Kennedy Boboye Set for Akwa United Return as Head Coach

Kennedy Boboye Set for Akwa United Return as Head Coach

Kennedy Boboye is poised to make a highly anticipated return as head coach of Akwa United, a team he famously led to their maiden Nigeria Premier Football League NPFL title during the 2020/2021 season. Discussions are underway in Uyo between Boboye and the club’s management, with an official announcement expected soon. An experienced manager, Boboye […]

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Umar Sadiq Future at Real Sociedad Uncertain Amid Transfer Speculations

Umar Sadiq Future at Real Sociedad Uncertain Amid Transfer Speculations

Nigerian striker Umar Sadiq’s tenure at Real Sociedad is in doubt, with multiple clubs expressing interest in acquiring him during the January transfer window. The 27 year old joined Sociedad from Almería in September 2022 for €20 million but has faced challenges, including a severe anterior cruciate ligament injury shortly after his arrival. This setback

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Gallant Flamingos Fail As Black Maidens Win WAFU B U17 Girls’ Cup Final

Gallant Flamingos Fail As Black Maidens Win WAFU B U17 Girls’ Cup Final

Ghana’s Black Maidens claimed the WAFU Zone B U17 Girls’ Cup title after a dramatic penalty shootout victory over Nigeria’s Flamingos. The final, held at the Ghanaman Soccer Centre of Excellence in Prampram, ended 2-2 in regulation time before Ghana edged Nigeria 5-4 on penalties. The Black Maidens started strongly, taking a 2-0 lead within

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National Stadium Upgrade Approved by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu

National Stadium Upgrade Approved by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the comprehensive upgrade of the Moshood Abiola National Stadium in Abuja, including a 200 room hostel in the stadium’s Package B. This initiative was announced by Malam Shehu Dikko, Chairman of the National Sports Commission, during a meeting with the Federal Capital Territory FCT SWAN in Abuja. The upgrade

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Coach Bala Abubakar Leads Sunshine Stars to Victory in First Match

Coach Bala Abubakar Leads Sunshine Stars to Victory in First Match

Coach Bala Abubakar started his tenure at Sunshine Stars FC on a positive note, securing a crucial 1-0 win over El-Kanemi Warriors in an NPFL Matchday 18 clash on Saturday. Promise Awosanmi’s 85th minute goal sealed the victory at the Dipo Dina Stadium, Ijebu Ode, marking Sunshine Stars’ first win in six matches. Appointed just

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Akujobi Shines for Almere City, Named in Eredivisie Team of the Week

Akujobi Shines for Almere City, Named in Eredivisie Team of the Week

Dutch born right back Hamdi Akujobi has earned a spot in the Eredivisie Team of the Week for Matchday 17, as selected by Whoscored.com. Akujobi’s standout performance came during Almere City FC’s 3-0 victory over his former club, SC Heerenveen. The 24 year old defender was instrumental in the win, registering three tackles, one interception,

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Police Baretta FC Wins ₦30M 18-Seater Bus as NLO Super 8 Champions

Police Baretta FC Wins ₦30M 18-Seater Bus as NLO Super 8 Champions

Police Baretta Football Club of Gombe clinched the New Year Mega Lottery NLO Super 8 title, earning an 18-seater bus worth ₦30 million. The team secured their victory in a tense final against Family Worship Champions FC of Abuja, triumphing 6-5 on penalties after a goalless draw in regulation time. The reward aligns with the

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Musa's Late Winner Seals Victory for Kano Pillars Against Tornadoes

Musa’s Late Winner Seals Victory for Kano Pillars Against Tornadoes

Ahmed Musa marked his return to action with a dramatic 93rd minute winner, securing a 2-1 victory for Kano Pillars over Niger Tornadoes in an NPFL Matchday 18 clash at the Sani Abacha Stadium. The Super Eagles forward, affectionately called “Governor” by the fans, made an impactful comeback after missing two games due to illness.

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Shooting Stars Edge Enugu Rangers with Utin’s Lone Strike

Shooting Stars Edge Enugu Rangers with Utin’s Lone Strike

Shooting Stars secured a crucial 1-0 victory over Enugu Rangers in Sunday’s Nigeria Premier Football League NPFL clash at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium, thanks to Ikouwem Utin’s decisive 27th-minute strike. The victory marks Shooting Stars’ second consecutive away win, extending their streak to four consecutive victories. The Oluyole Warriors’ resurgence has been remarkable, climbing to

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Ghana 0–0 Nigeria: Stalemate in CHAN Qualifier First Leg

Ghana 0–0 Nigeria: Stalemate in CHAN Qualifier First Leg

The Super Eagles and Ghana’s Black Galaxies played out a goalless draw in the first leg of their 2025 African Nations Championship CHAN qualifier at the Accra Sports Stadium on Sunday evening. The match was witnessed by Ghanaian football legend Abedi Pele, who was present in the stands. Abubakar Adamu showed flashes of brilliance, troubling

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