The international future of Crystal Palace forward Ademola Ola-Adebomi has been laid to rest by a representative of the player, OwnGoalNigeria.com can exclusively reveal.

Ola-Adebomi was a part of the Nigeria U20 team ahead of the Africa Cup of Nations, but a mix up over the number of days he is permitted to stay in the camp of the team saw him miss out on a spot in the team for the tournament.

He wasn’t in the mix for the U20 World Cup in Argentina, but he has since put that disappointment behind and has his mind set on breaking into the first team of Crystal Palace following his elevation to the first team on a permanent basis.

A profile striker for the club at U18 where he scored 18 goals in 33 games, for the U21 he got 10 goals in 27 games leading to his elevation to the first team this season.

Coach Roy Hodgson has named him on the bench for the last three consecutive games of the team, meaning a first team debut is very close and he considers that as the first step towards his dream of representing Nigeria at the 2026 World Cup.

” Nothing has changed. He ( Ademola) still wants to play for Nigeria but for now he has to cement his spot in the first team of Crystal Palace. The signs are good but a spot in the AFCON team is too sudden, so let’s say the World Cup 2026 if Super Eagles makes it to the tournament”, a member of his representatives told OwnGoalNigeria.com.

Mohammed Mowiz Suleiman

Tennis is a sport that has provided countless memorable moments for spectators all around the world. As the decades passed, new stars emerged in this sport and performed to a very high standard.

Today, we’re looking at five female tennis players who are arguably among some of the greatest to have ever graced the Court.

In this blog post, we will examine each player’s stellar career achievements while playing professional tennis. Let us take you back through an era of tears and triumphs laid down by our top 5 legendary female tennis champions in the sports history.

Top 5 Female Tennis Players of All Time

Margaret Court – winner of 24 Grand Slam singles titles

Margaret Court is a name that will forever be etched in the history of tennis. This legendary Australian tennis player boasts an impressive 24 Grand Slam singles titles, a feat that is unmatched by any other player.

Her incredible talent, unwavering dedication, and fierce competitiveness earned her a place amongst the greatest athletes of all time.

Despite experiencing personal and professional challenges throughout her career, Court never lost her conviction and never gave up on her dreams.

She remains an inspiration to many aspiring athletes who continue to look up to her as a role model of success, perseverance, and sportsmanship. Margaret Court’s legacy in tennis will undoubtedly live on for generations to come.

Serena Williams – most successful female tennis player of all time with 23 Grand Slam singles titles

Serena Williams is a name that resonates with tennis enthusiasts all around the world. She is a force to be reckoned with on the Court and has won an astounding 23 Grand Slam singles titles, making her the most successful female tennis player of all time.

Her incredible athleticism and unmatched determination have helped her achieve feats many can only dream of. She has faced various challenges both on and off the Court, but she remains a true inspiration to many.

Serena continues breaking records and inspiring generations of women to pursue their dreams. It is safe to say that her legacy in tennis will remain unmatched for many years to come.

Martina Navratilova – won 18 Grand Slam singles titles and 31 doubles titles

Martina Navratilova is a name that is synonymous with greatness in the world of tennis. With 18 Grand Slam singles titles and 31 doubles titles under her belt, she is one of the most successful tennis players of all time.

Her dedication and hard work on and off the Court have earned her a place in the history books. Navratilova’s impressive resume is a testament to her skill, determination, and passion for the sport.

She inspires future generations of tennis players to push beyond their limits and strive for excellence. Navratilova is a true legend, and her impact on the world of tennis will not be forgotten anytime soon

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Steffi Graf – won 22 Grand Slam singles titles, the most in the Open Era

Steffi Graf is a true legend in the world of tennis. With her fierce determination and unmatched skills, she dominated the sport for years, making her mark as one of the greatest players of all time.

Winning an incredible 22 Grand Slam singles titles, she holds the record for the most in the Open Era. Her precision and agility on the Court were matched only by her mental toughness, allowing her to return from seemingly impossible situations.

Graf’s legacy continues to inspire future generations of tennis players and her achievements will forever be etched in the history books.

Chris Evert – won 18 Grand Slam singles titles and 3 doubles titles

Throughout tennis history, there have been many great players, but few as dominant as Chris Evert. With 18 Grand Slam singles titles and 3 doubles titles, Evert cemented herself as one of the best to ever play the game.

Her graceful style and powerful groundstrokes wowed fans around the world, and her fierce competitive spirit helped her win matches even when she was down.

