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Oliseh Praises Onyemaechi for Keeping Diaz Quiet in AFCON Semis

By Kelechi / Interviews / January 15, 2026

Former Super Eagles midfielder Sunday Oliseh has hailed defender Bruno Onyemaechi for an impressive performance in Nigeria’s AFCON 2025 semi-final against Morocco, where he effectively limited the influence of star winger Brahim Diaz. Oliseh singled out Onyemaechi’s defensive display as key in neutralising Morocco’s leading threat. Diaz, the Real Madrid forward who had scored in […]

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Iheanacho Among Injured Stars Causing Celtic Coach Sleepless Nights

By Kelechi / Injuries / January 15, 2026

Celtic’s injury concerns have deepened with Nigerian forward Kelechi Iheanacho cited among the players troubling the club’s coaching staff ahead of a busy January schedule. The veteran striker has been sidelined and is yet to return to full fitness, adding to a growing list of absentees that have tested the Scottish giants’ depth. Iheanacho’s latest

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FC Robo Queens Keep Perfect NWFL Premiership Run with 2–0 Win Over Abia Angels

By Kelechi / Women's Football / January 15, 2026

FC Robo Queens extended their flawless start to the 2025/26 NWFL Premiership season by securing a 2–0 away victory over Abia Angels at the Enyimba International Stadium in Aba on Matchday Six. The Lagos side wasted no time asserting themselves, as Oluwakemi Adegbuyi opened the scoring early with a composed finish to give Robo the

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Shooting Stars Dominate Enyimba as Pillars, Wolves & Insurance Shine in NPFL

By Kelechi / NPFL / January 15, 2026

Shooting Stars produced one of the standout results of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) weekend by thrashing Enyimba 3–0 at the Lekan Salami Stadium in Ibadan on Wednesday. Lucky Emmanuel put the Oluyole Warriors ahead in the 17th minute, and they never looked back, adding further goals in the second half through Sodiq Ibrahim

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Confluence Queens Grab First Win of NWFL Season with Impressive Away Triumph

By Kelechi / Women's Football / January 15, 2026

Confluence Queens ended their long wait for a first victory in the 2025/26 NWFL Premiership, delivering an eye-catching 3–0 away win in Lagos to lift spirits in a difficult campaign. The Lokoja-based side broke their drought on Matchday Six, scoring three goals without reply in a dominant display that marked their best result of the

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Kano Pillars Fight Back With 1–0 Win Over Nasarawa United in Lafia

By Kelechi / Match Previews & Reviews / January 15, 2026

Kano Pillars continued their resurgence in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) with a gritty 1–0 victory against Nasarawa United in an away fixture at the Lafia City Stadium. The solitary goal came shortly after half-time, when forward Chidozie Jude Okorie capitalised on a precise assist from veteran midfielder Rabiu Ali to slot the ball

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Super Falcons Await WAFCON 2026 Group Draw in Rabat

By Kelechi / Women's Football / January 15, 2026

Defending champions Nigeria’s Super Falcons are poised to discover their group opponents for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) on Thursday at the tournament’s official draw ceremony in Rabat, Morocco. The draw will take place at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Sports Complex, a venue that has hosted numerous Confederation of African Football (CAF)

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Chelle Admits Morocco Deserved AFCON Final Win Over Nigeria

By Kelechi / National Team News / January 15, 2026

Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle conceded that Morocco deserved to advance to the AFCON 2025 final after the hosts edged Nigeria on penalties following a goalless semi-final in Rabat. After 90 minutes and extra time failed to produce a goal, the contest was decided from the spot, with Morocco triumphing 4-2 in the shootout.

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Clubs From England & Scotland Eye Nigeria U23 Midfielder Tim Akinola

By Kelechi / Youth Development / January 14, 2026

Several clubs across England and Scotland are reportedly tracking former Nigeria U23 invitee Tim Akinola as the January transfer window unfolds, AllNigeriaSoccer can exclusively reveal. The 24 year old midfielder, who has impressed for National League side Woking, has attracted interest from Rochdale, Peterborough United and Crawley Town in England. Scottish Premiership club St Mirren is

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Nigerian Forward Ime Ndon Seals Move to Romanian Club UTA Arad

By Kelechi / Transfer News / January 14, 2026

Nigerian forward Ime Ndon has completed a transfer to Romanian SuperLiga side FC UTA Arad from Moldovan champions FC Milsami. The 22 year old striker confirmed the deal on January 7, 2026, sharing photos of his unveiling on social media and expressing his gratitude as he embarks on a new chapter in his career. “It

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