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UK Govt Speaks On Postponement Of EPL Matches To Mourn Queen Elizabeth
The British Government said there is “no obligation to cancel or postpone events and sporting fixtures, or close entertainment venues” due to the death of Queen Elizabeth II.
UK Announces Stance On Queen Elizabeth’s Mourning
KanyiDaily had earlier reported that Queen Elizabeth, who was the longest-serving British monarch, died at the age of 96 on Thursday, September 9, 2021.
The United Kingdon is now set to enter a period of national mourning and there were speculations that the world of sports including the Premier League would postpone its matches scheduled for this weekend.
But in a statement on Friday, the UK government said there is no obligation for sporting bodies to cancel fixtures during the National Mourning period.
The statement reads, “There is no obligation to cancel or postpone events and sporting fixtures, or close entertainment venues during the National Mourning period.
“This is at the discretion of individual organisations. As a mark of respect, organisations might wish to consider cancelling or postponing events or closing venues on the day of the State Funeral.
“They are under no obligation to do and this is entirely at the discretion of the individual organisations.
“If sporting fixtures or events are planned for the day of the State Funeral, organisations may want to adjust the event timings so they do not clash with the timings of the funeral services and associated processions.
“As a mark of respect, and in keeping with the tone of National Mourning, organisers may wish to hold a period of silence and/or play the National Anthem at the start of events or sporting fixtures, and players may wish to wear black armbands.”
Meanwhile, Nollywood actress, Caroline Danjuma has mourned the death of Queen Elizabeth II of England, who she named after her daughter.
Nigeria’s Super Falcons defender, Ashleigh Plumptre has successfully undergone surgery in Saudi Arabia following her injury last month.
Ashleigh Plumptre sustained injury while playing for Saudi club, Al Ittihad, and this injury caused her to miss Nigeria’s 2024 Olympic Games qualifier against the Banyana Banyana of South Africa.
Taking to her X account on Sunday night, April 21, the former Leicester City player announced the news of her surgery and expressed gratitude to the club, national team, and fans for their unwavering support.
“Thank you to everyone at @ittiladiesclub and to Dr Pieter D’Hooge at @Aspetar for supporting me through my first surgery.
“It’s been a long time coming trying to get answers but I’m so grateful to now be at this stage,” she wrote.
Ashleigh Plumptre also extended her appreciation to her Super Falcons teammates and Nigerian fans for their patience and understanding during her absence.
She said, “To my @NGSuper_Falcons teammates and nigerian fans… thank you for your patience and understanding when I’ve not been able to be with you. I can honestly say I have fought as hard and for as long as I can with this pain. I can’t wait to be back healthy with you all.”
She further acknowledged her club, @ittiladiesclub, stating, “I’m so grateful to be surrounded by some really great humans at this club. Thank you, all of you, for helping me through and supporting me every step of the way.
With optimism, she concluded, “Back soon.”
To my @NGSuper_Falcons teammates and nigerian fans… thank you for your patience and understanding when I’ve not been able to be with you. I can honestly say I have fought as hard and for as long as I can with this pain. I can’t wait to be back healthy with you all 🇳🇬🫡 (2/3)
— Ashleigh Plumptre (@ashplumptre) April 21, 2024
KanyiDaily recalls that Ashleigh Plumptre was greeted warmly by her Al-Ittihad colleagues as she practised with them for the first time.
Nigeria’s Super Falcons have secured a spot in the football tournament at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games following their 1-0 victory over South Africa.
Rasheedat Ajibade secured the win for Nigeria by converting a penalty in the 43rd minute during the first leg of the qualifiers held in Abuja on Friday.
🏁 FULL TIME! in Abuja 📍
Nigeria 🇳🇬 1-0 South Africa 🇿🇦
Rasheedat Ajibade 43'
First leg ✅ Still to come, second leg in Pretoria on April 9!
Abuja, thanks for your support!
📱#SoarSuperFalcons| #NGARSA| #CAFWCQ| #Paris2024 pic.twitter.com/gsqytQuIfg
— NGSuper_Falcons (@NGSuper_Falcons) April 5, 2024
The match is the first leg of the doubleheader in the fourth and final round of the qualifying tournament for the Paris 2024 Olympics in France.
The second leg would be played in Pretoria, South Africa on April 9.
Nigeria’s national football team, the Super Eagles, secured a 2-1 victory against Ghana’s Black Stars in a friendly match held in Marrakech, Morocco, on Friday.
The match provided an opportunity for the two West African rivals to face off during the FIFA international break.
Early in the game, the Super Eagles dominated possession and Cyril Dessers capitalized on a scoring opportunity, calmly converting a penalty in the 38th minute to give Nigeria the lead.
Despite creating numerous chances, Nigeria, under the coaching of Finidi George, struggled to extend their lead, with Dessers and Kelechi Iheanacho failing to capitalize on scoring opportunities.
However, in the second half, Alex Iwobi set up Ademola Lookman, who confidently found the back of the net, doubling Nigeria’s lead with a powerful strike.
Although Jordan Ayew managed to score a goal for Ghana in the closing stages, it wasn’t enough to prevent Nigeria’s victory.
The Super Eagles are scheduled to play another friendly match against Mali in four days’ time.
KanyiDaily recalls that the Super Eagles of Nigeria recently dropped in last Month’s latest FIFA rankings, but were ahead of Ghana and Cameroon.
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