Odion Ighalo played a pivotal role in Al Wehda’s 1-0 victory over Damac, providing the assist that secured three precious points in the Saudi Pro League on Thursday. The former Super Eagles striker teed up Juninho Bacuna for the game’s only goal in the 52nd minute, helping the struggling side snap a losing streak. The […]
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Three of the Nigeria Women Football League’s heavyweights Edo Queens, Bayelsa Queens, and Rivers Angels have officially clinched their places in the 2024/25 NWFL Premiership Super Six after Matchday 11 concluded on April 9. Edo Queens continued their dominant run by defeating Remo Stars Ladies 1-0 in a top-tier Group A clash in Ikenne. Kafayat
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Victor Udoh’s rising trajectory has taken a harsh turn following a serious ankle injury, raising uncertainty over his availability for next month’s Unity Cup in London. The 20 year old Southampton forward, who was being closely monitored by Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle, picked up the injury during a Premier League 2 clash against
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Chuba Akpom may not have secured a regular spot in Lille’s starting lineup just yet, but teammate Mitchel Bakker remains confident the forward will prove his worth in time. Having joined the French side last summer from Ajax, Akpom’s first season has been anything but smooth. Limited minutes on the pitch have made it challenging
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Under the lights at Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Ikorodu City FC delivered a performance that will echo through the annals of Nigerian football. Their emphatic 6-0 victory over Katsina United wasn’t just a win it was a spectacle, a symphony of dominance played to a roaring Lagos crowd. The fireworks began just 11 minutes in, as
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Former Nigeria U20 coach Manu Garba has identified Kelechi Iheanacho’s ideal role on the pitch, backing the forward to thrive as a support striker rather than a central striker or midfielder. The insight comes as Iheanacho finds form at Middlesbrough, where he is currently on loan from Sevilla. After a quiet start to life at
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Shooting Stars Sports Club 3SC have been hit with fines totalling ₦5 million and handed a stadium ban for the remainder of the season following a violent incident involving fans after their NPFL Matchday 32 clash with Ikorodu City FC. The match, held at the Lekan Salami Stadium in Ibadan, ended in chaos as supporters
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Remo Stars showcased their resilience as they came from two goals down to earn a 2-2 draw against Lobi Stars in a rescheduled NPFL Matchday 30 encounter held at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium, Enugu, on Wednesday. Lobi Stars started brightly, with Johnmark Atule opening the scoring in the 35th minute. Their lead was doubled just
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Fenerbahce are set to offer Bright Osayi-Samuel a fresh and lucrative contract in a bid to retain the Nigerian defender beyond the summer. The Turkish champions are keen to keep hold of the 27 year old as his current deal enters its final months, potentially leaving him free to exit at season’s end. Talks between
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Nasarawa Amazons delivered a dominant masterclass as they thrashed zonal rivals Confluence Queens 5-0 on Matchday 11 of the 2024/2025 NWFL Premiership. The hosts came out flying, finding the net five times in a ruthless display that left their visitors without answers. The scoring began almost immediately, with Bello breaking the deadlock in the second
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