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Super Falcons to Discover WAFCON 2026 Group Opponents on January 15

By Kelechi / National Team News / January 8, 2026

Nigeria’s Super Falcons will learn their group stage opponents for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) on Thursday, 15 January, when the CAF final draw takes place in Rabat, Morocco. This will be a historic draw as the tournament expands to a 16-team format for the first time. The ceremony is scheduled for

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Bayelsa Queens Players, Officials Attacked After Away Win in Uyo

By Kelechi / Women's Football / January 8, 2026

Players and officials of Bayelsa Queens, defending champions of the NWFL Premiership, were attacked by fans of Ibom Angels following their 2–1 away victory in a Matchday 5 encounter in Uyo. Kesiena Ojiyovwi opened the scoring for Bayelsa in the 20th minute before Janet Akekeromowei doubled the lead right before halftime. Helen David pulled one

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Aghama Eyes Fresh Spark at Huesca After Cádiz Stalemate

By Kelechi / Tactics & Analysis / January 8, 2026

Nigerian winger Efe Aghama is pursuing a fresh start after sealing a loan move from Cádiz CF to Spanish second-tier side SD Huesca, aiming to reignite his season following a frustrating spell with limited playing time at Cádiz. The 21 year old arrived in Huesca ahead of formal announcements and is set to link up

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Iheanacho Awaits Yet Another Coach at Celtic Amid Managerial Turmoil

By Kelechi / Training & Coaching / January 8, 2026

Super Eagles striker Kelechi Iheanacho is facing fresh uncertainty at Celtic FC, as the Scottish Premiership club continues to undergo a managerial shake-up. Iheanacho and his teammates are now awaiting the arrival of another new coach after Wilfried Nancy was recently sacked, meaning the club will soon be led by a different boss yet again.

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AFCON 2025: CAF Appoints Somali Referee for Super Eagles vs Algeria

By Kelechi / Law & Ethics / January 8, 2026

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has named Somali referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan to officiate the Africa Cup of Nations 2025 quarter-final between Nigeria’s Super Eagles and Algeria at the Stade de Marrakech on Saturday. Artan is widely respected across the continent and is among the African referees selected for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

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Premier League Club Enters Race for Flying Eagles Star, Sets Price Tag

By Kelechi / Transfer News / January 8, 2026

A Premier League club has joined the transfer chase for a Flying Eagles star winger, with reports revealing both the club interested and an approximate price tag set for the 2025 U-20 standout. According to reported updates from ScoreNigeria, Chelsea FC are among the top-tier English teams monitoring the talented young Flying Eagles attacker who

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Golden Boot Race Heats Up Ahead of NWFL Matchday 5

By Kelechi / Women's Football / January 8, 2026

The NWFL Premiership women’s league saw its Golden Boot race intensify as Matchday 5 approaches, with several top scorers jostling for the league’s top goalscorer award. With goals crucial not only for individual glory but also for team success and Super Six qualification, the scoring charts have become one of the most closely watched subplots

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Akinsanmiro Misses Super Eagles Training Ahead of Algeria Clash

By Kelechi / Injuries / January 8, 2026

Super Eagles midfielder Ebenezer Akinsanmiro missed a training session as Nigeria stepped up preparations for their AFCON 2025 quarter-final against Algeria in Marrakech. The Pisa-on-loan midfielder sat out the recovery session following Nigeria’s 4–0 victory over Mozambique because he is slightly under the weather, according to reports. Akinsanmiro was not involved in the team’s latest

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Orban on Target as Verona Hold Napoli to 2–2 Serie A Draw

By Kelechi / Events & Tournaments / January 8, 2026

Nigerian forward Gift Orban scored for Hellas Verona as they stunned Napoli with a 2–2 draw in Serie A on Wednesday in Naples. The visitors raced into a two-goal lead, with Orban converting a penalty for Verona’s second before Napoli rallied in the second half. Verona’s opener came through Martin Frese’s back-heel finish, and Orban

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Alebiosu Set to Return to Super Eagles Full Team Training

By Kelechi / Health & Fitness / January 7, 2026

Super Eagles defender Ryan Alebiosu is close to returning to full training with the Nigeria national team after recovering from a leg injury sustained earlier in the AFCON 2025 tournament in Morocco. The 24 year old, who had been sidelined while undergoing rehabilitation, is now nearing a full-squad session following his recovery progression. Alebiosu had

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