Events & Tournaments - Football In Nigeria

Ighalo Bags 16th Goal of the Season in Al Wehda’s Away Draw

By Kelechi / Events & Tournaments / May 24, 2024

Odion Ighalo was on target for Al Wehda in their 1-1 draw against Al Akhdoud in the Saudi Pro League. This goal marks Ighalo’s 15th in the league and 16th across all competitions for the season. The former Super Eagles striker opened the scoring in the 12th minute, but Al Akhdoud equalized through Alex Collado

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Ademola Lookman’s Hat Trick Secures Europa League Victory for Atalanta

By Kelechi / Events & Tournaments / May 23, 2024

Ademola Lookman made history with a sensational hat trick that earned Atalanta their first ever European silverware, the UEFA Europa League. Lookman became the first player to score a hat trick in the final of this competition, ending Bayer Leverkusen’s 51 game unbeaten run. The 26 year old Super Eagles striker, who was named Man

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Peter Olayinka Secures League and Cup Double with Red Star Belgrade

By Kelechi / Events & Tournaments / May 22, 2024

Super Eagles forward Peter Olayinka has achieved a remarkable feat by completing a league and cup double in Serbia. Red Star Belgrade clinched the Serbian Cup with a 2-1 victory over Vojvodina, adding to their earlier triumph in the Serbian league. Olayinka, who joined Red Star Belgrade, played a crucial role in the team’s success

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Super Eagles Ace Onyedika Poised for First Belgian Championship

By Kelechi / Events & Tournaments / May 20, 2024

Super Eagles midfielder Raphael Onyedika is on the verge of winning his first Belgian championship with Club Brugge. Following a crucial 1-0 victory over Anderlecht, Club Brugge now leads the Championship Playoffs with 49 points. Onyedika, who has previously won the Danish League and the Danish Cup, was substituted in stoppage time during the match.

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Osayi’s Fenerbahce Grab Crucial Win to Extend Title Race

By Kelechi / Events & Tournaments / May 20, 2024

In a tense and fiercely contested match at Rams Park Stadyumu, Fenerbahce secured a crucial 1-0 victory over league leaders Galatasaray. The match saw early drama with Fenerbahce’s Alexander Djiku sent off in the 21st minute. Despite being reduced to ten men, Fenerbahce’s defensive resilience paid off. The game’s only goal came in the 71st

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Serie A Okoye in Action, Success Injured as Udinese Hold Empoli

By Kelechi / Events & Tournaments / May 19, 2024

Maduka Okoye delivered an impressive performance for Udinese as they drew 1-1 with Empoli at the Bluenergy Stadium. This marked Okoye’s 20th league appearance of the season. Unfortunately, his compatriot Isaac Success, who started the game, was replaced by Brenner Souza da Silva after sustaining an injury just seven minutes in. Success has scored once

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Match Winner Onuachu Guarantees Turkish Club Europa League Spot

By Kelechi / Events & Tournaments / May 19, 2024

Paul Onuachu scored his 15th goal in the Turkish Super Lig, securing Trabzonspor’s place in the UEFA Europa League next season. Onuachu’s decisive goal came in first half stoppage time against Istanbul Basaksehir, ensuring a 1-0 victory. This win gives Trabzonspor an unassailable six point lead over their closest rivals with only one match remaining

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Joe Aribo to Feature in Championship Promotion Final Playoff

By Kelechi / Events & Tournaments / May 18, 2024

Super Eagles midfielder Joe Aribo will play for Southampton in the English Championship promotion final playoff, often referred to as the richest game in football. The match, set to be held on May 26 at Wembley, has an estimated £200 million at stake, determining which club will secure promotion to the Premier League. Southampton and

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NWFL Super 6 Playoffs Schedule and Fixtures Announced

By Kelechi / Events & Tournaments / May 18, 2024

The draws for the 2024 Nigeria Women Football League NWFL Premiership Super 6 playoffs have been held in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State. The ceremony took place at the Golden Tulip Hotel, where the six participating teams were matched against their opponents. The Super 6 playoffs will commence on Saturday, May 18th, and conclude on May 26th,

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FEFCAN Female Pre season Championship Kicks Off

By Kelechi / Events & Tournaments / May 17, 2024

The highly anticipated FEFCAN Women’s Pre season Football Championship is set to begin this Sunday at the Unizee Sports Complex in Ikorodu, Lagos State, and will run until the 26th. The competition features teams such as Ablaze Amazons, Dynamic Queens, Dannaz Ladies, Papa Soccer Angels, and Unification Ladies. The event aims to keep the teams

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