Michelle Alozie: The power of positive speaking.

Michelle Alozie,

"COUNT IT!!!!! see you in the finals" 😛

Those were the words of Michelle Alozie before she put us above our semi-final opponent.

The power behind positive speaking.

By Olagunju, Success Taiwo

Mission X is possible: Super Falcons of Nigeria advance to the final

(Andile Dlamini)

Does dream come true?  

Super Falcons of Nigeria advance to the final of the on-going WAFCON 2024, taking place in Northern part of Africa - Morocco. 

It was a hell of a night when the 9th champions of Africa women football, Super Falcons of Nigeria filed it out with the current champion of African women football, Bayana-Bayana, in Casablanca, Morocco, yesterday.

The two sides got a point to prove; South Africa, wanted to advance to defend the title and Nigeria alike, wanted to advance to keep the dream alive - Mission X

In a trilling 90 minute-encounter that favoured Nigeria over South Africa, ended 2-1. Nigeria showed supremacy by getting past their opponent through a penalty kick that Rasheedat

(Michelle Alozie)

Ajibade put pass, Sundown of Mamelodi's female goalkeeper, Andile Dilamini. This saw Nigeria winning in the first 45 minutes of the game.

In the second half, Bayana-Bayana, came out like never before to force a defensive foul that resulted in a penalty kick that saw the side to equalize. A well taken kick from the spot, in the 60 minutes by Linda Motlhalo; brought confusion and panic down the spine of the Nigerian Super Falcons.

But Nigerian American, Michelle Alozie, shined bright like De Beers' diamond through a hail-stone lob of the ball into South Africa's goal post that ended at the back of the net.

By Olagunju, Success Taiwo

Super Falcons and Banyana Banyana set for WAFCON quarter-final showdown

Women's Africa Cup of Nations.

Nigeria's Super Falcons are preparing for the 'final before the final' when they take on South Africa's Banyana Banyana in the quarter-finals of the Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) on Tuesday evening in Morocco.

With the stakes at an all-time high, Nigeria have acknowledged the intense competition that awaits them. The Super Falcons, a name synonymous with excellence in African women's football, are on a resolute mission to reclaim the WAFCON title.

With nine championships to their name, the Falcons are experiencing a revitalised sense of purpose, driven by the determined mindset instilled by head coach Justin Madugu.

By Herman Gibbs

Full story at IOL.

I'm saving lives in the lab - Nigeria Super Falcons star Alozie opens up on her double life

Super Falcons defender Michelle Alozie shares how working in healthcare gives her life deeper meaning, saying helping save lives off the pitch is her biggest purpose outside football.

Nigeria’s Super Falcons defender, Michelle Alozie, is living a remarkable double life as both an elite footballer and a dedicated medical researcher.

In an emotional interview with CAF’s ‘This Is Me’ series, Alozie revealed how her work in healthcare gives her life profound meaning beyond the football pitch.

By Izuchukwu Akawor
Full story at Pulse NG.

Marcus Smart to the Lakers: How will the veteran guard fit with Luka Dončić and LeBron James?

In a twist that will bring smiles to the faces of Lakers fans, former Defensive Player of the Year Marcus Smart plans to sign a two-year, $11 million deal with Los Angeles, bringing depth to a Lakers team that needs it.

Smart, 31, spent nine years with the Boston Celtics carving out a name for himself as one of the league's best, and most physical, defenders.

After a disappointing 39-game stint with the Memphis Grizzlies, Smart was acquired at the trade deadline by the Washington Wizards, who have reportedly agreed to a contract buyout. The point guard was scheduled to make over $21 million for the club this season.

By Morten Stig Jensen

Full story at Yahoo News.

Australia star Rob Valetini ‘good to go’ for second Test in huge boost for Wallabies

Rob Valetini is set to return for the
second Test in Melbourne (Getty Images)

Australia rugby flanker Rob Valetini has declared himself “good to go” for the second British and Irish Lions Test in Melbourne in a significant fitness boost for the Wallabies.

Valetini, among Australia’s standout individual performers over the last couple of years, missed the opening clash in Brisbane as he worked his way back from a calf issue.

The 26-year-old was sorely missed at Suncorp Stadium with the hosts short of forward collision-winners in a 27-19 defeat, with lock Will Skelton another significant injury absentee.

By Harry Latham-Coyle

Full story at Yahoo News.

Ranking the 7 Greatest Boxers in World History

Boxing has produced icons whose names transcend the sport itself, and these fighters have dominated their eras, inspired millions, and left legacies that still influence boxing culture today. In this article, we count down the seven greatest boxers to ever step into the ring, ranked based on achievements, impact, skill, and longevity.

Chávez is widely regarded as the greatest Mexican boxer of all time, and one of the toughest fighters the sport has ever seen. He was known for his relentless pressure, granite chin, and unmatched stamina. Chávez began his professional career in 1980 and remained unbeaten in his first 90 fights, a mind-blowing record.

He held world titles in three different weight classes (super featherweight, lightweight, and light welterweight), racking up six world championships in total. His victory over Meldrick Taylor in 1990 remains one of the most dramatic comebacks in boxing history.

Full story at Pulse NG.
By Kolawole Babatunde