Deolu AkingbadeinPRESS BOXIn Nigeria, soccer is life. How Nigerians reacted after a crucial loss to Ghana showed it.The Super Eagles’ heartbreaking loss to Ghana has Nigerians reeling.Apr 25, 2022Apr 25, 2022
Deolu AkingbadeinPRESS BOXHearts of Oak, Enyimba, Stade Malien aim to bounce back after a disappointing campaignAs Africa’s elite head into the knockout stages of the CAF Champions League and the CAF Confederation Cup, legendary clubshave to wait.Apr 19, 20222Apr 19, 20222
Deolu AkingbadeinLetters from a Sports FanPhenomenal Swiderski, Charlotte win for the first time in club history against New EnglandYesterday, Charlotte was a city of lights. Fireworks, chants, and parties were unavoidable, and you could hear the excited whoops from…Mar 20, 2022Mar 20, 2022
Deolu AkingbadeinLetters from a Sports FanArmour’s header not enough in 2–1 loss against AtlantaThere it was: a new entry in the MLS history books. As Adam Armour rose among the Atlanta United defenders, Major League Soccer scribbled…Mar 14, 2022Mar 14, 2022
Deolu AkingbadeinLetters from a Sports FanA triumphant homecoming for Charlotte soccer in its 1–0 loss to LA GalaxyCharlotte, home to many up-and-coming soccer players, celebrated the arrival of its MLS club yesterday. Glimmers of the future can be seen.Mar 6, 2022Mar 6, 2022
Deolu AkingbadeHearts of Oak, Enyimba, Stade Malien aim to bounce back after disappointing campaignsCan these three clubs qualify for Africa’s best competitions?Mar 5, 20221Mar 5, 20221
Deolu AkingbadeEsperance stifled, Sundowns pulls through, and Wydad dominates in Matchday 3There was a lot of action in matchday 3 of the CAF Champions League. Where did it leave Esperance, Sundowns, Wydad, and more?Feb 26, 2022Feb 26, 2022
Deolu AkingbadeThree things to take away from Matchday 2 of CAF Champions LeagueAlthough most of the matches were draws, it does not mean there were no learning points in the CAF Champions League’s second matchday.Feb 23, 2022Feb 23, 2022
Deolu AkingbadeChelsea’s Romelu Lukaku looks to make an impact on Lille matchChelsea’s Champions League Round-of-16 match against LOSC Lille could prove vital in determining the legacy of star striker Romelu Lukaku’s…Feb 22, 2022Feb 22, 2022
Deolu AkingbadePower Rankings: Sundowns, Wydad, Raja, open with Matchday 1 wins in CAF Champions LeagueOn the first matchday of Africa’s most prestigious club competition, the CAF Champions League, clubs set an agenda. What would happen…Feb 13, 2022Feb 13, 2022
