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Ichida Set To Hold Muoghalu Super Cup

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Arrangement have been concluded to kick off this year edition of  Ozalla Muoghalu Super Football Cup Competition, at Ezeokpu Sports Mini Stadium, Ichida, in Anaocha Local Government Area, Anambra State.
Already, report reaching Tidesports  has it that virtually all the four teams Solid Foundation FC Enugu, Sunrise FC Onitsha, Young Eagles FC and Golden Boys FC Ichida that qualified to vie for honour in this year Easter Soccer showpiece that is expected to commence second  week of April, are not only talking tough, but have intensified their build up in readiness for the game.
Speaking, the sponsor of the competition, Chief Lord Mike Ezedimora reveals that the continuous organization of the competition annually has been his desire, using the platform to foster unity in Ichida community and also keep the youths busy away from social vices especially during the Easter festival.
“Apart from the trophy to be won at the end of the day, I have also set some consolation prizes as an additional boast to be given to some players and coaches that will distinguished themselves well in of course of the competition” Ezedimora added.
He therefore called on all lovers of grassroots football and other talent chasers to try and avail themselves the opportunity in coming forward to Ichida in Anambra State this Easter break to see for themselves the best of soccer artistry on display.
The vibrant sports enthusiast further disclosed that some prominent football stakeholders and cooperate bodies in the likes of Chief Dr.Emma, Bishop Okonkwo, MD Ekulo Group of Company, Chief Tochukwu Nzekwe, MD Toshell Construction Company Ltd, Chinedu Mbamalu, CEO Mbassom Investment Ltd, Chief Emma Egbue-Ezike Ugonnaya of Ichida, Ezeani Ezeogu of Ichida, High Chief Raymond Okoye, Nestello Gateway Group, Datwood Marines Ltd, Lollyd Pharmacy Agip Road among others have assured to be in attendance at the opening match which promises to be thrilling and exciting.

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RSG Pledges To Develop  Baseball 

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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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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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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.

 

 

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