Month: October 2024
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African Football
Stanley Nwabali makes CAF goalkeeper of the year award shortlist
Nigerian goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali is in the running for the CAF Goalkeeper of the Year award and will face tough…
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Man Utd
‘Manchester United are not good anymore’ – Emmanuel Emenike taunts Red Devils
Former Super Eagles striker Emmanuel Emenike has fired shots at Manchester United ahead of their Europa League match against his…
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International Football
Who are the African players on the 2024 IFFHS men’s World best player award shortlist
Ademola Lookman and Victor Osimhen continue to earn global recognition for their stellar performances, as both Nigerian stars have been…
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Nigerian Footballers Abroad
Nwankwo Kanu’s protege Izuogu Chibueze makes impressive start to life in Europe
Izuogu Chibueze, a 19-year-old talent from Enyimba and protégé of Nigerian football legend Nwankwo Kanu, has made an impressive start…
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Flamingoes
Nigeria vs USA: 2024 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup quater-final match preview
Nigeria U-17 women’s national football team, the Flamingos, will face the USA in a thrilling quarterfinal encounter at the 2024…
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Super Eagles
Super Eagles Improve FIFA ranking under Augustine Eguavoen
The Super Eagles of Nigeria have moved up in the latest FIFA World Rankings, climbing three places from 39th to…
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African Football
Africa’s First Female AFCON Referee, Salima Mukansanga, Announces Retirement
Salima Mukansanga, the first female referee to officiate at an African Cup of Nations (AFCON) match, has announced her retirement…
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Super Falcons
NFF Confirms New Venue for Super Falcons vs Algeria Friendly
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has announced a venue change for the first leg of the international friendly between the…
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Off the Pitch
Ahmed Musa gets government appointment
Super Eagles captain and Kano Pillars star, Ahmed Musa, has been appointed as the Sports Ambassador of Kano State by…
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Nigerian Footballers Abroad
Super Eagles star turns down chance to remain at Turkish club, as Premier League opportunity beacons
Super Eagles defender Bright Osayi-Samuel could leave Fenerbahce after rejecting the club’s latest contract offer, reports suggest. The 26-year-old joined…
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Nigeria Sports News
Former LMC boss Shehu Dikko appointed Chairman of National Sports Commission
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Shehu Dikko as the Chairman of the newly reconstituted National Sports Commission (NSC). This…
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Basketball
Anthony Davis not history-making Lebron James and son, the real hero for Lakers vs Wolves
The Los Angeles Lakers’ 110-103 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Tuesday night was highlighted by a historic moment as…
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Basketball
LeBron James and Son Bronny make NBA history in Lakers opener
LeBron James and his son Bronny James made history as the first father-son duo to share the court in an…
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Nigeria Sports News
Ministry of Sports scrapped in Nigeria
The Federal Executive Council (FEC), led by President Bola Tinubu, has announced that the Ministry of Sports Development will no…
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Nigerian Footballers Abroad
Who is Francis Onyeka? The Nigerian-eligible star replacing Victor Boniface in Leverkusen’s squad for the Brest clash
Bayer Leverkusen’s 17-year-old striker Francis Onyeka has been called up to the first team for their Champions League match against…
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Nigerian Footballers Abroad
Why Victor Boniface is unavailable for Brest challenge today
Super Eagles striker Victor Boniface will miss Bayer Leverkusen’s Champions League match against Brest following injuries he sustained in a…
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Flying Eagles
Flying Eagles of Nigeria set to face Ivory Coast after Burkina Faso defeat
Nigeria’s Flying Eagles are determined to secure their first win of the 2024 WAFU Zone B U-20 Championship when they…
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Women's Football
How many fans watched the Dominican Republic vs Nigeria match to set a new attendance record ?
A new attendance record for a Dominican national football match was set in Santo Domingo as 13,535 fans gathered to…
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Flamingoes
History made in the Dominican Republic as perfect Nigeria Flamingos soar above record home crowd
History was made as the Dominican Republic vs Nigeria FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup game drew the largest ever crowd…
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Sports Care With the Caretaker
Fans voice frustration as Akwa United struggles in NPFL: What is the problem?
Akwa United’s poor start to the 2024/2025 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season has raised concerns among fans. The club,…
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Nigeria Professional Football League
What did Finidi George say after Rivers United beat Niger Tornadoes on the road?
Rivers United Technical Manager, Finidi George, has praised his players after their hard-fought 1-0 away victory against Niger Tornadoes. The…
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9ja Flavour
Kano Pillars team Involved in road accident
The Kano Pillars U19 youth team was involved in a road accident while travelling to the New Jos Stadium for…
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Champions League
UEFA Champions League: Tuesday, October 22 – Matchday summary
An exciting night of UEFA Champions League action on Tuesday, October 22, saw goals fly in across Europe, with Real…
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Nigerian Footballers Abroad
Sevilla confirms Chidera Ejuke’s three-month Injury layoff
Super Eagles winger Chidera Ejuke will be sidelined for up to three months after suffering a hamstring injury during Sevilla’s…
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Nigerian Footballers Abroad
Chukwueze shines, Onyedika sees red as AC Milan beat Club Brugge 3-1 in Champions League clash
Super Eagles stars Samuel Chukwueze and Raphael Onyedika were on opposing sides as AC Milan defeated Club Brugge 3-1 in…
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Super Falcons
Super Falcons cancel training due to heavy rain in Lagos
The Super Falcons of Nigeria were unable to hold their first training session on Tuesday due to heavy rain in…
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Nigeria Professional Football League
Akwa United’s Coach Umar Abdullahi Worried Over Poor Finishing
Akwa United assistant coach Umar Abdullahi has expressed concern about his team’s struggles to convert chances, following a goalless draw…
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9ja Flavour
Andy Okpe Reveals Why He Stopped Playing for Rivers United
Nigerian forward Andy Okpe has shared the reasons behind his decision to stop playing for Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL)…
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Nigerians in NBA
Precious Achiuwa Out with Hamstring Injury, Adding to Knicks’ Woes
The New York Knicks have been hit with another injury setback as Nigerian basketball star Precious Achiuwa is sidelined with…
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Arsenal
Arsenal Celebrates Arsène Wenger on His 75th Birthday
Arsenal Football Club honoured their legendary former manager, Arsène Wenger, as he celebrated his 75th birthday on Tuesday, October 22,…
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