Month: June 2024
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Other Sports
Nasarawa United coach Usman Adams celebrates win over Sokoto United
Nasarawa United head coach Usman Adams expressed his delight after his team secured a 2-1 victory over Sokoto United in…
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World Cup qualifiers
Gernot Rohr criticizes Super Eagles’ mentality after historic Benin Republic win
After a surprising 2-1 victory over Nigeria during a 2026 World Cup qualifier on Monday, Benin Republic’s head coach, Gernot…
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Olympics Games
Paris Olympics: Nigerian weightlifters begin Intense training camp
As the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris approach, Nigerian weightlifters Lawal Rafiatu Folashade and Eze Joy Ọgbonne have commenced an…
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Super Eagles
Finidi George: There is no special formula for winning games
Embattled Super Eagles of Nigeria head coach Finidi George says that there is no special formula for winning football matches.…
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World Cup qualifiers
Benin Republic star reveals how they planned Nigeria defeat
The Cheetahs of Benin Republic forward, Jordel Dossou has opened up on how they were able to beat Nigeria’s Super…
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Other Sports
Nigerian fans outraged over Super Eagles Coach Finidi George’s substitution
The Super Eagles of Nigeria faced a surprising defeat to Benin Republic in their fourth World Cup qualifier, leading to…
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Super Eagles
Super Eagles struggle in World Cup qualifiers: Sports Minister demands answers
The Super Eagles of Nigeria are facing significant challenges in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, managing only a draw against…
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Nigeria Professional Football League
NPFL hammer falls on Enyimba and Rangers following Oriental derby chaos
There was late drama at the 20,000-capacity Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium on Sunday when Rangers were awarded a penalty in the…
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Nigeria Football
NFF remembers late Super Eagles coach Shuaibu Amodu 8 years after his death
Eight years after the passing of Shuaibu Amodu, the former coach of Nigeria’s Super Eagles, the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF)…
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Super Eagles
Eagles slip up in World Cup qualifying race with defeat to Cheetahs
Nigeria’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying hopes hang in the balance after a 1-2 loss to Benin Republic at the…
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Super Eagles
2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier: NFF expresses anger over wrong anthem by Benin Republic
The Nigeria Football Federation has expressed anger at the mix-up by the Beninoise Football Federation in playing the old Nigeria…
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Super Eagles
Benin Republic Vs Nigeria: Super Eagles starting XI
Nigeria Super Eagles head coach Finidi George has named his starting XI for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against…
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Off the Pitch
Doma United players and officials Involved in road accident
Players and officials of Doma United were involved in a road accident along the Makurdi-Lafia road while traveling back to…
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Transfer
Dele-Bashiru closes in on Lazio move
Rome-based Serie A club Lazio have reportedly reached an agreement in principle with Turkish side Hatayspor for the transfer of…
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World Cup qualifiers
‘ Great team ‘ – Genot Rohr hails Super Eagles ahead of Benin Republic clash
Former Super Eagles coach Gernot Rohr is set to face his former team in a high-stakes match in Abidjan for…
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Basketball
Boston Celtics hold 2-0 lead over Dallas Mavericks in 2024 NBA Finals
Boston Celtics defeated the Dallas Mavericks 105-98 on Sunday night, taking a commanding 2-0 lead in the 2024 NBA Finals.…
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Tennis
ATP rankings update: Jannik Sinner topples Djokovic to become world no. 1
The latest ATP rankings, released on Monday, June 10th, have brought significant changes at the top of men’s tennis. Jannik…
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Super Eagles
Nigeria 1-1 South Africa: Bafana Bafana hold Super Eagles in Uyo
Nigeria and South Africa played a 1-1 draw in their crucial World Cup qualifier at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium…
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Boxing
Eddie Hearn confirms Anthony Joshua’s next fight: Dubois first, then Fury or Usyk
Eddie Hearn, the boxing promoter for Anthony Joshua, has confirmed that the British heavyweight is set to face either Tyson…
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World Cup qualifiers
Benin Republic grab first win, shock Rwanda in World Cup Qualifier
Benin secured a surprising 1-0 victory against Rwanda in their CAF 2026 World Cup qualifying match at the Stade Felix…
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World Cup qualifiers
Lesotho dares Super Eagles, tops Group after 2-0 win against Zimbabwe
149th-ranked Lesotho achieved a remarkable 2-0 victory over the Brave Warriors of Zimbabwe, placing them at the top of Group…
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Euro 2024
Shockwaves in England camp as Southgate drops Grealish for Euro 2024
The exclusion of Jack Grealish from England’s Euro 2024 squad has sent ripples through the national team, sparking a mix…
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Football
Messi lists what will make him play another World Cup
Argentina captain Lionel Messi has hinted at the possibility of competing in the 2026 World Cup, despite being 39 years…
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Chelsea
Chelsea confirm signing of Tosin Adarabioyo as first major transfer
Chelsea have officially confirmed the signing of Tosin Adarabioyo, a player eligible for the Super Eagles, marking their first major…
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Super Eagles
Super Eagles predicted lineup against South Africa
As Nigeria aims to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, they face a crucial match against South Africa’s Bafana…
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World Cup qualifiers
South Africa arrive Uyo for Super Eagles clash
The Bafana Bafana of South Africa have arrived in Uyo for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification match against the…
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9ja Flavour
Daniel Amokachi absent as Nigeria prepare for South Africa game
Finidi George, appointed head coach of Nigeria’s Super Eagles in May 2024, is facing setback as his first assistant, Daniel…
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Other Sports
Kano Pillars edge out Sunshine Stars in thrilling President Federation Cup quarter-final
Kano Pillars have secured their place in the semi-finals of this year’s President Federation Cup, following a dramatic penalty shootout…
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9ja Flavour
Super Falcons’ Rasheedat Ajibade embraces the reinstated National Anthem
Super Falcons star Rasheedat Ajibade has risen to the occasion by learning the reintroduced Nigerian national anthem, “Nigeria, We Hail…
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AFCON
CAF refutes rumours of 2025 AFCON postponement amid scheduling concerns
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially denied reports that the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco…
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