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Harry Maguire Scores Late Winner As Manchester United Complete Comeback Against Leicester City In FACUP Fourth-Round

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Harry Maguire Scores Late Winner As Manchester United Complete Comeback Against Leicester City In FACUP Fourth-Round—-FA Cup holders Manchester United complete a late 2-1 comeback win against Ruud van Nistelrooy led Leicester City.

The Ex United player rejoined the club in the summer as one of Erik ten Hag’s backroom staff and looked set to haunt his former employers on his first visit to Old Trafford since Ruben Amorim let him go.

De Cordova-Reid had put visitors ahead against lifeless United, who were booed off at the break but found a way past the Premier League strugglers in the second half.

Argentine starlet Ale Garnacho was introduced at half-time and helped change the tie, seeing an effort brilliantly cleared off the line by Caleb Okoli before sending in a cross that ended with fellow substitute Joshua Zirkzee tapping in.

The fourth-round tie was heading towards extra time as stoppage time ebbed away, only for Bruno Fernandes to swing in a free-kick powered home by Maguire.

The former Leicester defender looked offside but there is no VAR at this stage of the FA Cup.

It was a breathless end to what had been a forgettable encounter.

United’s players warmed up in special tops showing support for popular team-mate Lisandro Martinez, who suffered cruciate ligament damage in Sunday’s home loss to Crystal Palace.

January signing Patrick Dorgu replaced him in the line-up and made his debut at right wing-back, rather than taking up a more familiar left-sided role, showing some bright moments in a cagey, shot-shy first half.

Jordan Ayew saw an early 25-yard attempt held by Andre Onana and it took 20 minutes for United to muster a shot, with Amad Diallo’s effort blocked for a corner that ended up with a Dorgu drive over.

United lacked quality and creativity as grumbles of discontent grew in stands that began to empty three minutes before the break.

Manuel Ugarte was all too easily dispossessed and Boubakary Soumare poked onto Bilal El Khannouss, whose cutback was met by a first-time Wilfred Ndidi strike.

Onana made a save with his feet but De Cordova-Reid quickly reacted to head home from three yards.

Leicester fans were loving life in the away end at Old Trafford, where loud boos from the locals greeted the half-time whistle.

Garnacho replaced Dorgu at the break and added more attacking impetus, but Leicester were still getting joy and El Khannouss dragged across goal after being allowed to run forward.

Noussair Mazraoui sent a long-range attempt wide as United looked for a moment of magic, with home fans beginning to chant “attack, attack, attack” as Zirkzee entered the fold and their side went close.

Ugarte slipped Garnacho through on goal in front of the Stretford End, which was ready to burst into life as a block took the ball over goalkeeper Mads Hermansen.

But Okoli got back to stretch and superbly clear off the line and onto the bar, with the Foxes defender’s delight at his intervention clear.

That chance breathed new hope into the home supporters and the 68th minute brought a leveller.

Rasmus Hojlund saw a fine flick blocked after Garnacho’s good work and low cross from the left, but the ball fell kindly for Zirkzee to apply a simple finish.

The relief was palpable and Garnacho looked most likely to put United ahead, although his decision to shoot rather than cross infuriated Hojlund in the 79th minute.

United pushed and the Argentina international saw a thumping attempt held after Ugarte’s challenge on Harry Winks drew gasps but just a booking.

And just as fans braced themselves for extra time a free-kick ended the tie.

Fernandes sent a ball over to Maguire, who was able to power a header home without the VAR ruling the goal off for offside.

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Alpha Morgan Bank Delivers Historic N1.9 billion PBT in First 10 Months of Operations

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Alpha Morgan Bank Delivers Historic N1.9 billion PBT in First 10 Months of Operations

 

Alpha Morgan Bank has announced a landmark financial performance, recording Profit Before Tax of N1.9 billion in just 10 months of operations, a result that stands as a major milestone in Nigeria’s banking industry and reinforces the Bank’s emergence as one of the country’s most remarkable new-generation financial institutions.

