Gbemidepo Popoola

Gbemidepo Popoola

Sports Writer

30 Articles

Favourite Sports Movie

Uncle Dre

Favourite Sporting Memory

Tobiloba Amusan's World Record Sprint.

Favourite Football Stadium

Santiago Bernabeu, Spain

Favourite Football Player

Cristiano Ronaldo, Sikiru Alimi

Favourite Football Team

Manchester United

Gbemidepo Popoola, is a freelance Sport Journalist with multiple years of experience in Writing, Reportage and Broadcasting. Gbemidepo's major concentration is telling the local Nigerian Sporting stories, in its own Unique way. This is because he believes, "no one, can tell our story better than ourselves".

Favourite Quote

"Cynism is the black guard eye defect that allows us see the World as it is, instead of as it should be."

Latest Articles by Gbemidepo Popoola

Exclusive: Opeyemi Ajakaiye Speaks on Leaving Spain and Starting Fresh in the USA

Football

Exclusive: Opeyemi Ajakaiye Speaks on Leaving Spain and Starting Fresh in the USA

Super Falcons starlet Opeyemi Ajakaiye opens up about her challenges at Madrid CFF, her move to the USA, and her plans to reignite her football career at Carolina Ascent FC.

Gbemidepo Popoola

2024-11-18

The Rwanda football team sing the national anthem

Football

Exclusive: Austin Eguavoen Sets Sights on AFCON 2025: ‘Every Game is Played to Win

Super Eagles coach Augustine Eguavoen shares his approach to AFCON 2025 qualifiers, emphasizing readiness, player form, and unity in an exclusive interview. Nigeria eyes victory against Benin Republic and Rwanda

Gbemidepo Popoola

2024-11-14

Exclusive: Victor Collins Carries NPFL’s Hopes into the Super Eagles’ AFCON Campaign

Football

Exclusive: Victor Collins Carries NPFL’s Hopes into the Super Eagles’ AFCON Campaign

Victor Collins, Nasarawa United’s 24-year-old center-back, becomes the only NPFL player selected for Nigeria's AFCON qualifiers. As he joins the Super Eagles, Collins reflects on his journey and ambition to open doors for more NPFL talents

Gbemidepo Popoola

2024-11-11

Victor Osimhen of SSC Napoli looks wearing a celebrative mask

Football

"The Glory Continues" – Olamide Adugbe Seek to Thread on Victor Osimhen's Path With Napoli

Rising Nigerian star Olamide Adugbe reflects on her journey to Napoli, her inspiration from Victor Osimhen, and her dreams of representing Nigeria’s Super Falcons on the global stage.

Gbemidepo Popoola

2024-11-08

Lina Yang of SS Lazio competes for the ball with Olamide Adugbe of Napoli

Football

“Heartwarming and High-Intensity” - Olamide Adugbe on Dream Journey to Italy

Nigerian U20 star Olamide Adugbe opens up about her transition to Italy’s Serie A Women, the tactical rigor of Italian football, and her personal goals with Napoli Femminile.

Gbemidepo Popoola

2024-11-06

 MTV Presenter Daniel Amokachi attends a Press Conference at the EKO Hotel Sky Terrace

Football

Exclusive: Daniel Amokachi Reveals Vision for Lobi Stars and Nigerian Football

Daniel Amokachi shares his tactical plans for Lobi Stars and insights on Nigerian football’s progress, championing the return of ex-internationals to the NPFL.

Gbemidepo Popoola

2024-11-05

Gbemidepo Popoola

He majors on Exclusives on the Nigerian League, and its growth. A consistent face in virtually all the stadiums in his home country, for coverage of sporting activities, and Reportage. Some of his works can be found on Premium Times, and a host of others.