Taiye Taiwo
Sports Writer
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Favourite Team
Arsenal
Favourite Football Player
Ademola Lookman
Favourite Football Ground
Orange Velodrome, Marseille, France
I’m Taiye Taiwo, an experienced sports journalists in Nigeria with focus on Nigeria sports, African sports & athletes and creating SEO contents for betting sites and blogs. I boast of mentions in several international English online platforms and my works have also been translated into French and Turkish.
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Football
Exclusive: CJ Egan-Riley Reflects on Close Ties with Mason Greenwood and Angel Gomes Amid Marseille Game-Time Battle
Former Burnley defender CJ Egan-Riley looks to secure more playing time for Marseille in Ligue 1. Despite a slow start, he remains optimistic and is close to key players like Mason Greenwood and Angel Gomes. With a positive attitude, he aims to improve and contribute to the team's success in various competitions this season.
Taiye Taiwo
2025-10-28
Football
Exclusive: Terem Moffi Insists It Is Only a “Matter of Time” Before Nice Get Back to Their Best
OGC Nice's Terem Moffi hopes the international break will help the team amidst a disappointing start to the Ligue 1 season. The team is still a work in progress, struggling for results in both the league and Europa League. Moffi remains optimistic about Nigeria's World Cup qualifiers.
Taiye Taiwo
2025-10-09
Football
Exclusive: Senegal Chase Marseille’s Robinio Vaz as Ivory Coast Line Up Strasbourg Duo
Top African coaches scouted Marseille's win over Strasbourg for upcoming FIFA World Cup qualifiers and Africa Cup of Nations. Senegal coach eyes 18-year-old striker, Robinio Vaz, while Ivory Coast coach impressed by Ouattara and Doukoure. Both teams looking to strengthen squads for upcoming tournaments.
Taiye Taiwo
2025-09-29
Football
Exclusive: Jean-Victor Makengo Pledges Loyalty to Lorient After Summer Exit Rumours
FC Lorient had a tough start to the Ligue 1 season after previous success in Ligue 2. Midfielder Jean-Victor Makengo reassured fans of his commitment and versatility. Despite recent losses, the team remains positive and aims to improve in their upcoming match against Le Havre.
Taiye Taiwo
2025-09-16
Football
Exclusive: Yann Gboho Vows to Lead Toulouse’s Young Guns While Chasing More Goals
Ivorian forward Yann Gboho aims to mentor young talents at Toulouse while improving his performance in Ligue 1. After a successful season opener, Gboho is determined to guide the young team to success and score more goals this season under coach Martinez Novell.
Taiye Taiwo
2025-08-22
Football
Exclusive: OGC Nice Defender Kojo Peprah Oppong Set for Maiden Ghana Call-Up
Ghana coach Otto Addo is impressed by OGC Nice's Kojo Peprah Oppong's defensive performance. He watched Oppong and fellow Ghana star Samed in action. Addo met with Salisu and is in Monaco for a European tour, planning squad announcements for upcoming World Cup qualifiers.
Taiye Taiwo
2025-08-19
Football
Exclusive: Vinicius Jr Needs to Do Better for Brazil, says Ex-Man United Star Rafael
Former Manchester United defender Rafael da Silva has advised Real Madrid forward Vinicius Junior to stop complaining during games for Brazil. Vinicius needs to focus on his performance, as the national team is struggling in World Cup qualifiers. Rafael also praises new head coach Carlo Ancelotti as Brazil aims to end their trophy drought.
Taiye Taiwo
2025-05-29
Football
Exclusive: Jonathan Rowe Opens Up About His Future and Goals at Marseille
Norwich City loanee Jonathan Rowe reflects on his limited playing time with Olympique Marseille this season. Despite disappointments, he remains optimistic about his development and future in the French Ligue 1, looking forward to the final league match and potential Champions League campaign.
Taiye Taiwo
2025-05-12
Football
Exclusive: Clinton Morrison Advises Crystal Palace on How to Survive Without Michael Olise
Clinton Morrison believes Crystal Palace can survive relegation despite losing Michael Olise and Joachim Andersen, advising the team to boost their attacking efficiency.
Taiye Taiwo
2024-11-07
Cricket
Exclusive: Nigeria Set Ambitious Target for ICC U19 Women's World Cup
Nigeria's U19 Women's Cricket Team makes history by qualifying for the 2025 ICC Women's World Cup. Coach Sarah Bhakita targets a semi-final finish in Malaysia
Taiye Taiwo
2024-10-21
Taiye Taiwo
Bio: I’m Taiye Taiwo, an experienced sports journalists in Nigeria with focus on Nigeria sports, African sports & athletes and creating SEO contents for betting sites and blogs. I boast of mentions in several international English online platforms and my works have also been translated into French and Turkish.
I'm experienced in editorial management, content strategy and maximising best SEO practices.
My works can be seen on GOAL, Afrosport Network, ESPN, The Guardian, amongst others.
My dream is to cultivate a vibrant online community through impactful content, fostering conversations and inspiring action among readers.
When I’m not writing about sports, I’m either playing or watching sports in my leisure time.