Awards & Recognition - Football In Nigeria

Moffi and Sanusi Are Champions of Portugal — And the Stories Behind the Title Could Not Be More Different

By Kelechi / Awards & Recognition / May 4, 2026

Two Nigerians. One trophy. Completely different journeys to get there. Zaidu Sanusi earned his second title with the club after four years of consistent service. Terem Moffi arrived on loan in January from a club in crisis and is leaving as a champion. Porto’s 31st Primeira Liga title belongs to both of them. FC Porto

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Eze Wins Inaugural PFA Community Prize at London Awards

By Ubaso / Awards & Recognition / March 7, 2026

Eberechi Eze is the first footballer to win the PFA Men’s Player in the Community Champion award. It is a brand-new prize introduced at the 2026 London Football Awards. And the man who won it is a Nigerian-heritage player from Greenwich who grew up dreaming of

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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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Nwabali Named Man of the Match in Super Eagles’ AFCON Bronze Win Over Egypt

By Kelechi / Awards & Recognition / January 18, 2026

Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali was named Man of the Match after a pivotal performance in Nigeria’s third-place playoff victory over Egypt at the AFCON 2025 tournament. The match ended 0–0 after regulation, and Nigeria claimed the bronze medal with a 4–2 penalty shootout win at the Stade Mohammed V in Casablanca. Nwabali played a

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Taofeek Named 2025 Cool Wealth Revelation Player of the Year

By Kelechi / Awards & Recognition / January 14, 2026

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

By Kelechi / Awards & Recognition / January 11, 2026

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

By Kelechi / 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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Ekong Honoured by Akwa Ibom Governor as He Leaves International Stage

By Kelechi / Awards & Recognition / December 6, 2025

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

By Kelechi / Awards & Recognition / November 22, 2025

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

By Kelechi / Awards & Recognition / November 21, 2025

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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