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Ondo Deputy Governor promises Sunshine Queens N50,000 cash per goal
Ondo State Deputy Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, on Monday in Ijebu-Ode promised a cash reward of N50,000 per goal scored to players of Sunshine Queens Women Football Club of Akure.
Aiyedatiwa made the promise while speaking with the team ahead of their clash with Bayelsa Queens of Yenagoa at the 2020/2021 Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) Premiership Super Six.
”I am assuring you girls that the government of Ondo State is behind you. Just go out there and give your all. For every goal you score, you get N50,000,” he said.
our correspondent reports that the team are at the ongoing Super Six contending for one of the two available tickets to the CAF Women’s Champions League.
The deputy governor, who is also Chairman of the Committee put in place to reposition the Ondo State Football Agency (ODSFA), assured the girls of government’s commitment to their welfare.
Our correspondent reports that ODSFA is the body supervising both the Sunshine Queens and their male counterparts, the Sunshine Stars of Akure who play in the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL).
Responding, Head Coach of the team, Wemimo Mathew, assured the deputy governor that the Sunshine Queens players were in high spirits in readiness for the competition.
“They will give their best to ensure the state’s team participate in the inaugural CAF Women’s Champions League,” the coach said.
Our correspondent reports that the Super Six is a competition for the top six teams of the 2020/2021 NWFL Premiership after the league was terminated abruptly.
The competition was introduced to determine the two teams which would represent the country at the inaugural CAF Women’s Champions League.
Sunshine Queens began their campaign against the Bayelsa Queens at the main bowl of the Dipo Dina Stadium in Ijebu Ode.
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CAF Confirms Morocco as Host for 2024 Women’s Champions League
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially designated Morocco as the host for the 2024 CAF Women’s Champions League finals. The tournament will take place from November 9 to November 23, as announced on CAF’s official website.
Morocco previously hosted the last edition of this prestigious competition. Among the eight teams competing this year is Nigeria’s champions, Edo Queens. The current title holders are Mamelodi Sundowns from South Africa.
The tournament offers significant financial incentives, with winners receiving $400,000 and runners-up taking home $250,000.
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Messi Matches Ronaldo’s Record with Hat-Trick Against Bolivia
Argentina captain Lionel Messi has equaled Cristiano Ronaldo’s record of 10 international hat-tricks after scoring three times in a dominant 6-0 victory against Bolivia in a 2026 World Cup qualifier.
In addition to his goals, the 37-year-old forward also provided two assists, showcasing his playmaking abilities. With this win, Argentina solidifies its position in the South American qualifiers, currently leading the table three points ahead of second-placed Colombia and six points clear of their arch-rivals Brazil.
On the same evening, Ronaldo’s Portugal faced Scotland in the UEFA Nations League but was held to a frustrating 0-0 draw, leaving the superstar visibly upset post-match.
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Mourinho Targets Barcelona’s Ansu Fati for January Transfer to Fenerbahce
Fenerbahce manager, Jose Mourinho, is reportedly planning a January transfer move for Barcelona forward Ansu Fati. After spending last season on loan at Brighton in the Premier League, Fati, now 21, returned to Barcelona but has struggled for game time under new coach Hansi Flick.
Once considered a potential successor to Lionel Messi, Fati’s limited opportunities at Barça have fueled speculation about a possible departure. According to *AS*, Mourinho is keen to bring the Spain international to the Turkish league, offering him the chance for regular football at Fenerbahce.
Fenerbahce’s sporting director, Mario Branco, is expected to initiate discussions with Fati’s representatives soon, confident that the promise of consistent playing time will help secure the forward’s move.
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