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MKO Abiola Arena to Stage Men's and Women's Football Finals at NSF 2024

MKO Abiola Arena to Stage Men’s and Women’s Football Finals at NSF 2024

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The finals of the men’s and women’s football events at the 2024 National Sports Festival are set to take place at the MKO Abiola Sports Arena in Abeokuta on Tuesday, 27 May. Originally scheduled for the Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne, the fixtures have now been moved to the more prominent venue in the Ogun

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Watford Reward Injured Nigerian Starlet Kash Odiase with Pro Deal

Watford Reward Injured Nigerian Starlet Kash Odiase with Pro Deal

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Watford FC have demonstrated their faith in 18 year old Nigerian forward Kash Odiase by offering him a professional contract, despite a serious injury that sidelined him late in the 2024/25 season. The Championship club confirmed Odiase’s promotion from academy scholar to professional status in their official retained and released list. The promising attacker suffered

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Saviour Isaac Lauded as One of Nigeria's Best by Super Eagles Coach

Saviour Isaac Lauded as One of Nigeria’s Best by Super Eagles Coach

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Super Eagles assistant coach Fidelis Ilechukwu has showered praise on Enugu Rangers midfielder Saviour Isaac, calling him “one of the best midfielders in Nigeria” after his call-up to the national squad for the upcoming Unity Cup. Isaac, 23, was included in the 26 man list announced for the friendly tournament but did not make the

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Teen Duo Ajayi and Olusesi Eye Europa League Breakthrough for Spurs

Teen Duo Ajayi and Olusesi Eye Europa League Breakthrough for Spurs

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Tottenham Hotspur’s Europa League final against Manchester United may hold added significance for two emerging Nigerian talents, Damola Ajayi and Callum Olusesi, who have travelled with the squad to Bilbao for tonight’s showdown at San Mames Stadium. Though Victor Musa and Habeeb Ogunneye were not included in United’s travelling party, Ajayi and Olusesi took part

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Birmingham City Release Femi Olofinjana, Son of Ex-Super Eagles Star

Birmingham City Release Femi Olofinjana, Son of Ex-Super Eagles Star

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Birmingham City have confirmed the release of ten young players at the end of the 2024–2025 season, with Femi Olofinjana son of former Super Eagles midfielder Seyi Olofinjana among those set to depart. The 20 year old defender, who joined the club on a professional deal in July 2023 after leaving West Bromwich Albion, spent

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Flying Eagles Seek Redemption Against Egypt in Third-Place Playoff

Flying Eagles Seek Redemption Against Egypt in Third-Place Playoff

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Nigeria’s U-20 football team, the Flying Eagles, is determined to secure a podium finish at the CAF U-20 Africa Cup of Nations as they face Egypt in the third-place playoff at the 30 June Stadium this Sunday. Head coach Aliyu Zubairu, speaking at a pre-match press conference, acknowledged the disappointment of missing the final but

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Flying Eagles' Okoro Eyes Bronze After Semifinal Heartbreak

Flying Eagles’ Okoro Eyes Bronze After Semifinal Heartbreak

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Flying Eagles defender Odinaka Okoro expressed his disappointment following Nigeria’s 1-0 semi-final loss to South Africa at the U-20 AFCON 2025. Okoro acknowledged that missed chances, especially in the first half, were the key reasons behind the defeat. Despite the setback, he remains optimistic about Nigeria’s prospects in the third-place match against tournament hosts Egypt.

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Nigeria vs Senegal: Dramatic Showdown at Egypt 2025 U-20 AFCON Quarters

Nigeria vs Senegal: Dramatic Showdown at Egypt 2025 U-20 AFCON Quarters

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The much-anticipated clash between Nigeria and Senegal at the Egypt 2025 U-20 AFCON Quarter-final lived up to its billing, delivering a spectacle of football brilliance, tension, and drama. Both sides came into the match with strong group stage performances, setting the stage for a fiercely contested encounter. From the kickoff, Nigeria asserted their presence with

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Dominic Shedrack: Mavlon FC Star Shines in Spain, Eyes European Deal

Dominic Shedrack: Mavlon FC Star Shines in Spain, Eyes European Deal

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Dominic Shedrack, a promising left-footed centre-back from Kogi State, Nigeria, is rapidly emerging as a standout talent on the international youth football scene. Currently developing his game at Mavlon Football Club, a Lagos-based academy known for producing top-tier prospects, Shedrack has garnered significant attention following his impressive performances during the academy’s recent European tour. Throughout

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Three Kenyan Stars Who Could Trouble Flying Eagles in Group B

Three Kenyan Stars Who Could Trouble Flying Eagles in Group B

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As Nigeria’s Flying Eagles gear up for their decisive Group B showdown at the CAF U-20 Africa Cup of Nations, they’ll need to be especially wary of three standout players from Kenya who have already made a mark in the tournament. Lawrence Ouma, Kenya’s top performer so far, has scored in both of their group-stage

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