Evert’s legacy stretches far beyond just her on-court accomplishments, as she continues to inspire young athletes today. Without a doubt, Chris Evert will always be remembered as one of the sport’s legends.

Overview of their career accomplishments and milestones

Throughout their career, it’s safe to say that they have had a slew of accomplishments and milestones.

From their early days as a novice to their current status as a seasoned professional, they’ve undoubtedly amassed a wealth of experience and expertise.

They’ve likely achieved some notable accomplishments, whether it be completing a big project or receiving recognition for their hard work and dedication. However, they use the best shoes to perform on the field.

Milestones may include reaching certain career goals, making strides within their industry, or overcoming significant challenges.

Each accomplishment and milestone has likely played a crucial role in shaping and refining their skills and abilities, which has only helped them continue to thrive in their chosen field.

Portuguese top division side Vitória Sport Clube have completed the signing of 21 year old Nigerian winger Clinton Udeh following the expiration of his deal with second division Brazilian side Londrina, OwnGoalNigeria.com reports.

Signed on a four year deal, the winger who had four goals and one assist from 29 games in Brazil last season told the club official website that he can’t wait to get started.

“Being able to represent a club with the size of Vitória Sport Clube is a great opportunity. Thank God, this change was possible. I am very happy to be able to play in Portugal and soon at the service of Vitória. It’s a big leap”, he said.

He went further to state that, a regular run in the team will no doubt catch the attention of the senior national team of Nigeria, which he said will certainly lead to a call up to the team.

“Above all, I want to conquer my space in Vitória SC. But of course I have dreams: it would be excellent if one day I could reach great European clubs. I have the dream of facing, for example, Vinícius Júnior.

“My aim is to cement a place in Vitória SC, I am sure that I will be called to the Nigeria National Team. This is going to happen”, the striker who idolizes France world cup star Kylian Mbappe rounded up saying.

Mohammed Mowiz Suleiman

A member of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) says it is true that there is confusion over the nationality of Gent of Belgium forward Gift Orban, who was invited to the camp of the senior national team of Nigeria for the 6-0 win over Sao Tome and Principe, OwnGoalNigeria.com reports.

22 year old Orban took Europe by storm last season scoring 20 goals in 22 games following his January transfer move from second division Norwegian side Stabæk to Gent. He was rewarded with a first time call up to the senior national team of Nigeria.

Orban didn’t make the match day squad for the game with head coach Jose Peseiro saying he pulled up injured in their penultimate training. It however appears there is more to it than what meets the eyes.

Speaking on the non invitation of the forward for the upcoming friendly games against Saudi Arabia and Mozambique respectively, the NFF technical committee member said Orban might not play for the Super Eagles anytime soon.

” We received a correspondence from the Togolese FA with documents showing that he is from Togo and even though we know he has Nigerian roots through his father, there are some other stuff around his invitation that requires clarification”, he told OwnGoalNigeria.com in an exclusive chat.

” I am not sure he will get to play for the Super Eagles anytime soon. That issue is way bigger and could have a huge consequence on his career if we don’t treat it with caution. For now we have not make any further attempt other than leave him out”, he concluded.

Osas Mahawi

Head coach of the senior national team of Nigeria Jose Peseiro has made three changes to the Super Eagles squad for the upcoming friendly games against Saudi Arabia and Mozambique respectively.

Peseiro’s side have been hit with players withdrawing from the game due to injury with the duo of Taiwo Awoniyi and Ola Aina the first two to officially drop out from the 25 man list for the game.

Their spots was taken by Tyronne Ebuehi and Sadiq Umar. Chidozie Awaziem is the latest to be added to the list coming in as a replacement for the injured Jamilu Collins, bringing to three the number of players added to the game.

Awaziem who has impressed at Boavista this season in the Portuguese top division is staging a comeback to the team after losing the faith of the new coach, no thanks to his horror showing against Mexico in one of the two first games of Peseiro.

Head coach of the senior national team of Nigeria Jose Peseiro says he is still open to having more players in the team ahead of the start of the Africa Cup of Nations in Cote d’Ivoire, OwnGoalNigeria.com reports.

Aside the Africa Cup of Nations, the team is also shaping up for the start of the World Cup qualifiers in November with two friendly games against Saudi Arabia and Mozambique respectively lined up in Portugal.

Peseiro isn’t depending on the players at his disposal saying there is always room for new players to come into the team and either compliment those in the team or challenge for their spot.

He said it was during one of his many scoutings that he discovered Victor Boniface, who he now sees as a potential partner for the team’s first choice top striker Victor Osimhen, in his favoured two man attack.

