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Akwa United in Southern Conference B as NNL Season Kicks Off November

Akwa United in Southern Conference B as NNL Season Kicks Off November

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Nigeria National League (NNL) has placed relegated NPFL side Akwa United in Southern Conference B for the upcoming 2025/26 season, with the league scheduled to begin on 8 November 2025. Akwa United will compete in a group that includes Sporting Lagos, Dakkada, Abakaliki FC, Solution FC, Osun United, First Bank, Stormers and Rovers. Akwa United’s […]

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Onyedika nets first UCL goal as Club Brugge thrash Monaco 4-1

Onyedika nets first UCL goal as Club Brugge thrash Monaco 4-1

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A goal from Super Eagles midfielder Raphael Onyedika helped Club Brugge to a convincing 4-1 victory over AS Monaco in their Champions League group stage opener. Onyedika struck in the 39th minute six minutes before half time to make it 2-0, marking his maiden Champions League goal for Brugge. He played 81 minutes before being

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Rio Ngumoha Makes Champions League History in Liverpool Win

Rio Ngumoha Makes Champions League History in Liverpool Win

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Seventeen year old forward Rio Ngumoha etched his name into the history books after making his UEFA Champions League debut in Liverpool’s 3–2 home win over Atlético Madrid. Ngumoha, who joined Liverpool from Chelsea last summer, became the club’s youngest player ever to feature in a major European competition at just 17 years and 19

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Adeleye Shines on Volos Debut with Crucial Saves in Greek Cup Win

Adeleye Shines on Volos Debut with Crucial Saves in Greek Cup Win

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Super Eagles goalkeeper Adebayo Adeleye made a strong first impression for FC Volos during their Greek Cup clash with Ilioupoli, helping his side to a 3–1 victory. Despite conceding a goal, Adeleye produced several important saves that kept Volos in control and prevented Ilioupoli from mounting a comeback. His composed performance drew praise and helped

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Onana Calms Tensions After Onuachu’s Disallowed Goal

Onana Calms Tensions After Onuachu’s Disallowed Goal

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Manchester United loanee André Onana intervened to calm teammate Paul Onuachu following a controversial disallowed goal during Trabzonspor’s match with Fenerbahçe. The towering striker saw a header ruled out after a VAR review, a decision that visibly frustrated him and led to a heated protest. Onuachu rose well to head past Fenerbahçe defender Milan Skriniar

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Pereira: “He Did Well” — Arokodare Shines Despite Wolves’ Loss to Newcastle

Pereira: “He Did Well” — Arokodare Shines Despite Wolves’ Loss to Newcastle

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Nigerian forward Tolu Arokodare earned praise from Wolverhampton Wanderers boss Vítor Pereira after his performance in Wolves’ 2-0 defeat to Newcastle United. Pereira commended Arokodare, saying: “He did well,” pointing out that the striker’s pressing and physical presence added value to the team’s attack, even in a disappointing result. Despite the scoreline, Arokodare impressed with

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Super Eagles to Face Venezuela in Houston Friendly This November

Super Eagles to Face Venezuela in Houston Friendly This November

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The Super Eagles will take on Venezuela in an international friendly at Houston’s Shell Energy Stadium on Friday, November 14. The match Nigeria’s first outing at the Houston venue serves as part of the team’s final preparations ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. This will be a rematch of the sides’

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196 Year Old Tortoise Tips Nigeria to Score Twice Against South Africa

196 Year Old Tortoise Tips Nigeria to Score Twice Against South Africa

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A legendary 196 year old giant tortoise from Zanzibar’s Prison Island has captured attention by predicting Nigeria will score two goals against South Africa in their World Cup qualifier. The giant reptile, believed to be one of the oldest living creatures on earth, is famed for its symbolic role in local culture and is often

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Nduka Junior Makes Debut for Erbil FC in Goalless Friendly

Nduka Junior Makes Debut for Erbil FC in Goalless Friendly

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Nigerian defender Nduka Junior officially made his first appearance for Erbil FC on Thursday, coming on at half-time in a friendly that ended in a 0-0 draw. The outing marked the Super Eagles B captain’s maiden match since his unveiling earlier in the week following the completion of medicals. The 23 year old joined Erbil

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Abiodun Strikes Sensation on CONCACAF Champions Cup Debut

Abiodun Strikes Sensation on CONCACAF Champions Cup Debut

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Super Falcons midfielder Deborah Abiodun marked her CONCACAF Champions Cup debut with a thunderous strike for Washington Spirit, helping the side to a resounding win on home turf in Washington. Such impactful debuts carry weight. They speak of readiness, of poise when the spotlight shines brightest. By turning her first Champions Cup appearance into a

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