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Benue FA Chair visits Lobi Stars, Abia Warriors, donates cash, branded balls

In a bid to demonstrate team spirit which the round-leather game represents, the Chairman of Benue State Football Association, Barr. Paul Edeh, on Saturday visited the officials and players of Lobi Stars as well as Abia Warriors in Lafia, venue of a rescheduled matchday 4 of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL).

Accompanied by the BSFA Secretary Dr. Iorngulum Malu and other officials, Barr. Edeh who first met with Lobi Stars players and team members at their camp while describing the killings by armed robbers in Otukpo, Benue State as horrific and bizarre, explained that the one day postponement of their match was in line with the mourning mood of the entire people of Benue state.

He then told the players to see the period as a time for sober reflection and re-dedication of their service to the club for greater success.

Recalling the lasting damages and ripple effects Friday October 20, 2023 massacre of over 10 persons including serving Policemen dumped on Otukpo and environs, the FA Leader who broke down in tears said, “All my life while growing up in Otukpo environment where I had my primary and secondary education I neither witnessed nor heard of such wicked happening in the area.

“How can innocent people who left their houses in search of daily bread be wasted like this? All because a few young men of the underworld thought it was necessary to steal the joy of many families away and bring our dear state to its knees after raiding up to five banks and murdering many people. 

“I couldn’t sleep as I reflected on the extent of carnage brought upon a people for no reason whatsoever because an injury to one is an injury to all.

“I want to use this medium to thank the Chairman of NPFL, Hon. Gbenga Elegbeleye for sympathising with us and agreeing that the match be postponed, despite what it will cost, as a mark of honour to the victims who died for no .”

In their separate remarks, the Vice Chairman of Lobi Stars Dominic Iorfa and Captain of the Club Daniel Atasaka thanked Benue FA board, and reckoned that the visit and support have spurred the team to put in their best at all times.

At Abia Warriors’ camp, Barr. Edeh, together with Iorfa and BSFA Secretary, thanked the club for their understanding and solidarity at this critical time of the state.

Responding, the Club Sporting Director, Emeka Ifejiagwa, and Head Coach, Erasmus Onu, sympathised with Lobi Stars, BSFA and the entire football family in Benue state.

The BSFA Chairman later announced donation of N1.2 million naira and branded balls to both Clubs as a way to cushion the effect of the postponed match.

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Could Man Utd Get Sucked Into Premier League Relegation Fight?

Could Man Utd Get Sucked Into Premier League Relegation Fight?

Ruben Amorim increasingly has the look of a man with regrets. Since taking over as Manchester United manager, the Portuguese has won just four out of 10 fixtures in all competitions with Thursday’s 2-0 defeat to Wolves the latest disappointing result to highlight the trouble being experienced by the Old Trafford outfit.

United deserved to lose at Molineux. Bruno Fernandes’ mindless red card reduced his team to 10 men with Wolves able to make the most of its advantage through goals from Matheus Cunha and Hwang Hee-chan. This was Manchester United’s third straight defeat after losses to Tottenham Hotspur and Bournemouth.

When Amorim arrived at Old Trafford, there was a chance that Manchester United could have mounted a late challenge for a Champions League qualification place. Now, United is slumped in 14th place in the Premier League table, 11 points off the top four. The Red Devils are closer to the bottom three.

In fact, the way Manchester United is playing right now, it’s not impossible that it could get sucked into the relegation fight at the foot of the table. Amorim and his players will face Newcastle United and table-toppers Liverpool before the end of the festive stretch of fixtures, meaning even darker days could come in the near future.

 

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“The little things stuck with me” – Super Eagles star credits his Father for Christmas charity act

“The little things stuck with me” – Super Eagles star credits his Father for Christmas charity act

Super Eagles and Fulham attacking midfielder, Alex Chuka Iwobi, has revealed his Father played a huge role in his Christmas charity event a few days ago, Soccernet.ng reports.

The 28-year-old opened a shop in East London under the name “AlexPress“, and stuffed it with food and groceries to give back to the people of the community where he grew up.

Iwobi revealed his Father played a huge role in the act, as he made sure kindness was instilled into the family by showing examples even in the little things.

“Even now, my dad, for example, if we’re going to the shop to get a one-pound drink, he’d give the guy in charge five pounds and tell him to keep the rest. When the bin men came, he’d make sure he was awake when they came around just so he could give them extra bottles of water. Little things like that stuck with me.

My mum and dad do that, and even my sisters do the same. We just like to help other people, especially family. Seeing my parents do that, and being in a position like I am, it’s only right that I give back to the community.

“I was able to create AlexPress, a little mini-mart. The shop is like a road away from the primary school I went to, so we were able to hire that for the day and basically invite as many people to collect Christmas food for their families.

So many people were able to leave with a smile on their faces and it makes it easier for them to enjoy Christmas because I know the cost of living is not easy, so I try to help in any way I can,” the former Everton man told Fulham’s official website.

Away from Iwobi, another Super Eagles star, Victor Osimhen, also gave food items and tricycles to locals of Olusosun, in Lagos, Nigeria – the town where he went from being a boy to being a man.

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Napoli’s Osimhen and Leverkusen’s Boniface Light Up Lagos With ‘Detty’ December Celebration

Napoli’s Osimhen and Leverkusen’s Boniface Light Up Lagos With ‘Detty’ December Celebration

Napoli’s Victor Osimhen and Bayer Leverkusen’s Victor Boniface recently brought the festive season to life in Lagos with an unforgettable December celebration, Soccernet.ng reports.

The two Super Eagles stars joined in the city’s vibrant “detty” December festivities, dancing and relaxing at a club with their peers.

In a video shared on social media, Osimhen, currently in top form with Galatasaray in Turkey, can be seen dancing to a song played in the club, while injured Boniface enjoys a drink from his cup.

Boniface and Osimhen’s Bond
Both players are key figures in the Super Eagles squad. Boniface, seen as the potential replacement for Osimhen when the talisman is injured or on the bench, shares a close bond with his teammate.

After winning the Bundesliga title with Leverkusen last season, Boniface recalled how Osimhen predicted his rise in the German league.

“Shout out to [Victor] Osimhen because I remember when they [Napoli] won the league. He told me next year will be your turn and it’s happening now. Senior man respect,” Boniface told Soccernet.ng.

Even on Boniface’s 24th birthday, Osimhen took to social media to celebrate his teammate:

“Birthday blessings starboy! Only love and well wishes over here man. See you soon!”

Off the pitch, Boniface values his relationship with Osimhen and recently named the Napoli forward as the most valuable contact on his phone. The former Union SG player has also praised Osimhen for his impressive performances at club level.

Osimhen and Boniface: Big in the Transfer Market
The two Super Eagles stars have attracted the attention of top European clubs looking to strengthen their squads.

Premier League clubs, including Manchester United and Arsenal, have previously been linked with both players, and one of them may soon make a move to England.

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