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Dessers Scores, Assists as Rangers Rout Viktoria Plzen in UCL Qualifier

Dessers Scores, Assists as Rangers Rout Viktoria Plzen in UCL Qualifier

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Super Eagles striker Cyriel Dessers was in scintillating form as Rangers delivered a commanding 3–0 win over Viktoria Plzen, in the first leg of the UEFA Champions League third qualifying round at Ibrox Stadium. Dessers opened the scoring sheet not from the spot this time, but with a precise assist in the 14th minute, setting

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Obilor Okeke Shines with Winning Goal as KFUM Thriller Ends in Victory

Obilor Okeke Shines with Winning Goal as KFUM Thriller Ends in Victory

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Norwegian-born forward Obilor Denzel Okeke helped KFUM Oslo secure a vital 2–1 comeback win in the Eliteserien, scoring the decisive goal on his first start of the season. Okeke, who struggled earlier in the campaign due to illness and injury, marked his return emphatically, earning widespread praise. The 23 year old, now fully match-fit, has

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Remo Stars Begin NPFL Title Defence Against Rivers United

Remo Stars Begin NPFL Title Defence Against Rivers United

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Remo Stars, the reigning Nigeria Premier Football League champions, will begin their 2025/26 title defence by hosting Rivers United at their home ground in Ikenne. The fixture was confirmed at the official draw ceremony held in Abuja as the NPFL season prepares to kick off on the weekend of 22–24 August 2025. This season’s campaign

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Payne’s Everton Face Liverpool, Nnadozie’s Brighton Host Villa in WSL

Payne’s Everton Face Liverpool, Nnadozie’s Brighton Host Villa in WSL

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The 2025–26 Women’s Super League (WSL) season kicks off on Sunday, 7 September 2025, with two Nigerian internationals set to feature prominently. Toni Payne’s Everton will face Liverpool in a Merseyside derby at Anfield, while Chiamaka Nnadozie’s Brighton &amp Hove Albion will host Aston Villa at Broadfield Stadium. Both matches are scheduled for 14:00 BST.

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Flying Eagles Lose WAFU B U20 Boys Cup Final After Goalkeeping Error

Flying Eagles Lose WAFU B U20 Boys Cup Final After Goalkeeping Error

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Nigeria’s Flying Eagles were narrowly defeated 1–0 by Ivory Coast in the WAFU B U20 Boys Cup final last night, with a late strike from Zakaria Tindano securing the victory for the Ivorians. The encounter remained tense throughout, with Nigeria creating the first notable chances. Muhammed Muhammed tested the Ivorian keeper with a low strike

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Alozie’s Injury‑Time Strike Sends Super Falcons into WAFCON Final

Alozie’s Injury‑Time Strike Sends Super Falcons into WAFCON Final

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Michelle Alozie scored deep into stoppage time to give Nigeria a dramatic 2–1 win over holders South Africa in the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations semi‑final in Casablanca. The Houston Dash forward dazzled with a long‑range effort in the 94th minute, securing a place in the final and energising the Super Falcons’ “Mission X” for a

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Teenager Jimoh-Aloba Proud Despite Midfield Role in Villa Defeat

Teenager Jimoh-Aloba Proud Despite Midfield Role in Villa Defeat

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Seventeen year old Jamaldeen Jimoh‑Aloba marked his full midfield debut for Aston Villa during their friendly against a German side, despite the team suffering a loss. He featured for the entire 90 minutes, impressing observers with his creativity, composure and excellent distribution. The teenager demonstrated calmness under pressure, seamlessly linking defence and attack. His passing

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Beyond Limits clinch Gothia Cup title with thrilling shootout win

Beyond Limits clinch Gothia Cup title with thrilling shootout win

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An intense B17E Gothia Cup final in Gothenburg saw Nigeria’s Beyond Limits triumph over Ivory Coast’s ASEC Mimosas on penalties, securing the prestigious title. ASEC struck first through Émile Emmanuel Zongo in the fifth minute, but Beyond Limits restored parity by the 20th minute, taking the game into a tense second half. When extra time

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Super Falcons Crush Zambia 5‑0 to March into WAFCON Semi‑Finals

Super Falcons Crush Zambia 5‑0 to March into WAFCON Semi‑Finals

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Nigeria’s Super Falcons secured a commanding 5‑0 win over Zambia in the WAFCON 2024 quarter‑finals on Friday in Casablanca, advancing to the semi‑finals. Osinachi Ohale, Esther Okoronkwo, Chiwendu Ihezuo, Tosin Demehin and Folashade Ijamilusi all found the net, cementing their reputation as the tournament’s most dominant side. Ohale set the tone early, heading home Okoronkwo’s

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Super Falcons Held by Algeria in Goalless Group B Draw

Super Falcons Held by Algeria in Goalless Group B Draw

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Nigeria’s Super Falcons were held to a 0–0 stalemate by Algeria in their final group-stage clash of WAFCON 2024 in Casablanca. The match, played under emotional circumstances, saw both sides locked in, as neither Rasheedat Ajibade, Jennifer Echegini, nor Chinwendu Ihezuo could break the deadlock. Moments before kickoff, the Falcons observed a minute’s silence in

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