Concerns are growing over the fitness of Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong after he missed his second consecutive league match for Al Kholood in the Saudi Pro League. The 31 year old defender, who had been an ever present figure for his club, playing all 20 league matches before his absence, was not included in […]
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Super Eagles forward Nathan Tella has resumed training with Bayer Leverkusen as he works towards full recovery ahead of their Bundesliga match against Eintracht Frankfurt on Saturday. Tella, who featured in Leverkusen’s goalless draw against Bayern Munich, suffered a hip injury that ruled him out of their recent 2-0 victory over Holstein Kiel in the
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A crucial showdown awaits as Heartland Queens and Confluence Queens, both struggling for form, face off in an NWFL Premiership matchday 7 encounters at the Dan Anyiam Stadium in Owerri, Imo State. The two teams have met on three previous occasions in the elite league, with Confluence Queens holding the upper hand, having taken four
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Nigerian winger Yira Sor is edging closer to a return to action for Genk as he pushes to be available for their upcoming clash against Charleroi on Friday. The 24 year old has been sidelined with a muscle injury since early December, missing crucial fixtures for the Belgian Pro League leaders. However, according to Het
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The Federal Capital Territory FCT Sports Department and the FCT chapter of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria SWAN have reaffirmed their commitment to enhancing sports development through stronger collaboration. During a strategic meeting held at the FCT Sports Department office in Abuja on Monday, February 24, 2025, FCT Director of Sports Luka Istifanus and
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The Confederation of African Football CAF has selected Kenyan referee Josephine Wanjiku to officiate the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup qualifier between Nigeria’s U-17 girls, the Flamingos, and South Africa’s Bantwana. The first leg of the second-round fixture is set for Saturday, March 8, at the Lucas Moripe Stadium in Pretoria, kicking off at 3
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Alex Iwobi has described his stunning goal in the 2019 UEFA Europa League final against Chelsea as one of the greatest moments of his career. The Nigerian midfielder, who was an Arsenal player at the time, admitted his disappointment at not being included in the starting lineup but was determined to make an impact when
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At just 18, Ajibona Akorede Usman is taking a major step in his football career after securing a move to Armenian club Charentsavan FC. The young striker, who developed his skills in Lagos with Nationwide League One side Dosu Joseph FC, has now earned the opportunity to showcase his talent on the European stage. Usman’s
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Victor Osimhen remains optimistic about Galatasaray’s chances of securing their third consecutive Turkish league title, despite their goalless draw against arch-rivals Fenerbahce in the highly anticipated Intercontinental Derby. The result maintained Galatasaray’s six-point lead over Fenerbahce with 12 matches left in the season, keeping them in a strong position at the top of the table.
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Bright Osayi-Samuel’s future at Fenerbahce remains uncertain, with the Nigerian fullback facing limited game time and unresolved contract negotiations. The Super Eagles defender was an unused substitute in Fenerbahce’s recent goalless draw against Galatasaray, fueling further speculation about his next move. With his contract set to expire this summer, Osayi-Samuel is free to discuss terms
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