Year: 2024
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Off the Pitch
Cristiano Ronaldo pays tribute to Pepe following retirement announcement
Cristiano Ronaldo has shared a heartfelt message for his former teammate Pepe, who has announced his retirement from professional football…
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Super Falcons
Super Falcons Coach Randy Waldrum seeks to continue despite Olympics setback
Randy Waldrum, coach of Nigeria’s Super Falcons, has expressed his desire to remain in his role despite the team’s disappointing…
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9ja Flavour
Sport Writers Association recommend D’Tigress for National honours
Despite a 74-88 loss to the United States in the quarter-finals, the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria have recommended D’Tigress…
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Olympics Games
Team Nigeria finishes 6th in Women’s 4x100m Relay Heat at Paris Olympics
Nigeria’s women’s 4x100m relay team, comprising Justina Eyakpobeyan, Favour Ofili, Rosemary Chukwuma, and Tima Godbless, finished 6th in Heat 2…
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Olympics Games
Heartbreak for Odunayo Adekuoroye as she falls short in Women’s Freestyle Wrestling at Paris 2024
Odunayo Adekuoroye, Nigeria’s medal hopeful in women’s freestyle wrestling at the Paris 2024 Olympics, faced a tough defeat in the…
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Basketball
‘The future is bright’ – D’Tigress head coach Rena Wakama speaks after Paris Olympic games exit
Despite their 88-74 loss to Team USA in the quarterfinals, Nigeria’s D’Tigress left the Paris 2024 Olympics with pride and…
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Nigerian Footballers Abroad
Samuel Chukwueze urges Victor Osimhen to join him at AC Milan
Super Eagles forward Samuel Chukwueze has been vocal about his desire for fellow Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen to join him…
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Super Falcons
Onome Ebi opens up about Olympic snub and respect for Super Falcons
Super Falcons of Nigeria defender Onome Ebi has addressed her exclusion from the team for the Paris 2024 Olympics. The…
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Olympics Games
Nigeria’s Loss, World’s Gain: The Exodus of Athletic Talent
Nigeria, as a nation, is renowned for having good athletics, but at the moment is dealing with the increasing trend…
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Other Sports
D’Tigress make Nigeria proud at Paris 2024 despite loss to USA
In a thrilling encounter at the Paris 2024 Olympics, Nigeria’s D’Tigress delivered a commendable performance despite falling to Team USA…
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Olympics Games
Nigeria’s Rafiatu Lawal poised for Olympic challenge in Paris
Nigeria’s weightlifting star Rafiatu Lawal is set to make her mark at the Paris 2024 Olympics, promising to deliver her…
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Transfer
Fabrizio Romano announces Chelsea deal for Spanish-Nigerian Striker Samu Omorodion
Italian transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has confirmed that Chelsea have successfully secured the signing of Spanish-born Nigerian striker Samu Omorodion…
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Off the Pitch
Lionel Messi’s country react to vandalization of his property in Spain
Argentina’s President, Javier Milei, has condemned the vandalism of Lionel Messi’s vacation home in Ibiza, calling for stronger protective measures…
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Nigerian Footballers Abroad
Nathan Tella returns to Emirates with Bayer Leverkusen seven years after Arsenal release
Nigeria Super Eagles winger Nathan Tella and his Bayer Leverkusen teammates will visit the Emirates Stadium today, seven years after…
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Transfer
Chido Obi-Martin passes medical as Manchester United move nears official announcement
Former Arsenal youngster Chido Obi-Martin has successfully passed his medical at Manchester United, bringing him closer to joining the club.…
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Olympics Games
Tobi Amusan confident of medal win in Women’s 100m Hurdles at Paris 2024
Nigerian hurdler Tobi Amusan is optimistic about clinching a medal in the women’s 100m hurdles at the Paris 2024 Olympics.…
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Off the Pitch
Nigerian Olympian Edose Ibadin goes viral for resembling former Arsenal star Alexandre Lacazette
A Nigerian athlete competing at the Paris 2024 Olympics has become a social media sensation due to his striking resemblance…
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Olympics Games
Paris Olympics: Tobi Amusan advances to 100-meter hurdles semi-finals
World record holder Tobi Amusan has qualified for the 100-meter hurdles semi-finals at the Paris 2024 Olympics with a leading…
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Olympics Games
14-year-old wins Paris Olympic games GOLD medal
14-year-old Australian skateboarding prodigy Arisa Trew has made history at the Paris Olympics by becoming the youngest Australian athlete ever…
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Nigerian Footballers Abroad
Cyriel Dessers rescues Rangers with late equalizer in Champions League qualifier
Nigerian striker Cyriel Dessers played a key role in ensuring Rangers avoided defeat in their UEFA Champions League qualifier against…
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Olympics Games
Favour Ofili reacts to Paris Olympic Games disappointment
Nigerian sprinter Favour Ofili has shared her emotional response following her performance in the women’s 200m final at the Paris…
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Nigerian Footballers Abroad
Fabrizio Romano confirms William Troost-Ekong has agreed move to Saudi Arabian club
William Troost-Ekong, the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations MVP, is reportedly on the verge of leaving Greek side PAOK Thessaloniki…
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Nigerian Footballers Abroad
Nigerian striker Mfon Udoh hails NFF Board member Nse Essien during holiday visit
Nigerian striker Mfon Udoh recently visited Rt. Hon. Nse Essien, a member of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) Executive Board,…
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Nigeria Professional Football League
Imo State Governor urges ‘expensive’ Emmanuel Amunike to win NPFL title for Heartland FC
Imo State Governor Senator Hope Uzodinma has set winning the NPFL title as one of the targets for new Heartland…
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Basketball
D’Tigress climb to 8th in FIBA Power Rankings after strong Paris 2024 performance
Nigeria’s D’Tigress have risen to 8th place from 12th in the latest FIBA power rankings, thanks to their outstanding performances…
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Nigeria Professional Football League
Kano Pillars unveil Usman Abdallah as new Technical Adviser
Kano Pillars have unveiled Usman Abdallah as their new Technical Adviser. Abdallah, who has signed a two-year contract with an…
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Olympics Games
Nigerian trio make Women’s Long Jump history to reach final at Paris 2024
For the first time in Olympic history, three Nigerian athletes will compete in the women’s long jump final, marking a…
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Nigerian Footballers Abroad
Victor Boniface eyes another successful season with Bayer Leverkusen
Nigerian forward Victor Boniface is excited to build on his standout debut season with Bundesliga champions Bayer Leverkusen. Last season,…
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9ja Flavour
NWFL Championship heads to Cross River State
Cross River State has been chosen to host the 2023/2024 Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) Championship. The second-tier competition will…
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Olympics Games
China Dominates Medal Tally at Paris 2024: USA Follows Closely Behind
China has made a remarkable surge to claim the top spot in the medal count at the Paris 2024 Olympics.…
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