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NNL All Stars were crowned champions of the 6th edition of Amapro Football Championship after they defeated Abraysports 4-2 on penalties. The full time score stood at 1-1 even as both teams tried to outwit themselves while trying to take their chances during the game.  Abraysports had the better of the match as they dominated play creating several scoring chances in the first stanza. Obadun Abdulrasheed jumped highest in the area to nod home the opener for Ilorin based Abraysports on 30 minutes. Ibrahim Hameed curled the ball beyond the wall and it rested at the back of the net for NNL All Stars' leveller.  All Stars dominated play in the second half and should have won it but the Abraysports defence were solid keeping their lines. Both teams then had to decide their fate via penalties after the referee signaled end of the game. The end result saw the NNL All Stars winning the game 4-2 on shoot out, thus claiming the trophy of the 6th edition of the Amapro F

'Code, Content and Community are the three keys to higher search engine for website visibility", this was harped upon this Saturday, 28th August, 2021 by Mr Muideen Awe as the Multimedia Sports Journalists organized a crash course on “Search Engine Optimizatio Writing” for its members.  The course which was held via Google Meet touched on the importance of SEO writing and how it can help a client's website. Mr Awe also reiterated on why understanding how to write SEO content is key to ones success as a freelance writer.  Speaking on behalf of the group, Mr Enitan Obadina thanked the resource person for a job well done despite a short time notice.  The training is coming off the back of the first one held on “How To Start An NPFL Fan TV” as the MSJ executive committee says it would continue to put up innovative to make the group bigger and better. The Multimedia Sports Journalists will continue to critique by creating so as to help shape the face of Nigeria. 

Nilayo Sports Management Limited, organizers of the Great Abeokuta 10KM Race has announced Rite Foods Limited as the headline sponsor of the race. Mr. Bukola Olopade, the Chief Executive Officer of Nilayo Sports Management Limited said "We are delighted to announce Rite Foods Limited as Headline sponsor of the second edition of Great Abeokuta 10KM Race. This partnership also perfectly coincides with the concept of this edition which is to be ran solely by Nigerians". "All runners will have the ultimate dollar prize to contest for, this event will mark itself as Nilayo Sports will be organising a road race without foreign runners for the very first time." "We felt that it is important to push the Nigerian narrative, that is why we also themed this year's race "Naija, race for homeland; it's necessary to showcase the dynamism of our strength as a nation of great people who are committed to excellence in all human endeavors". Boluwati

It was an enthralling moment in the matches played on day one of the 2021 Amapro Football Championship at the Kwara State Stadium, Ilorin on Monday. The annual competition, which is created to integrate professionals with amateur players and also to discover talents started on an entertaining note with 9 goals scored on the first day. The first game of the day saw Mokwa FA claim a 2-1 win over a strong-willed Olanshile Football Academy.  Yunusa Isah opened the scoring in the 11th minute from a well taken spot kick, before Olansile responded quickly with a fine goal from Fakunle Abayomi in the 19th minute.  Liman Musa put Mokwa FA back in front in the 32nd minute. The Niger boys closed shop and sealed three points. Meanwhile, in the second game of the day, Abraysport FC cruised to a 2-1 victory over Hammola Int’l FC courtesy of a brace from Omolaoye Abiodun.  In the last game of the day, Amapro Selected gave a good account of themselves losing 2-1 to NPFL All Sta

  Local and International football scouts have converged in Ilorin for the Amapro Football Tournamen organised by Phreestyle Sports to select talented footballers for international opportunities. The tournament started on Monday 23rd August at Kwara Stadium Complex. Speaking at the Press Conference, Coordinator of the competition Shogo Shodunnke said that the tournament is also an opportunity at empowering the youths. "This football competition amongst the teams will be a unique concept which will be centered on discovering talented footballers," the Phreestyle CEO said. "The tournament will be used as a means to empower the youths as they show the stuff in them. "Teams will have an opportunity to ensure that their players are scouted," he said. Modena scout Diego Failla and UK based Intermediary Benedict Eni were present at the Press Conference held in Elite Hotel. "Africa is a window to scout players. I hope to see some raw talents and enjoy

