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Just in: Super Falconets thrash South Korea 1-0

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8 months ago

September 2, 2024

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By Mario Deepromoter

A late goal at 86th minute by Flourish Sabastine separates the locked horns between Nigeria and South Korea at the FIFA Women’s World Cup U-20 Category on going in Colombia.

The match, played at the Estadio Metropolitano de Techo, saw both teams create few chances, with Nigeria edging the Koreans in terms of opportunities, especially in the second half. Mary Lucky Mkpa was a standout performer for the Falconets, with her determination and accuracy nearly paying off on several occasions.

The Koreans, who lost to Nigeria in the previous competition in Costa Rica, came close to taking the lead in the 15th minute, but Shukurat Oladipowa’s crucial stop denied them. The Nigerians also had their share of close calls, with Shukurat Bakare failing to save a pull-out attempt in the 28th minute, and Myeyung’s 22-yard free kick rattling the crossbar just before the break.

The breakthrough came when substitute Sabastine cut in from the right side and struck the upright, with the ball rolling into the net for the game’s lone goal. The Falconets’ next challenge is a daunting one, as they face three-time champions Germany on Wednesday night at the same venue. The Germans, who defeated Venezuela in their opener, will be favourites to win, but the Falconets’ confidence will be high after this thrilling victory.

The win marks a perfect start for the Falconets in the 11th edition of the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup, and they will be looking to build on this momentum as they aim to make a deep run in the tournament.

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EPL Results: Chelsea Boost UCL Hopes, Arsenal Win Big, Man United Lost

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9 hours ago

April 20, 2025

Austin Ojomah

The English Premier League matchday 33 delivered high drama and significant movements in the table as Chelsea pulled off a last-gasp comeback, Wolves completed a historic double over Manchester United, and Arsenal cruised to a dominant away victory.
Over at Craven Cottage, Fulham suffered a 1-2 defeat at the hands of Chelsea. Enzo Maresca’s side clawed back from a goal down to snatch all three points dramatically.

Chelsea claimed a dramatic 2-1 comeback win over Fulham at Craven Cottage on Sunday afternoon to strengthen their push for UEFA Champions League qualification. Goals from Tyrique George and Pedro Neto in the final 15 minutes turned the tide after Alex Iwobi’s first-half strike had given the hosts the lead.

Chelsea struggled to create clear chances despite dominating possession for large stretches. The Blues lacked composure in the final third, with Pedro Neto seeing a powerful effort blocked by Bernd Leno and Cole Palmer dragging a promising opportunity wide after a clever run into the area.

Alex Iwobi had put Fulham ahead in the 20th minute, but Chelsea responded late. Tyrique George equalized in the 83rd minute before Pedro Neto fired home a stoppage-time winner (90’+3). The victory lifts Chelsea back to fifth, now just two points behind third-placed Newcastle.

At Portman Road, Ipswich Town suffered a humiliating 0-4 defeat at the hands of Arsenal. The Gunners dismantled the Premier League newcomers with a clinical performance.

Leandro Trossard netted twice (14’, 69’), while Gabriel Martinelli (28’) and teenage sensation Ethan Nwaneri (88’) also got on the scoresheet. The win keeps Arsenal firmly in the title race and adds to Ipswich’s struggles near the bottom of the table.

At Old Trafford, Manchester United suffered a 0-1 defeat at the hands of Wolves in the Premier League matchday 33. Pablo Sarabia stunned the home crowd with a sublime free-kick in the 77th minute, sealing a second win of the season over United for Wolves.

Note that this is the first time the Midlands club has done the league double over United since the 1979-1980 season. The win puts Wolves level on points with the Red Devils, tightening the race for European spots.

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BREAKING! Arsenal hammer relegation Bound Ipswich 4-0

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10 hours ago

April 20, 2025

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Relegation bound Ipswich was on Sunday hammered 4-0 by Arsenal.

Arsenal from the blast of the whistle meant business when in the 14tth minute through a cross from Bukayo Saka was pulled through by Trossard.

Still in the first half, another pull out by Saka was flipped backward by Trossard to Gabriel Martinelli who netted the second goal in the 29th minute.

Thereafter it was a ding dong affair as Saka missed three major opportunities to increase the tally.

Towards the end of the first half, Ipswich defender, Davis fouled Saka and he was immediately red carded by the referee.

Trossard hits his first brace at the 69th minute when he powered the ball into Ipswich net.

Nwaneri who replaced Saka made it four goals at the 87th minute .