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Moffi Makes Winning FC Porto Debut After Joining on Loan

By Kelechi / Events & Tournaments / February 16, 2026

Nigerian international Terem Moffi marked his first appearance for FC Porto with a winning performance after joining the Portuguese giants on loan from French side OGC Nice. The 26 year old forward was included in Porto’s matchday squad for a Primeira Liga victory, helping the Dragons maintain their push in the title race following his […]

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Sadiq Nets First La Liga Goal of the Season in Valencia’s 2–0 Win at Levante

By Kelechi / Match Previews & Reviews / February 16, 2026

Super Eagles striker Umar Sadiq scored his first league goal of the season to help Valencia CF secure a 2–0 victory away at Levante in a La Liga EA Sports match on Sunday. Sadiq’s late strike sealed the win after Largie Ramazani opened the scoring in the 64th minute, crucial as Valencia climb out of

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Bayelsa Queens Coach Calls for Home-Based Super Falcons Team

By Kelechi / Women's Football / February 15, 2026

Bayelsa Queens head coach Whyte Ogbonda has urged the Nigeria Football Federation to consider establishing a Super Falcons squad composed entirely of home-based players, arguing it would strengthen the national women’s team and deepen the talent pool. His comments come amid discussions about the team’s selection policy ahead of major competitions. Ogbonda believes that relying

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CAF Champions League: Rivers United Fall 3–0 to RS Berkane in Final Group Match

By Kelechi / Events & Tournaments / February 15, 2026

Nigerian side Rivers United ended their CAF Champions League campaign on a disappointing note after a 3–0 defeat to Moroccan outfit RS Berkane in their final Group A match on Saturday. The loss confirmed a tough group stage for Rivers United, who finished bottom of their section with just one point from six games. Meanwhile,

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Savio Idezi Stars as Smart City Beat Gateway FC 3–2 in Five-Goal NNL Thriller

By Kelechi / Awards & Recognition / February 15, 2026

In an exciting Nigeria National League (NNL) clash, Smart City FC edged Gateway FC 3–2 in a five goal thriller on Saturday, with Savio Idezi earning the Man of the Match award after a standout performance. The win keeps Smart City strong in Conference A. The contest featured end to end action at the NNL

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Beyond Limits Edge Heartland 1–0 in Crucial NNL Clash as Akpabio Strikes

By Kelechi / Local Clubs and Academies / February 15, 2026

In a key Nigeria National League (NNL) encounter on Saturday, Beyond Limits FA claimed a vital 1–0 home win over Heartland FC, with Mark Akpabio scoring the lone goal. The victory keeps Beyond Limits firmly in the race at the top of Conference A. Akpabio’s goal proved decisive in a closely contested match played at

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Fago Lawal Applauded After Scoring First Goal for Viktoria Plzeň

By Kelechi / Match Previews & Reviews / February 15, 2026

Nigerian striker Salim Fago Lawal earned praise from Viktoria Plzeň head coach Martin Hyský after netting his first goal for the Czech side in their 2–1 league victory over Sigma Olomouc on Saturday. Lawal’s goal came in the 17th minute and was crucial in helping Plzeň take the early lead before they held on for

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Falconets Beat Senegal 2–1 Away to Reach Final Round of U-20 WWCQ

By Kelechi / Women's Football / February 15, 2026

The Nigeria U-20 women’s national team, the Falconets, secured a vital 2–1 away win over Senegal in the second leg of their 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup qualifying tie in Dakar on Saturday. The victory gave Nigeria a 3–1 aggregate win and booked their place in the final qualifying round, where they will face

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Chidera Ejuke Features as Sevilla Share Point with Alavés in La Liga 1–1 Draw

By Kelechi / Events & Tournaments / February 15, 2026

Nigerian winger Chidera Ejuke appeared for Sevilla as his side played out a 1–1 draw with Deportivo Alavés in a La Liga EA Sports clash at the Ramón Sánchez-Pizjuán Stadium on Saturday. The result keeps Sevilla in a congested mid-table battle as both clubs seek vital points in Spain’s top flight. Ejuke entered the match

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Nwaiwu Laments Trabzonspor’s 3–2 Home Defeat to Fenerbahçe in Süper Lig

By Kelechi / Events & Tournaments / February 15, 2026

Super Eagles defender Chibuike Nwaiwu expressed his disappointment after Trabzonspor suffered a 3–2 loss to Fenerbahçe in a Süper Lig clash at Papara Park on Saturday night. Nwaiwu, who provided the assist for Trabzonspor’s early goal, insisted his side deserved more from the match despite the defeat. Trabzonspor took the lead in the sixth minute

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