Month: September 2025
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9ja Flavour
How I Was Kicked Out of the National Team for Not Passing to Yekini – Samson Siasia
Former Nigerian footballer Samson Siasia has shared the story of one of the toughest moments in his career — when…
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Nigerian Footballers Abroad
Arokodare Scores First Goal as Wolves Beat Everton in Carabao Cup
Wolverhampton Wanderers head coach Vítor Pereira has praised Nigerian striker Tolu Arokodare after he scored his first goal for the…
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CAF Champions League
“Be the 12th Man” – Rivers United Call on Fans Ahead of Champions League Clash in Uyo
Rivers United have urged fans to turn up in large numbers and cheer them on as they face FC Les…
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9ja Flavour
NFF Celebrates Chiamaka Nnadozie and Coach Madugu After Ballon d’Or Recognition
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has praised Super Falcons goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie and head coach Justine Madugu for their impressive…
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Off the Pitch
Lionel Messi Congratulates Ousmane Dembele on Ballon d’Or Win
Lionel Messi has congratulated his former Barcelona teammate Ousmane Dembele after the French winger won the Ballon d’Or on Monday…
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Real Madrid
Xabi Alonso Says There’s No Problem with Vinicius Junior After Recent Substitutions
Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso has played down rumours of a problem between him and forward Vinicius Junior, despite the…
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Tennis
Croatian Tennis Legend Nikola Pilic Who Helped Djokovic Dies Aged 87
Croatian tennis great Nikola Pilic, a former player and coach who helped guide multiple nations to Davis Cup victories, has…
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Tennis
Novak Djokovic to Play at Shanghai Masters in October 2025
Tennis star Novak Djokovic will play at the Shanghai Masters next month, tournament organisers confirmed on Tuesday. “He’s back… Our…
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Nigerian Footballers Abroad
Brighton Coach Proud as Agyemang and Nnadozie Shine at Ballon d’Or
Brighton & Hove Albion Women’s head coach, Dario Vidosic, has praised his players Michelle Agyemang and Chiamaka Nnadozie after both…
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Tennis
Rafael Nadal Says Fake AI Videos Are Using His Image Without Permission
Former tennis star Rafael Nadal said on Tuesday that fake videos made with artificial intelligence (AI) are using his face…
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Volleyball
FIVB Men’s World Champs 2025 – All African Teams Eliminated, Quarterfinal Fixtures Set
The 2025 FIVB Men’s Volleyball World Championship has reached the knockout stage, and Africa’s participation is officially over. After the…
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Off the Pitch
Sarina Wiegman Gives Burna Boy Shout-Out at Ballon d’Or
England women’s head coach, Sarina Wiegman, surprised many on Monday night when she mentioned Nigerian Afrobeats star Burna Boy during…
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Off the Pitch
Adekunle Gold Shines at Ballon d’Or Night in Paris
The Ballon d’Or has long been a stage where football meets art, and this year’s event at the Théâtre du…
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Football
Ballon d’Or 2025: Full Winners List, Top 10 Rankings, and PSG, Barcelona, Arsenal Dominance in Paris
The 2025 Ballon d’Or took place on September 22 at the Théâtre du Châtelet in Paris, celebrating the world’s best…
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Football
Ousmane Dembélé Wins 2025 Ballon d’Or
Ousmane Dembélé has been crowned the winner of the 2025 Ballon d’Or after a superb 2024/25 season in which he…
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9ja Flavour
Ballon d’Or 2025: Chiamaka Nnadozie Ranked 4th Best Female Goalkeeper in the World
Super Falcons goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie has been named the fourth-best women’s goalkeeper in the world at the 2025 Ballon d’Or…
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Football
Vicky López Dedicates Ballon d’Or Kopa Trophy to Nigerian Mother
FC Barcelona’s young star Vicky López has written her name into football history by winning the first-ever Women’s Kopa Trophy…
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CAF Confederation Cup
Djoliba AC Depart Uyo After Confederation Cup Clash With Abia Warriors
Malian side Djoliba Athletic Club have left Uyo after their 1-1 draw against Abia Warriors in the CAF Confederation Cup…
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Nigeria Professional Football League
Enyimba Forward Edidiong Ezekiel Hails Governor Otti’s Presence in Comeback Win
Enyimba FC forward Edidiong Ezekiel has praised the presence of Abia State Governor, Dr Alex Otti, during the club’s thrilling…
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Nigeria Professional Football League
Abia State Governor Praises Enyimba FC After 3-2 Win Over Bendel Insurance
The Governor of Abia State, Alex Otti, has praised Enyimba Football Club of Aba after their exciting 3-2 win against…
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Arsenal
“He’s Trying His Best!” – Mikel Arteta Defends Viktor Gyokeres After Quiet Game Against Man City
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has defended striker Viktor Gyokeres after another quiet game in a big match. Arsenal drew 1-1…
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9ja Flavour
NPFL: Enyimba Stay Top After Beating Insurance in Five-Goal Thriller
Enyimba FC held on to the top spot in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) on Sunday evening after a…
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Tennis
Iga Swiatek Comes Back to Win Korea Open After Losing First Set
Iga Swiatek fought back after losing the first set badly to beat Ekaterina Alexandrova and win the Korea Open, SportsRation…
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Liverpool
“You Won’t See Them Tuesday!” – Arne Slot Rules Out Salah and Four Key Liverpool Players for Carabao Cup Match
Liverpool manager Arne Slot has confirmed that Mohamed Salah and four other important players will not play in Tuesday’s Carabao…
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Football
D-DAY: Understanding How the Ballon d’Or Winner Is Chosen
Football fans around the world are eagerly looking forward to the 2025 Ballon d’Or ceremony, which will take place on…
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Football
D-DAY: Ousmane Dembele Favourite to Win 2025 Ballon d’Or
Ousmane Dembele and Lamine Yamal are the favourites to win the 2025 Ballon d’Or, according to the latest odds from…
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Barcelona
Why Marcus Rashford Was Benched for Barcelona vs Getafe Despite Champions League Heroics
Marcus Rashford was left out of Barcelona’s starting line-up against Getafe on Sunday, just days after scoring twice in the…
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Off the Pitch
Why PSG Players Will Miss Ballon d’Or Ceremony
Paris Saint-Germain stars may be forced to miss the 2025 Ballon d’Or ceremony after their Ligue 1 clash with Marseille…
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CAF Confederation Cup
Kwara United Fall Short in Seven-Goal Thriller Against Kotoko
Kwara United began their CAF Confederation Cup campaign with a narrow 4-3 loss to Ghana’s Asante Kotoko in a thrilling…
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CAF Confederation Cup
Abia Warriors Held in CAF Confederation Cup Debut
Abia Warriors began their first-ever CAF Confederation Cup campaign with a 1-1 draw against Mali’s Djoliba at the Godswill Akpabio…
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