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Iheanacho Scores 17th Goal of the Season as Bursaspor Drop Points Against Antalyaspor
Kelechi Iheanacho returned to scoring form on Friday evening as he found the net in Bursaspor’s 1-1 draw against Antalyaspor…
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The Akeem Busari Story: From Appointment Controversy to FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup History
When the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), announced the appointment of Akeem Ishola Busari as head coach of the Flamingos in…
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Flamingos: Nigeria’s Record at the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup
The Nigeria women’s national under-17 team, popularly known as the Flamingos, have established themselves as one of Africa’s regular representatives…
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Taifa Stars to Arrive in Uyo November 8 for Super Eagles Clash
Tanzania’s senior national football team, the Taifa Stars, are expected to arrive in Nigeria on Sunday, November 8, ahead of…
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Motsepe Congratulates Flamingos, Set to Watch Nigeria’s Historic World Cup Final
The President of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), Dr Patrice Motsepe, has congratulated Nigeria’s U-17 women’s national team, the…
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Charles Etim Named Akwa United Captain
Akwa United have named defender Charles Etim as captain ahead of the 2026/2027 Nigeria National League (NNL) season. The former…
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Rivers United Face Suspended ₦15m Fine, Three-Point Deduction Over Broadcast Disruption
Rivers United have been handed a suspended fine of ₦15 million, alongside a three-point and three-goal deduction, for preventing the…
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Chelle Hands Olympic Eagles to Assistants as Super Eagles Fixtures Clash with U-23 AFCON Qualifiers
Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle will not lead the Olympic Eagles in their two-legged 2027 U-23 Africa Cup of…
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Busari: I Want to Make Nigeria Proud Against Brazil in U-17 World Cup Semi-Final
Flamingos head coach Akeem Busari has expressed excitement ahead of tonight’s FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup semi-final against Brazil, saying…
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Flamingos Face Brazil in Crucial U-17 World Cup Semi-Final
Nigeria’s U-17 women’s national team, the Flamingos, will face Brazil on Wednesday in the semi-finals of the 2026 FIFA U-17…
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Akwa United Strengthen Squad With Eight New Signings Ahead of NNL Season
Akwa United have strengthened their squad ahead of the 2026/2027 Nigeria National League (NNL) season, unveiling another set of eight…
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Tinubu Pays Super Falcons ₦140m Reward for 10th WAFCON Title
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has fulfilled his $100,000 reward promise to the Super Falcons following their historic victory at the…
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Heartland FC Celebrate Former Captain Anyanwu’s Retirement, Honour Nkwo for 50 Appearances
Heartland FC celebrated two important moments in the club’s history on Sunday as former captain Nnaemeka Anyanwu officially retired from…
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NPFL: Four Teams Level on Points as Bendel Insurance, Kano Pillars Close in on Summit
Bendel Insurance and Kano Pillars have strengthened their chances in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) title race after recording…
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Heartland Surrender Two-Goal Lead in 2-2 Draw Against Crown FC in NNL Opener
Heartland FC have suffered an early setback in their quest to return to the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) after…
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FIFA U17WWC: Flamingos Knock Out Venezuela, Book Brazil Semi-Final Showdown
Nigeria’s U-17 women’s national team, the Flamingos, have booked a place in the semi-finals of the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s…
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My Four Picks for NPFL Promotion as NNL 2026/27 Season Begins
The race for promotion to the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) begins today, Sunday, November 1, as the Nigeria National…
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CampGee FA Target Back-to-Back Wins Against Pillars Sports Academy in AfriSportPro Youth League
CampGee Football Academy will be looking to build on their first win of the season when they face Pillars Sports…
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Tinubu to Open 23rd National Sports Festival in Enugu on November 28
Enugu State is preparing to host athletes from across Nigeria as the 23rd National Sports Festival gets set to begin…
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Why NIS DG Philip Shaibu Met with the Education Minister and the Future of Sports Education in Nigeria
The Director-General and Chief Executive Officer of the National Institute for Sports (NIS), Rt. Hon. Comrade Philip Shaibu, is taking…
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Flamingos Beat Mexico to Reach U-17 Women’s World Cup Quarter-Finals
Nigeria’s Flamingos have qualified for the quarter-finals of the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco after defeating Mexico…
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Akwa Ibom Makes History as NIS Graduates First Coaching Class Outside Lagos in 52 Years
Akwa Ibom State has made history as the National Institute for Sports (NIS) graduated its first-ever coaching programme outside Lagos…
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Match Preview: Flamingos Face Mexico in Crucial U-17 World Cup Clash
Nigeria’s U-17 women’s national team, the Flamingos, will face Mexico on Thursday as both teams battle for a place in…
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Burna Boy Thrills Fans at NFL Paris Halftime Show
Nigerian music star Burna Boy thrilled fans with an energetic performance at the 2026 NFL Paris halftime show at the…
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‘Gives Us Confidence to Keep Pushing’: Akwa United Hail Ibom Air
Akwa United have expressed confidence in their partnership with award-winning airline Ibom Air as the club intensifies preparations for the…
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Flamingos to Face Mexico in U-17 Women’s World Cup Round of 16
Nigeria’s U-17 women’s national team, the Flamingos, will face Mexico in the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA U-17…
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NPFL Matchday Summary: Bendel Insurance End Rivers United’s Unbeaten Run
Bendel Insurance ended Rivers United’s unbeaten run in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) this season with a dramatic 2-1…
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NFF Celebrates Iwobi on Premier League Appearance Milestone
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has congratulated Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi after he reached a new milestone in the…
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Nigeria, Ghana Qualify for U-17 Women’s World Cup Round of 16
Nigeria and Ghana have become the first African countries to qualify for the Round of 16 at the ongoing 2026…
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3rd Senate President Cup Kicks Off Today in Ikot Ekpene
The 3rd edition of the Senate President Cup will kick off today, Sunday, October 25, 2026, at the Ikot Ekpene…
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