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Double Blow For Nigeria In Paris: Ogunsemilore Suspended, Super Falcons Fall To Spain

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Nigerian athletes faced a disappointing day in Paris as Cynthia Ogunsemilore was provisionally suspended due to a positive doping test, handing Taiwan’s Wu Shih Yi a walkover in their lightweight round of 16 bout.

In a separate event, the Super Falcons suffered a heartbreaking 1-0 defeat to Spain in their Group C clash at the Paris 2024 Games.

Alexia Putellas’ stunning free-kick in the 84th minute shattered Nigeria’s resistance, leaving them with an uphill task to qualify for the knockout stages.

Taiwan’s Wu Shih Yi has been handed a walkover in her lightweight round of 16 bouts after Nigerian opponent Cynthia Ogunsemilore was provisionally suspended following a positive test for furosemide, a banned diuretic.

Wu will face either Australia’s Tyla McDonald or Maria Jose Palacios of Ecuador in the quarterfinals.

Nigeria’s Super Falcons suffered a narrow 1-0 defeat to Spain, leaving them with a tough task to qualify for the knockout stages.

Despite a valiant defensive display, Alexia Putellas’ late winner proved decisive.

The Super Falcons must now regroup to win their final group stage encounter against Japan to have any chance of reaching the quarter-finals.

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Update: Captain Musa Returns To The NPFL, Set to Lead Super Eagles to Morocco

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Earlier today, the Super Eagles Captain sought opinion of fans on which NPFL club he’d join.

The former CSKA Moscow winger ahead of the 2025 AFCON is expected to return to the Super Eagles; and of course lead them to Morocco.

And to achieve that, he need to join a club and keep fit… As for the experience, e plenty for head dey troway for ground.

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BREAKING!!! 74-Year-old Winfred Schafer Set To Take Over As New Super Eagles Coach

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By Wisdom Nwedene

Following the resignation of Finidi George as Super Eagles Head Coach, the Officials of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) have concluded plans to appoint German coach Winfred Schafer to manage the Super Eagle.

According to sources within the NFF on Monday, an agreement has been reached for Schafer to fill in the role temporarily occupied by ex-international Augustine Eguavoen.

According to report, Schafer will soon arrive Nigeria to take over the job and Eguavoen will be his Assistance.

Schäfer played 403 Bundesliga matches and scored 46 goals in the (West) German top-flight.

He won the 1970 Bundesliga title and 1970 DFB-Pokal with two different clubs – because the West German Cup final was played after the 1970 FIFA World Cup and his move from Mönchengladbach to Offenbach.

As a manager, he led Karlsruher SC to the semi-finals of the UEFA Cup in the 1993–94 season.

In November 2001, Schäfer was appointed head coach of Cameroon. He won the 2002 African Cup of Nations with Cameroon, defeating Senegal 3–2 in a penalty shoot-out after a 0–0 draw in the

In 2006, he won the UAE national championship with Al-Ahli (Dubai). He worked then from 2007 to 2009 for UAE League side Al-Ain.

In late January 2021, Schäfer became the head coach of Qatar Stars League club Al-Khor to help them in a difficult situation. Results and performance improved relatively, the team remained in the league after win 3–1 in the play-off match against Al-Shahania. On 11 November 2021, he left Qatar after his contract was terminated.

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“He’ll definitely win”: Marcelo names player to win Ballon d’Or this year

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Real Madrid legend Marcelo has tipped his compatriot to win this year's Ballon d'Or. Photo by Wagner Meier. Source: UGC
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  • The race for the 2024 Ballon d’Or remains a hotly debated topic, drawing substantial attention and discussion
  • Several players are emerging as strong contenders to challenge Real Madrid’s Vinícius Júnior and Jude Bellingham for the award
  • Marcelo has opened up on who should win the prestigious award, as the Madrid duo will compete with Rodri and Dani Carvajal for the award

Former Brazil international and ex-Real Madrid captain Marcelo has named his pick for this year’s Ballon d’Or winner.

France Football unveiled the nominees for the prestigious individual award last week.

Several Real Madrid stars made the 30-player shortlist following their impressive 2023-24 season.

Los Blancos claimed the UEFA Champions League title, edged out Barcelona to win La Liga, and also secured the Supercopa de España earlier this year, per Eurosport.

The White Angels added the UEFA Super Cup at the start of the current campaign.

Seven Real Madrid players were included in the Ballon d’Or shortlist, with names like Vinicius Jr., Jude Bellingham, Kylian Mbappe, Dani Carvajal, Federico Valverde, and Antonio Rudiger featuring prominently.

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Retired midfielder Toni Kroos also earned a spot on the Ballon d’Or shortlist.

Marcelo picks his Ballon d’Or winner

Legendary left-back Marcelo has predicted that Vinicius Jr. will take home the award at the ceremony on October 28.

As reported by MadridXtra, he said:

“Ballon d’Or? I think they will definitely give it to Vinícius Jr. Carvajal, Bellingham, Kroos played very well too,” as seen in sportskeeda.

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Vinicius Jr. is a leading contender for the award but faces strong competition from Manchester City’s Rodri.

While Vini Jr. was nearly unstoppable at the club level, his run at the 2024 Copa America didn’t go as smoothly.

Despite netting two goals, the 24-year-old couldn’t replicate his club form in the South American championship, where Brazil was eliminated in the quarter-finals.

Meanwhile, key players like Manchester City’s creative midfielder Kevin De Bruyne, Liverpool’s prolific forward Mohamed Salah, and Real Madrid’s rising star Rodrygo were among the surprise absentees.

Top 5 Ballon d’Or robberies

Earlier, TUKO.co.ke explored some of the biggest controversies surrounding the Ballo d’Or, focusing on the top five instances where players were deemed to have been unjustly denied the prestigious award.

These decisions have sparked ongoing debate, with many fans and pundits continuing to express their outrage over the perceived ‘robberies.’

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