Jamus FC demolished struggling Al-Shuola FC 6-0 to set up a do-or-die clash with Simba FC in semifinal of South Sudan Cup in Juba on Friday.
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Cabinet approves $1.2 million for EAC Games
The Council of Ministers on Friday approved about 1.2 million U.S. dollars as a budget for South Sudan representatives to the upcoming East African Community games. Continue reading Cabinet approves $1.2 million for EAC Games
Frenchman set to become South Sudan football coach lands in Juba
Nicolas DUPUIS, the favorite candidate to be appointed as Head Coach for the South Sudan men’s football team arrived in Juba on Tuesday as he is expected to sign contract with national football governing body – SSFA. Continue reading Frenchman set to become South Sudan football coach lands in Juba
Son, Maddison star as Spurs go top of Premier League
Tottenham surged to the top of the Premier League as Son Heung-min and sealed a 2-0 win against Fulham on Monday.
Ange Postecoglou’s side extended their unbeaten start to nine league games thanks to Son’s opener and Maddison’s first goal at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium since his close-season move from Leicester.
Tottenham leapfrogged Manchester City, Arsenal and Liverpool to go two points clear at the top of the table.
But they avenged that loss by recording a third successive league victory to strengthen their unexpected title challenge.
Saluting Son and Maddison, Postecoglou said: “They are both quality players. They are both leaders at the club.
“They work hard for the team and it is a credit to them.”
The north Londoners’ superb start to Postecoglou’s debut season have awoken dreams of the club’s first top-flight title since Bill Nicholson’s 1961 double winners.
While that ambitious target may yet prove beyond Tottenham, who haven’t won a major trophy since 2008, the Australian has undoubtedly had a huge impact on a club that was in turmoil when he arrived from Celtic.
A toxic combination of Tottenham’s poor results and dour displays under Antonio Conte last term, combined with Harry Kane’s close-season move to Bayern Munich, left many expecting another year of turmoil.
Yet Postecoglou has astutely guided Tottenham to calmer waters, winning over doubters with his down-to-earth personality and attacking game-plan.
“It was a good result against a tough opponent. We maintained our patience and our pressing was really strong,” Postecoglou said.
“Both our goals came from our press to be honest. Our work off the ball was excellent. It has been first rate all year and that is what got us the result.”
Monday’s victory gave Postecoglou the record for most points gained by a new manager in their first nine Premier League matches, with his 23 surpassing the mark previously held by Mike Walker and Guus Hiddink.
Postecoglou’s next challenge is ensuring his players are ready for a quick turnaround, with their London derby at Crystal Palace scheduled for Friday.
– Dynamic duo –
In keeping with their vibrant form under Postecoglou, Tottenham made an enterprising start and Son was denied an early goal by Bernd Leno’s smart save from his close-range shot.
Heading into this weekend, no player had provided more assists in the competition this term than Maddison’s five.
The playmaker nearly added to that tally when his free-kick was volleyed over by Micky van de Ven.
Fulham almost snatched a shock lead through Joao Palhinha, whose header was brilliantly clawed to safety by Guglielmo Vicario.
Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg tested Leno with a fierce strike before side-footed just wide from the edge of the area.
Tottenham’s pressure was rewarded in the 36th minute as Calvin Bassey carelessly surrendered possession and Richarlison flicked a pass to Son on the edge of the area.
Son’s deft touch took him away from two flat-footed Fulham defenders, giving him time to curl a fine finish into the far corner for his seventh goal this season.
‘s goal-bound strike was deflected wide for a corner as Tottenham pushed for a second.
They had to wait just nine minutes after half-time before delivering the knockout blow, with a hearty assist from Fulham’s lacklustre defence.
Kane’s departure was expected to destabilise Tottenham, but Son and Maddison have formed a dynamic duo almost as effective as the South Korean’s prolific partnership with the England captain.
Hojbjerg intercepted a miscued Bassey clearance and picked out Son, who laid a composed pass into Maddison to apply the finishing touch with a low strike from 10 yards.
Kator thrash Juba-Nabari 7-1 to reach round 16
Kator FC on Saturday hammered Juba-Nabari opponents 7-1 to qualify for round 16 stage of the South Sudan Cup in Juba.
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Man City seek to stop rot as Chelsea host Arsenal
Manchester City are aiming to avoid a third straight Premier League defeat for the first time in seven years when they host Brighton on Saturday, while Arsenal will provide a stiff test for resurgent Chelsea. Continue reading Man City seek to stop rot as Chelsea host Arsenal
El-Meriekh Bentiu beat Al-Salaam 1-0 to win South Sudan Cup
El Merreikh FC Bentiu were crowned the champions of South Sudan Cup in Bentiu on Saturday after beating Al-Salaam FC in a tournament attended by thousands of supporters. Continue reading El-Meriekh Bentiu beat Al-Salaam 1-0 to win South Sudan Cup
Upper Nile suspends football bodies over power wrangle
The Upper Nile State government has suspended football bodies in Malakal City in fear of insecurity amid a leadership dispute between the rival sports groups. Continue reading Upper Nile suspends football bodies over power wrangle
Elmeriekh FC Juba exit CAF cup after 3-0 loss to Academia Lobito
El-Merriekh FC Juba have bowed out of the CAF Confederation Cup after being beaten 3-0 by Angola’s Academia Lobito on Sunday night. Continue reading Elmeriekh FC Juba exit CAF cup after 3-0 loss to Academia Lobito
South Sudan FA on the hunt for football coach as Cusin exits
South Sudan Football Association has decided to part ways its Italian national team head coach Stefano Cusin after his two-year contract ended, and the football body appeals to national coaches to apply for the top job. Continue reading South Sudan FA on the hunt for football coach as Cusin exits