Events & Tournaments - Football In Nigeria

Sporting Lagos to Face FC Tokyo in Thrilling Gothia Cup U17 Final

By Kelechi / Events & Tournaments / July 20, 2024

In an electrifying showdown, Sporting Lagos is set to face Japan’s FC Tokyo in the Gothia Cup’s U17 Boys Elite final. The Nigerian team edged past Beyond Limits in a high scoring semi final, clinching a 5-4 victory. Tomorrow’s final in Sweden promises to be a pinnacle of youth football, featuring top young talents. The […]

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Knockout Stage of 1XBET Cup 2024 Begins with Goal Fest

By Kelechi / Events & Tournaments / July 16, 2024

The 1XBET Cup 2024 kicked off its knockout stage with a thrilling display of football, seeing 22 goals scored across 8 matches. Teams fiercely competed for advancement, delivering high intensity performances that set the tone for the tournament. At the Legacy Pitch Centre, Dosu FC dominated Dolphin FC with a commanding 3-0 victory. Aremu Ridwan

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Oliseh Praises Yamal and Spain Squad After Victory Over England

By Kelechi / Events & Tournaments / July 15, 2024

Former Super Eagles coach Sunday Oliseh commended the Spanish team, particularly Lamine Yamal, Nico Williams, Dani Olmo, and Rodri, along with their manager Luis de la Fuente, following Spain’s triumph over England in the 2024 European Championship final. Spain clinched the title with a 2-1 victory, becoming record European champions with their fourth title. In

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Super Falcons Gear Up for Paris 2024 Olympics

By Kelechi / Events & Tournaments / July 12, 2024

Super Falcons’ captain Rasheedat Ajibade, alongside goalkeepers Chiamaka Nnadozie and Tochukwu Oluehi, has joined the national team’s camp in Jerez de la Frontera, Spain, as preparations for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games intensify. The camp currently hosts 14 players, with training sessions already underway. Team Administrator Mary Oboduku reported that training commenced on Sunday and

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NFF Commences Search for New Supersand Eagles Coach

By Kelechi / Events & Tournaments / July 11, 2024

The Nigeria Football Federation NFF is actively seeking a new coach for the Supersand Eagles, the national beach soccer team. Applications are now open for qualified candidates. The requirements include attending at least one NFF organized beach soccer refresher course, being up to date with the rules and dynamics of beach soccer, and holding a

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Mukairu Not in Plans of Danish Club for New Season – Coach

By Kelechi / Events & Tournaments / July 8, 2024

FC Copenhagen coach Jacob Neestrup has announced that Paul Mukairu is not part of the club’s plans for the upcoming season. Mukairu, who recently returned from a loan spell at English club Reading, still has a year remaining on his contract with the Danish club. He signed with FC Copenhagen in January 2022 for €1.9

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Bay FC Send Off Oshoala to Paris Olympics in Style

By Kelechi / Events & Tournaments / July 8, 2024

USA NWSL team Bay FC celebrated Asisat Oshoala’s selection for the Paris 2024 Olympics, where she will represent Nigeria with the Super Falcons. The former Barcelona forward received a bouquet of flowers alongside her teammates, Racheal Kundananji from Zambia and Lysianne Proulx from Canada, who will also participate in the Olympics. The send off event

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Super Falcons Test Paris Olympics Readiness Against Champions Canada

By Kelechi / Events & Tournaments / July 4, 2024

The Super Falcons will face reigning Olympic champions Canada in a warm up match ahead of the Paris Olympics. Coach Randy Waldrum announced that this tune up game will be played on July 17 in Sevilla, where the nine time African champions will set up their training camp for the summer Games. Last year, the

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Waldrum Lists Oshoala, Nnadozie, Ajibade, 15 Others for 2024 Olympics

By Kelechi / Events & Tournaments / July 4, 2024

Head Coach Randy Waldrum has selected 17 players for Nigeria’s Super Falcons squad for this year’s Women’s Olympic Football Tournament in France. The squad includes prominent players like captain Rasheedat Ajibade, goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie, defender Osinachi Ohale, and forward Asisat Oshoala. The full list of players also features defenders Oluwatosin Demehin and Michelle Alozie, midfielders

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Nasiru Salihu Wins MVP at President Federation Cup 2024

By Kelechi / Events & Tournaments / July 1, 2024

Nasiru Salihu, a key player for El Kanemi Warriors, has been awarded the Most Valuable Player MVP title in the 2024 President Federation Cup. Salihu’s outstanding performance, including scoring two goals against Abia Warriors, was crucial in securing his team’s victory and their spot in the CAF Confederation Cup. Expressing his joy, Salihu emphasized the

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