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Man Utd, Chile FCs For Mega Soccer Finals
Manchester United FC of Ahoada West has
beaten Young Boys FC of Port Harcourt 2-1 to reach the finals of the ongoing
Kala Mega Soccer Championship at No. 6 Field, Port Harcourt.
The match saw both teams display a lot of
zeal to outwit each other from the start of the game. In the 23rd minute,
Manchester United boys scored the opening goal which they held onto till the
end of the first half.
The second half witnessed a serious drama
where the Manchester United goalkeeper was injured but despite the injury, he
was able to continue and stood between the opponents and goals.
However, Manchester United FC who had shown
serious ambition on the competition increased the tally to two late in the
game.
A consolation goal by Young Boys FC in the
90th minute could not remedy the situation as they lost gallantly to the better
Manchester United FC by 2-1.
Speaking to sports journalists shortly
after the match, United’s goalkeeper Robinson Israel gave thanks to God for giving them victory over
their hard tackling opponents.
He also described the match as the most
difficult since joining the competition.
Also in the interview, the coach of
Manchester United FC, Nicky Otaji, commended his boys for their strong character
noting that the match seemed like the final of the competition.
“I am impressed with the overall standard
of the game. The officiating was normal and the character and approach of my
boys were very perfect.
“Sometime ago, I was involved in a competition
like this, but unfortunately we were knocked out in the semi finals. Now, I am
assuring everybody that at this stage, I have to change my tactics and make
sure that we win the trophy”, Otaji said.
Chile FC of Port Harcourt also defeated
Marine FC 5-3 through penalty shootouts in the other semi final match to
proceed to the final against Manchester United.
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.
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