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Ibom Angels defeat Osun Babes, secure return to NWFL Premiership

Ibom Angels defeat Osun Babes, secure return to NWFL Premiership

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Ibom Angels have secured their return to the Nigeria Women Football League NWFL Premiership after a commanding 2-0 victory over Osun Babes in the Championship promotion playoffs held at the UJ Esuene Stadium in Calabar. This decisive win on Sunday, 7th September 2024, capped off an impressive run in the tournament, where the Uyo based

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Falconets vs Venezuela Okwuchukwu, Sabastine and Omilana, Alani excel

Falconets vs Venezuela Okwuchukwu, Sabastine and Omilana, Alani excel

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The Falconets delivered a dominant performance, defeating Venezuela 4-0 in their final group game at the FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup. Several Nigerian players stood out during the match, with key performances from Faith Omilana, Chiamaka Okwuchukwu, and Flourish Sabastine. This convincing win secured the Falconets’ place in the knockout stages and showcased the talent

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Moses Named Player Of the Month For August After Return from Injury

Moses Named Player Of the Month For August After Return from Injury

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Super Eagles winger Moses Simon has been named Nantes’ Player of the Month for August 2024, marking his successful return from a long injury layoff. The Nigerian international’s impressive performances in the early stages of the Ligue 1 season helped him secure 43% of the fan vote, beating teammates Alban Lafont, Matthis Abline, and Nathan

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Germany Overcomes Wasteful Falconets in U20 World Cup

Germany Overcomes Wasteful Falconets in U20 World Cup

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Nigeria’s U20 women’s team, the Falconets, suffered a 3-1 defeat to Germany in a crucial World Cup group match held early Thursday in Bogota, Colombia. Despite several chances, the Nigerian side struggled to convert opportunities into goals, leaving them vulnerable to a more clinical German team. Germany scored in the 17th minute after Nigeria failed

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Falconets Start World Cup Campaign with a Win

Falconets Start World Cup Campaign with a Win

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The Falconets secured a promising start to their U20 FIFA Women’s World Cup campaign with a late winning goal by Flourish Sebastine, giving them a 1-0 victory over South Korea. In a closely contested match at the Estadio Metropolitano de Techo in Bogota, Nigeria created the better chances, particularly during an engaging second half. Despite

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Falconets Kick Off World Cup Campaign at Midnight

Falconets Kick Off World Cup Campaign at Midnight

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The Nigerian Falconets are set to commence their U20 Women’s World Cup campaign tonight at midnight against South Korea in Bogota, Colombia. Coach Chris Danjuma has confirmed that the team is free of injuries and is focused on starting the tournament on a positive note against the Koreans before facing Germany and Venezuela in subsequent

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Gift Orban's Leads Lyon to Thrilling 4-3 Comeback Win Over Strasbourg

Gift Orban’s Leads Lyon to Thrilling 4-3 Comeback Win Over Strasbourg

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Super Eagles striker Gift Orban delivered a match winning performance for Lyon, scoring twice to help his team secure a dramatic 4-3 victory over Strasbourg at the Parc Olympique Lyonnais. The game saw Lyon fall behind early, with Strasbourg taking the lead in the third minute through Sebastian Nanasi. Corentin Tolisso equalized for Lyon in

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Nigerian Stars Discover Opponents in UEFA Champions League Draw

Nigerian Stars Discover Opponents in UEFA Champions League Draw

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Several Nigerian football stars have learned their opponents in the upcoming UEFA Champions League group stages following the draw held in Monaco. The draw presents exciting matchups for Nigerian internationals Victor Boniface, Nathan Tella, Samuel Chukwueze, Ademola Lookman, Raphael Onyedika, Ethan Nwaneri, and George Ilenikhena, who are all set to represent their respective clubs in

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Oshoala Scores in 7 Goal Thriller as Bay FC Falls to Barcelona

Oshoala Scores in 7 Goal Thriller as Bay FC Falls to Barcelona

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Super Falcons star Asisat Oshoala found the back of the net against her former team, Barcelona Femeni, during a friendly match where her current club, Bay FC, lost 5-2. Oshoala opened the scoring for Bay FC in the 17th minute with a precise low shot but showed restraint in her celebration out of respect for

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