Ajibade, Nnadozie Shortlisted for CAF Women’s Player & Goalkeeper Awards

Ajibade, Nnadozie Shortlisted for CAF Women’s Player & Goalkeeper Awards

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Super Falcons captain Rasheedat Ajibade and goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie have both been named in the final three shortlist for the 2025 CAF Awards, according to Bold Sports. Ajibade is up for the Women’s Player of the Year, competing against Morocco’s Ghizlane Chebbak and Sanaa Mssoudy. Her nomination follows a stellar year where she led Nigeria

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Lookman’s Strike Wins Atalanta October Goal of the Month

Lookman’s Strike Wins Atalanta October Goal of the Month

By / Fan Zone /
Nigerian winger Ademola Lookman has won Atalanta’s Goal of the Month award for October after scoring a stunning equaliser against AC Milan. His goal came in the 35th minute of the Serie A match on October 28 at the Gewiss Stadium. Lookman turned away from his marker and unleashed a powerful first-time left-footed strike into

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NPFL Shocker: Wikki Upsets Enyimba, Rivers United Edge Wolves

NPFL Shocker: Wikki Upsets Enyimba, Rivers United Edge Wolves

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Wikki Tourists stunned host Enyimba with a 1–0 win in Aba during their Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Matchday 13 clash. The decisive goal came in the 33rd minute from Abubakar Aliyu, handing the visitors a rare away victory. This result marked Enyimba’s second home defeat of the season. Meanwhile, in a fiercely contested South-South derby

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DR Congo Dash Super Eagles’ 2026 World Cup Dream via Penalty Drama

DR Congo Dash Super Eagles’ 2026 World Cup Dream via Penalty Drama

By / National Team News /
The Democratic Republic of Congo crushed Nigeria’s hopes of reaching the 2026 FIFA World Cup after edging out the Super Eagles 4–3 on penalties. The decisive showdown was tied 1–1 after extra time in the playoff final. Nigeria struck early when Frank Onyeka’s low effort from distance, aided by a deflection, found the back of

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Ucheibe Shines as Benfica Hold Twente in UEFA Women’s Champions League

Ucheibe Shines as Benfica Hold Twente in UEFA Women’s Champions League

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Super Falcons midfielder Christy Ucheibe was named Player of the Match as Benfica earned a vital 1–1 draw away to FC Twente on Wednesday, during Matchday 3 of the UEFA Women’s Champions League. Deployed in a defensive role, the 24 year old Nigerian delivered a commanding performance completing 89% of her passes, winning two ground

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Joy Omewa Fires Fortuna Hjørring Into Round of 16 With Big Europa Cup Strike

Joy Omewa Fires Fortuna Hjørring Into Round of 16 With Big Europa Cup Strike

By / Events & Tournaments /
Super Falcons forward Joy Omewa proved the difference for Fortuna Hjørring, scoring the only goal in a 1–0 away win over Breiðablik in the first leg of their UEFA Women’s Europa Cup round of 16 tie. The 22 year old has been in electric form for the Danish side — she has now scored all

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NPFL: Odey Reflects on Mixed Emotions Ahead of Enyimba vs Wikki Clash

NPFL: Odey Reflects on Mixed Emotions Ahead of Enyimba vs Wikki Clash

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Enyimba midfielder Michael Odey has spoken ahead of Sunday’s Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) clash against Wikki Tourists, describing a mix of excitement and caution as his side aims to maintain momentum. Odey, who has been instrumental in Enyimba’s midfield this season, emphasized the importance of focus against a Wikki side known for their counter-attacking

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Sporting Lagos Open NNL Campaign with Win as Inter Lagos Stun Gateway Away

Sporting Lagos Open NNL Campaign with Win as Inter Lagos Stun Gateway Away

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Sporting Lagos made a confident start to their 2025/26 Nigeria National League (NNL) season, defeating Osun United 3–1 at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena in Lagos. The Tech Boys wasted no time, as Aondona Adeede opened the scoring just four minutes in.  Kelvin Unenge doubled their lead in the 21st minute, but Osun United responded through

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Okoronkwo Eyes Third Title of 2025 as AFC Toronto Chase NSL Crown

Okoronkwo Eyes Third Title of 2025 as AFC Toronto Chase NSL Crown

By / Women's Football /
Super Falcons forward Esther Okoronkwo is on the cusp of potentially claiming a third major trophy in 2025 as she leads AFC Toronto into the inaugural Northern Super League (NSL) final. This remarkable season for Okoronkwo already includes a WAFCON title where she played a pivotal role and the NSL Supporters’ Shield, which Toronto clinched

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CAF Confirms: Ndidi Eligible to Feature vs DR Congo Despite Yellow-Card Worries

CAF Confirms: Ndidi Eligible to Feature vs DR Congo Despite Yellow-Card Worries

By / Law & Ethics /
Super Eagles midfielder Wilfred Ndidi has been cleared by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) to play in Sunday’s crucial World Cup playoff final against DR Congo, despite fears that accumulated yellow cards could sideline him. CAF has confirmed that the cautions Ndidi received during the group stages of the qualifiers do not carry over

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