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Amuneke Praises Heartland’s Character After Comeback Win Over Abia Comets

Amuneke Praises Heartland’s Character After Comeback Win Over Abia Comets

Heartland FC head coach Emmanuel Amuneke has lauded his players’ resilience and fighting spirit after they came from behind to secure a 2–1 comeback win over Abia Comets in a Nigeria National League (NNL) fixture. Amuneke emphasised that the team’s belief and determination were key to overturning the deficit and earning all three points. The […]

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Madugu Explains Oshoala Omission, Reaffirms WAFCON Title Defence Target

Madugu Explains Oshoala Omission, Reaffirms WAFCON Title Defence Target

Super Falcons head coach Justine Madugu has explained why veteran forward Asisat Oshoala was omitted from Nigeria’s squad for the upcoming double-header friendlies against Cameroon, stressing that it was a tactical decision to assess other players ahead of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco next month. Oshoala, 31, who has been

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Farioli Says Terem Moffi Is Close to Earning Porto Starting Spot

Farioli Says Terem Moffi Is Close to Earning Porto Starting Spot

FC Porto manager Francesco Farioli has revealed that Nigerian international Terem Moffi is nearing readiness to start matches for the Portuguese club, with the forward pushing for a first-team role as Porto prepare for upcoming Primeira Liga fixtures. Moffi, who arrived on loan from OGC Nice, made his debut as a substitute recently and has

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Deutsch Unveiled as Enyimba Adviser After Ayeni Exit

Deutsch Unveiled as Enyimba Adviser After Ayeni Exit

Enyimba FC have moved to restore stability at the club after a prolonged internal power struggle by officially unveiling Emmanuel Deutsch Detchoua Gustave as the new Technical Adviser, while Deji Ayeni has been dropped from his coaching role. The changes were announced on Wednesday at a ceremony in Aba. The People’s Elephant also confirmed the

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Warri Wolves Suspend Head Coach Napoleon Aluma Again After Poor Run

Warri Wolves Suspend Head Coach Napoleon Aluma Again After Poor Run

Warri Wolves FC have directed their head coach Napoleon Aluma to step aside for the second time this season, following a string of disappointing results in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL). The directive comes less than 24 hours after the club’s 4–2 home loss to Shooting Stars SC. The decision to suspend Aluma was

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Aina, Awoniyi to Play Under New Forest Boss Vitor Pereira

Aina, Awoniyi to Play Under New Forest Boss Vitor Pereira

Super Eagles duo Ola Aina and Taiwo Awoniyi will now work under a new manager at Nottingham Forest following the club’s decision to appoint Vítor Pereira as head coach on an 18 month contract until 2027. Pereira replaces Sean Dyche, who was dismissed after just 114 days in charge, making him Forest’s fourth permanent manager

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Lampard Praises Onyeka’s Impact as Nigerian Midfielder Settles at Coventry

Lampard Praises Onyeka’s Impact as Nigerian Midfielder Settles at Coventry

Coventry City manager Frank Lampard has spoken highly of Super Eagles midfielder Frank Onyeka, commending the Nigerian’s influence since joining the Championship club on loan from Brentford during the January transfer window. Lampard highlighted Onyeka’s integration and qualities as key positives for Coventry’s push for promotion. The 28 year old joined the Sky Blues in

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Wikki Tourists Accept Maikaba’s Resignation as Bashir Sale Takes Interim Charge

Wikki Tourists Accept Maikaba’s Resignation as Bashir Sale Takes Interim Charge

Wikki Tourists have officially accepted the resignation of technical adviser Abdu Maikaba, with assistant coach Bashir Sale stepping in as interim head coach while the club works on appointing a full time replacement. Maikaba’s departure follows a turbulent period for the Bauchi based NPFL side. Sale, previously Maikaba’s right hand man, has been placed in

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Wikki Tourists Technical Adviser Abdullahi Maikaba Resigns

Wikki Tourists Technical Adviser Abdullahi Maikaba Resigns

Abdullahi Maikaba has resigned from his role as technical adviser of Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) side Wikki Tourists with immediate effect, citing persistent disagreements within the club and concerns for his personal safety. The experienced tactician’s departure comes after a turbulent spell in charge of the Bauchi-based club. Maikaba’s resignation was announced in a

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Edel FC Appoint Former Rangers Captain Phinan Ozonweke as New Head Coach

Edel FC Appoint Former Rangers Captain Phinan Ozonweke as New Head Coach

Nigeria National League (NNL) side Edel FC have named former Rangers International captain Phinan Ozonweke as their new head coach ahead of the second stanza of the 2025/26 season. The club confirmed the appointment as they prepare for the resumption of league action. Ozonweke succeeds Fasojaye Tajudeen, who left the Awka-based club by mutual consent,

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