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——– EAGLE EYE ——- A Psalm Of Praise For Arsenal FC…

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O Lord, I come humbly to you with these few lines of thanksgiving on behalf of Arsenal Football Club of England. I am not a fan of Arsenal but, like my brother’s keeper, I feel for them; because they always face lots of flak and fury from too many enemies yearning for their fall.

I thank you, Lord, for what you did for Arsenal on Tuesday. You finally helped them overcome several enemies who did not want them to win the English Premier League. The enemies proved to be stronger than The Gunners, and I had to intercede on their behalf. I prayed for them in the mighty name of Jesus, and you answered me.

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Halleluyah! Arsenal have won the EPL title for the first time since 2014!! They toiled, struggled, panted and bottled it for 22 years, finishing third in the past three seasons, until you turned their captivity around on Tuesday.

Thank you, Lord! You hearkened to my voice on behalf of the downtrodden Gunners. As the fervent prayers of Saints avail so much for the needy, you listened to my solemn supplication and it has yielded resounding joy for The Gunners.

So long they faced this mountain and failed to surmount it. So long they came close only to bottle it. So long have they been ridiculed by their many enemies, and yet they failed to overcome. So long have they been encumbered, yet they never give up. Thank you, Lord for rewarding Arsenal for their resilience.

O Lord, you are Father to the fatherless and Helper of the helpless. It’s your mighty hand of help that came to rescue Arsenal in this their moment of need. You gave them uncommon favour to excel while their enemies faltered. You gave them mercy and lifted them high. Thank you, Lord.

As The Gunners go for their final match of the season, a London derby with Crystal Palace, they already have the title in their grip, because you made them stand strong on hind limbs. You made their players more impactful than their opponents and sharper than their rivals.

We know the battle is not for the swift nor for the wise or powerful, but for whom God shows mercy. You showed Arsenal mercy for the sake of their many loyal fans who stuck with them through 22 years of barrenness. You showed them mercy for the sake of their owners who have kept faith with the gaffer, Mikel Arteta.

As was in the days of Arsene Wenger, when the buffs and egg heads at Arsenal stayed very patient, while ‘The Professor’ preferred saving money for the club rather than join the maddening crowd on a spending spree during each transfer window, they again put their trust in a noble tactician over a very long period.

While Manchester United, Tottenham Hotspur, Chelsea and others keep sacking their coaches one by the dozen, Arsenal have retained Arteta through think and thin. Thank you, Lord for your mercy. You rewarded the club’s owners for their love, faith and trust. You helped them prove that continuity is better than a sacking spree. Thank you, Lord.

You listened to my supplication for the sake of our Nigerian-born bothers at Arsenal – Bukayo Saka, Eberechi Eze and Noni Madueke. Because of them, you made it the year of sweet tidings at Emirates Stadium.

Thank you, Lord. You made it happen for the sake of Arsenal’s African icons – Nwankwo Kanu, Emmanuel Sheyi Adebayor, Kolo Toure et al. Because of them, you made it the year when their first love broke the yoke.

Yes, Lord, I have many reasons to thank you for this miracle. Even Crystal Palace are thanking you, because you helped them get gains of prestige, finance and emotions that their former player (Eberechi Eze) has won the EPL title in his first season at Arsenal.

O Lord, thank you for how you discomfitured Manchester City against Bournemouth. You put a clog in their wheels with heavy dust as you did to the Egyptians at The Red Sea. You made the Cityzens become weary as they ran, you made them walk and stumble, their sight became clouded with double vision, and they lost the fight when it mattered most. They became like the rich man who was satisfied with what he had already accumulated, and he no longer had a thirst for more.

Yes, Lord, you filled Pep Guardiola with profound understanding that victory for his former assistant is victory for him. You have given Pep self-satisfaction in seeing how the ‘boy’ he trained to become a man can equally achieve great things like him. Pep now gleefully remembers that Jesus prayed for His disciples to do greater works than Him.

Another part of success for Pep is that he allowed his ‘brother’ from the same country get at least one cup while he already has two to cherish this season and many others before now. This is an act of benevolence from Pep that will be rewarded with bountiful blessings from heaven.

I thank you, Lord, that even if Arsenal won’t beat PSG next Saturday, you allowed them win the EPL and all their fans are singing Halleluyah to your holy name. They now have a profound testimony for many years to come. We will all remember that it was like a dream when God turned around the captivity of Arsenal – even many men among the heathen know that God has done a great thing for The Gunners, and that’s why they are glad.

For all these and many more you have done for Arsenal and me, I say thank you in the name of the father, the son, and the Holy Spirit. Amen.

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WAFU – B U-17: Adegbuyi, Oparanmegwa Fire Flamingos Past Côte d’Ivoire

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Nigeria’s Flamingos maintained their perfect run at the 2026 WAFU-B U17 Girls Cup with a commanding 2–0 victory over hosts Côte d’Ivoire in Yamoussoukro on Thursday.

Oluwakemi Adegbuyi gave Nigeria the perfect start when she struck in the fourth minute, putting the Flamingos in front at the Lycée Scientifique.

The early goal allowed Nigeria to settle into the contest as the Flamingos protected their advantage through the remainder of the first half.

Côte d’Ivoire pushed for a response after the restart, but Nigeria remained disciplined and continued to threaten on the counter.

The Flamingos eventually doubled their advantage in the 83rd minute, with Pattra Oparanmegwa finding the back of the net to put Nigeria firmly in control.

The victory extends Nigeria’s perfect record in the competition, with the Flamingos now having won all four of their matches.

Nigeria had earlier opened their campaign with a 5–0 victory over Niger Republic before defeating Ghana 4–2 and overcoming Burkina Faso 2–0.

