Super Eagles defender Calvin Bassey has admitted that missing out on the 2026 FIFA World Cup was a brutal blow — but he insists the team must channel that pain into a renewed push for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). Bassey, who featured in every single minute of Nigeria’s World Cup qualifying campaign, […]
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Serie A side Lazio are reportedly considering letting go of Nigerian international Fisayo Dele-Bashiru in the upcoming January transfer window. According to Italian reports, manager Maurizio Sarri does not see Dele-Bashiru as part of his long-term plans and has pushed for the midfielder’s sale to free up funds. However, Lazio’s sporting director, Angelo Fabiani, is
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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has praised the Super Eagles for their “spirited effort” in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers — and urged the team to refocus on the upcoming 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) despite their heartbreaking exit. Nigeria’s World Cup dream was dashed when they drew 1–1 with DR Congo after extra
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Ajumjum Emmzy, a highly rated young forward from Mathias Football Academy in Ebonyi State, Nigeria, has completed a transfer to Ghanaian Division 2 side Morjisco Kakraba. Since joining Morjisco Kakraba, Emmzy has made an immediate impact. In just four matches, he has contributed 2 goals and 4 assists, quickly establishing himself as one of the
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There is disappointment in Nigeria’s women’s football ranks after Esther Okoronkwo was excluded from the final three for the 2025 CAF Women’s Player of the Year award. CAF announced the shortlist on 14 November 2025, naming Rasheedat Ajibade (Nigeria) and Morocco’s Ghizlaine Chebbak and Sanaa Mssoudy as the three finalists. Okoronkwo had been part of
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Enyimba FC have suspended their technical adviser Stanley Eguma along with two of his assistants, Ndubuisi Nduka and Joseph Boma, following a string of unsatisfactory results, CompleteSports reports. The decision was made after Enyimba’s 1–0 home loss to Wikki Tourists in their NPFL Matchday 13 fixture. In an official statement, the club said the suspension
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Forward Anolue has officially completed a move to Solution Football Club, declaring that he will bring “fresh firepower” to the club’s Nigeria National League (NNL) campaign. Solution FC based in Awka are preparing for a strong season, and Anolue’s arrival is part of their push to challenge for promotion. While the precise terms of the
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Top Bundesliga club Eintracht Frankfurt are reportedly moving swiftly to sign young winger Ayodele Thomas, who currently plays for PSV II in the Dutch second tier. Thomas, 18, is entering the final months of his contract with PSV, and Frankfurt are said to be preparing a free-transfer deal. Frankfurt’s director, Markus Krösche, has publicly acknowledged
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The Democratic Republic of Congo crushed Nigeria’s hopes of reaching the 2026 FIFA World Cup after edging out the Super Eagles 4–3 on penalties. The decisive showdown was tied 1–1 after extra time in the playoff final. Nigeria struck early when Frank Onyeka’s low effort from distance, aided by a deflection, found the back of
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Enyimba midfielder Michael Odey has spoken ahead of Sunday’s Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) clash against Wikki Tourists, describing a mix of excitement and caution as his side aims to maintain momentum. Odey, who has been instrumental in Enyimba’s midfield this season, emphasized the importance of focus against a Wikki side known for their counter-attacking
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