Akwa United in Southern Conference B as NNL Season Kicks Off November

Akwa United in Southern Conference B as NNL Season Kicks Off November

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Nigeria National League (NNL) has placed relegated NPFL side Akwa United in Southern Conference B for the upcoming 2025/26 season, with the league scheduled to begin on 8 November 2025. Akwa United will compete in a group that includes Sporting Lagos, Dakkada, Abakaliki FC, Solution FC, Osun United, First Bank, Stormers and Rovers. Akwa United’s […]

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Maja Nears Full Fitness, Could Start for West Brom vs Middlesbrough

Maja Nears Full Fitness, Could Start for West Brom vs Middlesbrough

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West Bromwich Albion boss Ryan Mason has indicated that Super Eagles forward Josh Maja is nearing full fitness and could be handed his first league start of the season when Albion face Middlesbrough on Friday. Maja, who was last season’s top scorer for the club with 12 goals in 26 appearances, has spent several months

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Warri Wolves stranded en route to Maiduguri after multiple bus breakdowns

Warri Wolves stranded en route to Maiduguri after multiple bus breakdowns

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A disastrous journey turned into a logistical nightmare for NPFL newcomers Warri Wolves, whose trip to Maiduguri for their clash against El-Kanemi Warriors was marred by bus breakdowns and delays. Original team bus broke down in Asaba, forcing the squad to wait while a replacement vehicle was arranged. The replacement bus also suffered mechanical issues

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Elvis Elendu pens pro deal with Wolves after youth promotion

Elvis Elendu pens pro deal with Wolves after youth promotion

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Wolverhampton Wanderers have officially handed Italian-born Nigerian centre-back Elvis Elendu his first professional contract, the Premier League club announced in an official statement.Elendu, 17, began the season as a first-year scholar before earning promotion to the Wolves U18 squad. Elendu originally started his football journey as a goalkeeper with Pro Soccer Youth in 2020, but

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13 Years Old Buhari Taiwo Aims to Fill Jay-Jay Okocha’s Shoes for Super Eagles

13 Years Old Buhari Taiwo Aims to Fill Jay-Jay Okocha’s Shoes for Super Eagles

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A 13 year old midfield prodigy, Buhari Taiwo, has declared himself ready to step into the void left by Jay-Jay Okocha in the Super Eagles setup. Taiwo, speaking with media, confidently said: “I’m ready to replace Okocha and help bring creativity back to Nigeria’s midfield.” Taiwo’s ambition has already captured attention, though his age and

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Iwobi fit again – Fulham boss says Nigerian midfielder ready for Brentford

Iwobi fit again – Fulham boss says Nigerian midfielder ready for Brentford

By / Injuries /
A minor knock will not keep Alex Iwobi out of Fulham’s London derby against Brentford, manager Marco Silva has confirmed. That the Super Eagles midfielder trained on Friday and remains a candidate for Saturday night’s Premier League fixture. Iwobi, who played 76 minutes in last weekend’s 1–0 win over Leeds United, had been considered a

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Defending champs bow out early as 1xCup Wild Card round ends

Defending champs bow out early as 1xCup Wild Card round ends

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A surprise turn of events has unfolded in the 1xCup 2025, as the reigning champions FC Bethel Sporting have failed to defend their title, crashing out during the Wild Card round.  Bethel, who lifted the trophy in 2024, were unable to advance, meaning a new champion will be crowned this year. Only two of last

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Flying Eagles defender Emmanuel Chukwu joins Wolfsberger AC on loan

Flying Eagles defender Emmanuel Chukwu joins Wolfsberger AC on loan

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A new step in Emmanuel Chukwu’s career has been confirmed, as the Flying Eagles defender moves on loan to Austrian Bundesliga side Wolfsberger AC from TSG Hoffenheim for the 2025/26 season. The 18 year old centre-back completed his switch after joining Hoffenheim earlier this year from Grassrunners Football Club. Chukwu, who starred in all six

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19 year old Brian Okonkwo signs with West Brom after Arsenal exit

19 year old Brian Okonkwo signs with West Brom after Arsenal exit

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A one year deal at Championship side West Brom has been secured by Nigerian-eligible goalkeeper Brian Okonkwo, who departed Arsenal at the end of last season. London-born shot-stopper impressed during a trial period and was handed a contract following a clean sheet performance against Crystal Palace on 29 August. Okonkwo, 19, is the younger brother

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Super Falcons’ Uchendu makes move to Melbourne City from Nantes

Super Falcons’ Uchendu makes move to Melbourne City from Nantes

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A fresh chapter begins for Chinaza Uchendu, who has officially transferred from FC Nantes to Australia’s Melbourne City FC ahead of the 2025/26 A-League Women’s season. The 27 year old forward signed after completing her stint in France, adding more international depth to a career that has taken her from Rivers Angels in Nigeria to

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