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Dele-Bashiru Backs His Box-to-Box Skills as He Eyes Lazio Breakthrough

Dele-Bashiru Backs His Box-to-Box Skills as He Eyes Lazio Breakthrough

Lazio midfielder Fisayo Dele-Bashiru has revealed his preferred role on the pitch, stating he thrives as a box-to-box midfielder who can both attack and defend effectively. The Nigerian international, who joined Lazio last summer, has faced a challenging debut season, registering three goals and one assist in 19 Serie A appearances. In an interview with

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Obafemi Martins: โ€œNo Coach Can Perform Magic With Super Eaglesโ€

Obafemi Martins: โ€œNo Coach Can Perform Magic With Super Eaglesโ€

Former Nigeria international Obafemi Martins has delivered a blunt assessment of the Super Eagles’ struggles, insisting that coaching changes alone cannot fix the teamโ€™s woes. In an interview , Martins argued that the teamโ€™s fate in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers lies more in player commitment and effort than in managerial adjustments. The ex-striker, who

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Omar Sowunmi Makes EFL Easter XI, Reaffirms Nigeria Commitment

Omar Sowunmi Makes EFL Easter XI, Reaffirms Nigeria Commitment

Central defender Omar Sowunmi has been included in the EFL Easter Weekend Best XI by football stats platform WhoScored, following standout performances for Bromley. The towering defender recorded an impressive 8.18 rating over two matches, helping his side keep back to back clean sheets against Morecambe and Swindon Town. Sowunmi, who is eligible to play

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From Scorer to Shot Stopper: Jecintaโ€™s Journey of Grit and Goals

From Scorer to Shot Stopper: Jecintaโ€™s Journey of Grit and Goals

Echefu Jecintaโ€™s transformation from striker to goalkeeper has been anything but conventional. Today, she commands the box with authority for Ibom Angels, but her journey began on the opposite end of the pitch as a forward with a passion for scoring. โ€œI was once a striker,โ€ she revealed, smiling. โ€œBut something inside me just clicked.

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Finidi Vows Rivers United Will Keep Pushing for NPFL Title

Finidi Vows Rivers United Will Keep Pushing for NPFL Title

Rivers United manager Finidi George has reiterated his sideโ€™s commitment to challenging for the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) crown, insisting they will fight until the final whistle of the season. Following a narrow 1โ€“0 home win over Sunshine Stars last weekend, Rivers United sit second on the table, trailing current leaders Remo Stars by

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Odemwingie Lauds Boniface for Staying in Europe, Avoiding Saudi Move

Odemwingie Lauds Boniface for Staying in Europe, Avoiding Saudi Move

Former Super Eagles striker Peter Odemwingie has voiced strong support for Victor Bonifaceโ€™s decision to remain at Bayer Leverkusen rather than accept a January move to Saudi Arabia. The 24 year old Nigerian forward was reportedly close to signing with Al Nassr, following Anderson Taliscaโ€™s departure from the Saudi side. However, the club opted for

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Orban in Contention for Freiburg Clash, Says Hoffenheim Boss Ilzer

Orban in Contention for Freiburg Clash, Says Hoffenheim Boss Ilzer

Hoffenheim manager Christian Ilzer has confirmed that Nigerian forward Gift Orban could return to action in today’s Bundesliga match against Freiburg. The 21 year old was an unused substitute in the previous game against Mainz but has impressed in training during the week. Orban, who joined Hoffenheim from Lyon, has scored four goals in 12

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Chukwueze Urged to Stay and Fight for Place at AC Milan โ€“ Adepoju

Chukwueze Urged to Stay and Fight for Place at AC Milan โ€“ Adepoju

Former Super Eagles midfielder Mutiu Adepoju has advised Samuel Chukwueze to stay put at AC Milan and fight for his place rather than seeking a summer move away from the Serie A giants. The 1994 Africa Cup of Nations winner believes the winger still has much to prove and should focus on improving his consistency.

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Dortmund Coach on Chukwuemekaโ€™s Absence: โ€œHe Didnโ€™t Look Rightโ€

Dortmund Coach on Chukwuemekaโ€™s Absence: โ€œHe Didnโ€™t Look Rightโ€

Borussia Dortmund manager Nico Kovac has clarified the absence of Chelsea loanee Carney Chukwuemeka from the squad that defeated Barcelona 3-1 in the UEFA Champions League quarterfinal on Tuesday night. The Nigerian-eligible midfielder, who has impressed since his January move, was left out due to a minor injury concern. Kovac explained in a post-match interview

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