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Niger Tornadoes will be without three key players in the clash with Remo Stars.

The absent players are Sabiu Ibrahim, Ahmadu Liman, and Sarki Ismail.

The trio will miss the game due to different degrees of injuries.

Meanwhile, Niger Tornadoes have received positive news of the return of midfielder Joseph Godstime.

Godstime will be aiming to add to his 10 games appearances for the Niger Tornadoes this season.

Niger Tornadoes will do battle with Remo Stars at the Bako Kontagora Stadium in Minna on Sunday(today).

NPFL: Niger Tornadoes to miss three players against Remo Stars

Kun Khalifat technical adviser, Obinna Uzoho, says his team won’t be carried away with their recent impressive run of form when they clash with Plateau United.

DAILY POST recalls that Kun Khalifat FC recorded wins in their last two league games.

Kun Khalifat FC will be up against Plateau United in a matchday 35 fixture on Sunday.

Uzoho echoed his team’s confidence ahead of the encounter.

“Confidence is high in our camp ahead of the Plateau United’s game,” Uzoho told the club’s media.

“We are not getting carried away as we are going for the three points.

“The minds of the players are fresh, the boys have shown great characters and want to get the winning streak going.”

Kun Khalifat sits at the bottom of the league table.

NPFL: Kun Khalifat wants maximum points against Plateau United – Uzoho

Chelsea boss, Liam Rosenior, has insisted that his team now has a mountain to climb amid the qualification for the UEFA Champions League next season.

Rosenior spoke at his post-match interview after Chelsea’s Premier League 1-0 defeat to Manchester United on Saturday at Stamford Bridge.

The outcome of the match means the Blues sit in 6th position on the Premier League table with 48 points from 33 matches.

Rosenior’s side are behind Liverpool, Aston Villa, Man United, Man City and Arsenal on the log.

Speaking about the chances of his team securing a Champions League spot for next season, Rosenior said after the game against United, “This result gives us a mountain to climb.

“We have to go into Brighton (match on Tuesday) knowing we need to win the game.”

EPL: Liam Rosenior gives verdict on Chelsea’s chances of qualifying for Champions League

Nigeria’s Flamingos will face Guinea in the final qualifying round for the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup, DAILY POST reports.

Guinea secured a date with the Flamingos after a 8-2 aggregate win over Niger Republic.

The Guineans claimed a 5-2 victory over their neighbours in the first leg.

They won the second leg 3-0 in Conakry on Saturday.

Newly appointed Flamingos head coach, Akeem Busari has already summoned 36 players to camp to begin preparations for the clash with the Guineans.

Guinea will host the first leg between May 22-24, while the second leg is slated for Nigeria on May 30.

U-17 WWCQ: Guinea thrash Niger to book date with Flamingos

Former Premier League goalkeeper, Shay Given has conveyed his admiration for the attributes of Nigerian winger, Samuel Chukwueze following Fulham’s goalless draw against Brentford on Saturday.

Chukwueze, currently on loan at Fulham from AC Milan, was brought onto the field before the break after his fellow countryman, Alex Iwobi had to leave due to a suspected hamstring injury.

In a discussion on Premier League Productions, Given emphasized Chukwueze’s offensive capabilities and expressed hope regarding his impact on the match.

“Chukwueze has entered the game. I like him as well; he is a genuinely attacking player. You can expect to see similar link-up play in the second half,” Given remarked.

“At the very least, a bit of excitement is needed because the first half has been quite lackluster. Keane Lewis-Potter had a significant opportunity just before half-time to give Brentford the advantage but failed to capitalize on it,” he added.

Despite Chukwueze’s entry, Fulham could not secure a goal, resulting in a draw as they aimed to bounce back from their recent loss to Liverpool.

Since joining Craven Cottage, the Nigerian international has made a notable impact, scoring three goals and providing four assists in 19 league matches.

Chukwueze’s performances have reportedly led the Premier League side contemplating a permanent transfer at the end of the season.

EPL: ‘I like him’ – Ex-England goalkeeper, Shay Given hails Chukwueze

Former Chelsea star, Joe Cole, wants his old club to sign Barcelona’s Robert Lewandowski and Manchester City’s John Stones.

Cole argued that both veterans would significantly strengthen Liam Rosenior’s squad by helping the young players at Chelsea.

In an interview with Metro, the Englishman explained that Lewandowski, available on a free transfer when his Barça contract ends, could mentor young forwards Liam Delap and João Pedro.

“We need experience—someone to come in and support the younger players. I’d be looking at Lewandowski. He’s a big name. I think he could really help João Pedro and Liam Delap,” Cole said.

He also floated the idea of signing Stones if City let his deal run down.

“He’s another who could be a major presence in the dressing room—helping and nurturing the excellent young centre-halves we have at Chelsea.”

EPL: They’ll help young players – Joe Cole names two stars Chelsea should sign

Former Chelsea defender, Frank Leboeuf, has predicted the scoreline of Sunday’s Premier League match between Manchester City and Arsenal.

Leboeuf shared his thoughts with ESPN FC, pointing to key differences since the two sides last met in the Carabao Cup final back in March, a 2-0 win for Pep Guardiola’s men.

“I think with Saliba and Gabriel together, it is a different defence as well for Arsenal,” Leboeuf said.

“So I think it is going to be harder for Manchester City to beat Arsenal. I would say 2-1 win to City.”

Currently, Mikel Arteta’s side is leading the Premier League table with six points ahead of City.

EPL: Ex-Chelsea defender Frank Leboeuf predicts Man City vs Arsenal

Fulham head coach Marco Silva has allayed fears Alex Iwobi sustained a serious injury in the team’s 0-0 draw with Brentford, DAILY POST reports.

Iwobi picked up a hamstring injury in the 43rd minute encounter.

The 29-year-old was replaced by his compatriot Samuel Chukwueze.

There were fears the versatile could miss the rest of the campaign.

Silva however said the injury is not so bad.

“First reaction I got from Alex – it’s not so bad, but in the next 24-48 hours, we will be more clear about it. A big impact when we lost him”, Silva said after the game.

EPL: Silva provides injury update on Iwobi

Alex Iwobi suffered an injury in Fulham’s London derby draw with Brentford on Saturday, DAILY POST reports.

Iwobi limped off feeling his hamstring shortly before half-time.

The versatile midfielder was replaced by his international teammate Samuel Chukwueze.

Iwobi made his 255th Premier League start in the keenly contested encounter.

Fulham manager Marco Silva will be hoping the 29-year-old has not suffered a serious injury, as the Whites continue their push for a place in European competition.

He has contributed four goals and three assists in 27 league appearances for Fulham this season.

EPL: Iwobi suffers injury in Fulham’s draw with Brentford

Falconets head coach, Moses Aduku, has said his team is firmly focused on the clash with Malawi, DAILY POST reports.

The West Africans will battle Malawi for a place at the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup next month.

Aduku’s side set up camp in Abuja for the qualifiers three weeks ago.

Nigeria will host the South Africans in the first leg at a yet to be named venue on Saturday, 2 May.

The return leg in Lilongwe will take place on Saturday, 9th May,

“We have a full squad on ground and everyone is focused on the task at hand. From now, we will concentrate on team planning and tactical work,” Aduku told thenff.com.

The Falconets defeated Senegal 3-1 on aggregate in the previous round.

Malawi hammered Guinea Bissau 6-2 on aggregate.

U-20 WWCQ: Falconets gearing up for Malawi clash – Aduku