Chiamaka Nnadozie Tops WSL Saves, Matches Man Utd and Villa Keepers

Chiamaka Nnadozie Tops WSL Saves, Matches Man Utd and Villa Keepers

By / Fan Zone /
Brighton and Hove Albion’s Nigerian goalkeeper, Chiamaka Nnadozie, has emerged as a standout performer in the Women’s Super League (WSL) this season. Since joining the Seagulls in the summer following her departure from Paris FC, Nnadozie has made a significant impact, leading the league with 22 saves. Her save rate stands at an impressive 85%,

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32 Teams Set for 8th Ibro-Peckham Marlians Cup Defending Champions Miss Out

32 Teams Set for 8th Ibro-Peckham Marlians Cup Defending Champions Miss Out

By / Local Clubs and Academies /
The 8th edition of the Ibro-Peckham Marlians Football Championship is set to commence in early November 2025, with 32 grassroots teams vying for glory in Ifo, Ogun State. This year’s tournament, organised by the Ifo Football Council, promises to showcase the best of local talent and community spirit. Matches will take place at the Nawarudeen

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Dosu Encourages Patience with Harcourt Amidst Criticism

Dosu Encourages Patience with Harcourt Amidst Criticism

By / Player Profiles /
Former Nigerian international goalkeeper Joseph Dosu has urged fans and pundits to exercise patience with Flying Eagles goalkeeper Ebenezer Harcourt following Nigeria’s 4-0 defeat to Argentina in the Round of 16 at the 2025 FIFA U-20 World Cup. Despite some criticism of Harcourt’s performance, Dosu emphasised that the young goalkeeper is still in the developmental

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Rangers, Tottenham Join Leverkusen in Race for Nigeria U20 Star

Rangers, Tottenham Join Leverkusen in Race for Nigeria U20 Star

By / Transfer News /
Two new European suitors Rangers and Tottenham Hotspur have reportedly entered the race to sign Nigeria U20 forward Sani Suleiman, increasing the competition around his signature. This interest comes after earlier reports that Bayer Leverkusen had been closely monitoring Suleiman, following his breakout performances at AS Trencin and during youth tournaments.  Tottenham are said to

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NFF to Wrap Up Next Phase of CAF B Coaching Course This Weekend

NFF to Wrap Up Next Phase of CAF B Coaching Course This Weekend

By / Governance /
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) is poised to conclude another phase of its CAF B license coaching course over the upcoming weekend, sources indicate. The programme, an integral part of the NFF’s ongoing coach development strategy, aims to elevate coaching standards across the country. It follows earlier phases which have already seen coaches going through

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Olowookere Optimistic About Flamingos' Prospects in Morocco

Olowookere Optimistic About Flamingos’ Prospects in Morocco

By / Training & Coaching /
Nigeria’s U-17 women’s football team, the Flamingos, are gearing up for the 2025 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco with high hopes. Head coach Bankole Olowookere believes the team can achieve something special in the tournament. The Flamingos have been drawn into Group D alongside Canada, France, and Samoa. Their first match is scheduled

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NNL Launches Stadium Inspections Ahead of 2025/26 Season

NNL Launches Stadium Inspections Ahead of 2025/26 Season

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In preparation for the upcoming 2025/2026 season, the Nigeria National League (NNL) has kicked off comprehensive inspections of stadium facilities across the country to ensure they meet professional standards. All 36 participating clubs have been instructed to submit their preferred home venues by October 13, 2025, as the league’s inspection team will visit these grounds.

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Raphael Onyedika Still on Eintracht Frankfurt’s Radar

Raphael Onyedika Still on Eintracht Frankfurt’s Radar

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Super Eagles midfielder Raphael Onyedika remains firmly on the radar of Bundesliga outfit Eintracht Frankfurt, who continue to monitor his situation closely. According to German outlet Bild, the club has not dropped interest in the Nigerian international and is still considering a move for the energetic midfielder. Onyedika, currently playing for Club Brugge in Belgium,

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Nigeria’s Youth Football Must Be Built from the Ground Up, Foundation Insists

Nigeria’s Youth Football Must Be Built from the Ground Up, Foundation Insists

By / Local Clubs and Academies /
Following Nigeria’s 4–0 defeat to Argentina in the recent U‑20 match, Lawrence Okonji, founder of the Play More Football Foundation, has urged urgent attention for grassroots football development. Okonji explained that one of the foundation’s primary goals is to close the gap in early‑training and mentoring young players across the country. He said that his

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Leicester's Olabade Aluko Earns England U20 Call-Up After Nigeria's Approach

Leicester’s Olabade Aluko Earns England U20 Call-Up After Nigeria’s Approach

By / Nigerians Abroad /
Leicester City’s promising right-back, Olabade Aluko, has received a late call-up to the England U20 squad ahead of their friendly against Switzerland. This development follows Nigeria’s earlier attempt to engage the 18 year old, who made history as the youngest player of Nigerian descent to debut in the Premier League for Leicester City. Aluko’s inclusion

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