Year: 2024
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Nigeria National League
Godswill Akpabio United FC set for first big test in pre-season friendly against Rovers FC
Newly formed Godswill Akpabio United FC will face their first major challenge in a pre-season friendly match against Rovers FC.…
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Nigeria National League
Dakkada FC and Rovers FC play goalless draw in pre-season friendly
Dakkada FC and Rovers FC ended their pre-season friendly in a 0-0 draw at the Uyo Township Stadium on Thursday,…
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Nigerian Footballers Abroad
Ola Aina returns to Nottingham Forest training after Libya ordeal with Super Eagles
Super Eagles of Nigeria defender Ola Aina is back in training with Nottingham Forest after a challenging international duty in…
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African Football
CAF unveils final shortlist for 2024 player of the year award
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced the top three finalists for the 2024 CAF Player of the Year…
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Nigeria Professional Football League
Kano Pillars set to return to Sani Abacha Stadium
Kano Pillars will soon return to their original home ground, the Sani Abacha Stadium in Kano, after playing several home…
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Football
‘The pitch will do the talking’ – Paul Pogba reacts to Juventus exit reports
Paul Pogba has made it clear that he wants to remain at Juventus and will allow the pitch do the…
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Nigeria Professional Football League
‘We are not happy’ – Fidelis Ilechukwu reacts to Rangers home loss against Ahmed Musa inspired Kano Pillars
Super Eagles assistant coach Fidelis Ilechukwu has shared his disappointment after Rangers suffered a 4-3 defeat to Kano Pillars, led…
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Football
Beckham reveals Ferguson’s role in Messi’s move to Inter Miami
David Beckham has shared how Sir Alex Ferguson’s advice played a key role in helping Inter Miami sign Lionel Messi.…
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Nigerian Footballers Abroad
Osimhen focused on team success over personal glory at Galatasaray
Victor Osimhen has stated that his main focus at Galatasaray is the success of the team, not personal achievements. The…
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Football
The Most Unpredictable Teams in Mexican Football
Liga MX is the premier division of Mexican soccer. It’s had an incredible range of teams compete, with some of…
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International Football
Harry Kane welcomes Thomas Tuchel as new England manager
Harry Kane has expressed his excitement following the announcement that Thomas Tuchel will take over as the England national team…
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Real Madrid
‘Biggest fake in the history of sport’ – Real Madrid offer support to rape ‘accused’ Kylian Mbappe
Real Madrid have expressed firm support for Kylian Mbappe following reports from Sweden that the forward is under investigation for…
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Off the Pitch
Paul Pogba Insists he is “not a cheater” but takes responsibility for doping ban, credits Wife Zulay for support
Paul Pogba has spoken out about his doping ban, firmly declaring his innocence while taking responsibility for the oversight that…
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International Football
Champions Spain beat USA 3-1 in U-17 Women’s World Cup opener
The U.S. Under-17 Women’s National Team fought hard but lost 3-1 to Spain in their opening match of the 2024…
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Basketball
Former NBA Champion Aron Baynes retires from Basketball
Aron Baynes last played in the NBA during the 2020-21 season with the Toronto Raptors. That season, he averaged 6.1…
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Tennis
Serena Williams reveals she had surgery to remove Cyst from her neck
Tennis legend Serena Williams has shared that she recently had a benign cyst, described as “the size of a small…
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International Football
Thomas Tuchel explains why he accepted England Job
Former Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel has accepted the role of England national team coach, replacing Lee Carsley, who took over…
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Nigerian Footballers Abroad
Victor Osimhen and Super Eagles stars in Turkey safe after Earthquake hits Malatya Province
Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen and several other Nigerian footballers playing in Turkey are safe after surviving an earthquake that…
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Flamingoes
New Zealand 1-4 Nigeria: Flamingos make flying start to 2024 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup
Nigeria’s Flamingos got off to a flying start at the 2024 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup, defeating New Zealand 4-1…
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Flamingoes
Who scored the first goal of the 2024 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup
Nigeria’s Shakirat Moshood made history by scoring the first goal of the 2024 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup, finding the…
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Flamingoes
FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup: Flamingos name Starting XI for opener against New Zealand
The Flamingos of Nigeria have announced their starting XI for their opening match against New Zealand at the FIFA U-17…
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Nigeria Professional Football League
Niger Tornadoes hold title-chasing Enyimba FC to 1-1 draw in Aba
Enyimba FC saw their title ambitions tested as they were held to a 1-1 draw by a resilient Niger Tornadoes…
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Nigeria Professional Football League
Yahaya Ibrahim makes 4th NPFL start as Kwara United defeat Sunshine Stars 3-0
Yahaya Ibrahim, a product of Blessed Stars Academy, made his fourth consecutive start for Kwara United as the club extended…
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Nigeria Professional Football League
Ahmed Musa scores as Kano Pillars edge Rangers International 3-4
Super Eagles captain Ahmed Musa was on target as Kano Pillars defeated reigning Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) champions, Rangers…
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Nigeria Professional Football League
Daniel Amokachi still searching for first win as Lobi Stars head coach
Former Nigerian international Daniel Amokachi continues to wait for his first victory as Lobi Stars head coach after his team…
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NEWS
Daniel Daga leads Nigerian stars in Top 60 Young Footballers of 2024 list that includes Yamal
In a major recognition of Nigeria’s rising football talent, Daniel Daga and three other Nigerian prospects have been named among…
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Women's Football
What you should know about the 2024 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup
The 2024 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup is underway in the Dominican Republic, bringing together some of the world’s best…
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9ja Flavour
Confident Flamingos ready for FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup Opener against New Zealand
Flamingos head coach, Bankole Olowookere, has expressed confidence in his team’s readiness ahead of their first match at the 2024…
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Foreign stories
Andy Caroll takes swipe at Zlatan Ibrahimovic for saying he was bigger than Chelsea
Former England striker Andy Carroll has taken a swipe at AC Milan legend Zlatan Ibrahimovic following the Swede’s recent post…
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Basketball
2024 NBBF Women’s Basketball League Champions crowned
MFM Women Basketball Team has won the Zenith Bank/NBBF Women’s Basketball League title for the second year in a row.…
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