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Enugu Chosen as Host for Nigeria National League Super Eight Playoff

By Kelechi / NPFL / April 30, 2024

The Nigeria National League NNL has officially announced Enugu as the host city for the upcoming Super Eight playoff. This selection was confirmed by NNL chairman George Aluo, following the commitment from the Enugu State Government to provide necessary logistics for the event. Chairman Aluo expressed his gratitude, highlighting the state’s enthusiasm for hosting the […]

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Leicester City Aims for Record with Iheanacho, Ndidi’s Help

By Kelechi / Events & Tournaments / April 30, 2024

Leicester City, bolstered by Nigerian internationals Kelechi Iheanacho and Wilfred Ndidi, is on the brink of matching a century old record set by Tottenham Hotspur. After clinching the Championship title with a decisive 3-0 victory over Preston North End at Deepdale, Leicester now aims to equal Tottenham’s record for the most wins in a single

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Liverpool’s Fola Onanuga Nominated for Goal of the Month

By Kelechi / Youth Development / April 30, 2024

Fola Onanuga, a promising Nigerian midfielder at Liverpool, has been nominated for the club’s prestigious Goal of the Month award for April 2024. His nomination comes following an exceptional goal scored against Newcastle United in an Under 18 Premier League match on April 16. The 17 year old, who has been a regular feature for

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Ademola Lookman Leads Atalanta to Thrilling Coppa Italia Final Victory

By Kelechi / Match Previews & Reviews / April 30, 2024

Nigeria international Ademola Lookman played a pivotal role in Atalanta’s dramatic victory over Fiorentina in the Coppa Italia semi final. The former Everton forward scored a critical goal in injury time, clinching a spot in the final for his team. Atalanta entered the match needing to overturn a 1-0 deficit from the first leg. They

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Tottenham Hotspur Advances Talks for Nigerian Defender Tosin Adarabioyo

By Kelechi / Transfer News / April 30, 2024

Tottenham Hotspur is actively pursuing Fulham’s Nigerian central defender, Tosin Adarabioyo, aiming to finalize a transfer as he approaches the end of his contract. Adarabioyo, 26, has notably declined several extension offers from Fulham, signalling his intention to explore new opportunities after his contract expires in June. The north London club has been consistently in

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Super Falcons’ Chiamaka Nnadozie Wins Best Goalkeeper in France Award

By Kelechi / Player Profiles / April 30, 2024

Chiamaka Nnadozie, the renowned goalkeeper for the Super Falcons, has been honoured as the best women’s goalkeeper in France, a recognition that has thrilled the Nigerian star. Nnadozie has been exceptional this season, achieving six clean sheets in 16 league appearances, totalling 1,440 minutes of play. The accolade was celebrated by Nnadozie on her Instagram,

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Super Eagles Face Challenges in 2026 World Cup Qualifiers: Adepoju

By Kelechi / News / April 30, 2024

Former Nigerian international, Mutiu Adepoju, has highlighted the challenges that lie ahead for the Super Eagles in the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. According to Adepoju, the matches against South Africa and Benin are expected to be particularly difficult. Nigeria is set to face South Africa on June 3rd, 2024, followed by a game

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Finidi George Takes Helm as Super Eagles Head Coach

By Kelechi / National Team News / April 29, 2024

Finidi George, the celebrated former winger, has been officially appointed as the new head coach of Nigeria’s national football team, the Super Eagles. This decision was sanctioned by the Nigeria Football Federation’s Board following the endorsement from its Technical and Development Committee. George, who previously served as an assistant to José Santos Peseiro, stepped in

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Lazio Shows Interest in Super Eagles Midfielder Fisayo Dele Bashiru

By Kelechi / Transfer News / April 29, 2024

Lazio, the prestigious Serie A club, is reportedly interested in securing Nigerian international Fisayo Dele Bashiru, currently playing for Turkish Super Lig club Hatayspor. This interest was initially reported by Turkish journalist Reşat Can Özbudak, highlighting Lazio’s exploration of strengthening their midfield as the transfer window approaches. While the Rome based team has engaged in

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Chuba Akpom Highlights Impactful Guidance from Nigerian Agent at Ajax

By Kelechi / Merch & Branding / April 29, 2024

Ajax Amsterdam’s Chuba Akpom has expressed profound gratitude towards his agent, Emeka Obasi, who he describes as a ‘big brother.’ Obasi, a London based Nigerian and head of Elite Project Group, has significantly shaped Akpom’s professional path. This agency also represents notable Super Eagles players like Terem Moffi, Ola Aina, Alex Iwobi, Josh Maja, and

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