Nigeria’s hope and aspirations of winning the coveted World Cup trophy will become a reality sooner than later only if former Abia State Governor and current senator representing Abia North district at the Red Chambers of the National Assembly, Orji Uzor Kalu, becomes the country’s president in 2023, www.bestchoicesports.com.ng can report. Nigeria is due to conduct a general election in 2023 to elect new leaders including the country’s president to oversee their affairs at national and regional levels.  As the election date draws closer with each pass day, Nigerian Journalists who spoke on the background of the endorsement of Senator Orji Uzor Kalu for the 2023 Presidential election in Nigeria by former military head of state, Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida IBB said should the Abia State born sports administrator and politician decides to contest for the number one position in the country and emerges victories, Nigeria’s hope of winning the World Cup is a huge possiblity

  Swedish Allsvenskan club BK Hacken have announced the capture of highly rated Nigeria central defender Tebo Franklin on a five-month loan. Tebo Franklin last played for Nasarawa United in the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL). The transfer was confirmed on Saturday morning after the Nigeria international arrived Sweden during the week. Hacken have an option to make the transfer permanent at the end of the season, with a four-year deal on the table. Tebo Franklin was marketed to BK Hackens via TikiTaka earlier in the year and was later seen in NPFL games on the NPFL TV App. He later got a chance to feature in a scouting programme in June, after a pre contract had been signed. The 21-year-old is expected to have the company of Barcelona product Godswill Ekpolo at the Bravida Arena, Gothenburg. Tebo has spent the past two seasons on loan at Nasarawa United. He played in the friendly defeat of Super Eagles to Mexico in Los Angeles last month.

By NSM Media Nigeria's contingent to the 2021 Tokyo Olympic Games returned to a red carpet reception at the Nnamdi Azikwe international Airport Abuja on Saturday.  The gallant ambassadors were recieved on arrival by the honourable minister of youth and sports development, Sunday Dare who had arrived a few days earlier to prepare the grounds for these heros and heroines of out time who defied all the odds posed by a difficult pre-olympic preparation caused by the Corona Virus Pandemic, to make Nigeria proud in Tokyo.  Dare used the ocassion to salute the team for their gallant performance and informed them that president Mohammadu Buhari is very proud of the team not only for winning medals at the Olympics but for comporting themselves in a manner that is expected of Nigeria sports ambassadors at international sporting events.        "Today, we celebrate you just as millions of Nigerians who stayed glued to their Television set at odd hours of the day to watch and pray for you.

Kwara United on Thursday, August 5, finally picked a continental ticket after beating visiting Katsina United 3-0 in final game of the season in Ilorin. Ayobami Junior scored the first goal for Kwara United in the 20th minute before Michael Ohanu and Stephen Jude sealed the win for the Harmony Boys. Kwara State Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq, Deputy, Mr Kayode Alabi were on ground to cheer Kwara United to victory against Katsina United at the Kwara state stadium. Fans were happy after the match at the Kwara state stadium considering the fact that it was 14 years ago that the Harmony Boys last played continental games. While expressing happiness for the continental ticket picked, Kwara United General Manager Bashir Badawiy thanked the Government under His Excellency, Governor Abdulrahman, Kwarans and fans for the support throughout the season. "Today is a memorable day for us and we want to thank everyone for the support from the start of the season till the end. "

It was a dream debut for Former Flying Eagles midfielder Adewale Oladoye  as he scored in Gent's Uefa European conference league qualificatiom match against RSF of latvia. The highly rated former Water FC of Abuja defensive midfielder opened the come back for his belgian side in their two all draw with the latvian side.  Oladole's well taken goal was scored in the 52nd minute before dutch striker tarik Tissoudalli completed the comeback in the 77th minute.  The belgian side who dominated the game for the entire 90 miniutes have all to do in the return leg to ensure their place in the next round. But  the 19 year old Oladole who was a delight in the middle of the park was in action for the entire ninety minutes of the game. The 6ft midfielder who has drawn huge comparisom with Leicester City star Wilfred Ndidi is widely expected to break into the limelight this season in the Belgian top flight.