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Kuti And Udoaka Emerge Victorious In West African Table Tennis Championships

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1 year ago

April 29, 2024

Kuti And Udoaka

Nigeria’s Matthew Kuti and Hope Udoaka, medalists at the African Games, exhibited exceptional prowess against seasoned opponents, asserting their dominance as they clinched the title of West African champions at the 2024 ITTF West Africa Regional Championships in Lomé, Togo, concluded over the weekend.

Although he didn’t perform at his peak during the team event, leading to Togo usurping Nigeria as the regional champions, Kuti showcased flawless skill in the singles event. In the final match, he defeated several seasoned players, notably clinching victory against the former regional champion, Oba Kizito of Ivory Coast.

Beginning his journey in a group where he was defeated by Benin Republic’s Kossi Akakpo, Kuti advanced to the knockout stage, determined to rectify his team’s mistake.

In the round of 16, he defeated Togo’s national champion, Kokou Fanny, with a 3-0 scoreline, securing his spot in the quarterfinals. There, he triumphed over his compatriot, Matthew Fabunmi, with a 4-2 victory, paving the way for a semi-final showdown against the player who had previously bested him in the team event, Mawussi Agbetoglo of Togo.

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Transfer: Osimhen will make decision Tuesday amid interest from Chelsea, Galatasaray, others’

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15 hours ago

June 14, 2025

Ekwutos Blog

Napoli striker, Victor Osimhen will make a decision regarding his future on Monday or Tuesday amid interest from the likes of Chelsea, Galatasaray and Juventus.

This was disclosed by respected Galatasaray journalist, Serhan Turk.

Speaking during the A Spor broadcast, Turk also revealed that Galatasaray have set a budget aside for Osimhen.

“I think Victor Osimhen will make his decision on Monday or Tuesday. A budget has been set aside for Osimhen, and sponsorships have a big contribution to this budget,” Turk was quoted by habersarikirmizi as saying.

“However, these sponsors will only step in for Osimhen’s transfer. I think sponsorships may shift to other players as well.

“Because Galatasaray brings very important players.”

This is coming after Galatasaray intensified their effort to sign Osimhen on a permanent basis from Napoli this summer.

The Nigeria international is expected to leave Napoli permanently this summer transfer window.

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Serie A: Lookman nominated for Atalanta’s Player of the Season

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2 days ago

June 13, 2025

Ekwutos Blog

Ademola Lookman is in the running for Atalanta’s Goal of the Season award, Ekwutosblog reports.

Lookman had two goals nominated for the individual accolade.

The Nigeria international’s superb strike in Atalanta’s 3-2 loss to Real Madrid was the first on the list.

The 27-year-old also earned nomination for his sublime finish in La Dea’s 5-0 trouncing of Empoli at the Gewiss Stadium.

Lookman will be looking to add another individual award to his collections after scooping Atalanta’s Player of the Season prize for the last two campaigns.

He scored 22 times and recorded five assists in 46 appearances across all competitions for the Bergamo club last season.

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EPL: Sign Osimhen instead of Gyokeres – Ferdinand advises Man United

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2 days ago

June 13, 2025

Ekwutos Blog

Rio Ferdinand

Former Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand has advised his former club to sign Victor Osimhen instead of Viktor Gyokeres.

The Red Devils are in search of more firepower upfront after an underwhelming campaign.

The duo of Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee failed to deliver the goods, with United finishing in a disappointing 15th position on the table.

Ruben Amorim’s side also lost to Tottenham Hotspur in the final of the UEFA Europa League.

Gyokeres, who had an outstanding campaign for Portuguese club Sporting Lisbon, has been linked with a move to Old Trafford.

The forward scored 39 goals and registered eight assists to help Sporting Lisbon clinch the Portuguese League title.

Despite his impressive form in front of goal, Ferdinand believed Osimhen would be a better fit for his old club.

“I think Gyokeres, everyone’s talking about him. Again, I think if I’m looking at the market now and I had to pick him or Osimhen, I’d probably pick Osimhen because of that experience,” the former England international told the Mirror.