Rangers head coach Fidelis Ilechukwu is targeting another win as his side prepares to face Bayelsa United in a matchday 23 fixture. Fresh off a 2-0 victory over Ikorodu City, with goals from Godwin Obaje and Isaac Saviour, Ilechukwu is confident that the momentum can be carried into the Yenagoa clash. The coach, who has […]
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Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi played a role in Fulham’s 2-1 victory over Wigan, helping the Premier League side secure a spot in the next round of the FA Cup. Iwobi, who began the match on the bench, was introduced in the 75th minute as a substitute for Martial Godo. Fulham took the lead through
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Shooting Stars secured a crucial 1-0 home win over Bendel Insurance, keeping them within touching distance of Nigeria Professional Football League NPFL leaders, Remo Stars. The match’s lone goal came in the 85th minute, with Godwin Odibo scoring on his debut after transferring from Sporting Lagos. Meanwhile, Remo Stars maintained their grip at the top
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Nigerian forward Chuba Akpom made an impressive start to life in Ligue 1, scoring on his debut for Lille in their 2-1 loss to Le Havre on Saturday night. Akpom joins an elite list of Nigerian players, including Moses Simon, Victor Osimhen, and Terem Moffi, who also scored on their Ligue 1 debuts. The 29
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The 2024/25 winter transfer window witnessed several Nigerian footballers making moves to new clubs, with some seeking fresh opportunities due to limited playing time and others stepping up to bigger stages. Here’s a rundown of the 11 most notable transfers involving Nigerian players. Kelechi Iheanacho (Sevilla to Middlesbrough) Iheanacho returned to England on a loan
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Heartland Queens’ technical adviser, Obi Ogbala, has reassured fans that the team will soon turn their season around in the Nigerian Women’s Football League NWFL. Despite a winless start with just one point from four matches, Ogbala remains optimistic as the team prepares to face Dannaz Ladies at home. After a strong showing last season,
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Abia Angels are gearing up for a fierce encounter with Remo Stars Ladies in their NWFL matchday five clash, with head coach Adanna Nwaneri boldly targeting an away victory. The team’s confidence has been boosted by a commanding 3-0 win over Confluence Queens, where standout player Lucky Mary scored a hat trick. Nwaneri attributed the
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Former Nigerian international Emmanuel Amuneke has commended Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen for choosing to remain with Turkish giants Galatasaray during the January transfer window. Osimhen, who joined the club from Napoli last summer, has been instrumental in Galatasaray’s success, regaining his top form and earning widespread admiration in Turkey. Speaking to Africa Foot, Amuneke
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Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle has named three players from the Nigeria Professional Football League NPFL in his 31-man provisional squad for the upcoming 2026 World Cup qualifiers. The squad will later be trimmed to 23 players before Nigeria’s crucial matches against Rwanda on March 21 and Zimbabwe on March 25. Enugu Rangers central defender
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Remo Stars Ladies head coach Wemimo Matthew has pledged her team’s determination to maintain their winning streak and finish the 2025 NWFL season unbeaten. Following a 4-1 triumph over Heartland Queens, Remo Stars remain atop the league table, having only dropped points in a 1-1 draw against Edo Queens earlier in the season. Goals from
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