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FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup: Nigeria Beat Canada 3-1 [Watch Highlights]

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8 years ago

November 17, 2016

he Falconets of Nigeria bounced back from their opening day defeat at the 2016 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup in the hands of the Young Nadeshiko of Japan by earning a 3-1 victory over the Canucks of Canada.

Nigeria came from a goal down to beat Canada in Bava Park, Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea.

Canada was tested early on when Chinwendu Ihezuo shot narrowly over the bar on 10 minutes.

The Canadians took the lead 5 minutes later when Deanne Rose received a long ball inside the box and played a neat pass to Gabrielle Carle, and the No. 10 made no mistake from close range.

Nigeria came close to capitalising on a mistake on 37 minutes when Hannah Taylor lost control of the ball in her box, allowing Rasheedat Ajibade time to pounce, but her effort was blocked by Rylee Foster.

The Falconets eventually equalised just before half-time when Canada’s key player Bianca St Georges was penalised for handling the ball inside the area, with Chinaza Uchendu stepping up and converting the spot-kick.

Nigeria made an instant impact in the second half with Joy Bokiri putting the African side into the lead immediately after the restart.

Peter Dedevbo‘s side then doubled their advantage on 73 minutes when Chinwendu Ihezuo capitalised on a mistake by goalkeeper Foster and was left with an easy finish in front of an empty goal.

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Samson Dauda Wins Mr. Olympia 2024 And Surpasses 1 Million Instagram Followers

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12 hours ago

October 17, 2024

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After clinching the ₦1 billion prize and being crowned Mr. Olympia 2024, Samson Dauda has now surpassed 1 million followers on Instagram. Following his monumental victory, Dauda hit another major milestone, reaching 1 million followers on the platform.

Known as “The Nigerian Lion,” Dauda experienced a sharp spike in his fan base after his October 13 win. Dauda gained over 220,000 new followers between October 13 and 14 alone, highlighting his rapidly growing influence both within the bodybuilding world and beyond.

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As Dauda continues to celebrate his victory, his rising social media presence is helping solidify his brand. The 32-year-old athlete, born in Lagos, is now a global ambassador for bodybuilding, inspiring not only Nigerians but fitness enthusiasts worldwide.

Samson Dauda: Nigerian Bodybuilder Steals Headlines After Becoming Mr. Olympia 2024

Samson Dauda has officially cemented his place among the world’s elite bodybuilders by winning the prestigious Mr. Olympia 2024 title. While representing the United Kingdom, Dauda’s Nigerian heritage adds even more significance to his victory. His achievement is a major milestone not only for himself but also for the sport of bodybuilding and his cultural background.

Dauda, nicknamed “The Nigerian Lion,” walked away with a historic prize of ₦1 billion ($600,000), the largest sum ever awarded in the competition’s 60-year history. Held at the Las Vegas Convention Center, Mr. Olympia remains the pinnacle of bodybuilding competitions, attracting top athletes from around the globe, all vying for the title of “World’s Strongest Man” in their respective categories.

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Dauda’s journey to this moment has been years in the making. He began bodybuilding in 2014, and his rise has been nothing short of remarkable. After placing third in last year’s Mr. Olympia, Dauda came back stronger in 2024, first winning the prestigious Arnold Classic earlier in the year before finally claiming the ultimate title.

His victory reflects his resilience and dedication, marking the culmination of a decade of intense training and focus.

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PSV Fans Banned From PSG Game By French Authorities

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17 hours ago

October 17, 2024

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French authorities have banned PSV fans from attending this month’s Champions League match against Paris St Germain (PSG game) due to past disturbances.

PSV expressed surprise at the decision in a statement on Monday. The club noted that 2,000 of its fans had already purchased tickets for the October 22nd game, and all will receive refunds.

The ban follows incidents involving PSV fans in previous matches, prompting the French authorities to take preventive measures. Despite the unexpected decision, PSV assured their supporters that they would handle the refund process quickly.

PSV had anticipated a strong turnout for the match in Paris, but the ban means the team will have to play without the support of travelling fans. The club is disappointed by the ruling but urged their fans to respect the decision.

As the Champions League clash nears, PSV fans must watch the match from home or other locations, with no away supporters allowed in the stadium.

