Bayelsa United Down 3SC in Ibadan as NPFL Season Delivers Surprises

Bayelsa United Down 3SC in Ibadan as NPFL Season Delivers Surprises

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Bayelsa United stunned Shooting Stars with a 1–0 win in Ibadan on matchday one of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL). A 30th-minute header from Kehinde Lawal proved decisive at the Lekan Salami Stadium. Elsewhere the weekend offered no shortage of drama. Warri Wolves claimed a well-earned 1–0 away victory over Katsina United, courtesy of […]

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Smith Rowe Praises Alex Iwobi’s ‘Trademark Cross’ After Instant Impact

Smith Rowe Praises Alex Iwobi’s ‘Trademark Cross’ After Instant Impact

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Fulham and Manchester United ended in a 1–1 draw at Craven Cottage on Sunday evening, but the highlight was Emile Smith Rowe’s remarkable instant impact off the bench. Stepping onto the pitch, he needed just one minute and thirty-three seconds and a single touch to fire in the equaliser, all thanks to a perfectly weighted

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Capello Critiques AC Milan's Pursuit of Boniface Amid Injury Concerns

Capello Critiques AC Milan’s Pursuit of Boniface Amid Injury Concerns

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Former AC Milan manager Fabio Capello has expressed reservations about the club’s decision to pursue Victor Boniface from Bayer Leverkusen, describing the move as a “gamble.” Capello highlighted concerns over Boniface’s injury history, particularly his two anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tears during his tenure at Bodø/Glimt, which have led to extended periods on the sidelines

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Taribo West Criticises NFF, Lagos Govt Over Rufai Family Neglect

Taribo West Criticises NFF, Lagos Govt Over Rufai Family Neglect

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Former Super Eagles defender Taribo West has expressed deep disappointment over what he perceives as the neglect of Nigerian football heroes after their passing. Speaking at the funeral of late goalkeeper Peter Rufai on Friday, West criticised both the Lagos State government and the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) for allegedly abandoning Rufai’s family during their

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Onyeka Helps Brentford Beat Villa, Secure First League Win Of The Season

Onyeka Helps Brentford Beat Villa, Secure First League Win Of The Season

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Nigeria international Frank Onyeka featured for Brentford as they claimed their first Premier League victory of the season, edging Aston Villa 1-0 at the Gtech Community Stadium on Saturday. Onyeka, making his second league appearance of the campaign, came on in the 69th minute to reinforce the midfield and help the Bees preserve their advantage.

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Chelsea Send Ashanti Akpan on Season-Long Loan to Southampton

Chelsea Send Ashanti Akpan on Season-Long Loan to Southampton

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Chelsea have confirmed that 19 year old midfielder Ashanti Akpan, who is eligible to represent the Super Falcons, will join Southampton on a season-long loan for the upcoming campaign, the club announced via their official channels. This marks her second consecutive loan move. Last season, she spent time at Birmingham City, playing fifteen matches as

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Côte d’Ivoire Named Host of 2025 WAFU-B U-17 Boys Championship

Côte d’Ivoire Named Host of 2025 WAFU-B U-17 Boys Championship

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The WAFU-B council has officially shifted hosting rights for the 2025 Under-17 Boys Championship from Nigeria to Côte d’Ivoire. The decision was prompted by ongoing renovation work at Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne, rendering one of the initial venues unavailable. Originally slated for Ogun State at the Moshood Abiola Sports Arena in Abeokuta and Remo

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Tella Stars but Leverkusen Fall to Hoffenheim in Bundesliga Opener

Tella Stars but Leverkusen Fall to Hoffenheim in Bundesliga Opener

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Nathan Tella featured prominently as Bayer Leverkusen suffered a 2–1 home defeat to Hoffenheim on Saturday in their Bundesliga season opener. The Super Eagles winger delivered a solid performance before being substituted in the 85th minute for Christian Michel Kofane. Meanwhile, his Nigerian compatriot Kevin Akpoguma was brought on for Hoffenheim in the 75th minute,

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Remo Stars Held as Okon Reflects on Celebration Against Former Club

Remo Stars Held as Okon Reflects on Celebration Against Former Club

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In an emotional start to the NPFL season, Rivers United’s Aniekeme Okon reflected on his celebration following his goal against former club Remo Stars an early header in their 1–1 draw at the MKO Abiola Stadium in Abeokuta. Okon’s glancing header in just the third minute, assisted by Timothy Zachariah, put Rivers United ahead. Remo

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