NPFL Boss: VAR Not Feasible Yet Due to Infrastructure Gaps

NPFL Boss: VAR Not Feasible Yet Due to Infrastructure Gaps

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NPFL chairman Gbenga Elegbeleye has confirmed that Video Assistant Referee (VAR) won’t be introduced in the upcoming season due to multiple challenges chiefly, inadequate stadium infrastructure, limited power supply, and untrained personnel. While the league will deploy in-ear communication devices for match officials, VAR remains off the table for now. Speaking at the recent Annual […]

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Top-Quality Pitches Key to Super Eagles’ 2026 World Cup Bid

Top-Quality Pitches Key to Super Eagles’ 2026 World Cup Bid

By / Stadiums & Facilities /
Nigeria’s Super Eagles risk budding elite talent if the Nigeria Football Federation fails to upgrade its home pitches, warns Monimichelle CEO Ebi Egbe. With home qualifiers against Rwanda in September and Benin in October fast approaching, Egbe stressed that the playing surface is as essential as stadium size. Fans have voiced concerns over the lacklustre

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NNL Chair Hails Historic Regular Season Standards

NNL Chair Hails Historic Regular Season Standards

By / Local Clubs and Academies /
The Nigeria National League (NNL) leadership has lauded the “high standard” of the recently concluded regular season, calling it the best in recent memory. NNL chairman George Aluo credited the league’s balance, competitiveness, and operational improvements as key achievements, reflecting a league transformed under his watch. Aluo pointed to innovations such as equal conference sizes,

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Super Falcons’ Ajibade Vows to Fight for 10th WAFCON Title

Super Falcons’ Ajibade Vows to Fight for 10th WAFCON Title

By / Interviews /
Nigeria’s Super Falcons are eyeing a record-extending 10th Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) crown, forward Rasheedat Ajibade has affirmed. Nigeria, drawn in Group B alongside Algeria, Tunisia, and Botswana for the July 2025 tournament in Morocco, are determined to reclaim continental dominance. Ajibade nicknamed “Rash” scored twice during the qualifying rounds and delivered a

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Igoh Ogbu Misses Slavia Camp After Surgery, Tijani Also Out

Igoh Ogbu Misses Slavia Camp After Surgery, Tijani Also Out

By / Health & Fitness /
Igoh Ogbu was notably missing from Slavia Prague’s training camp squad after undergoing surgery for a fractured zygomatic arch, sustained during a clash with Viktoria Plzeň. The Super Eagles defender required immediate medical attention and is expected to be sidelined until late autumn. Fellow Nigerian player Tijani was also absent, though Slavia have not confirmed

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Okereke Not Close to Kocaelispor Deal, Clarifies

Okereke Not Close to Kocaelispor Deal, Clarifies

By / Transfer News /
Recent reports claiming that former Nigeria U23 striker David Okereke has reached a verbal agreement with Turkish side Kocaelispor are inaccurate, confirms. The 27 year old, currently on loan at Gaziantep from Cremonese, remains without transfer commitments as talks are yet to occur. Okereke has enjoyed a productive season in the Turkish Süper Lig, scoring

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“I Feel Ready” – Agu Targets Super Eagles Debut After Germany U21 Duty

“I Feel Ready” – Agu Targets Super Eagles Debut After Germany U21 Duty

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Felix Agu, 25 year old Werder Bremen full‑back, declared his eagerness to represent the Super Eagles after featuring twice for Germany’s Under‑21 side. Born in Germany to Nigerian parents, Agu confirmed his intention to switch allegiances and join Nigeria’s senior squad. The defender who has made 14 league appearances this season told Oma Sports that

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Badagry FA Boss Vows to Transform Youth with Football

Badagry FA Boss Vows to Transform Youth with Football

By / Local Clubs and Academies /
Dr Ozondu Martins, chairman of the Badagry Divisional Football Association, has pledged to revive hope in underprivileged youths by leveraging the power of football. He envisions using grassroots development to steer children away from crime and equip coaches, referees and club owners with vital opportunities. “My greatest mission is to ensure that every child… who

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Unity Ewelike’s Stunning Strike Secures Nouvelle‑Aquitaine Cup Win

Unity Ewelike’s Stunning Strike Secures Nouvelle‑Aquitaine Cup Win

By / Events & Tournaments /
A thrilling performance from Nigerian forward Unity Ewelike saw FC Marmande clinch the coveted Nouvelle‑Aquitaine Cup, their second trophy of the 2024/25 season. Ewelike’s composed finish delivered a narrow 1–0 victory in the final and underscored his outstanding contribution to the club. The 23 year old striker has been in sensational form all campaign, finishing

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Onyemaechi Thrilled with Olympiacos Move, Targets UCL Dream

Onyemaechi Thrilled with Olympiacos Move, Targets UCL Dream

By / Transfer News /
Bruno Onyemaechi has signed a four-year deal with Greek giants Olympiacos, marking a significant step in his career after leaving Boavista for €2.5 million. The 25 year old Super Eagles defender, known for his versatility on the left flank, scored three times and provided an assist in 18 league games for Boavista this season. The Owerri-born

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