AFCON 2023: We Now Have A Team, Former Super Falcons Coach Says

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February 1, 2024

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AFCON 2023: We Now Have A Team, Former Super Falcons Coach Says—-A former coach of Nigeria`s female national team, the Super Falcons, Godwin Izilein has described the present Super Eagles squad as the best in recent times.

Izilein who spoke in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Thursday in Calabar, said the strength of the squad lies in playing for each other and better understanding.

According to him, “They understand themselves and play normal game. They attack and defend for themselves.

“This wasn’t the case before; they cover for themselves. The players have come to realise that your mistake is mine and mine is yours.

“There is now element of maturity in their game and they now also play with flexibility.

“The only snag is that, Alex Iwobi has really not been fully into this tournament. He loses possession easily and does not defend and cover up for his colleagues.

“Iwobi only plays when he has the ball and go to sleep when he is not.”

Izilein, however, said he remained confident that the Super Eagles will triumph over Angola in the quarter final match on Friday.

“I am convinced and confident that Nigeria will deal with Angola on Friday,” he stated.

NAN reports that the Super Eagles who emerged the runner up in group A that comprised Cote d`Ivoire, won their round of 16 duel against Cameroon to qualify for the quarter final.

The Super Eagles have so far played four matches, won three and drew one in the ongoing AFCON.

The team have also scored a total of five goals and conceded one in the five matches.

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SC Freiburg Make History with Dominant Win Over Celta Vigo to Reach Europa League Semis

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SC Freiburg Make History with Dominant Win Over Celta Vigo to Reach Europa League Semis—-Freiburg booked a historic place in the UEFA Europa League semi-finals for the first time after a commanding 3-1 win over Celta Vigo, sealing a 6-1 aggregate triumph.

Julian Schuster’s side, who carried a 3-0 advantage from the first leg in Germany, finished the job in style away from home with goals from Igor Matanović and a brace by Yuito Suzuki.

Freiburg effectively ended the contest before half-time, scoring twice in quick succession. Matanović opened the scoring in the 33rd minute with a powerful volley after a clever build-up involving Matthias Ginter and Jordy Makengo.

Suzuki doubled the lead six minutes later, combining neatly with Jan-Niklas Beste before finishing calmly. The Japanese midfielder added his second early in the second half, converting from close range after a flowing team move set up by Vincenzo Grifo.

Celta Vigo managed a late consolation through Williot Swedberg, but it did little to change the outcome as Freiburg cruised through.

Having already broken new ground by reaching the quarter-finals, Freiburg now advance to their first-ever European semi-final, where they will face either Real Betis or Sporting Braga.

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Ousmane Dembélé Hits Brace as Paris Saint-Germain Knock Out Liverpool from UCL

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April 14, 2026

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Ousmane Dembélé Hits Brace as Paris Saint-Germain Knock Out Liverpool from UCL—-Ousmane Dembélé starred with a brace as Paris Saint-Germain secured a 2-0 victory over Liverpool at Anfield, sealing a dominant 4-0 aggregate win to reach the UEFA Champions League semi-finals.

The French forward proved decisive on the night, scoring twice to end Liverpool’s European campaign and send the defending champions into the last four for a third consecutive season.

Liverpool’s night was further marred by a serious injury to Hugo Ekitiké, who was forced off in the first half with what appeared to be a severe leg issue, raising concerns over his availability for the remainder of the season.

Manager Arne Slot made bold selection calls, leaving Mohamed Salah on the bench initially, though the forward was introduced early following Ekitiké’s injury and nearly made an instant impact.

Despite flashes of pressure from Liverpool, PSG remained composed and dangerous on the counter. Dembélé broke the deadlock in the second half with a fine curling effort before adding a second in stoppage time from a Bradley Barcola assist.

Liverpool’s hopes of a comeback were also dashed when a penalty awarded for a challenge on Alexis Mac Allister was overturned following a VAR review.

The defeat confirms a disappointing end to Liverpool’s European campaign, while PSG continue their title defence and will face either Bayern Munich or Real Madrid in the semi-finals.

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