Events & Tournaments - Football In Nigeria

Flying Eagles Defeat Tunisia to Launch U-20 AFCON Campaign in Style

By Kelechi / Events & Tournaments / May 2, 2025

Nigeria’s Flying Eagles opened their 2025 U-20 Africa Cup of Nations campaign with a hard fought 1-0 win over Tunisia at the Cairo International Stadium, kicking off Group B action on a positive note. The decisive goal came in the 37th minute when Auwal Ibrahim showed composure in front of goal, calmly finishing a perfectly […]

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Arsenal Fall to PSG as Nwaneri Makes Late Appearance

By Kelechi / Events & Tournaments / April 30, 2025

Ethan Nwaneri was introduced in the final minutes while fellow Nigerian-eligible player Nathan Butler-Oyedeji watched from the bench as Arsenal suffered a 1-0 loss to Paris Saint-Germain in Tuesday night’s Champions League semifinal at the Emirates Stadium. The deciding moment came early, with Ousmane Dembélé finding the net just four minutes into the clash. The

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Iwuala’s Brilliance Sends Al Arabi SC to Crown Prince Cup Final

By Kelechi / Events & Tournaments / April 29, 2025

Anayo Iwuala delivered a moment of magic to guide Al Arabi SC into the Crown Prince Cup final with a narrow 1-0 win over Al Qadsia at the Jaber Al-Ahmad International Stadium. In a fiercely contested semi-final, the Nigerian winger broke the deadlock with an exceptional assist. Skilfully beating two defenders on the right flank,

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AMAC Celebrate Historic Win at FCT Women’s Football Tournament

By Kelechi / Events & Tournaments / April 29, 2025

AMAC Area Council have etched their name into history by clinching the inaugural FCT FA Women’s Inter-Area Councils Football Tournament title with a hard-fought 1-0 triumph over Gwagwalada Area Council. Ruth Torsue scored the decisive goal in the first half, delivering a memorable victory at the FIFA Goal Project Pitch, Package B of the Moshood

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Osimhen Applauds Galatasaray’s Commanding Win Over Eyupspor

By Kelechi / Events & Tournaments / April 28, 2025

Nigerian star Victor Osimhen has expressed his delight following Galatasaray’s emphatic 4-0 victory over Eyupspor in a thrilling Turkish Cup encounter. The win advanced Galatasaray further in the competition and reaffirmed their strong domestic form. Galatasaray dominated the match from start to finish, with goals from Barış Alper Yılmaz, Kerem Aktürkoğlu, Mauro Icardi, and Halil

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Daniel Edeh Reflects on Career Highlights and Dreams of Bigger Stages

By Kelechi / Events & Tournaments / April 28, 2025

Daniel Edeh’s football journey, from humble beginnings on the muddy pitches of Agbara, Ogun State, to memorable battles against African giants, has been a tale of perseverance and steady growth. The Nigerian defender, who started with Ralek FA and later featured for Unique Star FA of Abuja, has crafted a career defined by resilience. His

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Ndidi Battles Hard Despite Leicester’s Heavy Defeat to Wolves

By Kelechi / Events & Tournaments / April 27, 2025

Wilfred Ndidi featured prominently for Leicester City but could not prevent his side from suffering a 3-0 defeat to Wolverhampton Wanderers in Saturday’s Premier League encounter. The Super Eagles midfielder, appearing for the 25th time this season, continues to be a regular presence for the Foxes despite their struggles. Wolves opened the scoring in the

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Gwagwalada and AMAC Set for Historic Clash in FCT FA Women’s Final

By Kelechi / Events & Tournaments / April 27, 2025

he inaugural edition of the FCT FA Inter-Area Councils Women’s Football Tournament will reach its climax as Gwagwalada Women Team and AMAC Women Team face off in the final on Sunday, April 27, 2025, at the FIFA Goal Project, Abuja. After weeks of spirited competition that unearthed new talents across the Federal Capital Territory, both

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Jamilu Collins Set to Leave Cardiff City After Relegation to League One

By Kelechi / Events & Tournaments / April 27, 2025

Jamilu Collins’ time with Cardiff City is coming to an end after the club’s relegation to League One was confirmed following a goalless draw against West Brom. Cardiff’s failure to secure survival leaves them five points adrift of safety with one game remaining in the Championship season. The Super Eagles defender, who has been surplus

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Ogunneye Leads Manchester United U21s to 4–2 Comeback Win Over Everton

By Kelechi / Events & Tournaments / April 26, 2025

Nigeria-eligible right back Habeeb Ogunneye captained Manchester United U21s to a thrilling 4–2 victory over Everton in the Premier League 2 playoffs on Friday night at Leigh Sports Village. Ogunneye, who played the full 90 minutes, marshalled a spirited comeback after United twice fell behind to goals from Everton’s Martin Sherif. Ethan Wheatley equalised on

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