Victor Osimhen Named Super Lig’s Top Striker by Ex-PSG Star Nouma

Victor Osimhen Named Super Lig’s Top Striker by Ex-PSG Star Nouma

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Former Paris Saint-Germain forward Pascal Nouma has hailed Nigeria’s Victor Osimhen as the best striker currently playing in the Turkish Super Lig. In a recent interview with Ekol Sports, Nouma placed Osimhen at the top of a competitive list that includes Youssef En-Nesyri, Mauro Icardi, Edin Džeko, and Ciro Immobile. “The best striker in Turkey […]

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Flying Eagles in Limbo as Ivory Coast Pulls Out of U20 AFCON Hosting

Flying Eagles in Limbo as Ivory Coast Pulls Out of U20 AFCON Hosting

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Nigeria’s U20 national team, the Flying Eagles, are facing a wave of uncertainty following Ivory Coast’s sudden withdrawal as hosts of the 2025 U20 Africa Cup of Nations AFCON. The decision, announced just 30 days before the tournament was due to begin, has thrown Nigeria’s preparation plans into disarray. The Ivorian Football Federation FIF confirmed

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Falconets Stars Comfort Folorunsho and Adaobi Okah Join Banik Ostrava

Falconets Stars Comfort Folorunsho and Adaobi Okah Join Banik Ostrava

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Czech second tier side Banik Ostrava have secured the signatures of Nigerian youngsters Comfort Folorunsho and Adaobi Okah, both members of Nigeria’s U20 women’s team, the Falconets. Folorunsho, a commanding defender, makes the move from Nigeria Women Premier League champions Edo Queens, with whom she lifted the league title last season. Before her stint in

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Chelle Blames Fatigue for Nigeria's Late Collapse Against Zimbabwe

Chelle Blames Fatigue for Nigeria’s Late Collapse Against Zimbabwe

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Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle has attributed Nigeria’s late 1-1 draw with Zimbabwe to player fatigue and a lapse in focus during the closing stages. The result came as a blow after Nigeria had taken the lead through Victor Osimhen in the 74th minute, only to concede in the 90th minute when Tawanda Chirewa equalised

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Peters Returns to Bolster Enyimba Ahead of Remo Stars Showdown

Peters Returns to Bolster Enyimba Ahead of Remo Stars Showdown

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Enyimba centre back Afolayan Peters is set to bolster the squad ahead of their high-stakes encounter with table toppers Remo Stars in Ikenne on Thursday. The former Heartland captain re-enters the matchday squad after serving a one-match suspension for a red card received during their Matchday 27 clash with Niger Tornadoes. Peters, who joined the

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Sunshine Stars Get Green Light to Return to Dipo Dina Stadium

Sunshine Stars Get Green Light to Return to Dipo Dina Stadium

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Sunshine Stars have been cleared by the Nigeria Premier Football League NPFL to play their remaining home fixtures this season at the Otunba Dipo Dina Stadium in Ijebu Ode. The approval marks a return to familiar territory after the team had been forced to play home matches at the Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne due

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Victor Osimhen’s Header Cancelled by Late Zimbabwe Equaliser

Victor Osimhen’s Header Cancelled by Late Zimbabwe Equaliser

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A thrilling night of football in Uyo saw Nigeria share points with Zimbabwe in a 1-1 World Cup qualifier. Victor Osimhen’s powerful header had put the Super Eagles ahead, only for Zimbabwe’s Tawanda Chirewa to snatch a late equaliser and silence the home crowd at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium. The first half was a cagey

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President Tinubu Flags Off Torch of Unity for 22nd National Sports Festival

President Tinubu Flags Off Torch of Unity for 22nd National Sports Festival

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President Bola Tinubu has officially launched the Torch of Unity for the 22nd National Sports Festival, reaffirming his government’s commitment to sports development across Nigeria. At the event held at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, Tinubu described sports as a powerful tool for youth engagement, national unity, and economic growth. He called on both public

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Elegant Football Academy Appoints Agboola Azeez as New Manager

Elegant Football Academy Appoints Agboola Azeez as New Manager

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Elegant Football Academy has announced the appointment of Agboola Azeez as their new manager on a two and a half year deal, with an option to extend for an additional year. Azeez, formerly the assistant coach at Oluwole FC, officially signed his contract and will assume duties immediately. Known for his tactical acumen and experience

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