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Gift Orban provided an assist as Hellas Verona defeated Bologna 2-1 in their Serie A clash on Sunday.

Jonathan Rowe gave Bologna the lead four minutes after the break.

Bologna fought back with Martin Frese equalising in the 53rd minute.

Orban teed up Kieron Bowie for the winning goal four minutes later.

The Nigerian striker was replaced by Al-Musrati in the 90th minute.

The 23-year-old has now registered seven goals , and two assists for the Yellow and Blues this season.

Hellas Verona remain in 19th position on the table with 18 points from 28 matches.

Serie A: Orban provides assist in Hellas Verona’s win over Bologna

Abubakar Bukola Saraki, ABS, coach Ogundeji Joel, has hailed his players’ performance despite the defeat against Lobi Stars.

The Ilorin-based side suffered a 2-0 loss to Lobi Stars in a matchday 11 fixture in Makurdi on Saturday.

Onah Peter and veteran forward Barnabas Imenger were on target for Lobi Stars in the game.

Ogundeji said he was proud of the effort and determination displayed by his players during the encounter.

“I am satisfied with my players’ performance. They showed great determination, discipline and team spirit throughout the game,” Ogundeji told Owosports.

“The result does not truly reflect our effort on the pitch. It was a bit of hard luck for us, but I am proud of the mentality the players showed.”

NNL: ABS FC coach Ogundeji hails players after defeat to Lobi Stars

Heartland technical adviser, Emmanuel Amuneke, has admitted that the Nigeria National League, NNL, is tough.

Amuneke said that what matters most in the league is the maximum points.

He expressed optimism that the side will win more games in the league.

Heartland beat Smart City FC 3-1 in a matchday 11 fixture in Owerri on Saturday.

“The main target is to get the maximum points, if we can be able to score more goals its good for us,” Amuneke told Puyaka.

“Smart City are a good side, they showed their quality in both legs.

“It’s a work in progress, this league is very tough we won’t say because we are Heartland we can just walk over team’s we just want to do our work and get the maximum points needed.”

Heartland will do battle with Sunshine Stars in their next league fixture.

NNL: Amuneke demands focus from Heartland players

Wikki Tourists technical adviser, Evans Ogenyi, has commended his players for the victory over El-Kanemi Warriors.

The Bauchi Elephants edged out El-Kanemi Warriors by 2-1 at the Tafawa Balewa Stadium on Saturday.

The game was Ogenyi’s first in charge of Wikki Tourists

Ogenyi hailed the players for showing strong determination in the game.

“It’s not easy to come from behind to win a game, especially after conceding so early,” Ogenyi told Wikki Tourists media.

“I take my hat off to the players for their resilience.”

Ogenyi promised to improve on the lapses identified ahead of their next fixture against Shooting Stars.

NPFL: Ogenyi commends Wikki Tourists players on win over El-Kanemi Warriors

Former Real Madrid and Liverpool winger, Steve McManaman has named the only two trophies Arsenal will win this season.

Arsenal are still in the race to win four (quadruple) trophies this term under their manager, Mikel Arteta.

Currently, the Gunners are on top of the Premier League table, they are also in the Champions League Round of 16, FA Cup quarter-final stage and Carabao Cup final.

However, McManaman Arsenal will win both the Premier League title and one of the domestic league Cups (Carabao Cup or FA Cup) this term.

“I think Arsenal will win two trophies this season – the league and a domestic cup,” McManaman said on TNT Sports.

This is coming after Arsenal defeated Mansfield Town 2-1 in the fifth round of the FA Cup on Saturday.

Ex-Real Madrid winger, McManaman names two trophies Arsenal will win this season

Arsenal on Saturday set two records after their FA Cup fifth-round win against Mansfield Town

Recall that Arsenal defeated Mansfield Town 2-1, thanks to goals from Eberechi Eze and Noni Madueke.

The win against the EFL League One side ensured the Premier League leaders booked their place in the FA Cup quarter-final stage.

