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Tokyo 2020: Association decries non participation of Nigeria in boxing
Enugu State Boxing Association, has decried the non participation of Nigeria in boxing at the just-concluded Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games, in spite of the country’s pedigree in the sport.
Chairman of the association, Ebere Amaraizu, said this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), in Enugu on Tuesday, on the way forward for boxing in the country.
Amaraizu noted that apart from football and basketball, Nigeria and Nigerians had invested more in boxing over the years, an investment that had produced world beaters.
According to him, boxing, as a combat sport, is one that suits the natural physique of most Nigerian athletes.
“Nigeria and Nigerians have performed creditably well and produced world champions at various times in history,” he said.
He, therefore, said more grassroots talent discoveries would be a boost towards restoring Nigeria’s glory in boxing at future continental and international events.
The chairman also revealed that the association, in partnership with Police Campaign Against Cultism and Other Vices (POCACOV), would be holding POCACOV Neigbourhood Boxing Tournament.
“The boxing tournament is a deliberate and predetermined platform of enlistment of interest, passion and exposure of many boxing talents from neighbourhoods in Enugu State.
“Post primary schools are also inclusive, and that is why we have invited school children to come and have the feel of the practical aspect of boxing,” he said.
Amaraizu said that the tournament would hold in the first week of October at the Indoor Sports Hall of the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium, Enugu.
He added that the tournament was aimed at creating a wider network of `catch-them-young’. (NAN)
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.
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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.
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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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