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Imo FA board member, Ndubuisi Opara resigns, gives reasons for resignation

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Imo FA board member, Ndubuisi Opara resigns, gives reasons for resignation

…. Appeals to fans not to feel bad about decision

 

Imo Football Association oldest serving board member and currently the Chairman Imo YSFON Mr Ndubuisi Sunny Opara (Angy Lodge) has officially tendered his resignation as a member of the board after thirteen years of service.

Opara as the longest serving member has served for three tenures already and was in his fourth tenure when he finally threw in the towel.

In a one on one exclusive interview with the Statesman newspaper sports desk Correspondent, Opara revealed reasons for his resignation.

The former Nigerian International with over 27 caps in Nigerian jersey lamented that he cannot be a party to abnormalities and unfairness after his years of experience as a board member.

When asked why he threw in the towel at this crucial time, after many years of experience in the system, in his exact words, Opara has this to say;

“ I’m a man of integrity and honour and having said that I’m the oldest man in the FA and also the most experienced and I serve in dual capacity.

I’m the chairman technical in Imo state FA and also the chairman youth development and all this mentioned, if you don’t have the capacity you can not be one.

I have done this for more than 13 years which is three tenures and today I’m tendering my resignation for the reason that things are not the way it used to be. I advise people not to present there personal interest before the association. you have to protect the association. Imo FA is a house hold name that controls football round Imo state, the father of all teams, that is the place people worship because of their wealth of experience.

Something happened in the last FA cup competition but before I proceed, I want to remind us something Imolites.

Experience is the best teacher, it is not a crime if any team wins Heartland fc but there are things I want to remind us.

if you want to talk about pivate teams who have made fortune with FA cup today after Arugo Fc then Akwuegbu United, we played up to the quarterfinals of the national FA cup going into semi finals, our last match was between Akwaegbu United and Lobi stars United then, under Dominic Iofa. they couldn’t beat us that was in Ilorin precisely but for the reason that we cannot pay for flight ticket to go and represent the country abroad, NFF will never allow you to proceed because they believe in only government clubs and for this reason, why we want good and capable representation and there is no reason why heartland wouldn’t have been involved with any other team to go and represent the state, this is experience.

I give kudos to Ikukuoma having performed wonderfully well but I also know they cannot climb more than a certain level, we have to tell ourselves the truth. They will try their best but they will be stopped. Heartland has been good in the national FA cup competition with what we know about them even last year it would have been an opportunity to give them another way since the league is not okay, if today we succeed in getting to the finals the government will sponsor them to fly and play continental in the name of the state. You know that government cannot fly Ikukuoma to represent the state neither Fr Eburaja fc, this is experience, we ought to know that for the first time in history that our dear club is not involved in the FA cup.

Hear me out, I will not say it’s impossible but for the reason for making sure you produce a better side because it’s our duty in Imo FA to produce a better side that can represent us at the national level and the best side will be funded by the government because this is national competition.

So my dear brothers and sisters in football and sports, what i’m saying today is from my heart because a lot of my friends abroad have called me asking what is happening, even some of our brothers in the football house are asking me because they know who i am and they know me as an Ex Nigerian international.

I have played for flying eagles, I started from Orlando Pirates strong man, all these are my anticidents as a high profile professional so what is happening these days and the attitude being displayed in a house that is supposed to be controlling football, I cannot take it and for this reasons I have tendered my resignation so I wouldn’t be a part of it so my name won’t be spoiled.

I think of the association first before personal interest, I advise people to please think of the association first and the name it upholds.

All my fans and supporters, please don’t feel bad about my decision, have an integrity i uphold and a good name to protect because good name is better than money” Opara concluded.

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Ex-Galatasaray Star Burak Yılmaz Explains Why Victor Osimhen Is Too Good for the Turkish Süper Lig

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Victor Osimhen’s meteoric rise continues to attract accolades from football legends, with former Galatasaray forward Burak Yılmaz sharing his thoughts on why the Nigerian striker is a class above the Turkish Süper Lig.

