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The Ogun State Chapter of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria SWAN has congratulated Otunba Kunle Soname, Chairman of Remo Stars Football Club, and the club’s management for securing a spot in the CAF Champions League. Remo Stars finished second in the Nigeria Premier Football League NPFL table, amassing 65 points from 38 matches, just […]

Shooting Stars centre-back Gbolagade Adelowo has been awarded the NPFL Player of the Season title. Adelowo received this prestigious accolade at Adamasingba Stadium during the club’s final game of the season, which saw them secure a 1-0 victory over Sporting Lagos. Initially seen as an unconvincing addition to the team during preseason, Adelowo exceeded expectations

Lazio has shown interest in Nigerian youngster Hafiz Umar Ibrahim, following his impressive performance at the Viareggio Cup where he scored 10 goals in six games. The 18 year old also impressed during a trial at Chelsea in March. Despite Chelsea’s interest, an agreement with his club, Ojodu City, has not been reached, leaving the

Former Super Eagles World Cup star Taribo West has admitted that a moment of frustration at Inter Milan cost him potential transfers to Premier League giants Arsenal and Manchester United. The incident occurred in February 1999 when West, frustrated after being substituted in a match against Vicenza, threw down his jersey in anger as he

Chelsea winger Noni Madueke is potentially eyeing a return to Crystal Palace, the club where he began his career. Madueke, an England U21 international of Nigerian descent, spent three years with Crystal Palace before moving to Tottenham Hotspur in 2014. According to The Sun, Chelsea has prioritized signing Michael Olise, a 2021 Super Eagles invitee,

AC Milan has identified Nigerian striker Samu Omorodion as a potential alternative to Bologna’s Joshua Zirkzee. Omorodion, who was on loan at Deportivo Alaves last season, currently has a contract with Atletico Madrid until 2028 and is seen as a cost effective option compared to Zirkzee, who is valued at around €40 million. Serie A

Turkish football giants Fenerbahçe are targeting Luton Town striker Elijah Adebayo, with negotiations expected to commence soon, according to Turkish media outlet Takvim. Adebayo, a product of Fulham’s Academy, has garnered significant interest, with Fenerbahçe’s new coach, Jose Mourinho, eager to secure his transfer. Recently, the CIES Football Observatory ranked Adebayo as the top Nigerian

Chelsea winger Noni Madueke has named his last minute strike against Crystal Palace as his favourite goal from the past season. The England U21 international, who had previously played for Crystal Palace and Tottenham Hotspur, made the move abroad in 2018 in search of first team opportunities. Madueke’s memorable goal came two days after Christmas

Ademola Lookman, Kelechi Iheanacho, and Maduka Okoye, key players for the Super Eagles, have flown back to their European bases from Abidjan. Lookman participated fully in the match against Benin, whereas Iheanacho and Okoye remained on the bench. Iheanacho, notably, is currently seeking a new club as a free agent following the expiration of his

As the Super Eagles of Nigeria prepare for their World Cup campaign, Nigerian referees are also playing a significant role in the qualifying matches. Dr. Ogabor Joseph Odey, a University of Calabar lecturer and FIFA badged referee from the Cross River State Council, is leading a team of three other international referees for a World