“He is a player that last season I already evaluated on video through the Scout platform. Then I traveled to Belgium to talk to him, learn about him, the objectives he has and explain the objectives we have, he said.

” I liked how he played and with the evaluation we have of him and what he told us about his willingness to play with us. He was doing very well in Belgium. My surprise is that he is doing very well in Germany because it is a Top-5 league. It’s sticking out and bursting it. Let’s hope he continues to play very well in Germany”, he concluded.

Osas Mahawi

Another goalkeeper from the Nigeria U20 team that went to the U20 World Cup in Argentina has been given the all clear to resume his professional career abroad, OwnGoalNigeria.com reports.

Two days ago, Saheed Akanbi Jimoh from the same team sealed a short term deal with Czech Republic side Opava SFC Opava. This time around it is the first choice goalkeeper of the team Chijioke Anigboso who is in the news.

Anigboso signed a four year deal with Ukrainian side FC Polissya but wasn’t able to team up with the newly promoted top division side due to work permit issues. He has been granted one and yesterday left Nigeria for Ukraine.

He is however faced with a battle to force his way into the team , who are currently proving to be the surprise team of the ten game old season with 19 points. Hence a spot at the top of the table although they have played one game more than second place Shakhtar Donetsk.

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The head coach of Belgium top division side Gent has voiced out his unhappiness over the invitation of Jordan Torunarigha to the Super Eagles team for the upcoming friendly games against Saudi Arabia and Mozambique respectively.

The former Germany youth international defender missed the club’s game in the Europa Conference League against Maccabi Tel-Aviv with a knock, although he is back in the team for Sunday’s league game against Genk.

Fresh from his first call up Torunarigha was included in the squad for the Super Eagles games on the 13th and 16th of October respectively in Portugal. He will be hoping to make his debut after sitting out the entire duration of the 6-0 win over Sao Tome and Principe in Uyo.

However his coach at Gent, Hein Vanhaezebrouck is unhappy that he was included despite the fact that he is just returning from a knock, and fears he could aggravate it while on duty with Nigeria.

“You can forget that. They don’t take that into account because they also have to achieve their goals. If our players are among the better ones in their team selection, they will play. During friendly matches or youth tournaments, you can sometimes agree, as with Wesley Sonck, not to let someone play three matches”, he said.

“It’s more difficult when it comes to qualifying matches. It becomes especially annoying if someone has been hurt for a while but is still called up and then has to play again,” says Vanhaezebrouck. “That player (Torunarigha) is not paid by the federation and if we lose him and have him rehabilitated, it would be a shame if they call him anyway. Fairplay does not participate at FIFA or UEFA level. They advertise that, but it is actually not in their values ​​and standards.”

Mohammed Mowiz Suleiman

Second division Czech Republic side SFC Opava have concluded the signing of Nigeria U20 shot stopper Saheed Akanbi Jimoh on a short term deal after impressing during trials, OwnGoalNigeria.com reports.

The 18 year old had trials at the club in September and a decision was made on his signing and following the successful completion of his registration process, he is now officially a player of the club.

Jimoh was a part of the Nigeria U17 team two years ago and made the step up to the U20 last year and was a part of the team that won the WAFU B championship, and also finished third at the U20 Africa Cup of Nations.

He left the camp of the team shortly before the U20 World Cup in Argentina, and has now taken his trade abroad with a deal till January before the club will evaluate his further stay. He will be with the B team where his performance will be evaluated for his promotion to the first team.

“Never, when I went to Africa, did I focus much on the goalkeeper. Three years ago, however, one caught my eye and since then I have been toying with the idea of ​​involving them in Central European football. In the case of Jimoh, whom I have scouted, we are working with his talent, spontaneity and potential for possible improvement. At the same time, we are building experience, because he has fantastic parameters, as an eighteen-year-old he is in the U20 national team. I believe that if he can be properly guided and taught, then he can be an interesting addition to the first or second league,” coach Miloslav Brožek said on the club official website.

“Jimoh is a talented goalkeeper with huge potential for the future. In addition to being a 196cm tall goalkeeper, he can be quick on the ground, covers a large area of ​​the goal and he is fearless, so his parameters and fearlessness allow him to be highly successful in one-on-one goalkeeping skills. In game situations, the footwork is calm and precise. He is a promise of the future and a huge amount of work awaits him,” goalkeeper’s coach Lukáš Godula further explained about the young goalkeeper.

Daniel Martins