The winner of the 2024 African Nations Championship CHAN, set to take place in Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda, will receive $3.5 million, marking a 75% increase from the prize awarded in the previous edition. The total prize pool for the tournament has been raised to $10.4 million, representing a 32% increase. CAF President Dr Patrice […]
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Rivers Angels Football Club is preparing to kick off an exciting new chapter with the unveiling of their new head coach, Tosan Blankson, alongside the team roster and jerseys for the 2025 season. The event is scheduled for Sunday, January 12, at the Yakubu Gowon Stadium, Elekahia, offering fans and media a chance to preview
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Nigerian defender Zaidu Sanusi made a triumphant return to competitive football for FC Porto after being sidelined for over a year due to an anterior cruciate ligament ACL injury. The 27 year old entered the match in the 61st minute during Porto’s 1-0 loss to Sporting Lisbon in the Portuguese League Cup quarterfinal. Sanusi sustained
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Umar Sadiq marked his Valencia debut in style as the team secured a 2-0 victory over Eldense in the Copa del Rey round of 32 on Tuesday night. The Nigerian striker, on loan from Real Sociedad, came on as a substitute in the 58th minute. First half goals from Sergi Canos and Diego Lopez ensured
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The Nigeria Football Federation NFF has officially announced the appointment of Éric Sékou Chelle as the new head coach of the Super Eagles, Nigeria’s senior men’s national football team. The decision was approved by the NFF Executive Committee following a recommendation by its Technical and Development Sub Committee. Chelle, 47, brings a wealth of experience,
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Super Falcons goalkeeper Yewande Balogun has officially retired from professional football. The 34 year old announced her decision on Instagram, reflecting on her journey through the highs and lows of her career. Balogun shared her gratitude for being able to return to football after undergoing knee cartilage replacement surgery earlier in her life. She described
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Nigerian midfielder Kelechi Nwakali’s first goal in English football has been shortlisted for Barnsley’s Goal of the Month award for December 2024. Nwakali scored on his full League One debut during Barnsley’s 2-1 victory against Exeter City at St James Park on December 14. Playing in a deep lying midfield role, the Arsenal youth product
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AS Monaco has reportedly emerged as a leading contender for the signature of Nigerian striker Tolu Arokodare, currently playing for Belgian Pro League side KRC Genk. According to Foot Mercato, the Ligue 1 club has initiated contact with Arokodare’s representatives but is yet to formally approach Genk regarding a potential transfer. The 24 year old
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Kennedy Boboye, a seasoned coach in the Nigerian Premier Football League NPFL, has rejoined Akwa United for the rest of the 2024/2025 season. The club announced his return on their official X page, highlighting his previous success, particularly leading Akwa United to the NPFL title in 2021. Boboye’s immediate challenge will be to steer the
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Super Falcons midfielder Deborah Abiodun has completed her move to the National Women’s Soccer League NWSL side Washington Spirit. The 21 year old joins from Pittsburgh Panthers, where she had an impressive two-season stint. She has signed a three year deal with an option for a fourth year. During her time at Pitt, Abiodun scored
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