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Rivers Angels Break Pacesetter Queens’ Home Run with 2–1 Win in Ibadan

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

It was a lively Matchday 3 evening in Ibadan as Rivers Angels edged Pacesetter Queens 2–1, ending the home side’s hopes of a first win at the Adamasingba Stadium. Pacesetter Queens drew first blood very early, with Grace Saliu netting in the 2nd minute to give the hosts an unexpected lead. But Rivers Angels responded and […]

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Osimhen Crowned Turkey’s Sportsman of the Year After Stellar Season

By Kelechi Abel / Awards & Recognition / December 11, 2025

Super Eagles and Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen has been named Sportsman of the Year in Turkey at the 2025 GQ Türkiye Men of the Year Awards. The Nigerian forward was honoured at the annual ceremony, recognising his exceptional performances for his club. Last season, Osimhen was a talisman for Galatasaray — scoring 37 goals and

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Ekiti Queens in Hot Water After Fans Attack Match Officials

By Kelechi Abel / Law & Ethics / December 11, 2025

Match officials who oversaw the Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) Matchday 3 game between Ekiti Queens and Edo Queens endured a frightening experience after the home side lost 1-0 in Ado-Ekiti. According to reports, supporters of Ekiti Queens stormed the pitch after the final whistle, harassing the match officials an act that immediately placed the

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West Ham Eye Nigerian Midfield Dynamo Nnadi in January Push

By Kelechi Abel / Transfer News / December 11, 2025

West Ham United are preparing to launch a January bid for 22 year old Nigerian midfielder Tochukwu Nnadi, currently plying his trade with Belgian side Zulte Waregem. Nnadi, a defensive-minded midfielder, has emerged as one of Europe’s most talked about young prospects ahead of the winter transfer window. His performances this season for Zulte Waregem

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Why Coach Ogunmodede Has Been Missing from Remo Stars’ Dugout

By Kelechi Abel / Training & Coaching / December 11, 2025

Remo Stars have clarified why their head coach, Daniel Ogunmodede, has recently been absent from the club’s touchline. Contrary to rumours that he had resigned or been dismissed, the club said Ogunmodede is in Abuja taking part in a CAF B Licence coaching course part of his professional development. Ogunmodede also continues to have duties

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Super Falcons Star Chioma Okafor Seals Move to North Carolina Courage

By Kelechi Abel / Transfer News / December 11, 2025

Super Falcons forward Chioma Okafor has completed a move to National Women’s Soccer League side North Carolina Courage. The club announced her signing on a three-year contract, with an option for a fourth year. The 22 year old signed her first professional contract after wrapping up an impressive collegiate career at the University of Connecticut

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Sidwell Praises Chukwueze’s Impact: “Brings the Spark Fulham Needs”

By Kelechi Abel / Interviews / December 10, 2025

Former Chelsea midfielder Steve Sidwell has lavished praise on Samuel Chukwueze after the Nigerian winger’s performance for Fulham FC in their recent match against Crystal Palace. Chukwueze — who came on as a second-half substitute — impressed with the energy and inventiveness he injected into Fulham’s play. According to Sidwell, the former Villarreal man has

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Akor Adams Tops Europe’s Offside Charts Despite Sevilla Role

By Kelechi Abel / Technology / December 10, 2025

Nigerian forward Akor Adams has been flagged offside 22 times this season — more than any other striker across Europe’s top five leagues, according to a report by Estadio Deportivo. The 25 year old, now at Sevilla FC, has featured in 13 matches this campaign, scoring two goals. His last strike came in early October, during

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Onuachu Turns Defender — Earns Praise After Surprise Role in Trabzonspor’s Win

By Kelechi Abel / Tactics & Analysis / December 10, 2025

In a dramatic twist in Sunday’s match, Paul Onuachu usually the spearhead of attack – was redeployed to central defence during Trabzonspor’s 2–1 away victory over Göztepe, and emerged as a surprise hero for the club. The change came late in the contest with right-back Wagner Pina shown a straight red card in the 78th

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Osimhen Poised to Smash More Records as Galatasaray Face Monaco

By Kelechi Abel / Events & Tournaments / December 10, 2025

Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen is on the verge of yet another milestone as his club prepares to face AS Monaco in the UEFA Champions League tonight. According to reports, the Nigerian forward already in red-hot form could set fresh records if he finds the back of the net. Osimhen has already struck six goals in

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