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Nigerian Footballers Abroad
Super Eagles stars Taiwo Awoniyi and Ola Aina feature in Nottingham Forest’s Premier League opener
Nigerian footballers Taiwo Awoniyi and Ola Aina played crucial roles as Nottingham Forest kicked off their 2024/25 Premier League season…
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Nigerian Footballers Abroad
FIFA celebrates Asisat Oshoala’s 2014 heroics
World football’s governing body, FIFA, has paid tribute to Nigerian star Asisat Oshoala, celebrating her remarkable performance at the 2014…
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Falconets
Falconets to begin FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup preparations with camp in Colombia
Nigeria’s Falconets are set to kick off their preparations for the FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup finals with a two-week…
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Nigerian Footballers Abroad
Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca remains tight-lipped on Victor Osimhen transfer speculation
Chelsea’s new manager, Enzo Maresca, has kept his cards close to his chest regarding the potential transfer of Nigerian striker…
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Super Falcons
Super Falcons hold steady in latest FIFA rankings despite winless Paris Olympics outing
Despite a disappointing campaign at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, where they failed to secure a win against Brazil, Spain,…
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Off the Pitch
French Club suspends player over birthday message to African teammate
French Club, Olympique de Marseille has suspended 18-year-old Rayan Hassad after he wished his teammate, Congolese defender Chancel Mbemba, a…
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9ja Flavour
Mikel Obi reveals he paid for Nigerian Olympic Team’s flight to Rio 2016
Former Super Eagles captain Mikel Obi has disclosed that he personally covered the cost of the Nigerian Olympic football team’s…
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Athletics
‘We have tolerated her’ – AFN lists the sins of Favour Ofili following Olympic games outburst
The Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) has responded to Favour Ofili’s complaints and behaviour following her disappointing performance at the…
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Off the Pitch
Former Super Eagles goalkeeper opens up about darkest period in his life
Idah Peterside, a former Super Eagles goalkeeper who transitioned into a pastoral role after retiring from football, has shared his…
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EPL
Nigerian stars Iwobi and Bassey return to Old Trafford for Premier League opener
As the 2024/25 Premier League season begins, all eyes will be on Old Trafford for Friday night’s opening match between…
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Nigerian Footballers Abroad
Odion Ighalo offers support to Victor Osimhen amid transfer uncertainty
As Victor Osimhen faces a key moment in his career, former Super Eagles striker Odion Ighalo has stepped in to…
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Nigerian Footballers Abroad
Kelechi Iheanacho may miss Sevilla’s La Liga opener due to registration issues
Super Eagles striker Kelechi Iheanacho might miss Sevilla’s La Liga opener against Las Palmas on Friday due to registration problems.…
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9ja Flavour
Samson Siasia set for football return after five-year ban
One of Nigeria’s most decorated football players and coach, Samson Siasia is nearing his return to the sport following a…
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Foreign stories
Mauricio Pochettino to become head coach of US Men’s National team
Former Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur manager Mauricio Pochettino has been appointed as the new head coach of the United States…
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9ja Flavour
Nigeria’s first Olympic gold-medalist Chioma Ajunwa says athletes don’t get enough support
Nigerian track and field legend Chioma Ajunwa has shed light on the challenges faced by athletes in Nigeria, revealing that…
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Nigerian Footballers Abroad
Samuel Chukwueze shines as AC Milan retain Silvio Berlusconi trophy
Samuel Chukwueze played a pivotal role in AC Milan’s 3-1 victory over Monza, helping the Rossoneri secure the Silvio Berlusconi…
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Falconets
‘Playing for Nigeria has always been my dream’ – Falconets invitee Simone Reilly reacts to call-up
Simone Reilly, a forward for Bohemian FC, has shared her long-held dream of playing for the Nigerian national football team.…
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Football
Danny Murphy lauds Jay-Jay Okocha’s ‘Free Spirit’ and skill
Former England midfielder Danny Murphy has praised the legendary Austin Jay-Jay Okocha, describing him as a “free spirit” and a…
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9ja Flavour
Doma United announces dissolution of management and technical crew
Relegated Doma United have officially announced the dissolution of its current management, technical crew, and backroom staff. The decision comes…
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Football
Cristiano Ronaldo shines as Al-Nassr advances to Saudi Super Cup final
Cristiano Ronaldo made an impressive return to competitive action, contributing a goal and an assist in Al-Nassr’s 2-0 victory over…
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Real Madrid
Kylian Mbappe scores as Real Madrid clinch record sixth UEFA Super Cup with victory over Atalanta
In an exhilarating UEFA Super Cup final, Real Madrid secured their record sixth title by defeating Atalanta 2-0. The match,…
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Other Sports
Gov. Diri pre-season tournament: Akwa United go top of group A with narrow victory over Sunshine Stars
In a tightly contested match at the Gov Douye Diri Pre-Season Football Tournament, Akwa United secured their first win with…
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Nigerian Footballers Abroad
‘Chelsea will kill Victor Osimhen’s career’ – Nigerian Prophet warns
Renowned prophet and founder of the INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele, has issued a strong warning to Super…
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NEWS
Nigeria Football Federation unveils new partners
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) officially welcomed Premium Trust Bank as its new Official Bank and the sponsor for all…
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Athletics
Favour Ofili vows to come back stronger after Olympic setback
Nigeria’s sprinter Favour Ofili has expressed her determination to return stronger following a challenging Olympic Games in Paris. Ofili faced…
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Nigerian Footballers Abroad
Mikel Obi and Didier Drogba work to convince Victor Osimhen to join Chelsea
Super Eagles legend John Obi Mikel has opened up about his efforts, alongside former Chelsea teammate Didier Drogba, to persuade…
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Nigerian Footballers Abroad
Victor Osimhen’s transfer update: Fabrizio Romano says Chelsea and PSG still in the mix
Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has provided the latest update on Victor Osimhen’s potential move away from Napoli, confirming that the…
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Nigeria Professional Football League
Enyimba FC head coach Yemi Olanrewaju outlines ambitious plans for the Club
Enyimba FC’s newly appointed Head Coach, Yemi Olanrewaju, has shared his vision for the team following his unveiling by club…
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Other Sports
Mikel Obi claims he was ‘better’ than Lionel Messi at 2005 FIFA U-20 World Cup
Former Super Eagles captain John Obi Mikel has claimed that he was better than Lionel Messi at the 2005 FIFA…
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Off the Pitch
Warri Wolves FC mourn the tragic loss of goalkeeper coach Oyibo David Rashigba
Warri Wolves FC is grieving the sudden and tragic loss of their Goalkeeper Coach, Oyibo David Rashigba, who was found…
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