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Super Falcons
Unpaid Bonuses Overshadow Super Falcons’ WAFCON Campaign Despite Perfect Start
Nigeria’s Super Falcons go into their final group game at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) with maximum…
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Nigerian Footballers Abroad
Nigeria’s Kenneth Omeruo Not Ready to Play for CFR Cluj Yet, Says Coach Petrescu
CFR Cluj coach Dan Petrescu is unhappy that Nigerian defender Kenneth Omeruo is still not ready to play. Omeruo was…
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Nigeria National League
Warri Wolves Crowned 2024/25 Nigeria National League Champions
Warri Wolves have been crowned champions of the 2024/25 Nigeria National League (NNL) season after a thrilling 3-2 win over…
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Basketball
Junior Tigress Make History with First-Ever Win at FIBA U19 Women’s World Cup
Nigeria’s Junior Tigress made history on Saturday, July 12, 2025, by claiming their first-ever win at the FIBA U19 Women’s…
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La Liga
Courtois Unhappy as La Liga Chief Refuses to Postpone Real Madrid’s First Match
Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois is unhappy after La Liga president Javier Tebas refused to delay the team’s opening match…
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Off the Pitch
Lamine Yamal’s Father Under Investigation in Stabbing Case
There has been an unexpected twist in the case involving Mounir Nasraoui, the father of Barcelona star Lamine Yamal, as…
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Tennis
Why I Lost to Sinner – Djokovic Explains
Novak Djokovic, 38, has explained why he lost to Jannik Sinner in the Wimbledon semi-final. Sinner, who is 15 years…
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Nigerian Footballers Abroad
Olisa Ndah Misses Orlando Pirates Pre-Season Trip Due to Injury Recovery
Olisa Harold Ndah, central defender for Orlando Pirates and Nigeria’s Super Eagles, did not travel with his team to Spain…
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Other Sports
Explained: NFF Explains Why Super Falcons Wore Old Kits For Training at WAFCON
The President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Ibrahim Musa Gusau, has explained why the Super Falcons were seen training…
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Real Madrid
Toni Kroos: What Real Madrid Needs to Get Back on Top
Real Madrid legend Toni Kroos has shared his thoughts on how the team can return to top form after a…
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Barcelona
Ter Stegen Told He Won’t Be Barcelona’s Starting Goalkeeper Anymore
Marc-André ter Stegen has been told he will not be Barcelona’s main goalkeeper next season. Barcelona recently signed Joan Garcia…
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African Football
CAF Investigates Algeria Ahead of WAFCON Clash with Super Falcons
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has started an official investigation into the Algerian Women’s National Team for possible violations…
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Nigeria Professional Football League
Imama Amapakabo Set to Arrive in Kano for Final Talks with Pillars
SportsRation can exclusively confirm that former Abia Warriors head coach, Imama Amapakabo, is expected to arrive in Kano, Saturday, July…
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Super Falcons
Nigeria 1-0 Botswana: Super Falcons Book WAFCON Quarterfinal Spot
Nigeria’s Super Falcons are through to the quarterfinals of the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations after a 1–0 win…
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Transfer
Nigerian Teenager Ekemini Okon Arrives in Finland for European Trial
Promising Nigerian youngster Ekemini Okon has arrived in Finland for trials with a yet-to-be-disclosed club, in what could mark the…
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Flying Eagles
Flying Eagles and Ghana Draw 1-1 in WAFU U-20 Opener
The Flying Eagles of Nigeria started their WAFU Zone B U-20 Championship with a 1-1 draw against the Black Satellites…
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Tennis
Sabalenka Out as Anisimova Reaches First Grand Slam Final
Amanda Anisimova has shocked the tennis world by defeating world number one Aryna Sabalenka in the Wimbledon semi-finals. The 23-year-old…
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Nigeria National League
Warri Wolves and Kun Khalifat FC Promoted to NPFL
Warri Wolves FC are back in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) after finishing top of the Southern Conference in…
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Nigeria National League
WiKki Tourists, Barau FC Secure Promotion to Nigeria Premier Football League
It’s official: Wikki Tourists FC of Bauchi and Barau FC of Kano have sealed promotion to the Nigeria Premier Football…
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Off the Pitch
Brown Ideye: “NPFL Won’t Improve If We Only Talk About EPL and La Liga”
Nigerian football legend Brown Ideye has spoken honestly to local fans, saying the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) cannot grow…
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Off the Pitch
‘How Football Changed My Life’ – France 98’ World Cup Star Mobi Okparaku reveals
Mobi Oparaku: “I Came from a Very Poor Family, But France ’98 Bonuses Helped Me Build a House for My…
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9ja Flavour
U-17 World Cup Winner Edidiong Essien Shares How Amunike’s Discipline Shaped the Golden Eaglets’ March to Glory In 2015
When Nigeria lifted the 2015 FIFA U-17 World Cup in Chile, much of the spotlight was on Victor Osimhen’s record-breaking…
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Football
PSG demolished Real Madrid to set up a Fifa Club World Cup final against Chelsea
This semi-final tie at the MetLife Stadium was over as a contest within 24 minutes as the Champions League winners…
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Transfer
2024 AFCON star Simon Adingra set to join Sunderland from Brighton
Ivory Coast star Simon Adingra, who played a key role in his country’s win over Nigeria in the 2024 Africa…
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Flying Eagles
Ghana, Nigeria Set for Fierce Showdown as WAFU B U20 Championship Kicks Off
One of West Africa’s fiercest football rivalries takes centre stage this Thursday as Ghana and Nigeria clash in the opening…
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Chelsea
Mikel Obi Backs João Pedro as Chelsea’s Top Striker After Stunning Debut
Former Chelsea and Nigeria midfielder, Mikel Obi, has praised new signing João Pedro after his impressive performance in the Club…
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Nigerian Footballers Abroad
Victor Osimhen Turns Down Manchester United Move, Prefers Galatasaray Return
Manchester United have suffered a setback in their search for a new striker after Victor Osimhen reportedly rejected a move…
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Nigeria Professional Football League
Ahmed Musa to Keep Playing for Kano Pillars While Also Acting as General Manager
Super Eagles and former Leicester City striker Ahmed Musa will continue playing football for Kano Pillars FC, even though he…
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Football
Fluminense Aim to Make History Against Chelsea in Club World Cup Semi-Final
Brazilian club Fluminense are dreaming big as they prepare to face Chelsea in the FIFA Club World Cup semi-final on…
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Off the Pitch
“I did not give cars to Kano Pillars players” – Ahmed Musa reacts to viral reports
Super Eagles captain Ahmed Musa has denied reports claiming he gave cars to players and officials of Kano Pillars Football…
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