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Dolphins Target Fed Cup Title
John Ogu (right) in club action. he has found playing time hard to come by at Academica.
Rivers State Federation Cup winners, Dolphins FC of Port Harcourt is eyeing to bring home the 2014 National Federation Cup title.
The four time winners on Sunday edged sister club, Sharks FC 8-7 on penalty shoot-out to emerge state champions, after both sides were tied on goals in regulations time.
Now, the club wants to have its hands on another national title after coming short in recent attempts.
According to the club’s technical Adviser, Stanley Eguma, the Sunday victory over Sharks was an indication that Dolphins are in track and in good stead to win the Federation Cup this season.
Speaking to newsmen after the success on Sunday, Eguma said that his team is motivated to winning something this year, and the cup is in focus.
He noted that the club boasts of matured players with vision and commitment to succeed.
Eguma went ahead to describe Dolphins as one of the best away teams in the land, despite the setbacks experienced in some home games.
“If you look at our record you will definitely confirm what I am saying, forget about our setbacks on home soil this season, we have done well, especially, at away games, and we have the quality to do well, particularly in the Federation Cup”, said Eguma.
Also speaking ahead of the weekend’s game against Kaduna United, Eguma said that football is not mathematics and that the fact that Sharks won away in Kaduna does not mean that victory is guaranteed for them.
He however, assured that Dolphins would do their best and try to win.
“We will do our best against Kaduna United, we have our plans for the match”, he said.
The Technical Adviser urged their fans and supporters to continue to have faith in the team, assuring that they would not be disappointed.
Tonye Orabere
The National Division One and Division Two Volleyball Leagues organised by the Volleyball Federation of Nigeria and sponsored by Alex Otti has kicked off in Umuahia, Abia State.
The Championship features 34 teams from across the country, with about 22 States already participating in activities lined up for the ten-day event.
Addressing journalists at the Umuahia Stadium, the Referee Coach for the tournament and Vice Chairman Nigerian Volleyball Referees Association, Mohamed Mohamed, assured of fair officiating in the competition and advised the athletes to be more disciplined in the field of play, saying that volleyball is known to be a disciplined sport.
He also commended Governor Alex Otti for sponsoring the tournament for the second time.
“Last year, we were here, and we so appreciate the Abia State Government for sponsoring such a competition. The same thing happened this year too, we are here again.
The Coordinator, Lagos Women Run, Tayo Popoola, has stated that the All Women 10km Race aims to connect through their communities, while creating empowerment opportunities.
The 10th edition with the theme: “One Run, a thousand Opportunities,” will come up on the November 8th, 2025, with the start point at the Teslim Balogun Stadium, Surulere and end at the Mobolaji Johnson Sports Arena, Onikan.
This year’s edition of the Lagos Women Run marks a significant milestone, celebrating the program’s journey, the vibrant city of Lagos, and the incredible women who have been part of it since its inception.
It will focus more on empowering women, acknowledging their dedication, and ensuring the program’s sustainability by providing participants with opportunities they deserve.
Popoola added that the race has achieved remarkable success in making women happy and uncovering talents, serving as a platform for participants to train for bigger road races, which fosters a strong sense of community, allowing women of all ages to connect, network, and celebrate themselves.
The event’s non-discriminatory nature makes it a level playing ground, open to everyone regardless of social status, by promoting general well-being among women.
The Franco-Malian tactician made the bold declaration whilst speaking to Nigerian legend Segun Odegbami on 90 Minutes with Mathematical on Eagle7FM on Saturday, expressing gratitude to fans for their support.
“Thanks to the fans. Thanks to Nigeria. I am so happy that I have brought back the smiles on their faces,” Chelle said.
“We beat Benin because the fans pushed the players. I ask them this: They have to do this (for the playoffs)… I plan to do my best for Nigeria, and Inshallah, we will go to the FIFA World Cup.”
Chelle, who took charge of a struggling Nigerian side in January, has transformed the team’s fortunes after inheriting a squad on the brink of disaster. Nigeria were winless in their first four qualifiers, with three draws and one defeat threatening to derail another World Cup dream.
Under his leadership, the Super Eagles rallied to win four and draw two of their last six games, collecting 14 points from a possible 18. The highlight came earlier this month in Uyo, where Nigeria swept past Benin Republic 4-0 in a statement victory that reignited national belief.
However, the revival was not enough to seal automatic qualification. Nigeria finished among the four best runners-up in Africa and must now navigate a continental playoff in November for a spot in next March’s intercontinental tie.
The first challenge is a one-legged showdown with Gabon, with Cameroon or DR Congo potentially waiting beyond.
Chelle’s message to his players was uncompromising, saying, “Qualifying for the FIFA World Cup is not a war, but it is like a war… My players need to have a warrior state of mind… They have to be like sharks.”
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