Washington Spirit midfielder Deborah Abiodun has earned the Assist of the Week award in the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL). The 21 year old set up Rosemonde Kouassi’s goal to give her side the lead in their match against San Diego. Washington Spirit eventually claimed a 2‑1 victory in a tightly contested game. Abiodun had […]
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Nigerian forward Omah Franklin delivered a stellar performance, scoring twice to lead América FC to a crucial 2–0 away win against Belo Jardim in the Campeonato Pernambucano Série A2. The match, held on October 5, 2025, at the Maximiniano Fagundes de Assunção Stadium, saw Franklin break the deadlock in the 31st minute and seal the
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Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye is poised to return to Serie A action after serving a two-month suspension for illegal betting. The ban, which began on August 18, 2025, following Udinese’s Coppa Italia match against Carrarese, saw Okoye miss six Serie A fixtures. He is now eligible to resume playing on October 19, 2025. The
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Nigerian defender Oluwadamilola Ronke Kuku delivered a standout performance as FC Gintra secured a narrow 1–0 victory over Nordsjælland in the UEFA Europa Women’s League Cup qualifier. Kuku, who played the full 90 minutes, showcased her defensive prowess and contributed significantly to her team’s success. The match, held at FC Gintra’s home ground, was a
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Nigerian footballer Khalid Adamu has secured a move to Spanish club Sporting Gijón, marking a significant step in his professional career. The 18 year old forward, formerly with Best Talent FC, has signed a contract that will see him develop within the club’s esteemed youth system. Sporting Gijón, known for nurturing young talents, is expected
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Ahead of their departure for the 2025 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco, Nigeria’s U-17 women’s national football team, the Flamingos, made a heartwarming visit to Nana Berry Orphanage and Children’s Home in Nyanya, Karu Local Government Area, Nasarawa State. This gesture was part of their final preparations before embarking on their tournament journey.
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Enyimba midfielder Kalu Nweke expressed his team’s disappointment after their 0-0 draw with Rivers United in Aba on Sunday. Despite the stalemate, Nweke emphasised that the team gave their best performance. Reflecting on the match, Nweke stated, “Firstly, I thank God because despite the high intensity of the game, no one sustained injury. It was
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Al‑Hussein secured back to back victories after a gritty performance against a determined opponent on Sunday.Kamaru Adebari delivered one of his best displays, contributing significantly to his side’s win. The team dug in during the closing moments, refusing to yield despite mounting pressure. The coach praised the squad, saying, “We fought till the end and
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Baldwin Bazuaye, former U‑23 Eagles winger, has officially begun his duties as interim technical adviser of Bendel Insurance. The appointment comes after the Edo State Sports Commission, chaired by Hon. Amadin Desmond Enabulele, suspended Coach Greg Ikhenoba with immediate effect due to a string of disappointing performances. Bazuaye led his first training session on Tuesday
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Retired Super Eagles striker Yakubu Aiyegbeni has expressed deep pride in his status as Nigeria’s all‑time highest foreign goalscorer in the English Premier League. Born in Benin City, he had a prolific run in England, turning out for the likes of Portsmouth, Middlesbrough, Everton and Blackburn Rovers. Across 252 top‑flight appearances, Yakubu netted 95 times
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