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Ezenwata Continues Goal Scoring Streak but Chelsea U18s Fall to Arsenal

By Kelechi Abel / Match Previews & Reviews / March 12, 2025

Chizzy Ezenwata extended his impressive goal streak to five consecutive matches, scoring twice in Chelsea U18s’ 3-2 loss to Arsenal U18s at Cobham Training Ground. In the 82nd minute, Ezenwata headed in a free-kick from Landon Emenalo, son of former Super Eagles international Michael Emenalo, but Chelsea ran out of time to find an equalizer. […]

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Former Goalkeeper Turned Striker Making Waves at TP Mazembe

By Kelechi Abel / Tactics & Analysis / March 12, 2025

In a rare and remarkable transition, Shaibu Suleman, a former Nigerian goalkeeper, is now excelling as a striker for TP Mazembe in the Congolese league. The 25 year old, who once guarded the posts, has now become an attacking game-changer, delivering crucial goals despite limited playing time. From Goalkeeper to Striker: A Unique Career Shift

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Ijamilusi shines in Chinese Women’s Premier League debut

By Kelechi Abel / Women's Football / March 12, 2025

Folashade Ijamilusi made an immediate impact in her Chinese Women’s Premier League debut for Liaoning Baiye, providing an assist in their 3-0 victory over defending champions Wuhan Jianghan. Ijamilusi, formerly of Robo Queens and Edo Queens, had already made history in Nigeria, finishing as the top scorer in the NWFL before securing her move abroad

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Christy Ucheibe Wins 5th Consecutive Taça da Liga Title with Benfica

By Kelechi Abel / Fan Zone / March 12, 2025

Super Falcons midfielder Christy Ucheibe has added another trophy to her growing collection after helping Benfica Women secure the 2025 Taça da Liga title. This victory marks her fifth consecutive triumph in the competition, further solidifying her role as a key figure in Benfica’s dominance in Portuguese women’s football. Since joining the club, Ucheibe has

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Kogi United Appoints Opana as Head Coach, Targets NNL Promotion

By Kelechi Abel / Local Clubs and Academies / March 12, 2025

Kogi United FC has appointed Coach Opana as their new head coach, with the primary objective of securing promotion to the Nigeria National League NNL. The club’s chairman, Honourable Abdulmalik Isah, praised Opana’s experience and discipline, emphasizing his ability to lead the team to success in the upcoming season. He encouraged the new coach to

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Super Eagles call up Anthony confident of wins vs. Rwanda, Zimbabwe

By Kelechi Abel / National Team News / March 12, 2025

Anthony Dennis, the Göztepe midfielder, has expressed his confidence that the Super Eagles will secure victories over Rwanda and Zimbabwe to revive their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification campaign. “These two games won’t be easy, but I believe the team will give everything to put smiles on the faces of Nigerians,”. “The players know just

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Youngster Victor Udoh Closes in on Premier League Debut with Southampton

By Kelechi Abel / Fan Zone / March 12, 2025

Victor Udoh, a promising Nigerian winger, is on the verge of making his Premier League debut with Southampton after impressing with the club’s reserve team. The 21 year old, who previously played for Belgian club Antwerp, could be included in the matchday squad for Southampton’s home game against Wolves this weekend. Udoh, a former Golden

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Okereke draws interest from Besiktas, Trabzonspor, and Samsunspor

By Kelechi Abel / Transfer News / March 12, 2025

Three Turkish Super Lig clubs are in talks to sign Nigerian forward David Okereke, following his impressive performances for Gaziantep FK this season. With Victor Osimhen being the only Nigerian player with more goal contributions in the Turkish Super Lig, Okereke’s displays have attracted interest from Besiktas, Trabzonspor, and Samsunspor, who see him as a

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Chioma Olise Delighted as Trabzonspor Women Secure 2-0 Win Over Besiktas

By Kelechi Abel / Match Previews & Reviews / March 11, 2025

Super Falcons midfielder Chioma Olise expressed her joy after Trabzonspor Women secured an important 2-0 victory over Besiktas Women in Round 19 of the Turkish Women’s Football League on Sunday. Olise, who was introduced in the second half, highlighted the team’s determination and winning mentality after the match. “I’m thrilled with today’s result. We fought

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Alice scores as FC Masar extend lead in Egyptian Women’s Premier League

By Kelechi Abel / Women's Football / March 11, 2025

Nigerian forward Alice Ogebe continued her impressive goal-scoring form for Egyptian Women’s Premier League champions FC Masar, netting in back to back matches. The win keeps FC Masar at the top of the league standings with 52 points, maintaining a slim one-point lead over rivals Al Ahly, who defeated Maadi 5-0 to stay in the

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