Month: February 2026
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Nigerian Footballers Abroad
Ademola Lookman Equals Luis Suárez Record After Scoring in Atletico Madrid Win
Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman scored for Atletico Madrid in their 4-2 win over Espanyol on Saturday. Lookman kept his…
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African Football
CAF Introduces New Coaching Rules for Clubs and National Teams
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has introduced new coaching requirements for all clubs and national teams across Africa. The…
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9ja Flavour
2nd Niger Delta Games: What Happened in Boxing on Saturday
The boxing events at the 2nd Niger Delta Games on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in…
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9ja Flavour
2nd Niger Delta Games: Delta State Claims Double Gold in 100m Finals
Delta State enjoyed a big moment at the 2nd Niger Delta Games in Benin City on Saturday, as Ejiro Peter…
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Tennis
Jessica Pegula secures fourth WTA 1000 title in Dubai
Jessica Pegula defeated Elina Svitolina 6-2, 6-4 to win the title at the Dubai Tennis Championships. The victory marks Pegula’s…
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Tennis
Alcaraz wins first Doha Title, improves to 12–0 in 2026
Carlos Alcaraz defeated Arthur Fils 6-2, 6-1 to win the Doha title for the first time in his career. The…
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African Football
Ismaily Players Walk Off Pitch in Protest Over Referee Decision
Players of Ismaily SC briefly walked off the pitch during their match against Wadi Degla SC after a controversial refereeing…
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9ja Flavour
Gara-Gombe warns NFF over Chelle’s reported demands
Former chairman of the Gombe State Football Association, Ahmed Shuaibu Gara-Gombe, has warned Nigerian football authorities not to agree to…
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Tennis
Venus Williams back at Indian Wells with another Wildcard
Venus Williams has received a wildcard into both the singles and doubles draws at Indian Wells. Indian Wells is not…
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Tennis
Alcaraz after beating Rublev: “I know what I’m Able To Do”
After defeating Andrey Rublev 7-6, 6-4 to reach the Doha final, Carlos Alcaraz reflected on his level, his mindset, and…
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9ja Flavour
2nd Niger Delta Games Declared Open in Benin City
The second edition of the Niger Delta Games has been officially declared open in Benin City, Edo State, with leaders…
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Super Eagles
NFF Denies Reports of Eric Chelle’s Contract Demands
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has dismissed reports claiming Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle asked for a new contract…
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9ja Flavour
Team Akwa Ibom Athletes Shine in Celebration-Filled Opening of 2nd Niger Delta Games
Team Akwa Ibom shone brightly at the opening ceremony of the 2nd Niger Delta Games at Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, Benin…
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Tennis
Sinner after Doha Loss: “I know how to come back”
After his unexpected defeat to Jakub Mensik in Doha, Jannik Sinner remained composed as he reflected on the loss and…
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Tennis
Elina Svitolina battles past Gauff to reach Dubai Final
Elina Svitolina defeated Coco Gauff 6-4, 6-7(13), 6-4 in a gripping semifinal at the Dubai Tennis Championships, to advance to…
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NEWS
Favour Ofili addresses Nigeria’s attempt to delay Switch
The dispute between Favour Ofili and Nigerian sports authorities has intensified following reports that the Nigerian Sports Commission is seeking…
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Nigerian Footballers Abroad
Europa League: Iheanacho Returns as Celtic Struggle Against Stuttgart
Super Eagles striker Kelechi Iheanacho made his return for Celtic in a tough night for the Scottish side, who suffered…
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Nigerian Footballers Abroad
Ivan Leko Disappointed as Onyedika Set to Miss Second Leg
Club Brugge head coach Ivan Leko has expressed his disappointment after it was confirmed that Raphael Onyedika will miss the…
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Nigerian Footballers Abroad
Gavin Hunt Explains Why Olisa Ndah Will Miss Cup Debut
Stellenbosch FC head coach Gavin Hunt has explained why Super Eagles defender Olisa Ndah will not feature in their Cup…
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9ja Flavour
Edo Games 2026: Athletes Arrive, Begin Accreditation at BIU
Athletes competing in the 2nd Niger Delta Games have arrived in Benin City, Edo State, and commenced accreditation at Benson…
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Nigerian Footballers Abroad
Bayern Scouts Watch Osimhen in Champions League Clash
Bayern Munich officials were present in Istanbul to watch Victor Osimhen during Galatasaray’s 5-2 Champions League victory over Juventus. The…
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Nigerian Footballers Abroad
Wilfred Ndidi Returns to Training After Father’s Burial
Super Eagles midfielder Wilfred Ndidi has returned to first-team training at Besiktas after travelling to Nigeria to bury his father.…
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Football
From Grassroots to Glory: Young Nigerian Prospects Dominating European Academies
Nigeria has established itself as one of the leading providers of young football talent. Academies in Europe, ranging from England,…
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Football
Impact of International Scouting on the Visibility of Nigerian Grassroots Soccer
Football on the streets of Nigeria represents a talent pipeline that feeds into leagues around the world. Competing in street…
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9ja Flavour
Edo 2026: Team Akwa Ibom Departs Uyo for 2nd Niger Delta Games
Team Akwa Ibom has departed Uyo for the 2026 Niger Delta Games in Edo State with a firm determination to…
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Transfer
KMK Academy’s Handsome Alexander Joins Armenian Side FC Ararat
KMK Academy graduate Handsome Alexander has signed his first professional contract, agreeing to a three-year deal with Armenian club FC…
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Women's Football
NWFL Fines Osun Babes ₦2.5m Over Jersey Violation
The Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) has fined Osun Babes FC ₦2.5 million after their 2025/2026 Premiership match against FC…
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Super Falcons
Madugu Names Ajibade, Nnadozie in 25-Player Super Falcons Squad for Cameroon Friendlies
Super Falcons head coach Justine Madugu has named captain Rasheedat Ajibade and goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie in a 25-player squad for…
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9ja Flavour
Kwara United Fined ₦12m, Deducted Three Points and Goals Over Crowd Trouble
Kwara United have been fined a total of ₦12 million and deducted three points and three goals following crowd trouble…
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Basketball
Adam Silver on Chris Paul’s Retirement
NBA commissioner Adam Silver has issued a statement following the retirement of Chris Paul, reflecting on his impact across 21 NBA…
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