Chippa United Coach Accepts Blame for Fielding Grieving Nwabali

Chippa United Coach Accepts Blame for Fielding Grieving Nwabali

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Chippa United’s head coach, Thabo September, has accepted responsibility for the team’s 1-0 defeat against TS Galaxy in the Betway Premiership, attributing the loss to his decision to play goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali. The Nigerian shot-stopper, who recently lost both his parents, had requested to sit out the match due to emotional distress. Despite Nwabali’s plea, […]

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Super Falcons’ Abiodun Loaned Out to Dallas Trinity

Super Falcons’ Abiodun Loaned Out to Dallas Trinity

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Washington Spirit, a club in the NWSL, has confirmed that Super Falcons midfielder Deborah Abiodun will be on loan at Dallas Trinity in the USL Super League for the 2025 season. Abiodun, who recently completed her final season at the University of Pittsburgh, signed a three-year contract with Washington Spirit, with an option to extend

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2026 WCQ: Midfield Trio Eye Super Eagles Recall for Critical Fixtures

2026 WCQ: Midfield Trio Eye Super Eagles Recall for Critical Fixtures

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With Nigeria sitting precariously in fifth place in Group C, head coach Eric Chelle faces a critical challenge ahead of March’s 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and Zimbabwe. To revive the Super Eagles’ struggling campaign, Chelle is eyeing some new but familiar faces in the midfield. Three players have emerged as strong contenders: Joe

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Amputee Football Takes Centre Stage in Nationwide Valentine’s Day Event

Amputee Football Takes Centre Stage in Nationwide Valentine’s Day Event

By / Football and Society /

As Valentine’s Day celebrations filled with romance unfold across Nigeria, the Nigeria Amputee Football Federation NAFF has given the occasion a deeper meaning through the “Kick for Love” initiative. Held on February 14, 2025, in nine cities including Lagos, Kaduna, and Jos, the event aims to foster inclusivity and community for athletes with disabilities. NAFF

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Super Falcons Star Plumptre Renews Contract with Al-Ittihad

Super Falcons Star Plumptre Renews Contract with Al-Ittihad

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Ashleigh Plumptre, defender for Nigeria’s Super Falcons, has renewed her contract with Al-Ittihad Ladies of the Saudi Arabian Women’s Premier League, securing her place at the club until 2027. Al-Ittihad officially announced the two-year extension on Monday, highlighting the player’s pivotal contributions since her arrival in 2023. Plumptre’s standout performances have played a crucial role

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Nigerians Sorinola, Tijani Lead Plymouth’s FA Cup Upset vs Liverpool

Nigerians Sorinola, Tijani Lead Plymouth’s FA Cup Upset vs Liverpool

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Plymouth Argyle delivered one of the biggest shocks of modern FA Cup history by defeating quadruple-chasing Liverpool 1-0 to secure a place in the fifth round. Two Nigerian players played key roles in the upset at Home Park on Sunday evening. Matthew Sorinola, a Fulham academy graduate, started the game at wingback, while former Nigeria

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Bayelsa United Deny Rangers Victory in Intense Goalless Encounter

Bayelsa United Deny Rangers Victory in Intense Goalless Encounter

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Reigning NPFL champions, Rangers International FC, missed a chance to secure all three points as they were held to a 0-0 draw by a resilient Bayelsa United FC in a Matchday 23 clash of the 2024/2025 season at the Samson Siasia Stadium in Yenagoa. Bayelsa United, coached by Ladan Bosso, began the game on the

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Super Eagles Open Door for Chrisantus Uche’s International Debut

Super Eagles Open Door for Chrisantus Uche’s International Debut

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Chrisantus Uche, the 21 year old Getafe midfielder, could be on the verge of making his senior debut for Nigeria’s Super Eagles. Uche has been included in coach Eric Chelle’s 31-man provisional squad for the upcoming 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and Zimbabwe. A source revealed that the coach is planning a visit to

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Shakiru Lawal Relishes First Clean Sheet as ABS Secures Victory

Shakiru Lawal Relishes First Clean Sheet as ABS Secures Victory

By / Football Tactics and Analysis /

Abubakar Bukola Saraki ABS Ilorin Football Club goalkeeper, Shakiru Lawal, celebrated his first clean sheet of the season following the team’s 1-0 victory over Solution FC on Sunday. The shutout was a significant achievement for ABS, who had conceded 12 goals in their previous seven matches, relying on four different goalkeepers during that stretch. Lawal’s

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Ejuke Makes Appearance as Sevilla Falls 4-1 to Barcelona

Ejuke Makes Appearance as Sevilla Falls 4-1 to Barcelona

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Chidera Ejuke was introduced in the 63rd minute during Sevilla’s 4-1 home defeat to Barcelona in their La Liga clash on Sunday. By the time Ejuke entered the fray, Sevilla was already trailing 3-1, and despite some spirited efforts, the team couldn’t mount a comeback. January signing Akor Adams missed the game due to a

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