“There is a total travel ban for PSV supporters to and within Paris,” the Eredivisie club added.

“Despite the fact that PSV had no penalties outstanding, French police are citing past disturbances with supporters… there are also some domestic security issues at play.”

PSV mag op last van de Franse autoriteiten geen supporters meenemen naar het uitduel voor de UEFA Champions League met Paris Saint-Germain.#PSGPSV #UCL https://t.co/FE46a3f1ko

— PSV (@PSV) October 14, 2024

During a 1-1 draw last October, PSV and RC Lens fans threw objects at each other. In 2022, UEFA ordered PSV to play one European match without their away fans due to crowd trouble during their 1-0 loss to Arsenal.

Currently, PSV have earned just one point from their first two Champions League matches, while PSG have secured three points.

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Godfrey Oboabona Slams Libya Over Super Eagles’ Ordeal And Urges Strict Action From CAF

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2 days ago

October 16, 2024

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Nigeria defender Godfrey Oboabona (34) has criticized the Libyan Football Federation for their mistreatment of the Super Eagles. Eguavoen has called on the Confederation of African Football (CAF) to implement strict rules. He wants to prevent similar incidents in the future.

The three-time African champions faced a difficult situation in Libya. This happened in the days before their Africa Cup of Nations qualification match against Libya.

The Libyan opponents left Augustine Eguavoen’s team stranded at an abandoned airport for more than 15 hours without any help. They used this tactic to make the Nigerian team feel uneasy before the match at Benina Martyrs Stadium in Benghazi.

The players expressed their concerns on social media. Eventually, rescuers came to Al-Abraq and helped the team. The Nigerian team then decided not to play the match because they worried about their safety.

Godfrey Oboabona shared his thoughts on the troubling incident. He believes violated the principles of fair play and respect in football. He also offered suggestions to CAF on how to address this issue.

“It was truly a terrifying experience, but the most important thing is that the boys (Super Eagles) are safely back home after that frightening ordeal. I expect the Confederation of African Football to take action and prevent incidents like this in the future,” the 2013 AFCON winner said.

“If this is what we consider home advantage, it’s truly disgraceful, and it shows how far we still have to go on this continent. The Libyan Football Federation has no justification for their actions, which go against the principles of fair play and respect.

“Aware that they couldn’t compete with the Nigerians, they resorted to such actions, but their plans backfired. I expect CAF to not only impose a heavy fine on the Libyans but also to disqualify their national team from the tournament as a warning to other countries.”

The Libyan team had lost all of their previous matches against Nigeria. They desperately needed to win to keep their hopes of qualifying for the biennial African football tournament alive.

Godfrey Oboabona captained Sunshine Stars in the Nigeria Professional Football League. He led them to semi-final finishes in two tournaments. They reached this stage in the 2011 CAF Confederation Cup. Also, they made the semis in the 2012 CAF Champions League. Oboabona shared his experiences from these events. He discussed how they impacted African football.

He said,

“I can relate to what Augustine Eguavoen’s team experienced, as I faced similar situations several times while representing Sunshine Stars in the CAF Champions League and CAF Confederation Cup.

“Our hosts, particularly the North Africans, often resorted to these tactics to demoralize us. I believe we should have moved beyond these issues by now because, in the end, it’s our football in Africa that will continue to suffer.

“If this persists, our top players may refuse to participate in international fixtures played away from home, and even European clubs might hesitate to release them.

“I hope for a future when the world’s biggest stars choose to end their careers playing for African clubs, but incidents like this could stand in the way of that dream.

“This isn’t the first time it’s happened, and CAF’s failure to impose strict penalties on offenders has only encouraged such behaviour, as teams are now desperate to win at any cost.”

Although they have played one fewer game, Eguavoen’s team is leading Group D with seven points. The former Rizespor defender believes that there is nothing that can stop the 2023 AFCON runners-up.

“Nothing will stop Nigeria from qualifying for Morocco 2025 at this rate. They remain unbeaten in all three matches played so far in Group D, and if they maintain this momentum, they could finish the qualifying series without a single loss.”

CAF has confirmed that they have received an official complaint from the Nigeria Football Federation. Consequently, they have sent the case to their disciplinary board for investigation.

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