NWFL Warns Premiership Clubs Against Late Registration Before Deadline

NWFL Warns Premiership Clubs Against Late Registration Before Deadline

By / Women's Football /
The Nigeria Women’s Football League (NWFL) has issued a stern warning to its Premiership clubs to complete their digital registration and club licensing by November 22, or face serious sanctions potentially even relegation. According to NWFL Chief Operating Officer Modupe Shabi, several clubs including Castmog Ladies, Osun Babes, and Naija Ratels have yet to finish […]

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Rivers United Head to Egypt for Showdown with Pyramids FC

Rivers United Head to Egypt for Showdown with Pyramids FC

By / Events & Tournaments /
Rivers United are en route to Egypt ahead of their much-anticipated CAF Champions League clash against Pyramids FC, the defending African champions. The Port Harcourt-based club earned their spot in the group stage for the first time ever, after narrowly overcoming Black Bulls of Mozambique in the qualifying rounds. Their group (Group A) also includes

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González Praises ‘Electric Chemistry’ Between Gift Monday and Kouassi After Spirit Win

González Praises ‘Electric Chemistry’ Between Gift Monday and Kouassi After Spirit Win

By / Women's Football /
Washington Spirit head coach Adrián González has lauded the “electric chemistry” between Nigerian forward Gift Monday and Ivorian attacker Rosemonde Kouassi, following their pivotal roles in the team’s recent 2–0 victory. González described their understanding as “special, instinctive, and extremely dangerous for any defence,” noting that their combined movement and synergy both on and off

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Anthony Nwakaeme Eyes January Comeback After Hamstring Setback

Anthony Nwakaeme Eyes January Comeback After Hamstring Setback

By / Health & Fitness /
Veteran Nigerian forward Anthony Nwakaeme is reportedly preparing to make a return to action for Trabzonspor in January, following a hamstring injury that has kept him sidelined. Nwakaeme picked up the injury early in the season during a match against Kocaelispor, sustaining a tear in his left hamstring. Medical assessments confirmed “a tear, bleeding, and

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Karim Adeyemi Fined €450,000 in Germany for Illegal Weapons Possession

Karim Adeyemi Fined €450,000 in Germany for Illegal Weapons Possession

By / Law & Ethics /
Borussia Dortmund forward Karim Adeyemi has been hit with a €450,000 fine after German authorities found a pair of prohibited weapons in his possession, according to reports. The weapons in question were a brass knuckle and a taser, items that are outlawed under German weapons legislation.  Prosecutors issued a so-called Strafbefehl (criminal order), allowing Adeyemi

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Lazio Weighing January Sale for Super Eagles Midfielder Dele-Bashiru

Lazio Weighing January Sale for Super Eagles Midfielder Dele-Bashiru

By / Transfer News /
Serie A side Lazio are reportedly considering letting go of Nigerian international Fisayo Dele-Bashiru in the upcoming January transfer window. According to Italian reports, manager Maurizio Sarri does not see Dele-Bashiru as part of his long-term plans and has pushed for the midfielder’s sale to free up funds. However, Lazio’s sporting director, Angelo Fabiani, is

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Enyimba Slash Players’ Salaries by 50% After Poor Run

Enyimba Slash Players’ Salaries by 50% After Poor Run

By / NPFL /
Enyimba International FC have imposed a 50% pay cut on their players, citing a string of disappointing performances in both the NPFL and continental competition. The club made the decision amid a run of poor form, including a home defeat to Wikki Tourists. In a meeting between management and players, the salary reduction was announced

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Tinubu Urges Super Eagles to Focus on AFCON After World Cup Disappointment

Tinubu Urges Super Eagles to Focus on AFCON After World Cup Disappointment

By / National Team News /
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has praised the Super Eagles for their “spirited effort” in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers — and urged the team to refocus on the upcoming 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) despite their heartbreaking exit. Nigeria’s World Cup dream was dashed when they drew 1–1 with DR Congo after extra

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Adegoke Chooses Manchester City as Nigerian-Heritage Prodigy Signs Pre-Contract

Adegoke Chooses Manchester City as Nigerian-Heritage Prodigy Signs Pre-Contract

By / Youth Development /
Young Nigerian-heritage talent Al-Ameen Adegoke has committed his future to Manchester City, signing a pre-contract with the Premier League giants. Adegoke, who has impressed in his development years, trained with both Manchester United and Manchester City. But it was City who won him over, thanks to their evaluation of his technique, maturity, and tactical sense.

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