However, according to OptaJoe, the Gunners’ win against Mansfield Town means the Premier League North London club have now won 35 games in all competitions this season (8 draws, 3 loses), more than any other big five European league team this season .

Also, it is Arsenal’s outright most wins in a single season under their manager Mikel Arteta (previously 34 wins in 2023-24).

Arsenal will now hope to extend the records when they face Bayer Leverkusen in the UEFA Champions League in mid-week.

Arsenal set two records after qualifying for FA Cup quarter-final stage

Manchester City manager, Pep Guardiola, has given his biggest hint yet that he will be staying at the Premier League club next season.

Guardiola has a contract with City until 2027, but there are widespread reports that this campaign could be his last at the Etihad Stadium.

However, it appears the Spaniard is planning to stay beyond the summer, speaking about the improvements to be made.

“We have to defend better in some departments,” Guardiola said ahead of City’s FA Cup game with Newcastle.

“Still, still, still, still we are not a complete team to compete, to be solid – that is the reality.

“We are in the process of many changes. We can learn quicker to make sure nothing is lost, to arrive in the last months with chances [to win something].

“But I’m pretty sure next season we’ll be better. I have no doubts about that.”

EPL: We’re not a complete team – Guardiola drops big hint on Man City future

Semi Ajayi made his return from injury as Hull City fell 3-1 against Millwall in their Sky Bet Championship encounter at the MKM Stadium on Saturday.

It was the centre-back’s first appearance for Hull City in 2026.

Ajayi sustained a hamstring injury, while in action for Nigeria at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations early this year.

The 32-year-old was in action for the entire duration of the clash with Millwall.

The defender has made 13 league appearances for the Tigers this season.

Hull City remain in fifth position with 60 points from 36 matches following the win.

Championship: Ajayi returns from injury in Hull City’s defeat to Millwall

Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, side, Katsina United have declared Uche Collins Absent Without Official Leave (AWOL).

Katsina United Chairman Surajo Umar Baba made the announcement in a statement on Friday.

Umar stated that the player has been missing since the clash against Rangers on 22 February, 2026 at Muhammadu Dikko Stadium.

Baba said that the player is still under contract with the Chanji Boys until the end of the season 2026/2027.

Katsina United warned that any clubs trying to recruit the player without permission face a lawsuit.

Collins has been one of the standout performers for Katsina United in the past two seasons.

He was Katsina United’s Player of the Season in the 2024/25 campaign.

NPFL: Katsina United declare Uche Collins missing

Ticket prices for Portugal’s next friendly game against Mexico have crashed after it was confirmed Cristiano Ronaldo is injured.

Ronaldo walked off the field during Al-Nassr’s 3-1 victory against Al Fayha on Saturday, February 28.

On Tuesday, March 3, Al-Nassr announced that he is out of action due to a hamstring injury.

More troubling information came out as Al-Nassr’s manager, Jorge Jesus, talked before their home league match on Saturday against Neom SC.

He said Ronaldo’s injury is worse than first thought, and the Portugal captain is going to Madrid for treatment. The 41-year-old will play for Portugal in some international matches later this month.

Portugal will play against Mexico first at Estadio Azteca on March 28, then they will face the United States on March 31 as part of their World Cup preparation.

But because of his recent injury, he might not be able to play in the two friendlies anymore.

Recently, the cost of tickets for the friendly game between Mexico and Portugal has gone down.

A few weeks ago, tickets were selling for about 10,000 Mexican pesos, but now they are being sold for around 4,000 pesos or even less.

Cristiano Ronaldo is one of the biggest names in football, but he has never played a game in Mexico before.

This friendly match at the Azteca Stadium is much more important than a regular exhibition game because of that.

Even though his career is coming to an end, Ronaldo still shows off his skills for the Portugal national team.

He is still the country’s player with the most caps and the highest total goals scored.

Mexico vs Portugal: Ticket prices crash over Cristiano Ronaldo’s injury