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——– EAGLE EYE ——- A Psalm Of Praise For Arsenal FC…
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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Wrestling Federation President Adewale Adeniyi Says Success At International Competitions Will Inspire New Generation Youths To Work Harder
The president of Nigeria Wrestling Federation (NWF), Bashir Adewale Adeniyi has declared that successful outings by the country’s grapplers at major international competitions will inspire the new generation youths to work harder, Sports247 reports.
Adeniyi stated this while celebrating the Nigerian contingent that excelled at the recent Central African Wrestling Championship in Brazzaville, Congo, where they clinched five gold and one silver in freestyle, beach and women’s categories.
Nigeria’s surge began on the opening day of the championship, when Terry Godfrey won three gold medals in men’s 65kg freestyle, after which Woyinkorikiye Andrew also won gold in women’s 53kg.
Precillia Archbone added to the golden haul in the 45kg, then the spree continued in beach wrestling with two more gold from Woyinkorikiye and Precillia Archbone while Godfrey settled for silver.
Much to Adeniyi’s delight, the delegation concluded their outing with five gold medals and one silver, to place overall third-best below DR Congo and Congo Brazzaville, which finished first and second respectively due to the number of athletes registered.
The NWF president attributed these feats to the federation’s efforts towards accelerating skill development, enhancing competitive readiness for Nigerian wrestlers from the grassroots and exposing them to international tournaments.
Adeniyi, who is also the Comptroller-General of Nigeria Customs Service, added that the
need for Nigerian wrestlers to quickly adapt to unfamiliar environments is a major factor behind the NWF’s efforts in local talent identification.
He stated further that successful international outings like the recent one would go a long way in motivating emergent talents towards greater achievements on the wrestling mat.
Adeniyi submitted, “Competing against international peers introduces athletes to diverse wrestling styles, tactics, and higher physical demands.
“Success in international tournaments always inspires the next generation of youth to work hard. It also broadens their cultural and social perspectives, provides direct visibility to professional scouts, and establishes clear pathways for future success.
“This is one of our strategies for athlete development. International representation often attracts more public and private funding to local sports infrastructure.”
Sports247 gathered that the NWF president personally sponsored the three wrestlers to the competition in Brazzaville, along with their coach, Kingkuro Oyinbrakemi Tangi, and assistant secretary of the federation, Abigail Ibrahim.
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Adeola Afolayan Adores Virgil van Dijk, Eyes Career Breakthrough With Grass Runners FC Of Sagamu
A senior secondary three (SS3) student at Universal Comprehensive College, Ikorun, Lagos, Adeola Oluwaseun Afolayan has set his mind on getting a breakthrough into football as a career with Grass Runners FC of Sagamu.
Sports247 gathered that the towering central defender, who adores Liverpool of England and Netherlands national team captain, Virgil van Dijk, has already gauned a link with officials of Grass Runners about the possibility of joining them next month.
With his final paper in the West African Examination Council (WAEC) secondary school leaving assessment holding this week, Afolayan believes he can quickly shift all his attention towards the beginning of a much-desired football career.
The youngster, who is fondly called ‘Adex’ by his colleagues and friends, is currently working out with Super Accurate Football Academy of Ikotun, where he receives tactical instructions and useful career tips from Coach Oseni Adewale (aka Super).
“I am happy that my WAEC exam will end on Thursday. That means I will be able to face football fully from next week. I’m not thinking of going to any university, because it’s football that I want to play for a living.
“I want to specially thank Coach Super for teaching me how to play football. I also watch top players like Van Dijk to learn from them and improve my game. He is my favourite player.
“I am happy that my uncle is already arranging a link for me to join Grass Runners FC when they resume from their break ahead of the new NLO season,” said Afolayan, who is also fondly called ‘Dazzler.’
Sports247 gathered further that the indigene of Kwara State has not dropped his boots but he continued training on his own all through the period of the WAEC papers, though his parents stopped him from attending the football academy during this examination period.
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NWFL Super Six: ‘Not Time for Celebration Yet’ — Aduku Maintains Focus Ahead of Bayelsa Queens Decider
Head coach of Edo Queens, Moses Aduku, has insisted that his team will not get carried away despite moving to the top of the 2026 Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) Premiership Super Six standings following a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Rivers Angels.
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The Matchday Four win pushed Edo Queens to nine points from four matches and set up a decisive final-day clash against defending champions Bayelsa Queens at the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium in Port Harcourt.
Aduku praised his players for their resilience and discipline after bouncing back from an opening-day defeat to record three consecutive victories in the competition.
“I want to give kudos to my girls for playing to instruction and also for believing in ourselves that we could bounce back after that opening defeat,” Aduku said after the match.
Despite the impressive turnaround, the experienced tactician stressed that the team’s mission is far from complete, warning against premature celebrations ahead of the title showdown.
“We are not celebrating yet. Our focus completely shifts to Bayelsa Queens — that’s all I can say for now. We know we have one final hurdle to clear against a very tough opponent who happen to be the defending champions,” he added.
The upcoming encounter is expected to be a thrilling finale to the NWFL Super Six, with Bayelsa Queens also still in contention for the title as they seek to defend their crown.
For Edo Queens, victory in the decisive fixture would complete a remarkable redemption story and secure the club’s first-ever NWFL Premiership title.
The Benin City side has shown remarkable character throughout the tournament, recovering from early disappointment to place themselves within touching distance of domestic glory.
All eyes will now be on Port Harcourt as two of Nigeria’s top women’s football clubs battle for supremacy in what promises to be a high-stakes season finale.
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