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Sunshine Stars Shine Bright Lobi Stars Falter & Crown FC Hit Five at Gold Cup

By Kelechi / Local Clubs and Academies / October 22, 2025

Matchday 5 of the 13th edition of the Gold Cup 2025 delivered high drama across the groups Sunshine Stars claimed the bragging rights in the South-West with a convincing win while Lobi Stars stumbled and Crown FC stormed to a five goal haul. Sunshine Stars lit up the event with a composed and assertive display,

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Kano Pillars Appoint Mohammed Babaganaru as Interim Technical Adviser

By Kelechi / Match Previews & Reviews / October 22, 2025

Kano Pillars have announced the appointment of Mohammed Babaganaru as the club’s interim technical adviser, following the dismissal of former TA Evans Ogenyi due to under whelming results. The appointment comes as the club registers a disappointing start to the 2025/26 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season, with Kano Pillars having secured just two wins,

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Kano Pillars Appoint Mohammed Babaganaru as Interim Technical Adviser

By Kelechi / Training & Coaching / October 22, 2025

Kano Pillars have announced the appointment of Mohammed Babaganaru as the club’s interim technical adviser, following the dismissal of former TA Evans Ogenyi due to under-whelming results. The appointment comes as the club registers a disappointing start to the 2025/26 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season, with Kano Pillars having secured just two wins, two

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Onyemaechi Subbed Into Olympiacos’ Heavy 6-1 Defeat at Barcelona

By Kelechi / Events & Tournaments / October 22, 2025

Nigeria international Bruno Onyemaechi made his UEFA Champions League debut as a substitute for Olympiacos F.C. in a humbling 6-1 defeat to FC Barcelona on Tuesday. Onyemaechi entered the match in the 53rd minute, replacing Francisco Ortega, after Barcelona had already built a strong lead. During his time on the pitch he recorded six clearances,

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Onyeka Benched as Brentford Secure 2-0 Victory at West Ham United

By Kelechi / Match Previews & Reviews / October 21, 2025

Nigerian midfield international Frank Onyeka remained on the bench as Brentford claimed a 2-0 away win over West Ham United in the Premier League. The Bees broke the deadlock shortly before half-time thanks to a goal from Igor Thiago, and sealed the victory in stoppage time with a strike from Mathias Jensen. West Ham, playing at home, struggled

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Umar Mohammed Earns First-Team Promotion at China’s Jiangjun FC

By Kelechi / Youth Development / October 21, 2025

Nigerian striker Umar Mohammed has earned promotion to the first-team squad of Chinese club Jiangjun FC following a successful trial and continued impressiveness in training. The former AA Magaji academy talent from Kano State signed with Jiangjun earlier this year. Having joined the club in April 2025, Umar’s commitment, flexibility and goal-instinct helped him stand out among

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Oshoala, Ijamilusi and Six Others Arrive for Super Falcons’ Camp Ahead of Benin Clash

By Kelechi / National Team News / October 21, 2025

Six-time African Women’s Player of the Year Asisat Oshoala and defender Folashade Ijamilusi were among eight players who arrived early at the Super Falcons training camp in Lomé, Togo, as the squad prepares for their **2026 CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations Qualifier first-leg match against the Benin Women’s National Football Team. The Nigeria camp

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Yusuf Nets in 44 Seconds as Revolution Set Club Quickest Goal Record

By Kelechi / Match Previews & Reviews / October 21, 2025

Alhassan Yusuf made history for New England Revolution by scoring the club’s fastest goal of the 2025 campaign just 44 seconds into the match. The Nigerian midfielder intercepted a loose pass from an opponent, broke forward and chipped the goalkeeper to put the Revolution ahead almost immediately. The goal occurred during the regular-season finale at

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Ndubisi Jonathan Hits Four as Askö Oedt Blaze Through Austrian Game

By Kelechi / Events & Tournaments / October 21, 2025

Nigerian youngster Ndubisi Jonathan was once again the spotlight for Austrian side Askö Oedt, netting an impressive four goals in their latest Regionalliga Central fixture. The former Sporting Lagos FC forward arrived in Austria with high hopes and has quickly translated promise into productivity. His performance included sharp movement, clinical finishing and a level of confidence rarely seen this

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Yahya Ibrahim Named NPFL Player of the Month for September

By Kelechi / NPFL / October 21, 2025

Barau FC’s standout performer, Yahya Ibrahim, has been voted the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Player of the Month for September. The right-back/winger, having featured prominently in Barau’s early season fixtures, recorded three goals in three league outings, a tally that drew significant attention. His combination of attacking threat and defensive diligence earned him this monthly

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