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Title Chase and Relegation Battles Heat Up as NPFL Resumes

By Kelechi Abel / NPFL / May 26, 2024

Nigerian Professional Football League NPFL action is set to resume today following a break that allowed Rivers United to play their outstanding games and for the President Federation Cup matches to proceed. Week 33 fixtures will heighten the competition for the championship, with leaders Enugu Rangers competing against Bayelsa United, and close contenders Remo Stars […]

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Asisat Oshoala Makes History as Barcelona Femení Win Champions League

By Kelechi Abel / Women's Football / May 26, 2024

Nigerian superstar Asisat Oshoala has made history by becoming the first African to win three UEFA Women’s Champions League UWCL titles. Oshoala, despite transferring to Bay FC in the United States mid season, received a winner’s medal for her contributions to Barcelona Femení’s campaign. Oshoala played in two group stage matches and scored once before

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Aribo Seeks EPL Promotion as Southampton Battle Leeds United

By Kelechi Abel / Tactics & Analysis / May 26, 2024

Super Eagles midfielder Joe Aribo is aiming to finish the season on a high as Southampton faces Leeds United in a crucial Championship Playoff final. A victory in this match will secure Southampton’s promotion to the Premier League. Aribo, who has been called up by Super Eagles head coach Finidi George for the 2026 World

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U17 AFCONQ Youbah Coulibaly’s Goal Ends Nigeria’s Clean Sheet Streak

By Kelechi Abel / News / May 26, 2024

The Golden Eaglets’ impressive run of clean sheets came to an end as they suffered a 1-0 defeat to Ivory Coast in the semifinals of the 2024 WAFU B U17 AFCON qualifiers at the University of Ghana Stadium. Ivory Coast’s Youbah Coulibaly scored the decisive goal in the 55th minute, breaking through Nigeria’s defence and

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Victor Boniface and Nathan Tella Celebrate German League and Cup Double

By Kelechi Abel / Events & Tournaments / May 26, 2024

Victor Boniface and Nathan Tella achieved a remarkable feat as Bayer Leverkusen secured both the Bundesliga title and the German Cup. The team clinched the cup with a 1-0 victory over Kaiserslautern in the final, thanks to a decisive first half goal. In the final match, Tella came on as a late substitute, while Boniface

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Nigerian Forward Etiosa Ighodaro Seeks Exit from Mamelodi Sundowns

By Kelechi Abel / Fan Zone / May 26, 2024

Nigerian forward Etiosa Ighodaro has expressed his intention to leave South African club Mamelodi Sundowns. Since joining the club in July 2021, Ighodaro has not played in any competitive matches for Sundowns. The 22 year old is currently on loan at Super Sport United, where he has made 33 appearances, scoring eight goals and providing

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NWFL Super 6 Adebisi Sadiat Reflects on Defeat, Rates Herself 60%

By Kelechi Abel / Women's Football / May 25, 2024

Confluence Queens’ player Adebisi Sadiat expressed her disappointment following the team’s defeat to Rivers Angels in the Nigerian Women Football League NWFL Super 6 at Yenagoa, Bayelsa State. The loss, marked by Chiamaka Okwuchukwu’s two goals in the 70th and 90th minutes, has dashed Confluence Queens’ hopes of winning the Super 6. Despite a spirited

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Butler Oyedeji Competes for Arsenal Goal of the Month

By Kelechi Abel / Merch & Branding / May 25, 2024

Nathan Butler Oyedeji’s stunning goal for Arsenal U21s in their 6-2 victory over Manchester United in the Premier League 2 playoffs has been nominated for Arsenal’s Goal of the Month for May. In the match, Butler Oyedeji received a pass from James Sweet after a quick series of exchanges starting from the defence, rounded the

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NPFL Boss Elegbeleye Calls for Best Practices as Season Concludes

By Kelechi Abel / NPFL / May 25, 2024

Gbenga Elegbeleye, Chairman of the Nigeria Premier Football League NPFL, has urged clubs and match referees to adhere to the rules and maintain the spirit of the game as the season nears its end. Elegbeleye praised the clubs for their improved performances and competitiveness, emphasizing the need to avoid controversies in the final six matches.

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Derby County Trials Former Chelsea Youth Goalkeeper Prince Adegoke

By Kelechi Abel / Transfer News / May 25, 2024

Championship newcomers Derby County have offered a trial to Nigerian goalkeeper Prince Adegoke, with a view to signing him. Adegoke, who was previously on the books at Charlton Athletic, is seeking a new club after being released. Adegoke, along with four other Nigerian players, was let go by Charlton Athletic. Despite not making a senior

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