Former AC Milan manager Fabio Capello has remarked that Nigerian winger Samuel Chukwueze is struggling to make an impact at the Italian club. Chukwueze joined AC Milan from Spanish side Villarreal last summer but has yet to fully integrate into the team’s system. Capello highlighted the lack of balance in Milan’s attack, which often relies […]
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Sparta Prague, the reigning Czech First League champions, has secured Nigerian central defender Emmanuel Uchenna in a landmark transfer from Banik Ostrava. Arsenal legend Tomáš Rosický, now Sparta Prague’s sporting director, announced the signing, marking a significant win against competing clubs. Uchenna, who officially joins in January 2025, chose Sparta for its strong developmental potential.
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Veteran midfielder Rabiu Ali, representing Kano Pillars, will captain an 18man CHAN Eagles squad in a crucial first leg playoff against Ghana’s Black Galaxies in Accra this Sunday. At 44 years old, Ali’s inclusion has sparked debates, with critics questioning whether he is still at his peak performance. Stand in coach Daniel Ogunmodede has selected
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In a significant move to bolster grassroots sports and address youth restiveness, Niger State has announced plans to construct stadia in all 25 Local Government Areas LGAs. Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago made this revelation at the 45th Governor’s Cup final, held at the IBBU Lapai Kobo Campus football field, where Lapai United clinched victory against
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Nigerian footballers showcased their talent across Europe on Thursday, December 19, with key contributions from Chuba Akpom and Samuel Akere in their respective matches. Ajax Amsterdam advanced to the TOTO KNVB Beker round of 16 with a 2-0 victory over Telstar at the Johan Cruijff ArenA. Super sub Chuba Akpom sealed the win with a
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The Flamingos, Nigeria’s U17 women’s football team, will face hosts Ghana in the WAFU B U17 Championship final this Sunday. On the same day, the CHAN Eagles will also clash with their Ghanaian rivals in another eagerly anticipated Jollof Derby. The Flamingos advanced to the final with a 2-0 victory over Benin in the semifinals.
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Ademola Lookman, known for maintaining a private personal life, made a rare public appearance with his partner, Jayda Love, during a momentous occasion where he was crowned Africa’s Best Player. The Super Eagles star shared a heartfelt moment on stage, kissing his American partner and marking their first official outing together. Rumours of their relationship
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The Super Eagles of Nigeria have concluded 2024 with their worst FIFA ranking in six years, standing at 44th globally and fifth in Africa. This marks a significant drop in form for the three-time African champions, who began the year with promise after reaching the final of the delayed 2023 Africa Cup of Nations AFCON
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Esther Toluwa Otenigbagbe, a recent graduate of the National Institute for Sports NIS in Lagos, has called for more female football coaches in Nigeria. After completing her long awaited coaching course, Otenigbagbe described the achievement as the fulfilment of a dream she has pursued since 2001. Speaking after her graduation, she shared how her father’s
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Nigerian forward Gift Orban, currently out of favour at French Ligue 1 club Lyon, is on the verge of a transfer to German Bundesliga side Hoffenheim. Renowned transfer expert Fabrizio Romano confirmed that negotiations are at an advanced stage, with Hoffenheim emerging as the leading contender despite interest from Turkish clubs. “More on Gift Orban
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