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Awaziem Set to Leave Nantes This Summer After Ligue 2 Relegation

By Kelechi / Nigerians Abroad / July 7, 2026

The Super Eagles defender is looking for a fresh start after just one season in France, with a significant pay cut looming following the club’s drop out of Ligue 1. Chidozie Awaziem’s stay at Nantes looks set to end after only a single season,

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Wazbak Coach Adekola: We’re Ready for the Toughest NWFL Championship Group

By Kelechi / Women's Football / July 7, 2026

Adeniyi Wasiu Adekola says his young Lagos side is prepared for a difficult path to promotion after being drawn against Rangers Women FC, Fortress Ladies, and Unification FC. Wazbak Int’l Sports Academy coach Adeniyi Wasiu Adekola says his team is fully prepared for what

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Hull City Owner Names Osimhen Best Foreign Player in Super Lig

By Kelechi / Transfer News / July 7, 2026

Acun Ilicali says Turkish football’s growing spending power has made it far harder for clubs like his to lure players such as Victor Osimhen back to England. Hull City owner Acun Ilicali has publicly rated Victor Osimhen as the finest foreign player currently plying

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Kano Pillars Begin Pre-Season Preparations Ahead of 2026/27 NPFL Campaign

By Kelechi / NPFL / July 7, 2026

The Sai Masu Gida held their first training session of the new season on Monday, with newly appointed technical adviser Daniel Ogunmodede due in Kano this week. Kano Pillars have officially kicked off preparations for the 2026/27 Nigeria Premier Football League season, holding their opening

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Mamelodi Sundowns Eye Move for Free Agent Olisa Ndah

By Kelechi / Nigerians Abroad / July 7, 2026

The Nigerian centre back is available on a free transfer after a short, injury and paperwork hit spell at Stellenbosch FC, and talks with the South African champions are said to be progressing. Olisa Ndah could be on the move again in South Africa, with Mamelodi

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HJK Sign Former Golden Eaglets Midfielder Qurib Adetola

By Kelechi / Transfer News / July 7, 2026

Finland’s record league champions have moved for the 18 year old attacking midfielder straight out of Derby Football Academy, with an agreement running through 2027 and an option for 2028. HJK, the most decorated club in Finnish football, have added a young Nigerian prospect to their ranks,

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Babajide: Super Falcons Determined to Defend WAFCON Title and Reach World Cup

By Kelechi / Women's Football / July 7, 2026

With the tournament in Morocco doubling as qualification for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup, Omorinsola Babajide says Nigeria’s ambitions haven’t changed despite a bigger, more competitive field. Omorinsola Babajide says the Super Falcons are carrying the same hunger into this year’s Women’s

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Dessers’ Return to Full Fitness Boosts Chelle Ahead of AFCON 2027 Qualifiers

By Kelechi / National Team News / July 6, 2026

The Panathinaikos striker has confirmed he is back in full training after an injury ravaged debut season in Greece, giving Nigeria head coach Eric Chelle another attacking option to call on this September. Cyriel Dessers has some good news for Eric Chelle heading

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Christantus Uche Shows Off Conference League Medal in Pointed Post

By Kelechi / Fan Zone / July 6, 2026

The Super Eagles midfielder shared his winner’s medal from a largely frustrating loan spell at Crystal Palace, with a caption many read as aimed at former manager Oliver Glasner. Christantus Uche used the weekend to remind the football world of a trophy he barely got

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Maduka Okoye Fulfils Formula 1 Dream, Presents Pole Award at Silverstone

By Kelechi / Awards & Recognition / July 6, 2026

The Super Eagles goalkeeper handed Mercedes rookie Andrea Kimi Antonelli the Pirelli Pole Position Award at the 2026 British Grand Prix, capping a weekend that doubled as a childhood dream come true. Maduka Okoye traded gloves for a grandstand seat at one of motorsport’s

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