Rivers coach stands by Daga after Norway prison sentence
Rivers United coach Yemi Olanrewaju has voiced strong support for midfielder Daniel Daga following his sentencing in Norway. Daga, who plays for Molde FK, was given a six-month jail term by a Norwegian court over a sexual assault charge. His lawyer, Astrid Bolstad, confirmed the verdict will be appealed and is not yet legally binding. The coach insists he will not abandon Daga during this challenging time.
Match highlights
- Daniel Daga was sentenced to six months in prison by the Nordmøre and Romsdal District Court on March 10 after being found guilty of a sexual act without consent.
- Daga was also ordered to pay 10,000 Norwegian kroner in legal costs, but his lawyer says the verdict will be appealed.
- Molde FK has suspended Daga from all training and match activities until further notice.
- Yemi Olanrewaju publicly supported Daga, stating he would not abandon him and encouraged him to stay strong.
- Daga joined Molde ahead of the 2025 season and previously played for Enyimba, FC One Rocket, and Dakkada FC.
