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Colombians FC Eliminates NDDC From Mega Soccer Tourney
The Colombians Football Club Port Harcourt has eliminated their NDDC FC counterparts from Comrade Kala Soccer Championship holding at the Number six field play ground in Port Harcourt Township.
However, the Colombians almost threw away the game after notching up on early goal but held on to progress 675 via penalty shoot-out.
In the early minutes of the enfounter, the Colombians boys got their goal barely two minutes from the start.
The NDDC team with a well co-ordinated attack failed to convert their scoring chances as the Colombians beefed up their defence.
Several attempts were made mostly from the NDDC star studded team but the score line remained in favour of the Colombians till the end of fist half.
The second half witnessed a heavy downpour which disrupted the free flow, entertaining football on display.
NDDC stars FC Managed to level the score line through star striker, Vincent Ofuru as the Colombians boys went back to defend their territory.
It was 1-1 at the end of 90 minutes and the match had to go into penalty shootout. The Colombians FC eliminated NDDC stars FC 6-5 goal aggregate.
In an interview with Tidesports immediately after the encounter, NDDC FC’s Vincent Ofuru said though they were not happy being eliminated from the competition, he felt elated for scoring against one of the best teams in the competition.
“The match was normal in the first halt until when rain started falling. The flood on the pitch changed the entire scenario, there was no free-flow movement of the ball but by the grace of God, I proved my mettle by equalising,Ofuru said.
Other teams that qualified for second round are Ambassador FC,k Phalga (1) FC, Kigali FC and Young Boys FC.
Gold Monday
The Bayelsa State government, yesterday, announced that the marathon will be held on Saturday, April 4, 2026.
The inaugural race is owned by the Bayelsa State Government and will be organised by Nilayo Sports Management Limited, a sports management company.
Under the theme “The Reveal,” the race represents a bold unveiling of Bayelsa’s immense human and cultural potential to the international community, inviting the world to witness the resilience, grit, and talent rooted in the heart of the Niger Delta.
According to the organisers, the race will be flagged off at 9:30 a.m., at the Opolo Roundabout, guiding participants through a carefully designed 10-kilometre route that highlights the scenic beauty and vibrant atmosphere of Yenagoa.
The course will culminate at Peace Park Square, where athletes will cross the finish line into a grand celebration of endurance, unity, and community spirit.
To elevate the experience for runners and spectators alike, the finish venue will host a high-energy post-race concert featuring performances from top A-list artistes, blending sport and entertainment in a festival-style atmosphere.
The organisers directed all registered participants to collect their race bibs and kits at the designated Peace Park Square between March 30 and April 3, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. daily.
The race, according to them, is currently on track for World Athletics accreditation, underscoring the commitment of both the Bayelsa State Government and Nilayo Sports Management Limited to delivering an event that meets the highest global standards.
The Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Bukola Olopade, on Friday continued the Commission’s nationwide appreciation tour with a visit to Abeokuta, where outstanding junior athlete, Majekodunmi Afusat Bisola, was presented with a cheque of N3 million.
The presentation forms part of the NSC’s initiative to recognise and reward exceptional junior athletes who distinguished themselves in 2025 and contributed significantly to Nigeria’s medal haul.
Majekodunmi delivered an impressive run of performances on the track. At the last edition of the National Sports Festival, she stormed to gold in the 400m and the 4x400m relay. She replicated the double triumph at the Confederation of African Athletics (CAA) Junior Championship, in Abeokuta, before emerging as one of the standout stars at the African Youth Games in Luanda, Angola.
Speaking during the presentation, Olopade explained that the Commission deemed it necessary to extend financial appreciation to grassroots athletes after elite performers had earlier received grants running into thousands of dollars.
“A few weeks ago, after paying grants to our elite athletes, we agreed tthere was a need to also appreciate these young, budding talents who made Nigeria proud last year,” he said.
He disclosed that of the 376 medals recorded by Nigerian athletes in 2025, more than 200 were won by grassroots talents, underscoring the importance of sustained investment in youth development.