Benin

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3 years ago

March 19, 2022

The Flamingos of Nigeria today defeated their under 17 counterpart from the Democratic Republic of Congo 5 nill, in a 8 zero aggregate as they look forward to booking their ticket to the FIFA under 17 world cup in Costa Rica Next year.

The Flamingos had earlier defeated their DR Congo counterpart 3 nill in Kinshasa.

Esther Opeyemi sloted a low short into the right corner of the goal post in the 4th minute to give the Flamingos an early lead sending them0 Nigeria fan to jubilation, before adding a second in the 13 minute.

Timininu Adeshina made it 3 goals for Nigeria in the 19th minute after converting a free kick from the right flank to end the first half 3 zero.

The Flamingos missed a couple of chances at the commencement of the second half before Doosuur Atume scored the 4th goal for the Flamingos in the 58th minute and Tiawo Afolabi made it 5 goals in the 87th minute.

DR Congo’s Masanga Aime got the only yellow card of the game in the 63rd minute.

Speaking with Journalists after the game, The Flamingos head coach Bankole Olowookere noted that his technical team is now focused on the next game against Egypt, saying “my girls played to instructions today, even though there were some mistakes noticed we are still grateful. We now have to focus on the next game. We will study the Egyptians and develop our tactics for the next game. We know it will be tougher because even this team today was tougher than the last time we played, so we will prepare well not to let the country down.”

Meanwhile Deputy Governor of Edo state Comrade Philip Shaibu praised the team for their victory calling on the technical crew to work on “finishing of goals, as we missed more open one-on-one opportunities than we scored. If we had scored those goals we missed, we would have scored more than 10 goals. Goal opportunities don’t come always like that, so we must learn to take opportunities when we have them.”

Comrade Shaibu also praised Edo Queens Defender Oruegwe Blessing Sunday for putting up a good performance for the Flamingos noting “this is the dream, we have 2 players in the team and 1 of them played today, and played brilliantly well. We want to be producing players for our national team be it male or female and we have just started.”

The Flamingos will next play Egypt in the qualifiers for the under 17 FIFA world cup

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JUST IN: Cristiano Ronaldo Confirms Al Nassr’s Stay, To Sign New Deal

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6 days ago

June 9, 2025

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Portugal striker Cristiano Ronaldo is ready to extend his stay with Saudi pro side Al Nassr and is even ready to sign a new deal.

According to Fabrizio Romano’s post on X on Monday, the Portuguese have dismissed rumours of leaving Al Nassr.

The post read, “Cristiano Ronaldo confirms plan to stay at Al Nassr by signing a new deal.

“My future? Basically, nothing is gonna change. Staying at Al Nassr? Yea.”

Recall that the 40-year-old on Sunday helped his national team to secure the Nation’s League for the second time four years after the Nation’s League was unveiled.

Ronaldo, who joined Al Nassr in December 2022 on a record-breaking deal, has played a transformative role both on and off the pitch.

His arrival marked a turning point for Saudi football, drawing global attention to the Saudi Pro League and triggering a wave of high-profile signings across the league.

During his time at Al Nassr so far, Ronaldo has delivered impressive performances, scoring consistently and helping the club remain competitive at the top level. His presence has not only boosted the club’s visibility but also played a key role in the league’s growing popularity worldwide.

The announcement of his continued stay is seen as a significant boost for Al Nassr and the Saudi Pro League as a whole. It also signals Ronaldo’s long-term commitment to the ambitious football project unfolding in the region.

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Brazil Star, Neymar Tests Positive For COVID-19

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1 week ago

June 8, 2025

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Brazil forward Neymar has been sidelined after testing positive for COVID-19, Santos announced in a statement cited by Brazilian media.

The 33-year-old began showing symptoms on Thursday and was immediately withdrawn from all team activities. Medical tests later confirmed the viral infection, the Brazil Serie A club said on Saturday.

Santos did not specify how long Neymar will be out of action and did not respond immediately to a Reuters request for comment.

Neymar is already set to miss Thursday’s league match at Fortaleza due to suspension.

That Fortaleza game will be Santos’ final fixture before the Brazilian league pauses for the Club World Cup in the United States, scheduled from June 14 to July 13.

The former Barcelona forward’s future with Santos remains uncertain as his contract expires on June 30.

Limited by injury, Neymar has made 12 appearances across all competitions this season, tallying three goals and three assists.

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Osimhen Rejects Al Hilal 5th Offer, Wants To Stay In Europe

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1 week ago

June 8, 2025

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Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has officially turned down a fifth offer from Saudi Arabian giants Al Hilal, reaffirming his desire to remain in Europe.

In a post shared via X (formerly Twitter) handle, journalist Buchi Laba. Laba revealed that Osimhen has shut the door on any potential move to Saudi Arabia, regardless of the financial incentives.

“Victor Osimhen officially rejects Al Hilal 5th offer,” Laba wrote. “He has decided to not move there no matter the money offered. Case closed.”

Osimhen, who has been a subject of transfer speculation in recent months, appears to be in no rush to make a decision about his next move.

Sources close to the player suggest that his main priority is to continue his career in Europe, where he feels more competitively challenged.

“Main priority is to stay back in Europe,” Laba added, noting that “a top Italian club [is] very interested and other European clubs” are also keeping tabs on the Nigerian forward.

The 26-year-old Napoli star has been linked with several clubs across Europe, including teams in the Premier League and Serie A.

However, he is reportedly taking his time to evaluate the best sporting project before making his next move.

Osimhen was instrumental in Napoli’s Serie A title win in the 2022/23 season and also helped Galatasaray to a domestic double during his loan spell in Turkey last season.