Flying Eagles head coach Aliyu Zubairu has shared his thoughts following Nigeria’s 2-0 victory over Ivory Coast’s Young Elephants in their first pre-U20 Africa Cup of Nations AFCON friendly match. Goals from captain Daniel Bamayi and Divine Oliseh in the second half secured the win, providing a confidence boost as the team prepares for the […]
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Nigerian defender Bruno Onyemaechi played a key role in Olympiakos’ dominant 6-0 victory over AEK Athens in the first leg of their Greek Cup semifinal. The full back successfully neutralized Swedish winger Niclas Eliasson, ensuring that AEK struggled to create meaningful chances. Onyemaechi credited his Olympiakos teammate Francisco Ortega for providing crucial tactical advice before
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Enugu Rangers secured a commanding 3-0 victory over struggling Sunshine Stars, but head coach Fidelis Ilechukwu believes his side could have been even more ruthless in front of goal. Goals from Bashir Usman and Kingsley Maduforo sealed the dominant win, helping Rangers climb to third place in the league table with 41 points. However, Ilechukwu
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Nigerian defender Chidozie Awaziem delivered a commanding performance in the Concacaf Champions Cup, successfully keeping former Arsenal and Chelsea striker Olivier Giroud at bay despite Colorado Rapids’ 1-0 defeat to LAFC at BMO Stadium. Mark Delgado’s goal early in the second half proved decisive, eliminating Colorado Rapids on away goals. However, Awaziem’s display against Giroud
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Robo Queens suffered a 3-1 defeat to Bayelsa Queens in their NWFL Premiership match at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Onikan, Lagos. This marked their first home loss of the season, allowing Bayelsa Queens to solidify their position at the top of Group B while remaining unbeaten after six matchdays. Speaking after the game, Robo Queens
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Bafana Bafana head coach, Hugo Broos, has expressed surprise at Nigeria’s slow start in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers, acknowledging that the Super Eagles’ struggles are unexpected given their talent. Currently sitting fifth in Group C with just three points from four matches, Nigeria has yet to win a game in the qualifiers. Broos
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Niger Tornadoes head coach, Majin Mohammed, has issued a strong rallying cry to his players ahead of their NPFL Matchday 26 encounter against Lobi Stars FC. After dropping points in their first-leg meeting in Minna, Majin is determined for his side to make amends and secure maximum points in the return fixture. Addressing his team
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Sky Sports has reported that Liverpool is eyeing Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman as a potential replacement for Mohamed Salah, should the Egyptian star leave the club at the end of the season. Salah’s contract situation remains unresolved, and with no renewal in place, he could depart Anfield as a free agent when his deal expires.
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Ijebu Ode, Ogun State, is set to host an elite gathering of European football scouts and club representatives as the Best Talent Football Club organizes a mega scouting tournament aimed at unearthing Nigeria’s brightest football prospects. Building on the success of last year’s event at the University of Ibadan Sports Complex, which saw several Nigerian
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This match presents a revenge opportunity for Edo Queens, who suffered a shock 1-0 defeat to newly promoted Ekiti Queens in the first leg in Ado Ekiti. Now, determined to make amends, the Benin City based side is fully focused on securing a dominant victory in front of their home supporters. Edo Queens are currently
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