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Solution FC Miss Out on 2026 Federation Cup After Registration Failure

By Kelechi Abel / News / January 27, 2026

Solution FC of Anambra State will not emerge from the state FA Cup to feature in the 2026 Nigeria Federation Cup (President Federation Cup) after failing to complete their registration for the Anambra FA Cup qualifying tournament, a prerequisite for entry into the national competition. The Anambra State Football Association (ANSFA) opened registration for the […]

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Club Brugge Boss Ivan Leko Rules Out Raphael Onyedika Exit This Month

By Kelechi Abel / Transfer News / January 24, 2026

Club Brugge head coach Ivan Leko has dismissed speculation that Super Eagles midfielder Raphael Onyedika will leave the Belgian champions in this January transfer window, insisting the 24 year old remains part of his plans at Jan Breydel Stadium. Onyedika has recently been linked with a move to Galatasaray with reports suggesting that Turkish giants have

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Salim Fago Lawal Nears Record-Breaking Exit From NK Istra After AFCON Boost

By Kelechi Abel / News / January 23, 2026

Super Eagles forward Salim Fago Lawal is reportedly close to leaving Croatian top-flight club NK Istra 1961 for a big transfer move during this winter window European media say. The 23 year old’s impressive form in Croatia and his recent senior national team exposure have reportedly attracted serious interest from clubs willing to pay a

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Oliseh Says Osimhen-Lookman Clash Hurt Nigeria’s AFCON 2025

By Kelechi Abel / Interviews / January 23, 2026

Former Super Eagles captain Sunday Oliseh has delivered a stark critique of Victor Osimhen’s on-field conduct at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), claiming that a verbal outburst against teammate Ademola Lookman disrupted Nigeria’s momentum and contributed to their failure to win the tournament. Oliseh aired his views on his YouTube channel, asserting that

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Wolves in Talks With FC Basel Over Nigerian Winger Philip Otele

By Kelechi Abel / Transfer News / January 23, 2026

Premier League side Wolverhampton Wanderers are in negotiations with Swiss Super League club FC Basel for the signature of Nigerian winger Philip Otele, Complete Sports reports. The 26 year old wide forward has emerged as a target for Wolves as they seek attacking reinforcements before the January transfer window closes. Basel are reportedly open to

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Onyedika Pushing for Club Brugge Exit Amid Galatasaray Interest

By Kelechi Abel / Transfer News / January 23, 2026

Super Eagles midfielder Raphael Onyedika is pushing for a move away from Belgian giants Club Brugge during the ongoing January transfer window, Complete Sports reports. The Nigeria international is keen to join Turkish Super Lig champions Galatasaray, where his compatriot Victor Osimhen is a leading figure. Galatasaray have already agreed personal terms with the 24

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Osimhen, Lookman & Yekini Lead Nigeria’s All-Time AFCON Goal Kings List

By Kelechi Abel / National Team News / January 22, 2026

Nigeria’s rich history at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) has been defined by goals and creative play, and a new ranking highlights the nation’s most prolific contributors in terms of goals and assists in the competition. The list, compiled by Complete Sports, blends historic legends with modern stars who have shaped the Super Eagles’

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Revival-Seeking Rovers FC Appoint Umar Abdullahi as New Technical Adviser

By Kelechi Abel / News / January 22, 2026

Rovers Football Club of Calabar have appointed Coach Umar Abdullahi as their new Technical Adviser in a bid to turn around their fortunes in the 2025/26 Nigeria National League (NNL) season. The announcement came during a ceremony held at the U.J. Esuene Stadium, Calabar, attended by Cross River State Sports Commission Chairman Hon. Lawrence Etta,

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Trabzonspor Submit Offer for Dele-Bashiru as Transfer Interest Grows

By Kelechi Abel / Transfer News / January 22, 2026

Turkish Super Lig club Trabzonspor have formally submitted an offer for Nigerian midfielder Fisayo Dele-Bashiru, who is currently contracted to Lazio, according to Complete Sports. The Black Sea Storm’s proposal has been tabled as the winter transfer window gathers pace. Dele-Bashiru — a 24 year old central midfielder who featured for Nigeria at AFCON 2025 returned

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Bruno Ogbus Loan Move to Kaiserslautern Put on Hold by SC Freiburg

By Kelechi Abel / Transfer News / January 21, 2026

The planned loan transfer of Nigerian-eligible defender Bruno Ogbus from SC Freiburg to 1. FC Kaiserslautern has been put on hold, with the Bundesliga club deciding to retain the 20 year old centre-back for the time being. The defender was widely expected to move to the 2. Bundesliga outfit on loan to gain regular first-team

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