Against Burkina Faso, Mary Dunstan broke the deadlock in the 82nd minute before Adegbuyi struck in stoppage time to seal the win.

The victory over Côte d’Ivoire therefore represents another impressive display from the Flamingos, who have continued to combine attacking quality with defensive discipline throughout the tournament.

The hosts entered Thursday’s encounter as Nigeria’s closest challengers in the standings, having collected six points from their opening three matches. Côte d’Ivoire had also demonstrated their attacking threat with a 9–0 victory over Niger Republic before facing the Flamingos.

Nigeria, however, maintained their superiority in the decisive encounter, with Adegbuyi’s early strike and Oparanmegwa’s second-half finish securing another three points.

The result takes the Flamingos to 12 points from four matches, strengthening their position at the top of the WAFU-B U17 Girls Cup standings.

Nigeria will now turn their attention to their final fixture of the competition against Guinea, as coach Hakeem Busari’s side look to complete the tournament with another victory.

The WAFU-B competition is also serving as valuable preparation for Nigeria ahead of the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco, where the Flamingos will compete against North Korea, Puerto Rico and Poland in Group B.

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EuroMatch NPFL Matchday 5: Sporting Lagos Shock Enyimba as Rangers, Barau FC Pick Up Vital Wins

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The EuroMatch Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) delivered another action-packed round of fixtures on Matchday 5, with Sporting Lagos producing one of the biggest results of the round while Rangers International, Barau FC and Shooting Stars all secured important victories.

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Sports247 reports that in Aba, Sporting Lagos stunned nine-time champions Enyimba FC 3-2, completing a remarkable comeback after the home side took the lead through Stanley Dimgba in the 44th minute. Tobi Iyanda extended Enyimba’s advantage in the 55th minute, but Sporting Lagos responded emphatically.

The visitors levelled in the 51st minute before Haruna Hadi put Sporting Lagos ahead in the 65th minute. Daniel Aboh added another four minutes later to complete the turnaround and condemn Enyimba to another defeat.

Rangers International continued their strong campaign with a narrow 1-0 victory over newly promoted Ranchers Bees. Iwundu scored in the 53rd minute to hand the defending champions another valuable three points.

At home, Barau FC defeated Abia Warriors 2-0. Joseph Atule opened the scoring in the 22nd minute before Ibrahim Ayoola doubled the advantage in the 61st minute.

Bendel Insurance also secured a home victory, edging Ikorodu City 2-1. Chinedu Nwosu converted from the penalty spot in the 49th minute, while Alex Oweilayefa struck in the 84th minute. Aderemi Adeoye had earlier scored for Ikorodu City in the 80th minute.

In Ilorin, Kwara United defeated Nasarawa United 2-1. Sanni Muhammed gave the hosts an early lead in the 12th minute before Jofrank Istifanus equalised for Nasarawa United in the 29th minute. AbdulSalam A. restored Kwara United’s advantage in the 65th minute.

Shooting Stars recorded a convincing 2-0 win over Katsina United, with Olanrewaju Ridwan and Qamar Adegoke finding the net.

Doma United and Plateau United played out an entertaining 2-2 draw, while Niger Tornadoes and Warri Wolves shared the points after a goalless encounter.

In Lagos, Inter Lagos drew 1-1 with Kano Pillars. Ubong Friday, assisted by Ahmed Musa, put Pillars ahead in the 33rd minute before Bashir AbdulKareem levelled in the 76th minute.

The Matchday 5 action continues on Thursday when Rivers United, the Pride of Rivers, face Kun Khalifat FC. With the campaign gathering momentum, another round of NPFL drama awaits.

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BREAKING: Super Eagles Camp Grows to 23 as Ndidi, Chukwueze Land in Uyo Ahead of Madagascar Clash

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The Super Eagles camp in Uyo has grown to 23 players following the arrival of captain Wilfred Ndidi and winger Samuel Chukwueze as Nigeria intensifies preparations for Friday’s 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Madagascar.

Ndidi and Chukwueze landed at the Victor Attah International Airport in Uyo at exactly 5:20 p.m. on Tuesday, arriving from Lagos aboard an Ibom Air flight before linking up with the rest of Éric Chelle’s squad.

Their arrival followed that of goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali, who had earlier increased the number of players in camp from 20 to 21 before the team headed out for its first training session.

The initial 20 arrivals were Moses Simon, Akor Adams, Taiwo Awoniyi, Isaac James, Emmanuel Fernandez, Benjamin Fredrick, Moses Usor, George Ilenikhena, Arthur Okonkwo, Alex Iwobi, Semi Ajayi, Calvin Bassey, Ola Aina, Ademola Lookman, Bright Osayi-Samuel, Chibuike Nwaiwu, Tolu Arokodare, Bruno Onyemaechi, Raphael Onyedika and Frank Onyeka.

With Nwabali, Ndidi and Chukwueze subsequently reporting, Chelle now has 23 players available, giving the coach an almost complete group as preparations gather momentum in Uyo.

Nigeria’s squad underwent a late alteration after Victor Osimhen was ruled out through injury, prompting the recall of Taiwo Awoniyi as his replacement.

The Coventry City striker is already in camp and will compete with Akor Adams, Tolu Arokodare and George Ilenikhena among the centre-forward options.

The Super Eagles will host Madagascar at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo, on Friday, September 25, before travelling to Bissau for their second Group L qualifier against Guinea-Bissau on September 29.

After the disappointment of missing the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Nigeria are under pressure to begin their AFCON campaign positively.

With 23 players now assembled in Uyo and training underway, Chelle can turn his attention to shaping the team he believes can deliver the opening three points against Madagascar.

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