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Morocco’s ASFAR Lift First CAF Women’s Champions League

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Morocco’s ASFAR Lift First CAF Women’s Champions League

ASFAR defeated defending champion Mamelodi Sundowns 4-0 to win the CAF Women’s Champions League for the first time on Sunday at Stade Prince Moulay Abdellah.

Chuene Morifi and Bambanani Mbane’s long-range tries in the fifth minute, just before Jraidi’s try, gave the Moroccan and South African giants an even start to the final replay on the same field where their national teams played in July.

In the 15th minute, Fatima Tagnaout converted a penalty when Zanele Nhlapho pushed Zineb Redouani to the ground inside the penalty area to give the hosts a lead.

Having found themselves behind for the first time in consecutive editions, the miseries of Jerry Tshabalala’s ladies were further compounded when Rhoda Mulaudzi was handed the marching order on the half-hour mark after a poor challenge on Redouani.

The hosts threatened to double their lead through Ahmamou Douha but her weak effort inside the area could not trouble keeper Andile Dlamini four minutes from the half-time break.

The Moroccans came back into the contest on a high as they almost earn their second of the match when Aziza Rabbah’s header came off the crossbar three minutes after the restart.

The South Africans were further reduced to nine players after captain Nhlapho picked her second booking of the match following a poor challenge on Redouani in the 52nd minute.

The second breakthrough came for Mohamed Amine Alioua’s ladies from the resulting freekick when Tagnaout brilliantly teed up Jraidi to power home from inside the area two minutes later.

Despite being two-player down, the South Africans pushed for a comeback through Lelona Daweti and Melinda but the duo could not make the best of their half chances.

The hosts were done yet as Jraidi fired past Dlamini to notch the third in the 87th minute before bagging the treble at the death to complete the rout in sweet revenge for the Atlas Lionesses Women’s Africa Cup of Nations title loss to Banyana Banyana in July.

Meanwhile, ASFAR forward Ibtissam Jraidi was named Woman of the Match for the third time in the competition, following her remarkable treble inspired her side to a ruthless triumph over the Cup holders.

Morocco’s ASFAR Lift First CAF Women’s Champions League

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Nigerian-British Bodybuilder Samson Dauda Wins 2024 Mr Olympia, Secures Historic $600,000 Prize

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Nigerian-British Bodybuilder Samson Dauda Wins 2024 Mr Olympia, Secures Historic $600,000 Prize

Nigerian-British bodybuilder Samson Dauda has claimed the prestigious 2024 Mr Olympia title, making history with a record-breaking $600,000 prize—the largest ever awarded in the sport.

The thrilling finale of the 2024 Olympia competition took place at the Resorts World Theatre in Las Vegas, United States, where Dauda faced off against 15 of the world’s top bodybuilders.

After an intense contest, Dauda secured the top spot, surpassing runner-up Hadi Choopan and 2023 champion Derek Lunsford, who finished third.

Dauda’s journey to bodybuilding stardom began in Lagos, Nigeria, where he was born, before moving to the United Kingdom during his teenage years. Initially a rugby player, he discovered bodybuilding through the encouragement of his teammates.

In 2017, Dauda earned his IFBB Pro card after winning the overall title at the IFBB Amateur Diamond Cup in Rome, marking a turning point in his career. He made his professional debut the following year at the EVLS Prague Showdown, finishing 5th.

His first major win as an IFBB Pro came in 2021 at the EVLS Prague Pro, which earned him a qualification for the 2022 Mr. Olympia competition, where he placed 6th in his debut.

Now, as the 2024 Mr Olympia champion, Dauda has cemented his place among bodybuilding’s elite, achieving a landmark victory in the sport.

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Mbappe To Miss Playing For 3 Weeks Over Thigh Injury

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Mbappe To Miss Playing For 3 Weeks Over Thigh Injury

Real Madrid forward, Kylian Mbappe, is set to miss playing for the next three weeks due to a thigh injury, ruling him out of Sunday’s highly anticipated Madrid derby against Atletico Madrid.

The 25-year-old French international sustained the injury during Madrid’s 3-2 La Liga victory over Alaves on Tuesday.

Mbappe, who netted his seventh goal of the season just before half-time, was substituted in the 80th minute, with Arda Guler coming on to replace him.

At the time of his exit, Madrid were leading 3-0, but two late goals from Alaves made for a tense finish.

Following the match, Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti reassured fans about Mbappe’s condition, stating, “He’s fine, he’s fine, a little bit (over) loaded. He asked me to change to avoid problems.”

However, a medical assessment on Wednesday revealed that Mbappe has sustained “an injury to the biceps femoris in his left leg,” according to a statement from the club.

The forward is now expected to be sidelined until mid-October.

This injury not only rules Mbappe out of the Madrid derby but also puts him in doubt for Real Madrid’s Champions League clash against Lille on October 2.

This would have marked Mbappe’s first return to France at club level since his summer move from Paris Saint-Germain to the Spanish capital.

Real Madrid have faced several injury setbacks this season, with Brahim Diaz and Dani Ceballos still out of action.

However, the club received a boost with the news that Eduardo Camavinga is set to return to first-team training on Thursday and could be available for the match.

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Super Eagles Aim for Victory in Crucial AFCON Qualifier Against Rwanda

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Super Eagles Aim for Victory in Crucial AFCON Qualifier Against Rwanda

As the Super Eagles prepare for their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying match against Rwanda, Coach Augustine Eguavoen is confident that his squad is riding a wave of momentum.

Speaking ahead of Tuesday’s clash at the Amahoro Stadium in Kigali, Eguavoen stated, “We have the right mentality now, and the mood in the camp is excellent. Everyone is eager for us to pick up the three points in Rwanda and stay firmly on top of the qualifying table.”

The Nigerian team made an impressive start to their campaign with a dominant 3-0 victory over Benin Republic at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo on Saturday. Now, they aim to solidify their position with another win.

“We are here for business, and I am happy that everyone is on the same page,” the coach added, noting that the team arrived in Rwanda early enough to rest and prepare for official training.

Leading the Super Eagles, team captain William Ekong emphasized the importance of securing all three points. “Our target is the three points, and we have spoken among ourselves on the imperative of going hard for it from the first blast of the referee’s whistle,” he said.

Acknowledging Rwanda’s strength, Ekong added, “It is going to be a tough game because Rwanda have a good team and got a point from their first match. We must not relent throughout the 90 minutes.”

The Nigerian delegation, led by NFF President Ibrahim Gusau, arrived in Kigali on Sunday, along with 23 players, officials, and key stakeholders. The match is set to kick off at 3 p.m. local time (2 p.m. Nigeria time), as the Super Eagles aim to continue their unbeaten streak in the AFCON qualifiers.

Rwanda’s Amavubi will pose a challenge, having forced a 1-1 draw against Libya in their opening match. However, with their current momentum, the Super Eagles are determined to secure another victory and maintain their lead in the group.

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