Rivers United Slip in Title Race as Lobi Stars Struggle with Relegation

Rivers United Slip in Title Race as Lobi Stars Struggle with Relegation

By / Nigerian Premier League /

Rivers United’s Nigeria Premier Football League NPFL title hopes took a significant hit after suffering a 1-0 defeat to Bayelsa United. The loss leaves them eight points adrift of league leaders Remo Stars, who extended their lead with a convincing 2-0 victory over Enyimba. With just seven games remaining, Rivers United now have 52 points […]

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Atubolu Reaches ₦25B Valuation Amid Arsenal Links After Historic Season

Atubolu Reaches ₦25B Valuation Amid Arsenal Links After Historic Season

By / Transfer News /

Super Eagles-eligible goalkeeper Noah Atubolu has reached a career high market value of €15 million approximately ₦25 billion, following a standout Bundesliga campaign with SC Freiburg. The 22 year old, born in Germany, has seen his stock rise sharply after consistently strong performances this season. Atubolu’s valuation jumped from €10 million to €15 million after

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Isaac Success Defends Chelle, Calls for Shared Blame in WCQ Struggles

Isaac Success Defends Chelle, Calls for Shared Blame in WCQ Struggles

By / Interviews /

Super Eagles forward Isaac Success has called for a collective reassessment of Nigeria’s 2026 World Cup qualification crisis, cautioning against placing all the blame on head coach Eric Chelle. In a candid interview with Home Turf, Success questioned the leadership structure of the Nigerian Football Federation NFF and challenged players, staff, and officials to take

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Valencia Coach Says Sadiq Likely to Face Mallorca Despite Illness

Valencia Coach Says Sadiq Likely to Face Mallorca Despite Illness

By / Football Training and Coaching /

Valencia head coach Carlos Corberán has expressed optimism that Nigerian striker Umar Sadiq will be available for their LaLiga clash with Real Mallorca on Sunday, despite a recent viral infection. Sadiq, who returned from international duty on Thursday, missed Friday’s training session due to a fever. However, Corberán confirmed the 28 year old was at

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Amuneke Hails Heartland’s Resilience After Draw at Sunshine Stars

Amuneke Hails Heartland’s Resilience After Draw at Sunshine Stars

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Heartland Technical Manager Emmanuel Amuneke has commended his side’s determination after they held Sunshine Stars to a 0-0 draw in a hard-fought NPFL matchday 31 encounter at the Dipo Dina Stadium in Ijebu Ode. The Naze Millionaires had endured a difficult run, going five matches without a win including two home draws and a narrow

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Awoniyi Eyes Rare Start for Nottingham Forest After Wood's Injury

Awoniyi Eyes Rare Start for Nottingham Forest After Wood’s Injury

By / Culture /

Nigerian striker Taiwo Awoniyi is set to be handed a rare starting opportunity for Nottingham Forest against Brighton this weekend, following an injury to first choice forward Chris Wood. Awoniyi has endured a frustrating campaign, largely playing a substitute role behind the in-form Wood, who has scored 18 goals and registered three assists in 29

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Sylvanus ‘Quick Silver’ Okpala Appointed Head Coach of Edel FC

Sylvanus ‘Quick Silver’ Okpala Appointed Head Coach of Edel FC

By / Local Clubs and Academies /

Former Super Eagles star Sylvanus Okpala has been named the new Technical Adviser of Nigeria National League NNL side Edel FC of Awka. The 63 year old replaces Abdulazeez Hamza Abara, who held the position for less than two months. Okpala, widely known as ‘Quick Silver’, officially took over the role on 26 March 2025

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Dele-Bashiru Back in Training, Targets Lazio Return vs Torino

Dele-Bashiru Back in Training, Targets Lazio Return vs Torino

By / Health and Fitness /

Fisayo Dele-Bashiru is back in training and could feature for Lazio in their upcoming Serie A fixture against Torino, following a brief spell on the sidelines with an ankle injury. The Nigerian midfielder, who missed three consecutive matches, was also left out of the Super Eagles’ final squad for the recent World Cup qualifiers due

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Shooting Stars Blow Two-Goal Lead in Draw with El-Kanemi Warriors

Shooting Stars Blow Two-Goal Lead in Draw with El-Kanemi Warriors

By / Match Previews and Reviews /

Shooting Stars were forced to settle for a 2-2 draw against El-Kanemi Warriors in a thrilling NPFL matchday 31 clash in Maiduguri on Thursday. Despite taking a commanding lead in the first half, the Oluyole Warriors allowed the hosts to claw their way back into the game. Gbenga Ogunbote’s side looked to be in control

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Ola Aina to Stay at Nottingham Forest Despite Interest from Top Clubs

Ola Aina to Stay at Nottingham Forest Despite Interest from Top Clubs

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Super Eagles defender Ola Aina is reportedly ready to extend his stay at Nottingham Forest, despite growing interest from Premier League giants Chelsea, Manchester City, and Liverpool. The 28 year old is in the final months of his current contract, but talks between Forest and his representatives have progressed positively. According to reports, Aina has

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