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National Para Games: Team Edo Makes Increase In Medal Harvest

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December 13, 2023

Edo State Athletes have made their presence noticed in the ongoing second National Para Athletic Games, tagged ‘Abuja 2023’ as they have continued to rake in more medals after impressive performance in Cycling, Athletics, Parapowerlifting,Tennis and Javelin.

Some of the sports medals won by the Team Edo include: Taekwondo, Wheelchair Tennis, Cycling, Powerlifting and Athletics, Edo athletes dominated their opponents, producing outstanding performances.

In the results released on December 12,
team Edo won 5 gold 1 bronze in Athletics; Cycling -3 Gold medals;Powerlifting -3 Gold -5 Silver -2 Bronze.

Michael Christopher performed brilliantly in the 200m Men T11 event and secured the first position with a stunning time of 24.65 win Gold medal for Edo just as Oduware Goodness, also made Edo proud in the 100m Women T37/38 In Para Athletics.She dominated the race, returning in a time of 15.14 to increase the gold medals for Edo.

Emmanuel Obasiuwa won the first Gold for Edo in Para Athletics while Alli Ejike Christian secured Gold in the F57 class of male javelin

David Ikerebe got Bronze medal in the 100m Men T37/38 with a time of 13.03 as consolation for his effort.

Team Edo were also impressive
In the Powerlifting event and Wheelchair Tennis, picking gold respectively to increase the harvest of Gold medals

Team Edo expects more Gold medals after coming out strong in various categories of Tennis and other events to qualify for semifinals and finals.

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

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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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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.

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EPL: Maresca Signs Three-year Contract To Replace Guardiola At Man City

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May 26, 2026

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Former Chelsea and Leicester City manager, Enzo Maresca has signed a three-year contract with Manchester City.

Maresca will now replace Pep Guardiola, who took charge of his last game on Sunday – a 2-1 defeat to Aston Villa in the Premier League.

Football transfer expert, Fabrizio Romano, wrote on X on Tuesday: “Enzo Maresca has already signed a three-year deal as Manchester City’s new manager.

“Agreement until June 2029 and new chapter to start soon at #MCFC, with Maresca fully involved in the transfer strategy.

“Here we go, 100% confirmed.”

Maresca has been out of work since he left Stamford Bridge in January this year and has snubbed offers while waiting for the City job.