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Gokana Utd FC Focuses On Promotion …Hosts Lobi Stars Jnr, Sunday

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11 years ago

July 25, 2014

One of Rivers State
flagbearers in the Nationwide amateur league and one solely sponsored by a local government council Gokana United Football Club of Gokana has reiterated its desire to gain promotion to the national amateur Division one league next season.
Currently campaigning in the amateur division Turo B, Gokana United is leading the log on superior goals difference, having chalked up maximum points from matches played so far.
Consequently, management and players of the club have promised to sustain their impressive run in the league as action in the division resumes this weekend following the 2014 World Cup induced recess.
On Sunday Gokana United is billed to host Lobi Stars, Junior FC of Katsina-Ala in a potentially explosive encounter and they have vowed to continue from where they left off by ensuring comprehensive victory in the tie.
Speaking at the end of one of the club’s training sessions this week, the team manager of the side, Ambassador Solomon Lah recalled that the team had recorded a clean slate in all competitive matches played at its home ground, Gokana Central Stadium in addition to the famous draw result with the national team, the Super eagles during the stadium’s opening ceremony.
Ambassador Lah expressed optimism that with the level of support and motivation they are getting from their sponsors, and the commitment of the players, the feat would be sustained to guarantee promotion to division one at the end of the season.
Also speaking, media officer of the club, Martins Giadom said that everything had been put in place for a hitch-free game on Sunday and that the players were in high spirits hoping to deliver against the visitors.
He enjoined fans of the club and all football lovers to throng the Gokana central Stadium on Sunday and cheer the team to victory.

Enyeama

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RSG Pledges To Develop Baseball

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8 hours ago

September 19, 2025

The Tide

Rivers State Government has pledged to provide training pitch for Baseball in the State.

The Director of Sports in Rivers State Sports Council, Obia Inyengiyikabo made pledge on Tuesday in an interview with sports journalists shortly after the five days Intensive Capacity Development Course For Baseball Coaches.

Inyengiyikabo said the State Government has given priority to sport development.

” Yes we are happy for the five days Intensive Capacity development programme for baseball coaches in Nigeria.Sure by the grace of God the Governor of the State Sir Siminialayi Fubara will provide Baseball pitch.

” This programme, I am sure will be an eye opener for our youth to fall in love with the game. I appreciate the Global Sports Partners for finding Rivers State worthy host the programme”, Inyengiyikabo stated.

Meanwhile the Director of Global Sports Partner’s Coach Justin Rhondes from United States of America ( USA) expressed joy for the turnout.

He stated that seeing the coaches and players impressive turnout was indication the game was popular in Nigeria.

” We Global Sports Partners, our key word is partner, so for us we are ready to come back to Nigeria any time.

“The few days we have stayed Coaches and players has benefited a lot from the programme”, he said.

Kiadum Edookor

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CAFCL : Rivers United Arrives DR Congo

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9 hours ago

September 19, 2025

The Tide

Rivers United FC of Port Harcourt contingent, comprising players, technical crew, backroom staff, and officials, depart the Murtala Mohammed International Airport in Lagos State on Wednesday, bound for Kinshasa, DR Congo.

The team is set to face FC Les Aigles du Congo in the first-round first-leg match of the CAF Champions League.

This was contained in a press release signed by the media officer of the club, Charles Mayuku and made available to Tidesports on Wednesday.

He said that the highly anticipated match is scheduled to take place at the 80,000-capacity Kinshasa-Complexe Omnisports Stade des Martyrs on morrow with kickoff slated for 3:30pm.

According to the statement the encounter marks the first-ever meeting between both sides in any competition, adding that an air of excitement and unpredictability to the fixture.

“As the Pride of Nigeria embarks on this crucial journey, the team is determined to return with a decent result that will set them up favorably for the second leg on Sunday, 28th September” the statement said.

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FIFA rankings: S’Eagles drop Position, remain sixth in Africa

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9 hours ago

September 19, 2025

The Tide

Nigeria’s Super Eagles have slipped one place in the latest FIFA World Rankings, falling from 44th to 45th globally while maintaining sixth position on the African continent.

The new rankings, released via FIFA’s official X handle on Thursday, reflect the team’s continued struggles under Coach Eric Chelle amid a stuttering 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign.

This marks a second consecutive decline after the Nigerian side dropped from 43rd to 44th in August on the back of poor outings in recent international matches.

Despite Nigeria’s setback, several African teams made progress. Morocco remains the continent’s highest-ranked side, sitting 11th in the world after winning eight of their last nine matches. Senegal, Egypt, Algeria and Côte d’Ivoire complete Africa’s top five.

Lesotho slipped to 153rd place, while Benin Republic, Nigeria’s upcoming opponent, climbed to 93rd. South Africa’s Bafana Bafana, who held the Super Eagles to a 1-1 draw in June, rose to 55th, strengthening their bid for World Cup qualification.

Zimbabwe had the biggest slide down the ranking table, dropping nine places to 125th position in the world.

The rankings highlight Nigeria’s struggle to regain form on the global stage as key rivals continue to surge ahead.

Similarly, the Super Falcons of Nigeria remain 36th best in the world], while the Spanish female national team replaced the USA at the top of the women’s ranking.