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NWFL Mandates Simultaneous Kick-Offs to Ensure Fairness on Final Day

By Kelechi Abel / Women's Football / April 25, 2025

The Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) has confirmed that two key fixtures on the final day of the regular season will kick off simultaneously to ensure competitive integrity. Matches between Naija Ratels and Bayelsa Queens in Abuja, and FC Robo Queens versus Delta Queens in Lagos, will now both begin at 3:00 PM on Wednesday, […]

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Obah Jeremy Secures Move to Peninsula College Athletic in the USA

By Kelechi Abel / Transfer News / April 25, 2025

Promising Nigerian forward Obah Jeremy has completed a move to Peninsula College Athletic in the United States, marking a major step forward in his budding football career. Known for his clinical finishing and sharp attacking instincts, Jeremy has built a strong reputation on the Nigerian youth football scene. His transition to the U.S. collegiate system

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Nwakaeme Assists as Trabzonspor Reach Turkish Cup Final

By Kelechi Abel / Match Previews & Reviews / April 25, 2025

Veteran Nigerian forward Anthony Nwakaeme provided a crucial assist to help Trabzonspor defeat Göztepe 2–0 and secure their place in the final of the Turkish Cup. The 36 year old set up Oleksandr Zubkov’s goal in the 89th minute, sealing the win after Ozan Tufan had broken the deadlock with 12 minutes remaining. Nwakaeme, who

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Captain Alalibo Somiari, Four Others Leave Enyimba by Mutual Consent

By Kelechi Abel / News / April 25, 2025

Five senior players, including captain Alalibo Somiari, have officially parted ways with Enyimba FC following mutual contract terminations. Also exiting the club are Ezeh Chidera Collins, Nwaodu Chukwudi Justin, Onyemaechi Austin, and Onyirimba Odinaka. The decision comes amid frustrations over limited playing time under head coach Stanley Eguma. According to an internal source, the players

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Aliyu Ibrahim Seals Move to Columbus Crew in MLS Trade Deal

By Kelechi Abel / Transfer News / April 25, 2025

Nigerian forward Aliyu Ibrahim has completed a switch within Major League Soccer (MLS), moving from the Houston Dynamo to the Columbus Crew in a cash for player trade agreement. The 23 year old has signed a one year deal with Columbus, with the option for two additional seasons. During his time at the Houston Dynamo,

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Arokodare Rescues Genk Late, Says It Could’ve Been Worse vs Antwerp

By Kelechi Abel / Match Previews & Reviews / April 25, 2025

Super Eagles striker Tolu Arokodare was Genk’s hero yet again, scoring a crucial late equaliser to earn his side a 1–1 draw away to Royal Antwerp in the Belgian Championship Playoffs. Speaking after the match, the forward admitted the result was far from ideal but noted that it could have been worse. “It’s not a

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Remo Stars Ladies, Nasarawa Amazons Clinch NWFL Super Six Playoff Spots

By Kelechi Abel / Events & Tournaments / April 25, 2025

Remo Stars Ladies have secured a historic place in the Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) Super Six Playoffs following a hard fought 2–2 draw against Abia Angels in a rescheduled matchday 13 clash. The result was enough to guarantee the Ikenne-based club their maiden appearance in the end of season championship round. Wemimo Matthew’s side

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Omar Sowunmi Makes EFL Easter XI, Reaffirms Nigeria Commitment

By Kelechi Abel / Interviews / April 25, 2025

Central defender Omar Sowunmi has been included in the EFL Easter Weekend Best XI by football stats platform WhoScored, following standout performances for Bromley. The towering defender recorded an impressive 8.18 rating over two matches, helping his side keep back to back clean sheets against Morecambe and Swindon Town. Sowunmi, who is eligible to play

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Nnadozie Nominated Again for Best Goalkeeper in French League

By Kelechi Abel / Fan Zone / April 25, 2025

Super Falcons goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie has been shortlisted for the Best Goalkeeper award in the French Arkema Premier League for the 2024/25 season. The Paris FC shot-stopper is aiming to defend the title she won last season, when she edged out Christiane Endler of Lyon and Katarzyna Kiedrzynek of PSG. The 24 year old made

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Three Nigerian Talents Linked to Awoniyi Begin Trials at Forest

By Kelechi Abel / Nigerians Abroad / April 24, 2025

Premier League side Nottingham Forest have opened their doors to three young Nigerian footballers from Unicorns Football Club of Ilorin, as part of a two-week trial programme. The trio, Olamide Sunday Olasehinde (left winger), Sulyman Kehinde Quadri (central defender), and Sanni Sukanmi Adebayo (midfielder), are currently in the UK undergoing assessment with the high flying

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