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Hampton Wins Best FIFA Women’s Goalkeeper; Nnadozie Places Fourth

By Kelechi Abel / News / December 17, 2025

Super Falcons and Brighton goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie finished fourth in the 2025 The Best FIFA Women’s Goalkeeper rankings as Hannah Hampton of England and Chelsea claimed the prestigious award. Hampton was officially announced as the winner on Tuesday, completing a remarkable year at both club and international level. She became only the second England player […]

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Alebiosu “Very Much Delighted” After Maiden Super Eagles Call-Up

By Kelechi Abel / Interviews / December 16, 2025

Blackburn Rovers defender Ryan Alebiosu has spoken of his joy after receiving his first Super Eagles invitation, describing the call-up as a moment of great pride and excitement. The 23 year old right-back was named in Nigeria’s final 28-man squad for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations by head coach Eric Chelle last week. Alebiosu

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Nigeria Submits Ambitious Bid to Host 2031 African Games

By Kelechi Abel / News / December 16, 2025

Nigeria has officially submitted a bid to host the 2031 African Games, signalling the country’s renewed ambition to stage a major continental multi‑sport event. The bid was confirmed by the Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC), which disclosed that the proposal has been forwarded to the Association of National Olympic Committees of Africa (ANOCA). According to the

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Super Eagles AFCON Camp Grows to 24 Players as Preparations Intensify

By Kelechi Abel / National Team News / December 16, 2025

The Super Eagles’ training camp in Cairo, Egypt has swelled to 24 players as preparations for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations gather pace, with the arrival of more squad members in the build-up to their pre-tournament friendly against Egypt. Defenders Chidozie Awaziem and Salim Fago Lawal were the latest to join the group, linking

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Sanusi Becomes Latest Arrival in Super Eagles’ AFCON 2025 Camp in Egypt

By Kelechi Abel / National Team News / December 15, 2025

Super Eagles defender Zaidu Sanusi has arrived in Cairo, Egypt, ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, joining his teammates as preparations intensify for the tournament in Morocco. His arrival brings the number of players assembled in camp to eleven, with more expected to join in the coming hours. Sanusi, who plays his club

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Mojeed Brace Fires Crown FC to 3–0 Win Over Edel FC in NNL Thriller

By Kelechi Abel / News / December 14, 2025

Crown FC extended their strong form in the Nigeria National League (NNL) on Saturday, securing a convincing 3–0 home victory against Edel FC at Soun Stadium in Oyo State. Nigerian forward Adekunle Mojeed was the standout performer, scoring a brace to help his side claim all three points in their Matchday 6 clash. The hosts

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Gusau Explains Bonus Row, World Cup Failure & NFF Stance on Eagles Issues

By Kelechi Abel / News / December 14, 2025

Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) president Ibrahim Musa Gusau has addressed the controversy surrounding the Super Eagles’ bonus dispute during the 2026 FIFA World Cup African playoffs and spoken candidly about the team’s failure to qualify for the tournament. Gusau clarified that the dispute, which saw players and staff boycott training ahead of the playoff semi-final

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Shearer Predicts Arokodare’s Wolves Will Fall to Arsenal

By Kelechi Abel / Interviews / December 13, 2025

Former England striker Alan Shearer has predicted that Tolu Arokodare’s Wolverhampton Wanderers will suffer defeat when they face Arsenal in the Premier League this weekend. Shearer, speaking on Sky Sports’ Premier League coverage, cited Arsenal’s recent attacking form and Wolves’ defensive vulnerabilities as key factors influencing his prediction. “Arsenal are in great shape, scoring goals

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Paderborn Seal January Transfer for Nigerian Striker Kennedy Okpala

By Kelechi Abel / Transfer News / December 13, 2025

SC Paderborn 07 have agreed a transfer deal to sign Nigerian forward Kennedy Okpala from German third-division side Waldhof Mannheim, with the move set to be completed when the January 2026 transfer window opens. The 20 year old striker, who has been in impressive form this season, scored seven goals and provided three assists in

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Yekini Ranked 5th Best AFCON Player Ever, Okocha 8th Overall

By Kelechi Abel / National Team News / December 13, 2025

Late Nigerian legend Rashidi Yekini has been ranked fifth among the greatest Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) players of all time, while another Super Eagles icon, Austin “Jay-Jay” Okocha, was placed eighth overall in an all-time AFCON ranking list published on Sports247 Nigeria. Yekini, Nigeria’s all-time leading scorer with 37 goals, was celebrated for his

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