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Ikeja Referees Emerge Victorious in LSRC 4-Aside Tournament

By Kelechi Abel / Football Law and Ethics / December 28, 2024

The Ikeja Football Referees Society clinched the championship title at the Lagos State Referees Council LSRC 4-Aside Inter Society Tournament. The competition featured 10 referees’ societies and culminated in Ikeja’s victory over Ikorodu Football Referees Society in a keenly contested final. Ikorodu secured the silver medal, while Lagos Referees Society took home bronze. Council Chairman […]

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Jordan Criticize Gent Teammates After Home Defeat to Union St. Gilloise

By Kelechi Abel / Football Tactics and Analysis / December 28, 2024

Super Eagles defender Jordan Torunarigha has expressed frustration with his teammates following Gent’s 3-1 home loss to Union St. Gilloise in their final match of 2024. Gent had entered the game with momentum after a 1-0 win over Standard Liege but faltered in the second half, conceding three goals quickly. The defender emphasized the importance

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Flying Eagles Striker Chukwubuikem Ikwuemesi Ends 2024 on a High

By Kelechi Abel / Events and Tournaments / December 28, 2024

Former Flying Eagles striker Chukwubuikem Ikwuemesi delivered a stunning performance for OH Leuven in their 2-0 win over Beerschot, scoring both goals to snap a seven-game goal drought. The 23 year old opened the scoring in the 76th minute and completed his brace 10 minutes later, bringing his total to four goals in the Belgian

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Igoh Ogbu: I’m Not in a Hurry to Play for Super Eagles

By Kelechi Abel / Interviews / December 28, 2024

Slavia Prague defender Igoh Ogbu has expressed that while playing for Nigeria’s Super Eagles remains a dream, he is patient and waiting for the right time to represent the national team. Ogbu revealed that he had contact with the Nigeria Football Federation NFF in the past but chose to prioritize personal readiness and circumstances. “For

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Galatasaray Coach Okan Buruk on Potential Victor Osimhen Transfer

By Kelechi Abel / Merchandising and Branding / December 27, 2024

Galatasaray manager Okan Buruk has expressed his desire to retain Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen beyond the January transfer window. Osimhen joined the Turkish Süper Lig champions on loan in September, but his contract includes a break clause that could see him leave during the mid season. Speaking to Fanatik, Buruk highlighted his admiration for

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John Junior Igbarumah Departs Sweden for Uzbekistan’s FC Sogdiana

By Kelechi Abel / Transfer News / December 27, 2024

Nigerian striker John Junior Igbarumah has left Swedish club Sandvikens IF to join FC Sogdiana in Uzbekistan. The 32 year old, who first joined Sandvikens in 2015 and returned in 2021 after a three season stint away, contributed eight goals and five assists in the Swedish Superettan last season. In an emotional farewell message posted

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Black Galaxies Arrive in Uyo for CHAN 2024 Qualifier Against Home Eagles

By Kelechi Abel / Events and Tournaments / December 27, 2024

The Black Galaxies of Ghana arrived in Uyo on Friday for the second leg of their 2024 African Nations Championship CHAN qualifier against Nigeria’s Home Eagles. The team, comprising 26 players, technical staff, and officials from the Ghana Football Association, is set to train at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium. Their training session, scheduled from

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Southampton Manager Ivan Juric Confident in Paul Goal Scoring Potential

By Kelechi Abel / Football Training and Coaching / December 27, 2024

Southampton manager Ivan Juric has expressed confidence in Nigerian striker Paul Onuachu’s ability to end his goal drought. Onuachu impressed during his second start of the season, despite Southampton’s 1-0 Boxing Day loss to West Ham United, missing several chances. Juric emphasized Onuachu’s proven track record in Belgium and Turkey, where he consistently netted 20

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NPFL 2024/2025: Top Highlights from Matchday 18

By Kelechi Abel / Nigerian Premier League / December 27, 2024

Matchday 18 of the Nigeria Premier Football League NPFL delivered intense action, crucial results, and notable performances as teams battled to close the first half of the season on a high note. Here are the top five takeaways: Matchday 18 Results Kano Pillars 2-1 Niger Tornadoes Sunshine Stars 1-0 El-Kanemi Warriors Bendel Insurance 1-0 Lobi

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Arsenal Promotes Two Nigerian Following Saka and Sterling Injuries

By Kelechi Abel / Youth Development and Scouting / December 27, 2024

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has called up two inform Nigerian academy players, Nathan Butler Oyedeji and Andre Harriman Annous, to first team training ahead of the Premier League match against Ipswich Town on Friday. This decision comes after injuries sidelined key wingers Bukayo Saka and Raheem Sterling. Butler Oyedeji, the Arsenal U21 captain, has been

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