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Ex Water FC Promising Striker Emeka Chinonso Set New Record with six minutes Hat-trick in Slovakia
Micheal Obasi
Former Flying Eagles striker Emeka Chinonso might have finally announced himself as the next Goal Machine in Europe after scoring three goals within six minutes for Slovakian top side Trencin in the Slovak Cup on Wednesday.
Chinonso came on as a second half substitute for Eynel Soares in the 60th with his team just one goal up against Trebisov.
But after settling into the game for about 20 minutes , Chinonso began the goal rush in the 83rd minute before his second and third goals in the 86th and 89th minutes to seal his side’s place in the Quarter final of the Slovakian FA Cup.
The 21yr Old Former Water FC of Abuja towering forward has long been compared to Erling Haaland because of their physical similarities and playing styles but he has suffered injury setback since his arrival in Europe two years ago.
Speaking after his first Hattrick for the Slovakian side , Chinonso said ” I just wants to Thank God that I am fully back playing again after the injury setback that slowed me down since I came to Europe”.
” I dedicate the three goals I scored to God and I want to appreciate the coach and my teammates for their support”.
” The focus for me now is to stay fit for my club and I know all the people expecting alot from me will not be disappointed”, he added.
Emeka Chinonso who was part of the Nigeria Squad to the 2019 FIFA U20 World cup in Poland was also in action last weekend as Trencin thrashed Skalica 3-1 in the Slovakian Fortuna Liga.
Chinonso alongside his Nigeria counterpart Adewale Oladoye joined the Slovakian side at the beginning of the current season from Gent in Belgium.
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Vipers VC celebrate captain Esther Mbah on birthday
Cyril Ogar
Vipers Volleyball Club have felicitated with their captain, Esther Mbah on the occasion of her birthday.
In a statement signed by the Vipers VC Team Manager, Suraj Abiodun Jabar; the club described Mbah as a leader who has consistently demonstrated excellence both on and off the court.
The statement also praised the Nigerian international for her valuable contributions to the club.
The statement mentioned her role in guiding Vipers to a second-place finish at the 2026 CAVB Zone 3 Club Championship in Ghana.
It read: “The management of Vipers Volleyball Club wants to celebrate Esther Mbah on the occasion of her birthday.
“She has been an asset to Vipers since joining the club, demonstrating outstanding commitment, dedication and leadership.
“Her contributions to the growth and success of the team have been invaluable.
“We appreciate her efforts, professionalism and the positive influence she continues to have on her teammates. We wish her more successful years ahead, good health and greater achievements.”
The club concluded its birthday message by wishing the experienced player continued success as she leads the team towards achieving more honours.
Beyond her achievements at club level, Mbah won a bronze medal for Nigeria at the 2024 African Games in Ghana, further establishing herself as one of the country’s accomplished volleyball players.
She has also secured qualification for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games, adding another milestone to her growing career.
In their separate messages, board members of Nigeria Volleyball Federation, James Datuhun and Chinedu Onikeku (OLY) as well as Coordinator of Vipers VC, Samuel Onikeku wished the Nigeria international a glamorous birthday.
They hailed Esther Mbah for exhibiting a high level of leadership trait since joining the team.
The stakeholders prayed for good health and ultimately success as she prepares for the Beach Volleyball event at the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics.
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