Okoye Reflects on Striker to Goalkeeper Journey Before Unity Cup

Okoye Reflects on Striker to Goalkeeper Journey Before Unity Cup

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Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye has revealed that his path to becoming a professional goalkeeper began with a twist he started his footballing journey as a striker. Speaking to Udinese fans ahead of the club’s final match of the season against Fiorentina, the 25 year old shared the unlikely story of how he ended up […]

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Wasiu Sanni Eyes Historic Cup Win for Kwara United

Wasiu Sanni Eyes Historic Cup Win for Kwara United

By / Events & Tournaments /
Kwara United head coach Wasiu Sanni has set his sights on delivering a long awaited Federation Cup victory for his team and the people of Kwara State. The Afonja Warriors are poised to make history in the upcoming final against Nigeria National League (NNL) side Abakaliki FC, a team that has stunned higher-tier opposition throughout

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Awoniyi Shares Recovery Progress in Phone Call with Senator Saraki

Awoniyi Shares Recovery Progress in Phone Call with Senator Saraki

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Nottingham Forest striker Taiwo Awoniyi has provided an encouraging update on his health following a serious stomach injury that led to surgery and a medically induced coma. In a telephone conversation with former Senate President Dr Bukola Saraki, Awoniyi revealed that although his condition has improved, he remains hospitalised. The Nigerian forward sustained the injury

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Watford Reward Injured Nigerian Starlet Kash Odiase with Pro Deal

Watford Reward Injured Nigerian Starlet Kash Odiase with Pro Deal

By / Youth Development /
Watford FC have demonstrated their faith in 18 year old Nigerian forward Kash Odiase by offering him a professional contract, despite a serious injury that sidelined him late in the 2024/25 season. The Championship club confirmed Odiase’s promotion from academy scholar to professional status in their official retained and released list. The promising attacker suffered

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Okocha: Super Eagles Can Still Reach 2026 World Cup

Okocha: Super Eagles Can Still Reach 2026 World Cup

By / Tactics & Analysis /
Despite Nigeria’s underwhelming start to the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers, former captain Augustine “Jay-Jay” Okocha believes qualification remains within reach. With just one win from six matches, the Super Eagles sit fourth in Group C, trailing leaders South Africa by six points. Yet Okocha remains optimistic. “If I say we don’t have any chance,

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Eguma Applauds NPFL Board for Matching EPL Calendar

Eguma Applauds NPFL Board for Matching EPL Calendar

By / Interviews /
Enyimba head coach Stanley Eguma has commended the leadership of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) for aligning the league’s calendar with that of the English Premier League (EPL), marking a significant milestone for the domestic game. For the first time in decades, the NPFL season will officially conclude on the same day as the

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Dortmund Seek Extension for Chukwuemeka Loan to Cover Club World Cup

Dortmund Seek Extension for Chukwuemeka Loan to Cover Club World Cup

By / Transfer News /
Borussia Dortmund are in talks with Chelsea over a short-term extension to keep Nigerian-eligible midfielder Carney Chukwuemeka beyond his current loan deal, which expires on June 30. The aim is to retain the tri-national player through the FIFA Club World Cup, which runs from June 15 to July 13. Dortmund want to extend the 21

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Club Brugge Targeting Nigerian Winger Akere in Summer Move

Club Brugge Targeting Nigerian Winger Akere in Summer Move

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Belgian top-flight giants Club Brugge are reportedly in talks to sign Nigerian winger Samuel Akere from Bulgarian side Botev Plovdiv as the summer transfer window approaches. According to reports from Africafoot, initial contact has already been made between Brugge and the player’s camp. Akere, 21, has impressed with five goals in 32 matches across all

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Madugu Sees Cameroon Friendlies as Key to AWCON Preparation

Madugu Sees Cameroon Friendlies as Key to AWCON Preparation

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Super Falcons head coach Justin Madugu has expressed his enthusiasm ahead of Nigeria’s international friendly double-header against Cameroon, seeing the matches as vital for fine-tuning the squad ahead of the upcoming Africa Women’s Cup of Nations (AWCON). The two fixtures will be staged in Ikenne and Abeokuta, both located in Ogun State. Madugu believes the

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