Umar Sadiq Scores Important Goal in First Full Match for Valencia

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2 months ago

January 15, 2025

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Valencia manager Carlos Corberán has expressed high hopes for Umar Sadiq following the striker’s impressive debut goal for the club.

Sadiq found the back of the net during his first full match as Valencia edged out a 2-0 victory over Ourense in the Copa del Rey on Tuesday night.

The Nigerian international secured the second goal for Los Ches in the 78th minute, sealing their progression in the competition.

Speaking after the game, Corberán heaped praise on the 26-year-old forward, emphasizing his instinct for scoring.

He described Sadiq’s goal as a result of a brilliant individual effort, adding that it would serve as a confidence booster for the player moving forward.

“He has shown his ability to stay close to the goal and create chances. That individual play leading to his goal was remarkable, and I believe it’s a step forward in building his confidence.

This will help him contribute even more to the team,” Corberán remarked.

“We Won’t Fear Nigeria” – Zimbabwe’s Tawanda Chirewa Confident Ahead of Match

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12 hours ago

March 23, 2025

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Zimbabwe player Tawanda Chirewa, speaks on upcoming match against Super Eagles. The footballer shares that their team must be brave for the match.

“I am just looking at recovery and going again on Tuesday against Nigeria, which is a very good team.”

“A lot of their players play in England and Europe. Obviously I want to go out there and show what I can do. Our team has got so many good players as well so we can’t fear Nigeria.”

“Super Eagles Must Win Remaining World Cup Qualifiers” – Osimhen Says

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15 hours ago

March 23, 2025

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Victor Osimhen has described the Super Eagles’ remaining 2026 World Cup qualifiers as battles they must win at all costs.

The Super Eagles boosted their chances of qualifying with a 2-0 win over Rwanda in Kigali on Friday, securing their first victory in the series. The win pushed the three-time African champions to fourth place in Group C with six points from five matches.

Eric Chelle’s team will face Zimbabwe next at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo on Tuesday, aiming to keep the momentum going.

“We’re ready. The remaining matches are wars, and we must give everything to win them,” Osimhen said.

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Ronaldo Says Winning for Portugal Matters More Than Scoring Goals

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15 hours ago

March 23, 2025

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Cristiano Ronaldo has vowed to defend Portugal’s badge for the rest of his life. Speaking at a press conference before Portugal’s Nations League quarter-final second leg against Denmark on Sunday, Ronaldo made it clear that winning matters more to him than personal glory.

Portugal lost the first leg 1-0 at Parken on Thursday, but Ronaldo stressed that his focus is on helping the team succeed, no matter who scores.

“It’s not about me scoring. I just want Portugal to win. If we win and I don’t even play, I’ll take that,” Ronaldo said, as quoted by Fabrizio Romano.

“My focus has always been on defending my country’s badge until I die. I’d be happy if we win tomorrow and someone else gets the goal.” Ronaldo has scored a record-breaking 135 goals for Portugal since his debut in 2003.