Enyimba centre back Afolayan Peters is set to bolster the squad ahead of their high-stakes encounter with table toppers Remo Stars in Ikenne on Thursday. The former Heartland captain re-enters the matchday squad after serving a one-match suspension for a red card received during their Matchday 27 clash with Niger Tornadoes. Peters, who joined the […]
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Sunshine Stars have been cleared by the Nigeria Premier Football League NPFL to play their remaining home fixtures this season at the Otunba Dipo Dina Stadium in Ijebu Ode. The approval marks a return to familiar territory after the team had been forced to play home matches at the Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne due
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Super Falcons striker Gift Monday has completed a transfer to Major League Soccer side Washington Spirit. The Nigerian forward has signed a three year deal, with an option for an extra year, after leaving Spanish Liga F team UD Tenerife. Speaking to the club’s official site, the 23 year old expressed excitement about this new
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A thrilling night of football in Uyo saw Nigeria share points with Zimbabwe in a 1-1 World Cup qualifier. Victor Osimhen’s powerful header had put the Super Eagles ahead, only for Zimbabwe’s Tawanda Chirewa to snatch a late equaliser and silence the home crowd at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium. The first half was a cagey
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President Bola Tinubu has officially launched the Torch of Unity for the 22nd National Sports Festival, reaffirming his government’s commitment to sports development across Nigeria. At the event held at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, Tinubu described sports as a powerful tool for youth engagement, national unity, and economic growth. He called on both public
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Elegant Football Academy has announced the appointment of Agboola Azeez as their new manager on a two and a half year deal, with an option to extend for an additional year. Azeez, formerly the assistant coach at Oluwole FC, officially signed his contract and will assume duties immediately. Known for his tactical acumen and experience
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Super Eagles forward and reigning African Footballer of the Year, Ademola Lookman, is attracting serious interest from European giants ahead of a potential summer transfer from Italian side Atalanta. Reports from Italy and Spain have confirmed that La Liga powerhouse Barcelona have now added Lookman to their shortlist of attacking reinforcements for next season. According
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In a dramatic twist that could favour Nigeria’s Super Eagles in their quest to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, South Africa may face severe sanctions for fielding an ineligible player. During South Africa’s 2-1 victory over the Benin Republic on Matchday 1 of the African World Cup qualifiers, midfielder Teboho Mokoena was booked.
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Day 2 of the 2025 Jaganban Cup produced exciting football action as Ikorodu City FC, 36 Lions FC, and SGFC Athletics all secured impressive victories. Ikorodu City FC, one of the tournament favourites, showcased their quality with a dominant display, brushing aside their opponents with confident attacking football. Their fluid passing and clinical finishing left
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Arsenal wonderkid Ethan Nwaneri marked his England U21 debut with a brilliant goal in their 4-2 victory over Portugal. The teenage midfielder, who has represented England at U16 and U17 levels, made an immediate impact by scoring just ten minutes into the match. His left-footed strike from outside the box was one of the highlights
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