Uchenna Seals Three-Year Move to Red Star Belgrade

Uchenna Seals Three-Year Move to Red Star Belgrade

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Red Star Belgrade have officially announced the signing of Super Eagles centre-back Franklin Tebo Uchenna marking his arrival on an initial three year contract that could extend to 2029 under the club’s option. At 25 years old, Uchenna brings a wealth of European experience, having joined from Nasarawa United and spent time at Sweden’s BK […]

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Pinnick Urges Nigerians to Hold onto Hope in World Cup Push

Pinnick Urges Nigerians to Hold onto Hope in World Cup Push

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Amaju Pinnick, former president of the Nigeria Football Federation, remains optimistic about the Super Eagles’ chances of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Despite a difficult qualifying campaign, he insists Nigerians should not lose faith. He evoked memories of the 2018 World Cup qualifying campaign, recalling how Nigeria defied expectations despite being in what

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Boniface Revisits His Quip to Mourinho During That Arctic Roma Defeat

Boniface Revisits His Quip to Mourinho During That Arctic Roma Defeat

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Victor Boniface has revealed a light-hearted online exchange with José Mourinho, following Roma’s humbling 6–1 loss to Bodø/Glimt one of the heaviest defeats in the Portuguese coach’s career. Boniface reflected on his time at the Norwegian club, describing the extreme cold in the Arctic city. He recalled, “From the airport to the stadium is like

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NPFL to Kick Off as Scheduled on 22 August, Confirms NFF Chief

NPFL to Kick Off as Scheduled on 22 August, Confirms NFF Chief

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The Nigeria Premier Football League will begin its 2025–26 season on 22 August, the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) President, Ibrahim Musa Gusau, has reiterated. Speaking at the pre-season seminar held in Lafia, he emphasised that the league’s calendar now mirrors the European season, a milestone he credits to a more structured schedule. He added that

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Moffi Wolves Out As Toulouse Snatch Late Win Over Nice

Moffi Wolves Out As Toulouse Snatch Late Win Over Nice

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Super Eagles striker Terem Moffi featured prominently as Nice succumbed to a 1–0 defeat at home to Toulouse in Ligue 1 on Saturday. The Nigerian played for 76 minutes before being substituted off for Bernard Nguène. Despite exerting control in possession and creating several openings, Nice failed to capitalise—Moffi even struck the crossbar in the

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Fernandez Makes Immediate Impact with Rangers Return – via Header

Fernandez Makes Immediate Impact with Rangers Return – via Header

By / Nigerians Abroad /
Rangers’ new centre-back Emmanuel Fernandez announced himself in style during his debut, scoring a headed goal in the 23rd minute to help the Light Blues overcome Alloa Athletic 4–2 in the Scottish League Cup and advance to the third round. Rangers took the lead through Nedim Bajrami in the 13th minute, before a Joe Rothwell

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Sule’s Spot-Kick Makes No Difference as Enyimba U19 Bow Out of Group B

Sule’s Spot-Kick Makes No Difference as Enyimba U19 Bow Out of Group B

By / Events & Tournaments /
Sule converted from the penalty spot to hand Enyimba U19 a 1–0 win over Rangers U19 in their final Group B fixture. Despite that late success, the result proved insufficient Enyimba U19 still exited the competition at the group stage. We note that in youth tournaments, margins are small and outcomes often hinge on consistency

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Bassey Praised, Iwobi Impresses as Fulham Draw Dramatically at Brighton

Bassey Praised, Iwobi Impresses as Fulham Draw Dramatically at Brighton

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Calvin Bassey received a strong rating, and Alex Iwobi was rated impressive in Fulham’s thrilling 1–1 draw away at Brighton on the opening weekend of the Premier League. Sky Sports awarded Bassey a seven after a commanding 90-minute showing, while Iwobi earned a six before being substituted in the second half. Bassey had concluded the

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Kumater Shina Seals Move to Latvian Side BFC Daugavpils

Kumater Shina Seals Move to Latvian Side BFC Daugavpils

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Latvian top flight outfit BFC Daugavpils have confirmed the capture of Nigerian utility player Joshua Kumater Shina from Nasarawa United. The move sees the skilful footballer swap the Nigeria Professional Football League for the Virslīga, with hopes high that his adaptability will bolster the Baltic side’s campaign. Shina, admired for his determination and versatility, arrives

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Osimhen Denied a Debut Goal as Galatasaray Triumphs 3-0

Osimhen Denied a Debut Goal as Galatasaray Triumphs 3-0

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Victor Osimhen entered the fray in the 61st minute, making his first appearance of the season, as Galatasaray turned in an emphatic 3-0 victory over Fatih Karagumruk in their Turkish Super Lig fixture on Friday. The Nigerian striker, sidelined for the season opener against Gaziantep due to insufficient match fitness, was introduced to get minutes

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