Speaking with TRT Spor, Yılmaz didn’t hold back in his praise for the 25-year-old forward, emphasizing Osimhen’s exceptional qualities. “Victor Osimhen is a very high-level football player with his athletic structure and physical genetics. He is a European centre forward and one of the top 5-6 centre forwards in the world,” Yılmaz stated.

Since his arrival, Osimhen has taken the league by storm. With two goals and two assists in just three games, he has proven to be a game-changer. This record makes him the first Galatasaray player since Bafetimbi Gomis in 2017 to achieve three goal involvements in his opening three matches, cementing his place as a player to watch.

Burak Yılmaz further highlighted how Osimhen’s talents exceed the expectations of the Süper Lig, suggesting that he belongs in one of Europe’s elite leagues. “There are many top-level teams following Osimhen closely. Victor Osimhen is currently a player above the Turkish League in terms of physical appearance, he should not be harmed,” Yılmaz remarked.

Osimhen’s ability to combine physical dominance with clinical finishing has set him apart, not just in Turkey but across the global football stage. His performances have made him a target for several elite European clubs, further proving Yılmaz’s point.

The Nigerian forward has not only raised the standards of Galatasaray but also elevated the competitiveness of the Süper Lig. His journey continues to inspire young players across Africa and the world, demonstrating that talent, hard work, and determination can lead to greatness.

Victor Osimhen is not just a striker for Galatasaray; he is a force that demands the attention of football’s biggest stages.

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Sweden Ends Rape Investigation Allegedly Targeting Kylian Mbappe The prosecutor cited insufficient evidence.

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FILE: Real Madrid’s French forward #09 Kylian Mbappe looks on from the bench during the UEFA Champions League football match between Lille LOSC and Real Madrid at the Pierre Mauroy Stadium in Villeneuve-d’Ascq, northern France, on October 2, 2024.
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An investigation into alleged rape and sexual assault in Stockholm which Swedish media said targeted Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappe has been closed due to insufficient evidence, the Swedish prosecutor said Thursday.

Mbappe, the 25-year-old Frenchman who is one of the highest-profile players in world football, visited the Swedish capital October 9-11 with a group of people after he was left out of his country’s squad for a Nations League match.

Sweden’s prosecution authority announced on October 15 that it was investigating an alleged incident that occurred at an upscale Stockholm hotel on October 10, without mentioning the suspect by name.

Several Swedish media outlets, including newspapers Aftonbladet and Expressen and public broadcaster SVT, identified Mbappe as the suspect.

“My assessment is that the evidence is not sufficient to proceed and the investigation is therefore closed,” prosecutor Marina Chirakova said in a statement that also did not mention Mbappe by name.

Chirakova said the person in question had not been interrogated and “not been notified of suspicion of a crime”.

“I have concluded, based on what has emerged in the case, that new evidence, including interrogations of the person in question, would not change the evidence situation right now,” she told AFP.

She said her team had nonetheless “conducted a large number of interviews in the investigation”.

Petra Eklund, the lawyer for the plaintiff, whose name has not been disclosed, told AFP she had “no comment” to the news that the case had been closed.

Mbappe’s lawyer said in October that he was “shocked” to see his name linked to the investigation.

Speaking for the first time about the case on Sunday, he told French television show Clique he was “not involved”.

“I haven’t received anything, no summons… I’m not involved,” he said.

According to Aftonbladet, Mbappe and his entourage dined at a restaurant one evening before going on to a nightclub.

The complaint was filed on October 12 after the alleged victim had sought medical attention, according to the newspaper.

Expressen reported that police had seized some clothing as evidence, saying it consisted of women’s underwear, a pair of black trousers and a black top. Photographs showed police officers leaving the hotel with brown bags.

Difficult season

Mbappe joined Madrid this summer after seven years at Paris Saint-Germain and has stayed clear of scandal in his private life.

