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WAFCON 2026: Super Falcons drawn with Zambia, Egypt and Malawi

By Kelechi / Women's Football / January 16, 2026

Nigeria’s Super Falcons have been drawn into Group C of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) alongside Zambia, Egypt and Malawi following Thursday’s final draw in Rabat, Morocco. The expanded 16-team tournament the largest in the competition’s history will run from 17 March to 3 April 2026 across multiple Moroccan cities, including Casablanca, […]

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Victor Samuel Elem Extends Contract at FK Pardubice for Three More Years

By Kelechi / Transfer News / January 16, 2026

Nigerian forward Victor Samuel Elem has signed a three-year contract extension with Czech First League club FK Pardubice, rewarding the striker for his goal-scoring exploits and potential. The 21 year old has impressed in the Pardubice attack since arriving from his previous club and has been pivotal in key matches, prompting the management to secure

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Haruna Hadi’s Strike Secures Vital 1–0 Win for Remo Stars Over Ikorodu City

By Kelechi / Match Previews & Reviews / January 16, 2026

Defending Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) champions Remo Stars earned a crucial 1–0 home victory against Ikorodu City at the Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne, thanks to a second-half goal from Haruna Hadi. After a tightly contested first half that produced few clear opportunities, Remo Stars broke the deadlock early in the second period. Hadi

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Ghanaian Referee Responds to Backlash After AFCON Semi-Final Officiating

By Kelechi / Law & Ethics / January 16, 2026

Ghanaian referee Daniel Nii Laryea has reacted to widespread criticism over his performance during the AFCON 2025 semi-final between Nigeria and Morocco in Rabat, insisting he is unfazed by the backlash. Laryea was at the centre of controversy after fans and players accused him of poor and biased officiating in the goalless contest that Morocco

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Esther Okoronkwo Extends Her AFC Toronto Deal Through 2027

By Kelechi / Transfer News / January 16, 2026

Super Falcons forward Esther Okoronkwo has extended her contract with Canadian club AFC Toronto, keeping her at the Northern Super League side through the 2027 season. The 28 year old joined Toronto in February 2025 and has impressed since arriving, prompting the club to secure her future as they build toward continued success. Okoronkwo enjoyed

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Davido Loses ₦75M After Super Eagles Fall to Morocco in AFCON Semi-Final

By Kelechi / Fan Zone / January 15, 2026

Nigerian music superstar Davido has reportedly lost a ₦75 million (about $50,000) wager following the Super Eagles’ exit from the AFCON 2025 semi-final against Morocco. The high-stakes bet placed on Nigeria to win within 90 minutes and for both teams to score failed to materialise in the goalless draw in regulation time, leaving the singer’s

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Oliseh Praises Onyemaechi for Keeping Diaz Quiet in AFCON Semis

By Kelechi / Interviews / January 15, 2026

Former Super Eagles midfielder Sunday Oliseh has hailed defender Bruno Onyemaechi for an impressive performance in Nigeria’s AFCON 2025 semi-final against Morocco, where he effectively limited the influence of star winger Brahim Diaz. Oliseh singled out Onyemaechi’s defensive display as key in neutralising Morocco’s leading threat. Diaz, the Real Madrid forward who had scored in

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Iheanacho Among Injured Stars Causing Celtic Coach Sleepless Nights

By Kelechi / Injuries / January 15, 2026

Celtic’s injury concerns have deepened with Nigerian forward Kelechi Iheanacho cited among the players troubling the club’s coaching staff ahead of a busy January schedule. The veteran striker has been sidelined and is yet to return to full fitness, adding to a growing list of absentees that have tested the Scottish giants’ depth. Iheanacho’s latest

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FC Robo Queens Keep Perfect NWFL Premiership Run with 2–0 Win Over Abia Angels

By Kelechi / Women's Football / January 15, 2026

FC Robo Queens extended their flawless start to the 2025/26 NWFL Premiership season by securing a 2–0 away victory over Abia Angels at the Enyimba International Stadium in Aba on Matchday Six. The Lagos side wasted no time asserting themselves, as Oluwakemi Adegbuyi opened the scoring early with a composed finish to give Robo the

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Shooting Stars Dominate Enyimba as Pillars, Wolves & Insurance Shine in NPFL

By Kelechi / NPFL / January 15, 2026

Shooting Stars produced one of the standout results of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) weekend by thrashing Enyimba 3–0 at the Lekan Salami Stadium in Ibadan on Wednesday. Lucky Emmanuel put the Oluyole Warriors ahead in the 17th minute, and they never looked back, adding further goals in the second half through Sodiq Ibrahim

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