Football In Nigeria

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By Kelechi Abel / Bet9ja / April 1, 2025

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Flying Eagles Edge Egypt 2–1 in Pre-Tournament Warm Up in Cairo

By Kelechi Abel / Youth Football / April 23, 2025

Nigeria’s U20 side, the Flying Eagles, claimed a 2–1 victory over Egypt’s Young Pharaohs on Tuesday in a friendly encounter at the Cairo International Stadium, part of their build-up to the 17th Africa U20 Cup of Nations. Kparobo Arierhi, fresh from his heroics at the WAFU B U20 Championship, where he scored three times, including

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El-Kanemi Warriors Fined ₦3.5m, Face Stadium Ban for Security Breach

By Kelechi Abel / Football Law and Ethics / April 23, 2025

The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has handed down heavy sanctions to El-Kanemi Warriors following serious security breaches during their Matchday 34 clash against Ikorodu City in Maiduguri. In a Summary Jurisdiction notice, the league cited the club for violating Rules B13.52, C9, and B13:18 of the NPFL Framework and Rules, which address matchday security,

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Injuries in Nigerian Football: Understanding the Risks and Remedies

By Kelechi Abel / Health and Fitness / April 23, 2025

Nigerian footballers at all levels, from grassroots to professional, regularly face injury risks due to the physical nature of the sport and often substandard playing environments. The most frequent injuries affect the lower limbs, especially the ankle and knee, with sprains, strains, bruises, and more severe conditions like ACL tears being commonplace. Sprains and strains,

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Osimhen One Goal Away from Personal Best After Turkish Cup Strike

By Kelechi Abel / Match Previews and Reviews / April 23, 2025

Victor Osimhen edged closer to equalling his personal scoring record on Tuesday night after netting in Galatasaray’s emphatic 5–1 win over Konyaspor in the Turkish Cup semi final. The Super Eagles striker opened the scoring in the 26th minute with a well timed header, converting a pinpoint cross from former Napoli teammate Dries Mertens. Lucas

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Udoh David Akpan Named Player of the Month in Maltese Premier League

By Kelechi Abel / Fan Zone / April 23, 2025

Former Nigeria U17 international goalkeeper Udoh David Akpan has been honoured as Player of the Month in the Maltese Premier League, following a series of stellar performances for FC Mosta. The 22 year old shot stopper has been in exceptional form since March, delivering several game changing saves that have been crucial to FC Mosta’s

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Everton Line Up Summer Bid for Super Eagles Star Moses Simon

By Kelechi Abel / Football Tactics and Analysis / April 23, 2025

Premier League side Everton are reportedly preparing a move for Nigeria international Moses Simon, who has been in fine form for Ligue 1 club Nantes this season. According to reports from Africa Foot, the Toffees have scouted the 29 year old in recent weeks and view him as a priority target for the upcoming transfer

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From Scorer to Shot Stopper: Jecinta’s Journey of Grit and Goals

By Kelechi Abel / Interviews / April 23, 2025

Echefu Jecinta’s transformation from striker to goalkeeper has been anything but conventional. Today, she commands the box with authority for Ibom Angels, but her journey began on the opposite end of the pitch as a forward with a passion for scoring. “I was once a striker,” she revealed, smiling. “But something inside me just clicked.

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Leon Balogun Likely to Exit Rangers at Season’s End

By Kelechi Abel / Transfer News / April 23, 2025

Nigerian international Leon Balogun is expected to part ways with Scottish Premiership side Rangers this summer as his current contract approaches expiry. Reports from Football Insider suggest the 36 year old defender is unlikely to receive a contract extension, marking the potential end of his second stint at the Ibrox club. Balogun first joined Rangers

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Finidi Vows Rivers United Will Keep Pushing for NPFL Title

By Kelechi Abel / Interviews / April 23, 2025

Rivers United manager Finidi George has reiterated his side’s commitment to challenging for the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) crown, insisting they will fight until the final whistle of the season. Following a narrow 1–0 home win over Sunshine Stars last weekend, Rivers United sit second on the table, trailing current leaders Remo Stars by

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Nigerian Duo Schmidt, Debayo Help Leeds Secure Premier League Promotion

By Kelechi Abel / Events and Tournaments / April 22, 2025

Isaac Schmidt and James Debayo will be celebrating alongside their Leeds United teammates after the club secured promotion back to the Premier League on Monday night. The confirmation came following Burnley’s 2–1 win over Sheffield United, which ensured both Burnley and Leeds are mathematically promoted with two Championship matches to spare. Earlier in the day,

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