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Asaba Picked to Host NNL Super‑Eight Playoffs in Delta State

Asaba Picked to Host NNL Super‑Eight Playoffs in Delta State

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The Nigeria National League (NNL) has announced that Asaba’s Stephen Keshi Stadium will serve as the venue for the highly anticipated Super‑Eight playoffs. The competition is scheduled to run from Saturday, 5 July until Saturday, 12 July, and will decide which four clubs earn promotion to the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) for the 2025/26 season. […]

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Ex-Gateway Goalkeeper Emerges as Crown FC Star for NNL Super-8

Ex-Gateway Goalkeeper Emerges as Crown FC Star for NNL Super-8

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A former Gateway United shot‑stopper has emerged as the key man for Crown FC as they prepare for the crucial Nigeria National League (NNL) Super‑8 playoff. Now at Crown, the dependable goalkeeper has impressed during training and pre‑playoff friendlies, signalling his potential to shine when it matters most. Crown FC sealed their Super‑8 spot after

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Team 360 Eyes Redemption with Bold 2025 1xCup Campaign

Team 360 Eyes Redemption with Bold 2025 1xCup Campaign

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From July through October, Nigeria will host the third edition of the 1xCup, an amateur football tournament sponsored by global company 1xBet. Team 360, keen to atone for their near-miss in 2024, have regrouped under fresh leadership and bold aspirations. Founded in 2013 by Hamza Akeem Oladimeji, originally playing street football in Surulere, Lagos, Team 360 aims

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Bendel Insurance Prepare for NPFL Return with Fan Backing

Bendel Insurance Prepare for NPFL Return with Fan Backing

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Bendel Insurance have confirmed that training will resume on 30 June 2025, as they begin preparations for the 2025–26 Nigeria Premier Football League season. Head Coach Greg Ikhenoba emphasised that the squad is ready to build from a promising fifth-place finish last term. The announcement followed a heartfelt message from the club’s supporters’ club, who reaffirmed

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Abia Comets laud squad’s spirit as NNL season closes on hopeful note

Abia Comets laud squad’s spirit as NNL season closes on hopeful note

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Abia Comets have applauded their squad after concluding the Nigeria National League season, striking a balance between pride in recent performances and optimism for what lies ahead. Throughout the campaign, the Resilient Boys displayed consistency, resilience and collective determination traits that have kept fans invested in their progress. Chairman Boniface Alozie Uche spoke with evident satisfaction:

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NNL Chair Hails Historic Regular Season Standards

NNL Chair Hails Historic Regular Season Standards

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The Nigeria National League (NNL) leadership has lauded the “high standard” of the recently concluded regular season, calling it the best in recent memory. NNL chairman George Aluo credited the league’s balance, competitiveness, and operational improvements as key achievements, reflecting a league transformed under his watch. Aluo pointed to innovations such as equal conference sizes,

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Badagry FA Boss Vows to Transform Youth with Football

Badagry FA Boss Vows to Transform Youth with Football

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Dr Ozondu Martins, chairman of the Badagry Divisional Football Association, has pledged to revive hope in underprivileged youths by leveraging the power of football. He envisions using grassroots development to steer children away from crime and equip coaches, referees and club owners with vital opportunities. “My greatest mission is to ensure that every child… who

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Barau FC Receive Cash Boost from Senate Deputy Ahead of Super Eight

Barau FC Receive Cash Boost from Senate Deputy Ahead of Super Eight

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Barau Football Club have received a substantial financial boost from Senate Deputy President Barau I. Jibrin as they prepare for the upcoming NNL Super Eight playoffs. Following their qualification from Group C, the Kano based side were presented with a brand new 40 seat coaster bus, one motorcycle for each player, and a ₦5 million cash reward in

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Bayelsa NLO2: Sporting FC Draw with Sunsel as Others Return to Form

Bayelsa NLO2: Sporting FC Draw with Sunsel as Others Return to Form

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Sporting FC and Sunsel FC played out a 1‑1 draw in their NLO2 matchday 3 clash at the Yenagoa centre in Bayelsa State. Sporting struck first in the 22nd minute, but Sunsel levelled via an own goal in the 66th minute, ending the game even. Meanwhile, Willbros FC bounced back to form with a 4‑2

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NLO Playoffs Halted Over Match-Fixing Probes in Three Cities

NLO Playoffs Halted Over Match-Fixing Probes in Three Cities

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Controversy has erupted in this year’s Nationwide League One (NLO) Promotion Playoffs, as accusations of match‑fixing prompt suspensions in Port Harcourt, Sagamu, and Ijebu Od. Originally slated to begin on Thursday, 12 June 2025 at eight venues nationwide, the playoffs in Port Harcourt were paused after Cynosure FC appealed to the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF)

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