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Ex-Mavlon Attacker Included in Squad for Europa League Tie

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2 months ago

August 12, 2026

Former Mavlon FC winger, Shedrack Kaye, has been named in Debreceni VSC’s matchday squad for Wednesday’s UEFA Europa Confluence League clash against FC Copenhagen.

The 21-year-old Nigerian winger, known for his pace and attacking ability, joined the Hungarian club from Lagos-based Mavlon FC two years ago and has continued to make progress in his career in the Hungarian top flight.

Kaye was introduced as a substitute in the first-leg encounter in Denmark, where Debreceni suffered a 3-0 defeat to FC Copenhagen.

With the Hungarian side needing to overturn the three-goal deficit at home, Kaye is hopeful that Debreceni can produce a strong performance and secure a comeback in the third round of the continental competition.

“We lost the first leg 3-0, but all is not lost. I remain optimistic that Debreceni will approach the game with the seriousness it deserves to cancel the deficit,” Kaye said.

The former Mavlon attacker will be hoping to play a role as Debreceni seek to overturn the first-leg setback and keep their European campaign alive.
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YellowGreens Thrash The Gambia by 160 Runs in Dominant Display

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1 day ago

October 21, 2026

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

Selim Salau’s century and a breathtaking late assault from Isaac Okpe powered Nigeria to a dominant opening victory at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Africa Sub-Regional Qualifier C in Abuja.

Nigeria’s senior men’s national cricket team, the YellowGreens, made a resounding start to their ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Africa Sub-Regional Qualifier C campaign, defeating The Gambia by 160 runs at the NCF Oval 2 in Abuja on Tuesday, 20 October 2026.

After winning the toss and electing to bat, Nigeria produced a formidable total of 262 for one in their allotted 20 overs, setting The Gambia a daunting target of 263 runs.

The innings was anchored by an outstanding century from Selim Salau, who remained unbeaten on 105 off 58 deliveries, striking 12 fours and three sixes. Isaac Danladi provided excellent support with an impressive 86 off 48 balls, including seven fours and four sixes, as the pair laid the foundation for Nigeria’s commanding total.

Isaac Okpe then delivered a sensational finishing assault, smashing an unbeaten 56 off just 16 deliveries, with three fours and six sixes. His remarkable strike rate of 350.00 propelled Nigeria beyond the 260-run mark and put the hosts firmly in control.

The Gambia faced an uphill battle in their chase and were eventually bowled out for 102 in 17.2 overs, handing Nigeria a comprehensive 160-run victory.

The result marked an emphatic opening statement from the YellowGreens as they began their campaign on home soil with an impressive all-round performance.

The victory also provides Nigeria with valuable momentum in a six-team competition featuring hosts Nigeria, The Gambia, Uganda, Zambia, Lesotho and Mozambique. With the teams competing in a round-robin format, the top two sides will progress to the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Africa Regional Final in 2027.

Nigeria will look to build on this commanding start as the YellowGreens continue their pursuit of one of the two available qualification places, with their next fixture against Zambia scheduled for Wednesday, 21 October, at the NCF Oval 1 in Abuja.

Final Score

Nigeria: 262/1 (20 overs)

The Gambia: 102 all out (17.2 overs)

Result: Nigeria won by 160 runs.

Key Performers

Selim Salau — 105 not out off 58 balls

Isaac Danladi — 86 off 48 balls

Isaac Okpe — 56 not out off 16 balls
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