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Three Nigerian Attackers Join Arsenal’ Training pre-Dinamo Zagreb Clash

By Kelechi Abel / Football Training and Coaching / January 22, 2025

Three talented young players of Nigerian descent participated in Arsenal’s final training session ahead of their UEFA Champions League clash with Dinamo Zagreb. Forward Andre Harriman-Annous, U18 striker Nathan Butler-Oyedeji, and attacking midfielder Ethan Nwaneri joined the first team at the Sobha Realty Training Centre in Shenley. Manager Mikel Arteta observed the trio as they […]

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Enyimba Boost Facilities with Coaches’ Residence,Stadium Security Post

By Kelechi Abel / Stadiums and Facilities / January 22, 2025

Enyimba Football Club, Nigeria’s most successful football team, has enhanced its facilities by securing an official residence for its coaching staff and upgrading stadium security. The new one-storey building includes two three-bedroom flats and four self-contained one-bedroom apartments, designed to offer a modern and comfortable living environment. Sporting Director Ifeanyi Ekwueme praised the initiative, highlighting

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Osimhen: “We Deserved More” After Galatasaray’s Draw with Dynamo Kiev

By Kelechi Abel / Match Previews and Reviews / January 22, 2025

Victor Osimhen expressed his disappointment following Galatasaray’s 3-3 draw with Dynamo Kiev in a UEFA Europa League match on Tuesday. The Turkish champions squandered a two-goal advantage, allowing their Ukrainian opponents to secure a late equaliser. Osimhen scored Galatasaray’s second goal of the match from the penalty spot seven minutes into the second half. Reflecting

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Ikorodu City Names Washington Egor as Academy Coach for 2025 NLO Season

By Kelechi Abel / Football Training and Coaching / January 22, 2025

Ikorodu City Football Club has named Washington Egor as its new Academy coach ahead of the 2025 Nigeria Nationwide League One NLO season. The club’s management made the announcement on Tuesday, highlighting Egor’s track record in developing young football talent. Expressing his enthusiasm, Egor stated, “I’m excited to be working with the Oga Boys. I’ve

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UCL: Super-Sub Lookman Shines with Goal, Assist in Atalanta’s 5-0 Win

By Kelechi Abel / Events and Tournaments / January 22, 2025

Ademola Lookman delivered a standout performance as Atalanta thrashed Sturm Graz 5-0 in the UEFA Champions League on Tuesday. The Nigerian international, introduced at the start of the second half, made an immediate impact, scoring Atalanta’s fourth goal and providing an assist for their fifth. Lookman’s goal came in the 90th minute, finishing off a

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Super Falcons Forward Signs with Deportivo La Coruña

By Kelechi Abel / Transfer News / January 22, 2025

Deportivo La Coruña has confirmed the signing of Nigerian international Blessing Nkor on loan for the remainder of the 2024/25 season. The Super Falcons forward, previously with Turkish side Gaziantep Asya Spor, will bolster Manu Sánchez’s team in their ongoing campaign. During her time in Turkey, the 21 year old showcased her prowess by netting

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AYICRIP-NELIS Football Academy Showcases Young Talents in Event in Lagos

By Kelechi Abel / Local Clubs and Academies / January 22, 2025

The AYCRIP NELIS Football Academy showcased exceptional young talent in an exciting exhibition match held at the Legacy Pitch in Surulere, Lagos, on Monday. Divided into Team Red and Team White, the academy’s players put on an entertaining display, with Team White emerging victorious in an 8-1 triumph. The event was attended by Japanese scouts

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Sevilla Boss Confirms Iheanacho Seeks Exit Due to Underperformance

By Kelechi Abel / Transfer News / January 21, 2025

Sevilla manager García Pimienta has confirmed that Nigerian forward Kelechi Iheanacho is seeking a move away from the club during the January transfer window. Iheanacho, who joined Sevilla from Leicester City last summer, has struggled to adapt to La Liga and is reportedly considering a return to England. Linked with clubs like Wolverhampton Wanderers, Ipswich

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NFF Launches Major Infrastructure Project to Boost Football Development

By Kelechi Abel / Stadiums and Facilities / January 21, 2025

The Nigeria Football Federation NFF has launched an ambitious infrastructure initiative aimed at advancing football development in the country and matching the strides made by Morocco in the sector. Central to the project is the construction of new playing fields and hostels for youth teams within Package B of the Moshood Abiola National Stadium in

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UCL: Olatunji Prepares for Key Matches Against Inter and Leverkusen

By Kelechi Abel / Football Training and Coaching / January 21, 2025

The UEFA Champions League returns this week with crucial fixtures and Nigerian striker Victor Olatunji is gearing up for two significant matches. Representing Czech giants Sparta Prague, Olatunji will face Italian heavyweights Inter Milan at home on Wednesday, followed by an away clash against Bayer Leverkusen, led by fellow Nigerian striker Victor Boniface, next week.

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