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Arsenal became the second team to qualify for the quarter-final of the FA Cup with a narrow 2-1 win over Mansfield Town on Saturday.

The victory keeps Mikel Arteta’s men in the hunt for four trophies this season.

The Gunners opened the scoring through Noni Madueke’s crisp strike into the top corner of the net.

And although Will Evans pounced on a defensive error to make it 1-1, Eberechi Eze came off the bench to win the tie for Arsenal.

On Friday night, Liverpool exacted revenge on Wolves, winning 3-1 at the Molineux days after they were beaten by the hosts.

The other fifth round ties will see Manchester City travel to Newcastle United and Chelsea away at Wrexham amongst other games.

FA Cup: Two teams qualify for quarter-final

Super Eagles goalkeeper, Amas Obasogie has been cleared of match-fixing allegations by Tanzanian club, Singida Black Stars SC, DAILY POST reports.

Obasogie was recently suspended for three months by Singida Black Stars following his suspicious performance in the club’s CAF Confederation Cup clash against Flambeau du Centre, as well as league fixtures against Pamba Jiji FC and Namungo FC.

After an internal investigation, it was discovered there was no evidence linking the former Bendel shot stopper to match-fixing.

“The incidents that raised concerns have been determined to be technical errors within the game,” the club stated.

The 26-year-old is now free to resume duty with Othmen Najjar’s side.

Obasogie joined Singida Black Stars last year after leaving Ethiopian club, Fasil Kenema.

Super Eagles goalkeeper, Obasogie cleared of match-fixing allegations after probe

Arsenal manager, Mikel Arteta, has explained the absence of Declan Rice and Martin Zubimendi from the matchday squad to face Mansfield Town in the FA Cup fifth round on Saturday.

The two midfielders are missing for the game against the League One side.

Arteta has made a total of nine changes from the team that beat Brighton 1-0 in the Premier League in midweek.

Cristhian Mosquera and Gabriel Martinelli are the only players to keep their places in the starting XI, while teenagers Max Dowman and Marli Salmon both start.

“We know the difficulty of the challenge, it’s always really tough to win and earn the right to go through to the next round and we are very, very aware of that,” Arteta replied, when asked about the changes.

FA Cup: Arteta reveals why he dropped Declan Rice, Zubimendi against Manfield

Wrexham goalkeeper, Arthur Okonkwo says the club want to make history by upsetting Chelsea in the fifth round of the FA Cup, DAILY POST report

The Robins will host Chelsea at the 12,600 capacity Racecourse Ground on Saturday (today).

Chelsea, who dispatched another Sky Bet Championship club, Hull City in the previous round are overwhelming favourites to win the tie.

Okonkwo is, however adamant they can qualify for the next round at the expense of Liam Rosenior’s side.

“We always have the opportunity to create history here. Every season we play here, and every season I’ve had at Wrexham, there’s always been something we’ve been able to achieve,” he said ahead of the game.

Okonkwo face Chelsea regularly during his time with Arsenal ‘s youth team.

FA Cup: Wrexham goalkeeper Okonkwo targets upset against Chelsea

Nigeria’s D’Tigers have dropped to 53rd position in the latest International Basketball Federation world rankings .

D’Tigers were previously ranked 50th in the world.

They however maintained eighth position in Africa despite the slip in the global rankings.

South Sudan, Angola, Ivory Coast, Egypt, Senegal, Cape Verde and Tunisia are the seven countries ranked ahead of Nigeria in Africa.

Cameroon and Mali complete Africa’s top 10 in the rankings.

The United States of America maintained top position in the global rankings.

D’Tigers slip to 53rd in latest FIBA world rankings

Akwa United head coach, Paul Offor, has charged his players to remain focused ahead of the remaining fixtures in the Nigeria National League, NNL, this season

The young tactician gave the charge after the team’s final training session before departing for Osogbo.

The Promise Keepers will lock horns with Osun United in a matchday 13 fixture at the Landeleke Township Stadium in Ilesa on Saturday.

Offor emphasized the importance of approaching each game with a winning mentality.

“The remaining six matches are very crucial for us and we cannot afford to be complacent, We must remain focused and ensure we make the most of our chances,” Offor told the club’s media.

“We are not yet where we want to be, and we have to sustain our current momentum by showing consistency in our performance.

“We have reached a stage in our campaign where we must approach every match like a cup final.

“We cannot gamble with our chances. We must be fully prepared to fight and win together because our objective is to finish the season strongly.”

NNL: Offor tasks Akwa United players on promotion chase

Christantus Uche will return to Getafe this summer after the completion of his loan stint with Crystal Palace.

Uche, who moved to the Selhurst Park on loan last summer, has struggled for regular playing time at club.

The attacking midfielder would have had to start 10 Premier League matches for the obligatory option to be triggered.

The Nigeria international is however yet to start a league game for Palace.

Uche has made 14 league appearances for the Eagles, all as a substitute.

Getafe will need to sell him to ease their financial pressure.

Transfer: Uche set for Getafe return after tough Crystal Palace stint

Former Manchester United left-back, Patrice Evra, has said he is rooting for Arsenal to win the Premier League title this season

Evra was speaking to Stake following the latest midweek fixtures.

The Gunners currently sit seven points above second-placed Manchester City on the table.

Evra said: Man City’s draw against Nottingham Forest is a big boost, and even if Brighton had lots of chances, Arsenal won.

“This is a sign of a Premier League winner.

“It was a good chance for Man City to keep the gap close, I don’t think it’s over but that win against Brighton was big for Arsenal.

“I want Arsenal to win the league, I just hope they don’t bottle it again.

“People like the joke I made about calling them Netflix, we always have to wait for next season. Come on Arsenal, you can do it this year, but I wouldn’t be surprised if they bottle it again.”

EPL: I hope Arsenal don’t bottle it – Evra names team to win title

Former Nigeria head coach, Sunday Oliseh has urged Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman to lead the Super Eagles to win titles in the near future.

Oliseh praised the pair as ‘top’ talents, noting their impressive performances in the Champions League with Galatasaray and Atletico Madrid, respectively.

In a recent episode of his Global Football Insights Podcast, the ex-Juventus midfielder said, “We have two top Nigerian players currently excelling in the Champions League.

“Osimhen is doing well, and Lookman is also doing exceptionally well.

“All we [Nigeria] need now is for these two top players to lead the team *[Super Eagles] and for the others to follow, and you will have it.”

Both Lookman and Osimhen played key roles in securing a bronze medal for the Super Eagles during the 2025 AFCON tournament in Morocco.

Super Eagles: Sunday Oliseh demands trophies from Osimhen, Lookman

Fulham attacking midfielder, Alex Iwobi has shared the most impactful advice he ever received came from Nigerian football icon Jay-Jay Okocha, who also happens to be his uncle.

According to the 29-year-old, Okocha advised him to play against the opponent on the pitch of play with freedom and without fear throughout his professional career.

Iwobi, a former Arsenal player, stated this while speaking in a recent interview on The High Performance Podcast.

“He [Okocha] said to me, express yourself. Don’t be afraid to express yourself.

“I got it from my uncle, Jay-Jay Okocha. He said it to me once, and I literally just watched how he lived his life.

“I feel lucky he is my uncle. I used to see him both off the pitch as well as on the pitch.”

Iwobi reveals best advice he received from Jay-Jay Okocha