Sports
English Premier League
The English Premier League is the most popular world championship. The best footballers from around the world play there. The level of the EPL is primarily attested by the number of teams that compete for victory and for getting into the Champions League.
The English Premier League in its present form has been taking place since 1992. Before that, the elite echelon had been called the First Division. 20 teams not only from England, but also from Wales take part in the championship. The EPL has always been dynamic and distinguished by the high game level, even of average players. The record-holder in the number of titles is Manchester United winning 20 championships.
The English championship is broadcasted all over the world and this lets even modest teams receive large funds from broadcasts. The EPL football is:
forceful;
impactful;
uncompromising.
In England there are many principal competitions between the best teams. Take, for example, such boards, as “Manchester United” – “Liverpool”, “Arsenal” – “Tottenham” and others. Live football scores are always discussed by professionals and fans. The Premier League is gaining momentum with each passing year due to leading football clubs finding the best legionaries.
Present Situation
To win the champion title, team owners have to invest a lot of money not only in teams’ squads, but also in the infrastructure. Against this backdrop, the win of modest Leicester City in the 2015-16 season was particularly surprising. At that time the team that could enter the EPL only a couple of years ago caused a sensation and won the most prestigious world league by taking advantage of grand teams’ misfires.
Indeed, the English Championship often sees a longstanding predominance of the same club, for instance, Manchester United repeatedly won 3 titles in a row. Chelsea won twice in a row.
Another factor of the EPL success is football fans. There are always crowds of people in the British stadiums and they actively support their favorites. As a rule, fans of small clubs are more active and worry about their favorites more sincerely. Most leading teams are real global brands, so people visit their matches as tourists.
Therefore, the English Premier League is a unique competition with its specific nature and atmosphere. Thanks to the best players and coaches it remains the most attractive competition even for demanding football fans.
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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