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Nigeria 1-0 Rwanda: Super Eagles Win as Wolves’ Arokodare Scores

Nigeria 1-0 Rwanda: Super Eagles Win as Wolves’ Arokodare Scores

The Super Eagles edged past Rwanda with a narrow 1-0 win in their latest 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier, thanks to a decisive strike from Wolverhampton Wanderers’ new signing, Tolu Arokodare. The highly rated forward, who only recently sealed a move to the English Premier League, announced himself on the international stage by grabbing the […]

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Flying Eagles Narrowly Beat P-Sport in Uyo Warm-Up

Flying Eagles Narrowly Beat P-Sport in Uyo Warm-Up

The Flying Eagles continued their World Cup preparations with a closely fought 1-0 win against P-Sport of Uyo. The decisive moment arrived when Tahir Maigana found the back of the net in a match that tested both discipline and determination. Tahir Maigana’s goal, while modest, came when it mattered most providing the kind of calm

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Osimhen Marks First Start with Goal in Galatasaray’s 4–0 Rout of Kayserispor

Osimhen Marks First Start with Goal in Galatasaray’s 4–0 Rout of Kayserispor

Victor Osimhen celebrated his first start of the season by scoring in a convincing 4–0 home win for Galatasaray against Kayserispor at the Kadir Has Stadium on Sunday evening. The Super Eagles striker found the net in the 86th minute, tapping home a well-delivered assist from Nicolò Zaniolo his finish securing the third goal of

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Bayelsa Queens Target First-Ever FIFA Women’s Champions Cup Place

Bayelsa Queens Target First-Ever FIFA Women’s Champions Cup Place

Bayelsa Queens, winners of the 2024–25 Nigeria Women’s Premier League, are setting their sights on a historic appearance at the inaugural FIFA Women’s Champions Cup. As champions of the NWFL, they stand a chance to represent Africa should they win the CAF Women’s Champions League this year. Upon lifting the continental trophy, they would face

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Chelsea Eye Ligue 1’s Emegha for 2026 Move

Chelsea Eye Ligue 1’s Emegha for 2026 Move

Chelsea are planning ahead by lining up Strasbourg’s 22 year old striker Emanuel Emegha for a potential move next summer. The Dutch forward, who has flourished in Ligue 1 with 14 goals in 27 appearances, is seen as a major talent. Chelsea appear keen to secure a pre-agreement deal, allowing him to continue his development

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Porto’s Zaidu Assures Fans He’s Fully Behind the Super Eagles

Porto’s Zaidu Assures Fans He’s Fully Behind the Super Eagles

Porto’s left-back Zaidu Sanusi has forcefully denied media claims suggesting he might decline a call-up to represent Nigeria at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. He has reassured the Nigeria Football Federation, Super Eagles supporters and manager Eric Chelle that he remains fully committed and is ready to answer the call. Sanusi last

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17 Year Old Chigozie Shines on Full Luton Debut in Carabao Cup

17 Year Old Chigozie Shines on Full Luton Debut in Carabao Cup

Luton Town celebrated the full debut of 17 year old centre-back Christian Chigozie in a Carabao Cup match against Coventry City. Born in Spain and eligible to represent Nigeria, Spain or England, Chigozie signed professional terms last season and had previously been named on the bench in a Premier League match at Arsenal. He slotted

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NPFL Suspends Adewale Adeyinka Amid Betting Allegations

NPFL Suspends Adewale Adeyinka Amid Betting Allegations

Plateau United’s goalkeeper, Adewale Adeyinka, has had his Nigeria Premier Football League registration suspended while an investigation unfolds into allegations of insider betting. The NPFL’s Chief Operating Officer, Davidson Owumi, confirmed that a letter has been sent to both the player and the club, informing them of the suspension. The provisional measure was taken after

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Tosin Outclasses Boniface as Chelsea Top Leverkusen in Pre-Season Opener

Tosin Outclasses Boniface as Chelsea Top Leverkusen in Pre-Season Opener

Chelsea kicked off their 2025/26 pre-season with a confident 2–0 victory over Bayer Leverkusen. Brazilian wonderkid Estêvão Willian broke the deadlock in the 17th minute with a composed finish, and João Pedro sealed the win late on with a smoothly executed move. Tosin Adarabioyo shone in defence, stepping in for the injured Levi Colwill and

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Emole James Chases Football Dream from Abia to Lagos with Determination

Emole James Chases Football Dream from Abia to Lagos with Determination

Emole James, a youngster originally from Abia State, has embarked on a determined journey through Nigeria’s footballing grassroots in pursuit of professional football. After launching his journey in Abia, he relocated to Abuja before settling in Lagos, where he now trains with MIDAS Football Academy—a respected grassroots academy known for nurturing rising talents. His path

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