Kelechi

Kelechi Abel is a dynamic and insightful writer with a diverse professional background. He has worked in various roles, including as an English Teacher at Yahweh Care Foundation Nursery & Primary School and in customer relations and banking with City Gate Global Investment, Union Bank Nigeria Plc, UBA Plc, and Unity Bank Plc. Kelechi holds an Advanced Diploma in International Marketing and a BSc in Psychology from the University of Ibadan and Yaba College of Technology. His unique experiences in education and finance, coupled with his academic background, provide him with a broad perspective on various topics. A native of Ebonyi State, Kelechi enjoys reading, travelling, and driving in his leisure time, enriching his writing with diverse experiences and insights.

Iwobi, Bassey Play 90 Minutes As Sunderland Edge Fulham

Iwobi, Bassey Play 90 Minutes As Sunderland Edge Fulham

By / Match Previews & Reviews /
Alex Iwobi and Calvin Bassey went the distance at the Stadium of Light, but a second half substitute strike condemned Fulham to a second straight defeat. Super Eagles duo Alex Iwobi and Calvin Bassey played all 90 minutes as Fulham lost 1-0 to Sunderland in Sunday’s Premier League clash at the Stadium of Light. Both

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Nwakali Leaves Barnsley By Mutual Consent

Nwakali Leaves Barnsley By Mutual Consent

By / Nigerians Abroad /
Two years after arriving at Oakwell, Kelechi Nwakali’s Barnsley chapter has come to a close by mutual agreement. English League One club Barnsley have confirmed the departure of Nigerian midfielder Kelechi Nwakali by mutual consent. The club stated that the 28-year-old’s exit remains subject to approval from the English Football League. In a statement on

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Falconets Beat Poland 1-0 In World Cup Warm-Up

Falconets Beat Poland 1-0 In World Cup Warm-Up

By / Women's Football /
A stoppage-time strike from Mary Mamudu gave the Falconets a confidence-boosting win over their World Cup hosts, just over a week before the tournament proper begins. Nigeria’s Falconets secured a 1-0 victory over hosts Poland in an international friendly at the Municipal Stadium in Brzeg on Friday. Mary Mamudu scored the winning goal in first-half

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Shooting Stars Overcome Inter Lagos In Thrilling NPFL Opener

Shooting Stars Overcome Inter Lagos In Thrilling NPFL Opener

By / Match Previews & Reviews /
Two penalties, a missed one late on, and a spirited fightback from the newcomers made for a nervy opening day win in Ibadan. Shooting Stars began their 2026/27 NPFL campaign with a 2-1 win over newly promoted Inter Lagos at home in Ibadan. The hosts made a bright start, putting Inter Lagos under sustained pressure

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Sanusi Joins Slovakian Club AS Trencin On Loan

Sanusi Joins Slovakian Club AS Trencin On Loan

By / Transfer News /
A steady climb through Slovakia’s football pyramid has earned Ridwan Sanusi a fresh loan spell, this time with an eye on making it permanent. Nigerian winger Ridwan Sanusi has completed a season-long loan move to Slovakian club AS Trencin from fellow Slovak side MSK Zilina. The agreement, confirmed on Trencin’s official website, includes an option

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Chelsea In Advanced Talks For Ahanor, Now An Italy International

Chelsea In Advanced Talks For Ahanor, Now An Italy International

By / Nigerians Abroad /
Born in Italy to Nigerian parents, Honest Ahanor was only eligible to play for Nigeria until he turned 18 — by the time Chelsea came calling, he had already committed his international future to Italy. Chelsea are in advanced talks over a €40 million deal for Atalanta defender Honest Ahanor, an 18-year-old born in Italy

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Falconets Captain Igbokwe, Abdulwahab Miss Out Over Visa Issues

Falconets Captain Igbokwe, Abdulwahab Miss Out Over Visa Issues

By / Women's Football /
A frustrating visa setback has forced Nigeria into a late reshuffle of its World Cup squad, just days before the Falconets’ warm up matches begin. Nigeria’s Falconets have been forced to make two changes to their squad for the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup after captain Joe Igbokwe and defender Faridat Abdulwahab were unable

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Nigeria To Face Mauritania Or DR Congo In U-23 AFCON Qualifiers

Nigeria To Face Mauritania Or DR Congo In U-23 AFCON Qualifiers

By / National Team News /
Nigeria’s U-23 Eagles now know their route toward the 2027 tournament, and it starts with a bye straight into the second round. Nigeria’s U-23 Eagles will face either Mauritania or the Democratic Republic of Congo in the second round of qualifying for the 2027 Africa U-23 Cup of Nations. The draw for the qualifying competition

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Onuachu Needs Time To Rediscover Scoring Form — Trabzonspor Boss

Onuachu Needs Time To Rediscover Scoring Form — Trabzonspor Boss

By / Nigerians Abroad /
After 26 goals last season, Paul Onuachu is yet to open his account this term, but his coach isn’t worried. Trabzonspor head coach Fatih Tekke has urged patience with Super Eagles striker Paul Onuachu, who is yet to score this season following a prolific 2025/26 campaign. Onuachu was one of Trabzonspor’s standout performers last term,

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Done Deal: Adebayo, Who Wants To Play For Nigeria, Joins Bristol City

Done Deal: Adebayo, Who Wants To Play For Nigeria, Joins Bristol City

By / Nigerians Abroad /
A striker who has repeatedly said his mother would be proudest to see him in green and white has found a fresh start at Ashton Gate. Bristol City have announced the signing of forward Elijah Adebayo, who has Nigerian heritage through his parents, on a free transfer following his departure from Luton Town. Adebayo joins

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