News - Football In Nigeria

Tella Winning Bundesliga With Leverkusen Is Special

By Kelechi / Interviews / April 16, 2024

Nathan Tella, the Super Eagles winger, has shared his excitement over clinching the Bundesliga title with Bayer Leverkusen this season. This victory marks a significant milestone as it is Leverkusen’s first championship title, achieved with a decisive 5-0 win against Weder Bremen. Tella reflected on the immense satisfaction of securing a major trophy shortly after […]

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2026 WC Qualifier Super Eagles Face Benin at Lucky AFCON Stadium

By Kelechi / News / April 15, 2024

The Super Eagles are set to face Benin in a pivotal fourth round encounter of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. This clash will unfold at the Felix Houphouet Boigny Stadium in Abidjan, a venue where the Nigerian team experienced significant success during the recent AFCON tournament, defeating Guinea Bissau, Angola, and Cameroon to advance to

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NNL Imposes Sanctions on Gateway United FC for Security Breach

By Kelechi / News / April 15, 2024

Following a grave breach of security protocols, Gateway United FC has faced significant penalties from the Nigeria National League NNL. The club, after their supporters attack a referee post a goalless match with Ikorodu City, will have to shift their home ground to Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, Benin for future matches. This move meant to safeguard

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Tottenham, AC Milan Compete for Adarabioyo’s Signature

By Kelechi / Transfer News / April 14, 2024

London’s football scene may soon see a significant shift as Tosin Adarabioyo, currently without a contract this summer, becomes a key focus for major clubs. Adarabioyo, formerly linked with Fulham, recently declined their new offer, sparking widespread interest. AC Milan and Tottenham Hotspur are leading the race to sign the 26 year old centre back.

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Maureen Madu Urges Strongest Nigeria Line up for Paris Olympics

By Kelechi / News / April 14, 2024

Maureen Madu, a celebrated former international, has voiced her strong opinion against the inclusion of more home based players in the Super Falcons squad for the upcoming 2024 Paris Olympics. Madu emphasized that the national team should consist of the finest and fittest players, irrespective of their playing base, as Nigeria faces formidable opponents such

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South Africa Legend Upset After Loss to ‘Poor’ Super Falcons

By Kelechi / Interviews / April 13, 2024

Portia Modise, a renowned South African football legend, expressed deep disappointment over South Africa’s failure to qualify for the Paris 2024 Olympics, following a defeat to what she described as a poor Nigerian team. The Nigerian women’s team, the Super Falcons, secured their place at the Olympics by winning 1-0 on aggregate over two legs

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Omeruo Calls for New Super Eagles Coach Before Qualifiers

By Kelechi / National Team News / April 13, 2024

Kenneth Omeruo has highlighted the urgent need for the Nigeria Football Federation NFF to secure a new head coach for the Super Eagles ahead of their upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against South Africa and Benin Republic. Currently, the team lacks a permanent coach following Jose Peseiro’s departure at the end of February. In

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NNL Seeks Corporate Patronage for League Enhancement

By Kelechi / News / April 12, 2024

The Nigeria National League NNL, facing financial challenges, is actively soliciting support from the corporate sector to bolster the quality and competitiveness of the country’s second tier football league. George Aluo, the NNL Chairman, stressed the crucial need for corporate sponsorship, drawing parallels to the support the Nigerian Professional Football League NPFL receives from GTI.

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Premier League Eyes Dutch Nigerian Striker Amid Italian Interest

By Kelechi / Transfer News / April 10, 2024

Aston Villa is the latest club to express interest in Joshua Zirkzee, the Dutch Nigerian striker making waves at Bologna, Zirkzee’s impressive form in Serie A, with 10 goals and four assists in 29 appearances, has not gone unnoticed, placing him on the radar of football giants including Manchester United, Arsenal, Juventus, and AC Milan.

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National Leaders Commend Super Falcons for Olympic Qualification

By Kelechi / Events & Tournaments, News / April 10, 2024

Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, and the Minister of Sports, John Enoh, have publicly lauded the Super Falcons for securing a spot in the Paris 2024 Olympics, marking the team’s return to the Olympics after a 16 year hiatus. The Super Falcons’ victory over South Africa with a 1-0 aggregate on Tuesday evening in Pretoria

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