Awards and Recognition

Taofeek Named 2025 Cool Wealth Revelation Player of the Year

Taofeek Named 2025 Cool Wealth Revelation Player of the Year

Lech Poznań winger Ismaheel Taofeek has further burnished his burgeoning reputation in European football after being named Revelation Player of the Year at the 2025 Cool Wealth Awards. The 25 year old Nigerian was chosen ahead of a strong shortlist of nominees, including Chibuike Nwaiwu (Trabzonspor), Emmanuel Uchenna (Sparta Praha), Obah Prosper (Shakhtar Donetsk) and […]

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AFCON 2025: Osimhen Scoops MOTM in Super Eagles’ Win Over Algeria

AFCON 2025: Osimhen Scoops MOTM in Super Eagles’ Win Over Algeria

Super Eagles talisman Victor Osimhen was named Man of the Match after a commanding performance in Nigeria’s 2–0 Africa Cup of Nations 2025 quarter-final victory over Algeria in Marrakech. Osimhen scored the opening goal shortly after halftime and provided the assist for Akor Adams’ second strike, playing a central role in Nigeria’s progression to the

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

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

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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Ekong Honoured by Akwa Ibom Governor as He Leaves International Stage

Ekong Honoured by Akwa Ibom Governor as He Leaves International Stage

William Troost-Ekong has received warm tributes from Umo Eno, Governor of Akwa Ibom State, following the defender’s decision to retire from international football. On Friday, 5 December 2025, Governor Eno, via his Commissioner for Sports Paul Bassey, described Troost-Ekong’s career as “illustrious and exemplary,” praising his dedication, discipline, and leadership both on and off the

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Flying Eagles’ Gilmore Delighted After Winning Latvian Club’s Goal of Season Award

Flying Eagles’ Gilmore Delighted After Winning Latvian Club’s Goal of Season Award

Former Flying Eagles forward Luqman Gilmore has expressed his delight after winning the Goal of the Season award at his Latvian club. Gilmore said the recognition means a lot to him and is a reward for his hard work on the pitch.  Gilmore added that he hopes the award will boost his confidence and inspire

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Nnadozie Earns Second Straight WSL Save of the Month Nomination

Nnadozie Earns Second Straight WSL Save of the Month Nomination

Super Falcons goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie has been nominated for the Barclays Women’s Super League Save of the Month for November 2025, marking her second consecutive nomination in as many months. The 24 year old shot-stopper was recognised for an outstanding reaction save against Liverpool, where she tipped Fuka Nagano’s long-range strike onto the crossbar a

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Super Falcons Named CAF Women’s National Team of the Year at 2025 Awards

Super Falcons Named CAF Women’s National Team of the Year at 2025 Awards

Nigeria’s Super Falcons have been crowned the 2025 CAF Women’s National Team of the Year, affirming their dominance in African women’s football.  The award was presented on 19 November 2025 at the CAF Awards ceremony held in Rabat, Morocco. This accolade comes after a remarkable season for the Falcons, in which they secured a record-extending

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Ghizlane Chebbak Wins CAF Women’s Player of the Year Award

Ghizlane Chebbak Wins CAF Women’s Player of the Year Award

Morocco’s Ghizlane Chebbak has been named the CAF Women’s Player of the Year for 2025, edging out Nigeria’s Rasheedat Ajibade and her Moroccan teammate Sanaa Mssoudy. The award was presented on 19 November 2025 at the CAF Awards ceremony in Rabat, Morocco. Chebbak enjoyed a standout year, highlighted by her dominant performance in the Women’s

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