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Car Collides With Pedestrians Near Liverpool Victory Parade

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A man has been detained after a car collided with pedestrians in Liverpool city centre during Liverpool FC’s Premier League victory parade. Emergency services descended on Water Street after Merseyside Police were contacted just after 6pm on Monday with reports of the incident. The car stopped at the scene and a man was detained. The Prime Minister and the Home Secretary are being kept updated about the events, the PA news agency understands. People were injured in the incident, with images capturing someone being taken away on a stretcher and a man walking with his arm around a police officer for support. Footage showed police cordons in place around the heavily littered road, with a large police presence, ambulances and a fire engine also at the scene. A spokesperson for the North West Ambulance Service (NWAS) said: “We are currently assessing the situation and working with other members of the emergency services. “Our priority is to ensure people receive the medical help they need as quickly as possible.” Liverpool Riverside MP Kim Johnson, whose seat includes the city centre, said: “I sincerely hope all those involved are safe and get home to their loved ones soon.” While a spokesman for Liverpool City Council confirmed the local authority is liaising with police about the incident. Liverpool FC held an open-top bus parade to celebrate its Premier League triumph, with fans lining the streets along the 10-mile route. Councillor John Hughes estimated in excess of one million people were attending, beating the 750,000 present for the 2019 Champions League parade. Hundreds ignored police advice not to climb on structures – or adhere to the ‘no pyro’ request – as every vantage point, ranging from multi-storey car parks, scaffolding, rooftops, on top of petrol stations, traffic lights and lamp posts, was taken.

Villa Denied Champions League Spot After Controversial Loss to Man United

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Manchester United dashed Aston Villa’s Champions League dreams with a 2-0 win on the final day of the Premier League season, a match marred by controversial refereeing decisions that left Villa furious. Despite United’s struggles throughout the season, they surprisingly dominated the opening half against a Villa side fighting for a top-five finish. Villa’s hopes were further dented when goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez received a red card just before the break. Villa thought they had snatched a lifeline in the 72nd minute when Morgan Rogers bundled the ball into the net, but referee Thomas Bramall controversially ruled it out for a foul on United’s goalkeeper, Altay Bayindir. Moments later, Amad Diallo headed United into the lead, compounding Villa’s frustration. A late Christian Eriksen penalty sealed the result, leaving United in 15th and Villa to settle for a Europa League place despite a season that had promised so much more. Villa’s manager Unai Emery was left fuming after the final whistle, while United ended a poor season on a rare high, albeit with questions over the refereeing that shaped the game’s outcome.

Super Eagles, Super Falcons Camps Bubble!

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Ahead of different international friendly games, the camps of Nigeria’s senior teams (Super Eagles and Super Falcons) have come alive with most invited players already in. As at 18: 55hrs on Monday, 18 of the 23 Super Falcons invited for the friendly matches against Cameroon (31st May at the Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne-Remo and 3rd June at the MKO Abiola Sports Complex in Abeokuta) had arrived at the team’s Am2pm Hotel in Ijebu-Ode. At about the same time, on the same day, 22 of the 26 Super Eagles invited for the Unity Cup Invitational Tournament in London had arrived at the team’s Doubletree Hilton Ealing. The Eagles take on the Black Stars of Ghana at the Gtech Community Stadium, Brentford on Wednesday, 28th May and then play a second match at the same venue on Saturday 31st May. The opponent will be determined by their result against the Black Stars, and the result of the 27th May clash between Jamaica and Trinidad & Tobago. SUPER FALCONS IN IJEBU-ODE Rasheedat Ajibade, Michelle Alozie, Toni Payne, Francisca Ordega, Omorinsola Babajide, Rofiat Imuran, Oluwatosin Demehin, Olamide Bolaji, Josephine Mathias, Sikiratu Isah, Jennifer Echegini, Osinachi Ohale, Amarachi Odoma, Morufa Ademola, Miracle Usani, Emem Essien, Blessing Ilivieda, Linda Jiwuaku SUPER EAGLES IN LONDON Ahmed Musa, Simon Moses, Kelechi Iheanacho, Semi Ajayi, Frank Onyeka, Nathan Tella, Cyriel Dessers, Felix Agu, Igoh Ogbu, Wilfred Ndidi, Bruno Onyemaechi, Junior Harrison Nduka, Sodiq Ismaila, Waliu Ojetoye, Ifeanyi Onyebuchi, Papa Daniel Mustapha, Saviour Isaac, Collins Ogwueze, Sikiru Alimi, Adamu Abubakar, Stanley Nwabali, Samuel Chukwueze

