Monday 29 June 2020

Parma 1-2 Inter Milan: Moses relishes comeback win

By Akeem Lawal
FORMER Nigeria international, Victor Moses was pleased by the manner of Inter Milan’s comeback victory at Parma in a dramatic Serie A clash at the Stadio Tardini on Sunday, Sportsbiz247.blogspot.com reports.

Saturday 27 June 2020

FA Cup: Solskjaer hails Ighalo as Nigerian leads Man Utd into semifinals

By Akeem Lawal 
MANCHESTER United manager, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has hailed Odion Ighalo's predatory instincts and impact after the on-loan striker netted against Norwich City in the FA Cup on Saturday.

Friday 26 June 2020

Oyo sports commissioner tests positive for COVID-19

By Akeem Lawal 
The Commissioner for Youth Development and Sports in Oyo State, Seun Fakorede, has tested positive for COVID-19, Sportsbiz247.blogspot.com reports.

Sports Minister mourns Ajimobi

By Our Reporter
YOUTH and Sports Development  Minister, Sunday Dare has expresed shock over the death of former Oyo State Governor Senator Abiola Ajimobi who pased away on Thursday at age of 70.

Oyo SWAN mourns Grand Patron, Ajimobi

By Our Reporter
THE Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Oyo State chapter commiserates with the people of Oyo State and the ruling All Progressive Congress as well as sports writers in the Pace Setter State over the death of the immediate past Governor of the state, who was also the association’s Grand Patron, Senator Ishaq Abiola Ajimobi. 

Wednesday 24 June 2020

Nantes' Team of The Decade: Moses Simon makes Best XI

By Akeem Lawal
SUPER Eagles winger, Moses Simon has been listed in the FC Nantes’ Best XI of the Decade by fans of the French Ligue 1 side, Sportsbiz247.blogspot.m reports.

Thursday 18 June 2020

Getafe 0-0 Espanyol: Etebo admits to tough game


By Akeem Lawal
SUPER Eagles midfielder Oghenekaro Etebo has admitted that Getafe’s game against Espanol at the Coliseum Alfonso Perez on Tuesday was a tough one.

Chukwueze bags MOTM, Most Stylish Player awards

By Akeem Lawal
NIGERIA international, Samuel Chukwueze was voted the Man of the Match (MOTM) after his superb performance for Villarreal in a 1-0 victory over RCD Mallorca in a Spanish La Liga game on Tuesday.

Monday 15 June 2020

Nantes confirm Simon’s deal until 2024

By Akeem Lawal 
LIGUE 1 side FC Nantes have officially announced the signing of Nigeria international, Moses Simon in a deal that will run until June 2024.

Friday 12 June 2020

Thursday 11 June 2020

Rohr wants NPFL venues policed, scared of losing valuables again

By Akeem Lawal
SUPER Eagles Manager, Gernot Rohr is hoping the Nigeria Football Federation will provide adequate security for him when he visits Nigerian Professional Football League venues to watch home stars in action.

Usman to defend UFC title against Burns

By Akeem Lawal

Nigerian born USA-based Kamaru Usman will defend his Welterweight title against training partner Gilbert Burns in the main event of UFC's first show on 'Fight Island' on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi on July 11, 2020.

Thursday 4 June 2020

Lille lower Osimhen’s asking price to €45m


.As Madrid battle Liverpool, Napoli for Nigerian
By Akeem Lawal
Latest reports in France claimed that Lille are now ready to sell Nigeria international, Victor Osimhen for a reduced €45m (£40m) fee, as opposed the €80m (£72m) as had previously been reported.

Tuesday 2 June 2020

Osimhen voted Lille’s Player of the Season

By Akeem Lawal
SUPER Eagles forward, Victor Osimhen has been voted Player of the Season 2019/2020 by Ligue 1 club, Lille.