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Bayelsa Queens Eye Group Lead as Sam Nelly Fight to Stay Alive

Bayelsa Queens Eye Group Lead as Sam Nelly Fight to Stay Alive

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Bayelsa Queens continue their quest for the top spot in Group B of the WAFU B CAF Women’s Champions League qualifiers when they face off against Benin Republic’s Sam Nelly FC later today. The Nigerian champions arrive buoyant, firmly holding the lead in their group as the final group-stage match approaches. Sitting comfortably at the

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Dele-Bashiru, Awaziem Suffer Defeats With Lazio, Nantes

Dele-Bashiru, Awaziem Suffer Defeats With Lazio, Nantes

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Nigerian duo Fisayo Dele-Bashiru and Chidozie Awaziem endured a tough weekend in Europe as Lazio and Nantes both fell to defeats in their respective leagues. Dele-Bashiru was handed a start for Lazio but could not prevent the Serie A side from slipping to a 2–1 loss against Torino. The former Flying Eagles midfielder worked hard

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Remo Stars Held as Okon Reflects on Celebration Against Former Club

Remo Stars Held as Okon Reflects on Celebration Against Former Club

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In an emotional start to the NPFL season, Rivers United’s Aniekeme Okon reflected on his celebration following his goal against former club Remo Stars an early header in their 1–1 draw at the MKO Abiola Stadium in Abeokuta. Okon’s glancing header in just the third minute, assisted by Timothy Zachariah, put Rivers United ahead. Remo

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Moffi Heads Nice to First Ligue 1 Win with 3-1 Victory Over Auxerre

Moffi Heads Nice to First Ligue 1 Win with 3-1 Victory Over Auxerre

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OGC Nice recorded their first Ligue 1 win of the season on Saturday night, beating Auxerre 3-1 at the Allianz Riviera. Terem Moffi, who came off the bench in the 73rd minute, nodded in what became Nice’s third goal just three minutes later his first of the campaign. Moffi has been on the mend after

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Iwobi and Bassey Eye Historic Fulham Win Over Man United

Iwobi and Bassey Eye Historic Fulham Win Over Man United

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Fulham duo Alex Iwobi and Calvin Bassey are targeting their first victory over Manchester United at Craven Cottage since 2009 when the two sides clash this weekend. The Super Eagles stars featured last weekend as Fulham held Brighton to a 1-1 draw, courtesy of Rodrigo Muniz’s dramatic 97th-minute equaliser. Meanwhile, United began their campaign with

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Finidi George Sets Sights on Season-Opening Victory Against Remo Stars

Finidi George Sets Sights on Season-Opening Victory Against Remo Stars

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Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) new boys Rivers United will kick off their 2025–26 season against Remo Stars in Abeokuta, with head coach Finidi George aiming for an immediate positive result. Speaking ahead of the fixture, Finidi emphasized the importance of starting the campaign on a strong note. “Our focus is to secure three points

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Super Eagles Clinch Win Over Congo as Yusuf and Alimi Deliver

Super Eagles Clinch Win Over Congo as Yusuf and Alimi Deliver

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A spirited end to their African Nations Championship (CHAN 2024) campaign saw Nigeria beat Congo 2-0 on Tuesday night. Having already bowed out following losses to Senegal and Sudan, the Super Eagles rediscovered rhythm in their final group match. Anas Yusuf broke the deadlock in the 55th minute, calmly converting from close range after Sikiru

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Dessers Battles Onyedika for UCL Spot as Rangers Face Brugge

Dessers Battles Onyedika for UCL Spot as Rangers Face Brugge

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Cyriel Dessers and Raphael Onyedika, two Super Eagles teammates, are poised to face off in a high-stakes duel as Rangers lock horns with Club Brugge in the UEFA Champions League playoff round. Rangers secured their spot with a 4–2 aggregate win over Viktoria Plzen, while Club Brugge advanced past RB Salzburg by the same margin.

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Adams Shines with Assist Despite Sevilla’s Defeat to Bilbao

Adams Shines with Assist Despite Sevilla’s Defeat to Bilbao

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Jerome Adams made his mark with an assist, though Sevilla suffered a narrow 3-2 loss to Athletic Bilbao at San Mamés on Sunday night. Adams, handed a starting berth by new manager Matías Almeyda, showed his quality in attack and combined well with teammates throughout the contest. The former Flying Eagles forward set up Lucien

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Sule’s Spot-Kick Makes No Difference as Enyimba U19 Bow Out of Group B

Sule’s Spot-Kick Makes No Difference as Enyimba U19 Bow Out of Group B

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Sule converted from the penalty spot to hand Enyimba U19 a 1–0 win over Rangers U19 in their final Group B fixture. Despite that late success, the result proved insufficient Enyimba U19 still exited the competition at the group stage. We note that in youth tournaments, margins are small and outcomes often hinge on consistency

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