The forward, who is known for carefully managing his image through a close network of family, lawyers and spokespeople, has become one of the world’s highest paid players after a stellar career that began when he was barely into his teens.

He has had a difficult season since moving to reigning European champions Real Madrid from PSG in the summer, failing to find his top form.

However the Frenchman scored in Madrid’s 3-2 win against Italian side Atalanta on Tuesday which revived Real’s flagging bid to regain their Champions League title.

Mbappe, Vinicius Junior and Jude Bellingham were all on the scoresheet in Bergamo as Madrid moved up to 20th place in the Champions League table, on nine points from six matches.

The Spanish giants would have been at risk of dropping out of the Champions League play-off places if they had lost.

Mbappe won the World Cup as a teenager in 2018 in Russia and scored a hat-trick in the 2022 final in Qatar which France lost on penalties to Lionel Messi’s Argentina.

At PSG he was part of a superstar trio with Messi and Brazilian forward Neymar, but the Qatar-owned club were unable to win the Champions League.

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Rasmus Hojlund tears into Manchester United teammate in Europa League win

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Manchester United players celebrate Rasmus Hojlund's goal against Viktoria Plzen. Photo by Ash Donelon. Source: Getty Images
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  • Rasmus Hojlund was spotted arguing with a teammate after starring in Manchester United’s win in the Europa League
  • The Danish striker bagged a brace as a substitute to help his side complete a comeback win over Viktoria Plzeň
  • The 21-year-old had a chance to complete a hattrick late on, but he failed to get the ball, much to his frustration

Rasmus Hojlund came from the bench and scored twice to help Manchester United beat Viktoria Plzeň in the Europa League on Thursday night.

It was another lacklustre showing from Ruben Amorim’s side as they struggled to break down the Czech side.

Amorim was looking to bounce back after suffering back-to-back defeats in the Premier League. Andre Onana endured another torrid night after his attempt to play from the back was cut out before being turned in by Matej Vydra three minutes after the restart.

The Red Devils’ blushes were, however, spared by Hojlund, who scored in the 62nd and 88th minute to guarantee maximum points for Amorim.

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Why was Hojlund angry at Amad Diallo?

The Dane striker could have bagged a hattrick in stoppage time but Amad Diallo failed to square the ball, much to his frustration.

There was a small incident after the final whistle, with Hojlund seemingly confronting his teammate for failing to pass the ball. Fans online jumped on the moment with varied takes.

https://twitter.com/AmorimBalll_/status/1867293508861653464?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1867293508861653464%7Ctwgr%5E6c8ffffe3f8d0635929611722429154a95500835%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tuko.co.ke%2Fsports%2Ffootball%2F572214-rasmus-hojlund-tears-into-manchester-united-teammate-in-europa-league-win%2F

@eeemz_em said,

“Hojlund still mad at Amad Diallo for not passing to him? Terrible guy scores and starts thinking he’s all that.”

Ennies Lobby said,

“How many attacks has Rasmus killed, though? It’s childish. We won the game. He scored because of Amad to begin with.”

https://twitter.com/ChrisSweetman6/status/1867294770147807318?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1867294770147807318%7Ctwgr%5E6c8ffffe3f8d0635929611722429154a95500835%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tuko.co.ke%2Fsports%2Ffootball%2F572214-rasmus-hojlund-tears-into-manchester-united-teammate-in-europa-league-win%2F

While Dylan said,

“Rightfully so.. very poor decision-making from Amad for the goal and the chance after.”

SirLord said,

“Until these boys get to know when to pass and when to score, we are never competing for anything.”

What next for Manchester United?

Amorim will now train his focus on his first Manchester derby on Sunday before playing Tottenham next week in the Carabao Cup quarter-final.

Amorim’s warning to Rashford

TUKO.co.ke has also reported that Amorim fired a warning to Marcus Rashford after their loss to Nottingham Forest on December 7.

Rashford walked down straight the tunnel instead of applauding fans, a thing that ha sput him at crossroads with his new manager.

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