Rédaction Africa Links 24 with James Agberebi
Published on 2024-03-10 21:40:13
Nathan Tella scored for Bayer Leverkusen in their recent 2-0 victory over Wolfsburg in the German Bundesliga, extending their lead at the top of the league table to 10 points ahead of Bayern Munich. The win also maintained Leverkusen’s unbeaten record in all competitions this season.
Cameroonian boxer Francis Ngannou has praised Anthony Joshua’s knockout punch during their recent fight. Joshua secured a second-round knockout victory over Ngannou at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, with a powerful right hand that sent the Cameroonian to the canvas. Joshua dominated the fight from the start, asserting his dominance early on.
Following his impressive victory, Anthony Joshua expressed his desire for Ngannou to continue boxing, despite the defeat. Ngannou, who was participating in only his second professional boxing match, was knocked down three times by Joshua, with the final knockout proving to be too much for the MMA star.
It has been 51 years since Nigeria’s male football team last won the gold medal at the African Games, with their last victory dating back to 1973 when the Games were held in Lagos. Despite hosting the COJA 2003 Games in Abuja, Nigeria has been unable to replicate their success from nearly half a century ago.
In another recent event, Anthony Joshua, a two-time world champion, defeated Francis Ngannou in a heavyweight clash, knocking out the MMA star in just the second round of the fight. The brutal exhibition of punching power demonstrated Joshua’s dominance and skill in the ring, as he sent Ngannou to the canvas multiple times throughout the match.
Overall, these recent sporting events have showcased exceptional talent and determination in both boxing and football. From Leverkusen’s unbeaten streak to Joshua’s impressive knockout win, it is clear that these athletes are at the top of their game and continue to push the boundaries in their respective sports.
