Youth Development

18yo Nigerian Trains with Arsenal Before Forest Clash

18yo Nigerian Trains with Arsenal Before Forest Clash

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Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has promoted 18 year old Nigerian right back Josh Nichols to first team training ahead of their crucial Premier League fixture against Nottingham Forest. The session, held at the Sobha Realty Training Centre on Friday, puts Nichols in contention for a spot in the matchday squad. With first choice fullbacks Kieran […]

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NNPC Ltd Pledges Support to Boost Nigerian Football Development

NNPC Ltd Pledges Support to Boost Nigerian Football Development

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The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited NNPC Ltd. has committed to collaborating with stakeholders to revamp and commercialise football in Nigeria. This announcement was made by the Group’s Chief Executive Officer, Mele Kyari, during a meeting with representatives from the National Sports Commission NSC, International Management Group IMG, and AfroSport Network at the NNPC Towers.

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Olabisi urges youth sports participation as Ondo wins School Sport Games

Olabisi urges youth sports participation as Ondo wins School Sport Games

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The Nigeria Schools Sports Federation NSSF President, Olabisi Joseph, has called for greater participation of children in sports as Ondo State emerged the overall winner of the 1st Basic Education School Sports BESS Games held in Abuja. The tournament, which took place from November 6–15, 2024, featured over 1,000 pupils from 25 states, including the

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Musa backs N-Youth League, donates ₦1M to Kano Pillars, Mighty Jets U19

Musa backs N-Youth League, donates ₦1M to Kano Pillars, Mighty Jets U19

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Ahmed Musa, Nigeria’s most capped Super Eagles player, has lauded the N-Youth League Cup initiative, which provides U19 footballers across the country with a platform to showcase their talents. During a match between Kano Pillars U19 and Mighty Jets U19 at the Sani Abacha Stadium, Kano, Musa watched as the home side secured a thrilling

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Enugu and Bayelsa States Triumph in Schools Sports Federation U15 Championships

Enugu and Bayelsa States Triumph in Schools Sports Federation U15 Championships

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The Nigeria Schools Sports Federation NSSF U15 Championship concluded with Enugu State emerging victorious in the boys’ category and Bayelsa State claiming the title in the girls’ category. Held in Abuja, this championship brought together teams from states including Adamawa, Niger, Kano, FCT, Enugu, and Bayelsa. Organised with support from the Nigeria Football Federation NFF,

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Musa nets stunning back heel for Man United U21s in EFL Trophy debut

Musa nets stunning back heel for Man United U21s in EFL Trophy debut

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Spanish born Nigerian forward Victor Musa made a memorable debut in the EFL Trophy by scoring a remarkable back-heel goal for Manchester United U21s, though the team ultimately suffered a 4-1 defeat to League One side Huddersfield Town. The match at John Smith’s Stadium featured four players of Nigerian heritage, including Musa and teammate Habeeb

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IFK Goteborg Sports Director on Scouting Mission in Abuja

IFK Goteborg Sports Director on Scouting Mission in Abuja

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The sports director of Sweden’s IFK Goteborg, Stig Torbjornsen, has embarked on a scouting trip to Abuja with the ambition of discovering a new talent akin to Alhassan Yusuf. Yusuf, a Super Eagles midfielder, launched his career at IFK Goteborg after being scouted at the Gothia Cup in Sweden. Since then, he has gone on

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Ex Golden Eaglets Defender Kingsley Udoh Pursues Coaching Revival

Ex Golden Eaglets Defender Kingsley Udoh Pursues Coaching Revival

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Kingsley Udoh, former defender for Nigeria’s Golden Eaglets who triumphed at the 2007 FIFA U17 World Cup, is now pursuing a fresh start through coaching after his playing career hit a roadblock. The 33 year old former Akwa United, Heartland, Kano Pillars, and Sunshine Stars player has been struggling financially and is finding it challenging

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Nigerian Teen Prodigy Kparabo Ariheri to Join Lillestrøm SK in January

Nigerian Teen Prodigy Kparabo Ariheri to Join Lillestrøm SK in January

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Seventeen year old Nigerian forward Kparabo Ariheri, a star from Beyond Limits Football Academy, is set to sign his first professional contract with Norway’s Lillestrøm SK as he turns 18 in January 2025. Known for his agility, goal scoring prowess, and tactical vision, Ariheri has been catching the eye of European scouts, particularly with his

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Obi Martin Continues Scoring for Man United U18 in Win Over Everton

Obi Martin Continues Scoring for Man United U18 in Win Over Everton

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Chido Obi Martin, Manchester United’s prolific U18 striker, scored yet again in a 3-0 victory over Everton at Carrington Training Centre, maintaining his impressive form since joining from Arsenal. The Danish born Nigerian forward has now netted four goals in his first four appearances for United’s U18 team, adding to his astonishing record of 36

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