With this performance, Alpha Morgan Bank did not only break-even within an exceptionally short period, but also delivered what is believed to be a record-setting early-profit performance in the Nigerian banking sector, underlining the strength of its strategy, the discipline of its execution and the confidence the market has placed in its business model.

The Bank’s strong debut performance was supported by robust growth across key financial and operating indicators. Highlights of the 10-month financial statement include customer deposit of over ₦103BN, gross earning of ₦13.1 billion, net interest margin of 67%, non-performing loan ratio of 0%.

The performance was driven largely by strong synergy in customer acquisition and branch expansion, a deliberate focus on growth in demand deposits, creation of quality risk assets and balance sheet efficiency. These achievements were further supported by robust operational processes powered by sound technology and systems, management depth and expertise, experience and strategic oversight provided by the Bank’s Board.

Speaking on the performance, the Managing Director, Ade Buraimo, described the result as a significant validation of the Bank’s vision, business model and execution capacity.

“This is more than a financial milestone; it is a strong statement of what is possible when vision, discipline, sound execution, and market opportunity come together. From inception, Alpha Morgan Bank was built to be a commercial bank that is solution-driven and committed to delivering value at scale. To record a PBT of N1.9 billion in our first 10 months of operations is both historic and deeply encouraging. It reflects the dedication of our people, the trust of our customers and the solid foundation we have laid for long-term growth.”

 

 

 

About Alpha Morgan Bank

Alpha Morgan Bank is a customer-centric, innovative, and solutions-driven commercial bank, with a clear commitment to delivering “Satisfying Banking.”

Alpha Morgan Bank commenced operations in March 2025 with the rare distinction of regulatory approval for 14 branches across the country. This early footprint, combined with disciplined market execution, has enabled the Bank to build momentum across key business segments in record time.

Alpha Morgan Bank focuses on:

  • Human-Centred Technology: Digital tools designed for intuitive, everyday relevance and not vanity metrics.
  • Transparent Operations: From pricing to service promises, every process is clear, accountable, and customer friendly.
  • Customer-Centric Innovation: Continuously developing solutions and services driven by customer insights to deliver meaningful value and enhance satisfaction.

More than a financial institution, Alpha Morgan Bank positions itself as a partner in progress. Its vision is to drive possibilities, enable dreams, and reemphasize what it means to experience Satisfying Banking in Nigeria.

More about Alpha Morgan Bank on www.alphamorganbank.com

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BREAKING: PSG Retain Champions League Title After Penalty Shootout Victory Over Arsenal

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BREAKING: PSG Retain Champions League Title After Penalty Shootout Victory Over Arsenal—-French champions edge Gunners 4-3 on penalties in Budapest to secure back-to-back European crowns.

Paris Saint-Germain successfully defended their UEFA Champions League title after defeating Arsenal 4-3 on penalties following a 1-1 draw in the final at Budapest’s Puskás Aréna. PSG became only the second club in the modern Champions League era to retain the trophy in successive seasons.

Arsenal made the perfect start to the final when Kai Havertz fired the Premier League champions into an early lead in the sixth minute, giving Mikel Arteta’s side hope of winning the club’s first-ever Champions League title.

The holders responded in the second half, with Ballon d’Or winner Ousmane Dembélé converting a penalty in the 65th minute after a foul on Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, bringing PSG level and setting up a tense finish.

Neither side could find a winner during the remainder of normal time or extra time, forcing the final into a dramatic penalty shootout. PSG held their nerve from the spot, while Arsenal defender Gabriel missed the decisive penalty, blasting his effort over the crossbar.

The victory caps another remarkable European campaign for Luis Enrique’s side, who reached the final after eliminating FC Bayern Munich in the semi-finals and entered the showpiece as defending champions.

For Arsenal, the defeat is a heartbreaking end to an otherwise historic season. Arteta’s men arrived in Budapest having won their first Premier League title in 22 years and reached their first Champions League final since 2006, but they fell just short of completing a memorable double.

PSG’s triumph further cements their place among Europe’s elite, while Arsenal will be left to reflect on a campaign that brought domestic glory but ended in European heartbreak.

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