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Kano Pillars Unveil New Signings at City Landmarks Before NPFL Season

By Kelechi Abel / Transfer News / July 15, 2025

Kano Pillars FC have unveiled several fresh signings in a ceremony staged at notable heritage landmarks across Kano, merging club tradition with modern football culture. The event took place at the Sani Abacha Stadium and Sabon Gari (Pillars) Stadium—both key elements of the city’s sporting identity. Among the recruits are six key mid-season additions, including […]

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Blackburn Nearing Deal for Arsenal Graduate Ryan Alebiosu

By Kelechi Abel / Player Profiles / July 15, 2025

Blackburn Rovers have secured 23 year old full-back Ryan Alebiosu on a three-year contract, with an option for a further year. The former Arsenal academy talent arrives after spells with Crewe Alexandra, Kilmarnock, Kortrijk and most recently St Mirren, where he spent the latter part of last season on loan from the Belgian side. Standing at

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Zambia’s Kundananji Confident Ahead of WAFCON QF vs Super Falcons

By Kelechi Abel / Interviews / July 15, 2025

Zambia forward Racheal Kundananji has expressed confidence in her team’s ability to overcome Nigeria’s Super Falcons in their upcoming quarter-final match at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). The two teams are set to face each other on Thursday, July 17, in Casablanca, Morocco. Kundananji, who has been instrumental in Zambia’s campaign, has

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NNL Confirms October 2025 Start, AGM Scheduled for August

By Kelechi Abel / Local Clubs and Academies / July 14, 2025

The Nigeria National League (NNL) has officially announced that the 2025–26 campaign will begin in October 2025, following a board meeting at Stephen Keshi Stadium in Asaba on 11 July. While an exact match date is yet to be finalised, the league has also scheduled its Annual General Meeting for the last week of August, as

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Okoye Confident Super Eagles Will Qualify for 2026 World Cup

By Kelechi Abel / Interviews / July 14, 2025

Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye believes Nigeria has what it takes to secure a place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Speaking to Brila FM, the Udinese shot stopper said the team’s spirits are high as they prepare to resume qualifiers in September. Nigeria currently sit fourth in Group C, six points adrift of leaders South Africa, with

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Edo Queens Sign Ghanaian Goalkeeper Charlotte Adjei for New Season

By Kelechi Abel / Women's Football / July 14, 2025

Edo Queens have announced the signing of Ghanaian goalkeeper Charlotte Adjei as they prepare for the upcoming NWFL Premiership campaign. Adjei, fresh off earning the Goalkeeper of the Season award in Nigeria’s top women’s league, brings experience and recognition to bolster the Benin City side’s squad. The official presentation was held in Benin City and

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Rangers Plan Temporary Return to Awka Stadium for 2025–26 Season

By Kelechi Abel / Stadiums & Facilities / July 14, 2025

Rangers International of Enugu are exploring a temporary move back to Awka City Stadium for the upcoming NPFL season, citing infrastructural demands and ongoing renovations at their iconic Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium. The club has expressed its intention to utilise Awka as a provisional home ground, with the League Management Company (LMC) set to inspect the

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Super Falcons Held by Algeria in Goalless Group B Draw

By Kelechi Abel / Events & Tournaments / July 14, 2025

Nigeria’s Super Falcons were held to a 0–0 stalemate by Algeria in their final group-stage clash of WAFCON 2024 in Casablanca. The match, played under emotional circumstances, saw both sides locked in, as neither Rasheedat Ajibade, Jennifer Echegini, nor Chinwendu Ihezuo could break the deadlock. Moments before kickoff, the Falcons observed a minute’s silence in

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Super Eagles Defender Benjamin Fredrick Joins FCV Dender on Loan

By Kelechi Abel / Transfer News / July 14, 2025

Super Eagles defender Benjamin Fredrick has completed a season-long loan move from English Premier League club Brentford to Belgian top-flight side FCV Dender EH. The 20 year old right-back is expected to gain valuable first-team experience with the newly promoted club during the 2025–26 Pro League season. Fredrick’s move to Dender follows a successful period

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Napoli Excludes Osimhen from Serie A Squad Amid Transfer Turmoil

By Kelechi Abel / Transfer News / July 14, 2025

Napoli has officially excluded Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen from its 23-man Serie A squad for the 2024–25 season. This decision follows the collapse of transfer negotiations with Chelsea and Saudi Arabian club Al-Ahli, leaving Osimhen sidelined despite a contract extension until 2026 and a €130 million release clause. Coach Antonio Conte confirmed that Osimhen will

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