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Key Takeaways from 2024/2025 NPFL Matchday One

By Kelechi Abel / News / September 9, 2024

The 2024/2025 Nigeria Premier Football League NPFL kicked off grandly on Sunday, 8th September 2024, with eight exciting matches following the season opener between defending champions Enugu Rangers and newcomers Elkanemi, which ended in a goalless draw. Football fans were kept waiting for over a week before finally witnessing the first goal of the season. […]

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Ifeoma Onumonu completes historic transfer to Montpellier HSC

By Kelechi Abel / Transfer News / September 9, 2024

Super Falcons striker Ifeoma Onumonu has made history by becoming the first Nigerian player to sign with Montpellier HSC, a French Première Ligue club. Onumonu joined Montpellier as a free agent after mutually parting ways with National Women’s Soccer League NWSL side Utah Royals. The 30 year old striker was brought in to bolster Montpellier’s

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Mikel reveals truth behind Osimhen’s failed deadline move to Chelsea

By Kelechi Abel / Interviews / September 9, 2024

John Obi Mikel, former Super Eagles captain and 2013 Africa Cup of Nations winner, has revealed details about Victor Osimhen’s failed transfer to Chelsea during the recent transfer window. According to Mikel, the 25 year old striker was eager to join the Premier League side but was left disappointed when the move did not materialize.

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32 year old coach defeats Super Eagles icon Amuneke in league opener

By Kelechi Abel / News / September 9, 2024

In a thrilling start to the Nigerian Premier Football League NPFL season, Enyimba’s 32 year old coach, Yemi Olanrewaju, led his team to a remarkable 3-1 comeback victory against Heartland FC, managed by Super Eagles legend Emmanuel Amuneke. The Southeast derby, held in Owerri, saw Heartland take the lead through Lawal Suraju in the 53rd

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Super Eagles arrive in Kigali ahead of AFCON qualifier against Rwanda

By Kelechi Abel / National Team News / September 9, 2024

Following their dominant 3-0 win against Benin Republic in the first 2025 Africa Cup of Nations AFCON qualifier, the Super Eagles of Nigeria are set to face Rwanda in their second qualifier. The match will be played at the Amahoro Stadium in Kigali on Tuesday, September 10, 2024, at 2:00 PM Nigerian time. In their

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Former Ballon d’Or winner explains why he rejected Super Eagles offer

By Kelechi Abel / Interviews / September 9, 2024

Fabio Cannavaro, the 2006 Ballon d’Or winner and Italian football icon, has revealed why he turned down an offer to manage Nigeria’s Super Eagles. The Nigeria Football Federation NFF had approached Cannavaro in their search for an expatriate coach after Nigeria’s disappointing World Cup qualifiers. In an interview with La Gazzetta dello Sport, Cannavaro explained

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25 year old Super Eagles unsung hero in AFCON 2025 qualifier vs Benin

By Kelechi Abel / News / September 8, 2024

In the AFCON 2025 qualifier against Benin Republic, 25 year old Super Eagles player Bruno Onyemaechi emerged as an unsung hero. While the spotlight was on goal scorers like Ademola Lookman and Victor Osimhen, Onyemaechi played a pivotal role in Nigeria’s 3-0 victory. As a left wing-back in Augustine Eguavoen’s 3-4-2-1 formation, Onyemaechi delivered an

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Awoniyi never gave up on Premier League despite setbacks at Liverpool

By Kelechi Abel / Interviews / September 8, 2024

Super Eagles striker Taiwo Awoniyi has opened up about his unwavering belief in fulfilling his dream of playing in the Premier League, despite facing numerous setbacks during his time at Liverpool. The Reds signed him from Imperial Academy in 2015, but due to work permit issues, Awoniyi never made an appearance for the club. Instead,

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Osimhen surpasses Aiyegbeni,climbs to 3rd on Nigeria’s all time scorers

By Kelechi Abel / National Team News / September 8, 2024

Victor Osimhen has solidified his status as one of Nigeria’s greatest footballers by climbing to third on the Super Eagles’ all time top scorers’ list. He achieved this milestone by scoring his 22nd goal during Nigeria’s 3-0 victory over Benin Republic in a 2025 Africa Cup of Nations AFCON qualifier. The 25 year old striker

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Ex Nigeria defender Elijah: Super Eagles excel when underestimated

By Kelechi Abel / National Team News / September 7, 2024

Former Super Eagles defender Sam Elijah has urged the Benin Republic not to underestimate Nigeria ahead of their upcoming 2025 Africa Cup of Nations AFCON qualifier in Uyo. Nigeria, runners-up in the 2023 AFCON, will face Benin on September 7, 2024, in their opening match of the qualifiers. Despite recent struggles, including a winless streak

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