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Simi Awujo Earns Dual Degree While Shining for Man United

By Kelechi Abel / Nigerians Abroad / June 14, 2025

Midfielder Simi Awujo has successfully earned a dual degree in Computer Science and Business Administration from the University of Southern California, all while making waves with Manchester United Women in the Women’s Super League. The 21 year old Canadian, who signed her first professional deal with Manchester United in August 2024 after departing USC, has […]

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NPFL 2025–26 season slated to kick off on 22 August

By Kelechi Abel / NPFL / June 14, 2025

Gbenga Elegbeleye, Chairman of the Nigeria Premier Football League, has announced that the 2025–26 NPFL campaign will commence on Friday, 22 August 2025, concluding on Sunday, 24 May 2026. The scheduling adjustment aims to synchronise with both CAF and FIFA calendars, ensuring clubs have ample time for rest, domestic duties and continental assignments. Retaining the

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Calvin Bassey Named Fulham Player of the Season for 2024–25

By Kelechi Abel / Fan Zone / June 14, 2025

Fulham’s commanding centre-back, Calvin Bassey, has been voted the club’s Player of the Season following an outstanding debut in the Premier League. Signed from Ajax in July 2023, the 25 year old Nigeria international quickly became a defensive mainstay, featuring in 35 top-flight matches this term and playing a key role in securing Fulham’s mid-table stability.

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Paris FC goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie to exit amid Everton interest

By Kelechi Abel / Transfer News / June 14, 2025

Paris FC have confirmed that Super Falcons goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie will leave the club following the end of her contract. Since joining in January 2020, the 24 year old has become a linchpin for both club and country, making 62 appearances for Paris FC and earning back to back CAF Women’s Goalkeeper of the Year

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Oliseh: Africa Can Confidently Face Any Global Powerhouse

By Kelechi Abel / Interviews / June 13, 2025

Former Super Eagles midfielder and coach Sunday Oliseh insists that Africa’s national sides are no longer intimidated by the giants of world football. Observing recent results such as Mauritania’s 3–1 win over South Africa and Sierra Leone holding Ivory Coast to a goalless draw he says this marks a turning point. Oliseh highlights a shift

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Yusuf Named Girl Power United Coach Ahead of Zurich Showcase

By Kelechi Abel / Merch & Branding / June 13, 2025

In a significant step for female coaching representation, former Super Falcons defender Ayisat Yusuf has been appointed Head Coach of Girl Power United Afghans. This move comes in advance of the esteemed United Summer Tournament, set to take place in Zurich. Yusuf’s appointment signals a powerful blend of African leadership in a European women’s football

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Glory Ogbonna to leave Besiktas after successful stint

By Kelechi Abel / Transfer News / June 13, 2025

Super Falcons defender Glory Ogbonna has confirmed her departure from Turkish club Beşiktaş at the conclusion of her contract. The Nigeria international joined Beşiktaş midway through the 2022–23 season, following spells in Sweden and with ALG Spor. Over the last two seasons, she featured in 28 league outings, scoring once, and was widely praised for

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Boniface reaffirms top-league commitment despite transfer talk

By Kelechi Abel / Interviews / June 13, 2025

Victor Boniface, the Super Eagles striker playing for Bayer Leverkusen, has put to rest speculation about a summer move following stalled negotiations with Saudi Arabian giants Al Nassr. Last month, Al Nassr appeared poised to seal a €60–70 million deal including medical tests and agreed fees before unexpectedly opting for another striker, Aston Villa’s Jhon Durán. Boniface was briefly

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Crusaders, Bayelsa Stars Queens Seal Third Place at 2025 Cup

By Kelechi Abel / Events & Tournaments / June 13, 2025

Crusaders FC of Peretorugbene and Bayelsa Stars Queens FC from Yenagoa secured the third-place titles at the Bayelsa Governor’s Football Tournament, popularly known as the Prosperity Cup. In the men’s playoff for bronze, Crusaders FC delivered a commanding display, beating Bayelsa United Feeders FC 4–1 at the Samson Siasia Stadium in Yenagoa. Anthony Moses opened

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Chelle Confident Super Eagles Can Rise vs Rwanda, South Africa

By Kelechi Abel / National Team News / June 13, 2025

Eric Chelle, Nigeria’s newly appointed head coach, has been steadily preparing the Super Eagles ahead of crucial 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and Zimbabwe. With injuries affecting key defenders William Troost‑Ekong and Semi Ajayi, and midfielder Fisayo Dele‑Bashiru also sidelined, Chelle faces a testing task reshaping his backline. Troost‑Ekong pulled up injured in mid‑February in Saudi Arabia

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