Chelsea Clinch Champions League Spot with Narrow Win Over Nottingham Forest

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Levi Colwill’s second-half header sealed a vital 1-0 win for Chelsea over Nottingham Forest at the City Ground, securing their place in next season’s UEFA Champions League. In a tense encounter, Colwill rose highest to meet a corner and nod home the winner shortly after the break. The goal was enough to hand Chelsea all three points and guarantee their top-four finish, completing a remarkable turnaround under Mauricio Pochettino. Forest, on the other hand, had golden chances to draw level, with Chris Wood spurning two clear-cut opportunities that could have altered the outcome. Despite their loss, Forest will compete in the UEFA Conference League next season, marking their return to European competition after a long absence. Chelsea’s win marks a significant step forward in their rebuild, while Forest can take pride in a campaign that sees them secure a spot on the continental stage.

Oliseh Bags Int’l Football Association Board Appointment

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Former Super Eagles manager and captain Sunday Oliseh has been appointed a member of the International Football Association Board (IFAB). Oliseh broke the cheering news on his official twitter handle now X on Monday. He wrote; “Thrilled to announce my appointment to the International Football Association Board (IFAB)! “IFAB is the global guardian of football’s laws, responsible for determining the laws of football, shaping the beautiful game for players and fans worldwide. “Honoured to contribute to its mission!” Recalled Oliseh played 55 international matches and scored 4 goals for Nigeria, and played at the 1994 and 1998 FIFA World Cups. Oliseh was also part of Nigeria’s Olympic gold medal winning team of 1996.

Int’l Friendlies: Ajibade, Echegini, Babajide ‘Re Early Birds for Cameroon

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Versatile defender Michelle Alozie has admitted her excitement at the upcoming Super Falcons’ friendly matches against bitter foes Indomitable Lionesses of Cameroon, which will kick-start the final preparations for the 13th Women Africa Cup of Nations taking place in Morocco, 5th – 26th July. “I am excited for the upcoming training camp and to be back with the Super Falcons; it’s my first time in Ogun State! Everyone is looking forward to the Women AFCON and that is our main focus. The way we are treated has changed in the past few years, for the better, especially with our continued success over the years. I am happy to see the steady change as women’s sports across the world continue to achieve and fight for more equality,” said the Houston Dash of USA defensive linchpin. Alozie, who was part of the last Women AFCON finals also staged in Morocco three years ago, was also impressive as the Super Falcons wowed the global audience in reaching the Round of 16 at the 2023 FIFA World Cup finals, exiting without losing a match in regulation time. Alozie, captain Rasheedat Ajibade, Spain-based forward Omorinsola Babajide and PSG of France midfielder Jennifer Echegini will be among the early birds as the team’s camp opens in Ijebu-Ode on Monday, ahead of the first clash with the Lionesses on Saturday, 31st May. Midfielder Toni Payne, Deborah Abiodun and Ifeoma Onumonu are also slated to arrive in the country on Monday, just as defenders Osinachi Ohale, Oluwatosin Demehin, Rofiat Imuran, Shukurat Oladipo, Sikiratu Isah and Blessing Ilivieda, goalkeepers Linda Jiwuaku and Morufa Ademola, and midfielders Amarachi Odoma and Josephine Mathias, and forwards Francisca Ordega and Olamide Bolaji. Former junior international Miracle Usani and forward Emem Essien will equally arrive in camp on Monday. First-choice goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie will arrive on Tuesday, while Portugal-based midfielder Christy Ucheibe is scheduled to fly into the country on Wednesday. Training sessions will hold at the Remo Stars Stadium, Ikenne-Remo where the nine-time African champions take on the 2016 Women AFCON runners-up. The second match between both teams is scheduled for the MKO Abiola Sports Complex, Abeokuta on Tuesday, 3rd June. SUPER FALCONS TO FACE CAMEROON: Goalkeepers: Chiamaka Nnadozie (Paris FC, France); Linda Jiwuaku (Bayelsa Queens); Morufa Ademola (Edo Queens) Defenders: Osinachi Ohale (Pachucha Club de Futbol, Mexico); Shukurat Oladipo (AS Roma, Italy); Michelle Alozie (Houston Dash, USA); Rofiat Imuran (London City Lionesses, England); Sikiratu Isah (Nasarawa Amazons); Oluwatosin Demehin (Galatasaray Sportive, Turkey); Miracle Usani (Edo Queens); Blessing Ilivieda (Bayelsa Queens) Midfielders: Rasheedat Ajibade (Atletico Madrid, Spain); Deborah Abiodun (Dallas Trinity, USA); Jennifer Echegini (Paris Saint Germain, France); Josephine Mathias (Nasarawa Amazons); Christy Ucheibe (SL Benfica, Portugal); Amarachi Odoma (Edo Queens) Forwards: Toni Payne (Everton Ladies, England); Francisca Ordega (Ittihad Ladies Club, Saudi Arabia); Olamide Bolaji (Remo Stars Ladies); Ifeoma Onumonu (Montpellier FC, France); Omorinsola Babajide (Coasta Adeje Tenerife Egatesa (Spain); Emem Essien (Edo Queens)

