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Agu Doubtful for Super Eagles’ World Cup Qualifiers vs Lesotho and Benin

By Kelechi Abel / Health & Fitness / October 5, 2025

Super Eagles defender Felix Agu has been ruled doubtful for Nigeria’s upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Lesotho and Benin as he continues to battle an injury. Reports say Agu limped off during Werder Bremen’s 1–0 win over St. Pauli, exiting before halftime after sustaining the problem. The full extent of the injury remains […]

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Zaidu Sanusi Recalled to Super Eagles as Injuries Force Defensive Shakeup

By Kelechi Abel / National Team News / October 5, 2025

Defensive reinforcements are coming for the Super Eagles left-back Zaidu Sanusi has been recalled to the squad ahead of the crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Lesotho and Benin, as injuries among the defence force the coaching staff into changes. Sanusi, who had been sidelined since February 2024 due to an ACL injury, resumed

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Awaziem Plays Full Match in 0-0 Stalemate Between Brest and Nantes

By Kelechi Abel / Tactics & Analysis / October 5, 2025

Nantes defender Chidozie Awaziem featured for the full 90 minutes as his side were held to a goalless draw by Brest in their Ligue 1 outing.Despite opportunities on both ends, neither team could break the deadlock, and the match concluded without a goal. Awaziem’s consistent presence across the backline helped Nantes maintain solidity and preserve

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NNL Bars Relegated Clubs Over Debts, Spurs Rush to Clear Obligations

By Kelechi Abel / Governance / October 5, 2025

Five clubs recently relegated from the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Akwa United, Heartland, Lobi Stars, Sunshine Stars, and Gombe United—have been prevented from registering for the 2025-26 season of the Nigeria National League (NNL) due to outstanding debts. A circular signed by NNL Chief Operating Officer Danlami Alanana declared that clubs owing money to

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Lookman Subbed Off in Atalanta’s 1–1 Home Draw With Como

By Kelechi Abel / Events & Tournaments / October 5, 2025

Ademola Lookman earned his first Serie A start of the season for Atalanta in their 1–1 draw at home against Como, but was substituted with less than 20 minutes remaining. The hosts opened the scoring in the sixth minute through Lazar Samardzic, but Como equalised around the 20-minute mark via Maximo Perrone’s shot that struck

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Echeta Deputy Nets and Assists in Zakho’s Rout of Newroz

By Kelechi Abel / Events & Tournaments / October 5, 2025

Zakho’s Nigerian winger Echeta Ugonna Deputy starred in their emphatic victory over Newroz in the Iraq Stars League, contributing both a goal and an assist. He found the net and also set up a teammate, helping Zakho to a convincing win that underlines their attacking depth this season. Deputy, 24, has already made notable impact

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Akintola’s Strike Secures 1–0 Victory for Hull City Over Sheffield United

By Kelechi Abel / Match Previews & Reviews / October 5, 2025

David Akintola proved the hero for Hull City, scoring the decisive goal as the Tigers edged out Sheffield United 1–0 at home. He netted the winner in the 30th minute, with his shot deflecting off a defender to beat the goalkeeper. Hull held on despite a late penalty opportunity for the Blades. Harrison Burrows stepped

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Mangut Praises Nasarawa United After Six-Match Unbeaten Run

By Kelechi Abel / NPFL / October 5, 2025

Nasarawa United head coach Mangut Mbwas has expressed satisfaction following his team’s narrow 1–0 win over Bendel Insurance that saw them extend their unbeaten run to six league matches. The victory also solidified Nasarawa’s hold atop the NPFL standings, placing them four points clear at the summit. Speaking after the match, Mangut commended his players’

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Joy Omewa’s Hot Scoring Spurs Debate Over Super Falcons Recall

By Kelechi Abel / Nigerians Abroad / October 5, 2025

Fortuna Hjørring forward Joy Omewa has been dazzling this season, and her purple patch has stirred debate over whether she should be recalled to the Super Falcons. Her form in Denmark has been impressive Omewa has already scored four league goals this campaign, and has added several more in European fixtures. Last season she was

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Eric Chelle Boosts Super Eagles in Crucial World Cup Qualifiers

By Kelechi Abel / National Team News / October 4, 2025

Newly appointed Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle has injected freshness and urgency into Nigeria’s squad as they prepare for must win World Cup qualifying fixtures. Nigeria finds itself in a precarious position in their qualifying group, making the upcoming matches effectively do or die. Chelle’s approach reportedly emphasises high intensity, tighter defensive structure, and more

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