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Team Edo South Win Asue Ighodalo Unity Gold Cup

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2 years ago

December 22, 2023

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The maiden edition of Asue Ighodalo Unity Gold Cup came to a close today, Friday December 22, 2023 at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City with team Edo South lifting the trophy after a 3-1 penalty victory over Edo Central.

The entertaining final match had ended in a 1-1 stalemate at the end of 90 minutes of regulation time after a late goal from Achipen Eden (94 minutes) had cancelled 36 minutes Friday Omoregie’s leading goal for Team Edo South.

The Unity Gold Cup, sponsored by Dr. Asue Ighodalo, according to the organisers, was put together as part of the sponsor’s contributions to the unity and peace in the state as well as for the social reawakening of the youths in the state.

The competition began on Wednesday, December 20th with Team Edo South, Team Edo Central and Team Edo North .

The winners, Edo South went home with the trophy and star prize of N250,000; while the runners up, Edo Central and third-placed team that is, Edo North received N150,000 and N100,000 respectively for their efforts.

Speaking after the presentation of the trophy, the tournament chief sponsor, Ighodalo said that his love for sports and football in particular informed his decision to sponsor the tournament.

“We have sports talents in Edo State and all we need to do is to encourage them to build the spirit of responsibility and competition which will strengthen and prepare them for the future.

“I am impressed with what I have seen; the organization by the Edo FA. We will continue to do more in supporting sports development in our state,” Ighodalo assured.

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

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11 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.