Ukaki Makes Full Debut as Sheffield United Lose to Birmingham in Cup

Ukaki Makes Full Debut as Sheffield United Lose to Birmingham in Cup

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Promising Nigerian forward Ehije Ukaki played his first competitive match in English football, but it ended in a 2-1 Carabao Cup first-round defeat as Birmingham City edged past Sheffield United at St. Andrew’s @ Knighthead Park. The 20 year old signed for the Blades in the summer on a three-year contract from Bulgarian side Botev […]

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17 Year Old Chigozie Shines on Full Luton Debut in Carabao Cup

17 Year Old Chigozie Shines on Full Luton Debut in Carabao Cup

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Luton Town celebrated the full debut of 17 year old centre-back Christian Chigozie in a Carabao Cup match against Coventry City. Born in Spain and eligible to represent Nigeria, Spain or England, Chigozie signed professional terms last season and had previously been named on the bench in a Premier League match at Arsenal. He slotted

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Coach Ayodeji Urges Mandatory Medical Tests for Nigerian Coaches

Coach Ayodeji Urges Mandatory Medical Tests for Nigerian Coaches

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Former Sunshine Stars, Rising Stars FC, Adamimogo FC, and Akure City FC head coach Adepoju Banjo Ayodeji has called on Nigeria’s football league authorities to enforce mandatory medical tests for coaches and backroom staff during the registration of all league teams nationwide, Yohaig NG reports. Ayodeji’s appeal follows the sudden death of Shooting Stars coach

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Iheanacho Not Registered for La Liga Amid Interest from Turkish Clubs

Iheanacho Not Registered for La Liga Amid Interest from Turkish Clubs

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Despite being part of Sevilla’s squad, Kelechi Iheanacho has yet to be officially registered for La Liga, leaving his place in limbo. Meanwhile, Turkish teams are reportedly circling, with Beşiktaş among three Süper Lig clubs making formal enquiries into his availability a sign he may soon bid Spain farewell. Sevilla coach García Pimienta confirmed that

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Sunday Oliseh Warns Osimhen: Delay in EPL Move Could Diminish Value

Sunday Oliseh Warns Osimhen: Delay in EPL Move Could Diminish Value

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Former Super Eagles captain Sunday Oliseh has expressed concern over Victor Osimhen’s decision-making at this pivotal career moment. Speaking on social media, Oliseh urged the striker not to delay his move to the Premier League or risk regretting it later. He emphasised that clubs like Manchester United and Arsenal remain ideal destinations for sustained growth

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Abia Warriors Land Prolific Striker Chindi Merpring Ahead of Season

Abia Warriors Land Prolific Striker Chindi Merpring Ahead of Season

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Abia Warriors have secured the signature of striker Chindi Merpring as they ready for the upcoming NPFL campaign and their debut in the CAF Confederation Cup. The Nigeria National League’s top scorer with four goals last season, Merpring joins from Edel FC as part of Head Coach Imama Amapakabo’s squad-building drive. Meanwhile, six players including

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Super Falcons-Eligible Shot-Stopper Ude Extends Arsenal Deal to 2027

Super Falcons-Eligible Shot-Stopper Ude Extends Arsenal Deal to 2027

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Chiemela Ude, the Super Falcons-eligible goalkeeper, has renewed her contract with Arsenal securing her stay until the end of the 2026–2027 season. She earned promotion to the club’s under-21 squad and joined the travelling group for pre-season training in Kamloops, Canada. Announcing the news on Instagram, Ude said she is “Proud to be part of

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Kwara United Add Six Players, Target Two More for CAFCC Challenge

Kwara United Add Six Players, Target Two More for CAFCC Challenge

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Kwara United, one of Nigeria’s two representatives in the 2025/26 CAF Confederation Cup, have strengthened their Harmony Boys squad with six fresh signings. The Ilorin-based side are not done yet, as two more potential recruits remain under close evaluation. These reinforcements are aimed at ensuring the club makes a competitive statement on the continental stage.

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Nigeria Eliminated Early from CHAN After Devastating 4–0 Loss to Sudan

Nigeria Eliminated Early from CHAN After Devastating 4–0 Loss to Sudan

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In a dramatic and disappointing night for the Super Eagles B, Nigeria suffered a crushing 4–0 defeat to Sudan in their second Group D fixture of CHAN 2024, bringing their tournament to a premature end in Zanzibar. The result sees them exit the competition with two games played, no points, and no goals scored. The

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Durosinmi Nets for Viktoria Plzen as Rangers Edge Through in UCL Tie

Durosinmi Nets for Viktoria Plzen as Rangers Edge Through in UCL Tie

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Viktoria Plzen secured a 2–1 victory in the second leg of their UEFA Champions League qualifier against Rangers on Tuesday, thanks to Norgesinmi Durosinmi’s 44th-minute opener. However, the Czech side were eliminated on a 4–2 aggregate score, as Rangers held a commanding 3–0 advantage from the first leg at Ibrox. Cyriel Dessers started the fixture

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