22nd National Sports Festival: Flamingos Reach Final as Golden Eaglets Lose to Team Ogun

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The Golden Eaglets will contest for the bronze medals of the male football event of the ongoing 22nd National Sports Festival, after they lost 1-2 to Team Ogun in the second semi finals of the event in Ikenne-Remo on Sunday. In the first semi final, Team Kwara defeated Team Kaduna by a lone goal to qualify for the final of the male football event, which will be held on Tuesday at the MKO Abiola Sports Complex. In the female event, Nigeria’s U17 boys, Flamingos flew their way into the final after a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Team Ogun. Shakirat Moshood made no mistake from six yards after the 2022 FIFA World Cup bronze medallists were awarded a penalty with minutes left in the encounter. They will now face Team Delta in Tuesday’s grand finale, after the latter dismissed Team Osun 4-1 in the first semi final. The third-place matches will take place at the Remo Stars Stadium, while the final of the male and female events will hold at the MKO Abiola Sports Complex in Abeokuta. The Golden Eaglets and Flamingos are participating in the 22nd National Sports Festival as part of the praiseworthy Invited Junior Athletes (IJA) initiative of the National Sports Commission.

Premier League Showdown: Nottingham Forest Aim to Dash Chelsea’s Champions League Hopes

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As the 2024/25 Premier League season reaches its climax, all eyes turn to the City Ground, where Nottingham Forest host Chelsea in a decisive battle for Champions League qualification. Both teams are vying for a coveted top-five finish, with Forest needing a win and favorable results elsewhere, while Chelsea can secure their spot with a victory. Under the guidance of manager Nuno Espírito Santo, Forest have emerged as one of the season’s surprise packages. Key players like Callum Hudson-Odoi and Anthony Elanga have revitalized their careers, contributing significantly to Forest’s push for European football . Despite a recent dip in form, including just two wins in their last seven matches, Forest remain formidable at home. Chelsea, led by Enzo Maresca, have found form at a crucial juncture, winning four of their last five games. However, their inconsistent away record poses a challenge, with only one away victory in 2025 . Key players like Enzo Fernández and Cole Palmer will be instrumental as the Blues seek to secure Champions League football. Betting odds suggest a closely contested match, with Chelsea slightly favored. Experts predict a high-scoring affair, given both teams’ attacking prowess and the stakes involved . The match kicks off at 16:00 BST on Sunday, May 25, 2025. Fans can expect a thrilling encounter as both teams battle for a place among Europe’s elite.