Taribo West Criticises NFF, Lagos Govt Over Rufai Family Neglect

Taribo West Criticises NFF, Lagos Govt Over Rufai Family Neglect

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Former Super Eagles defender Taribo West has expressed deep disappointment over what he perceives as the neglect of Nigerian football heroes after their passing. Speaking at the funeral of late goalkeeper Peter Rufai on Friday, West criticised both the Lagos State government and the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) for allegedly abandoning Rufai’s family during their […]

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Onyeka Helps Brentford Beat Villa, Secure First League Win Of The Season

Onyeka Helps Brentford Beat Villa, Secure First League Win Of The Season

By / Tactics & Analysis /
Nigeria international Frank Onyeka featured for Brentford as they claimed their first Premier League victory of the season, edging Aston Villa 1-0 at the Gtech Community Stadium on Saturday. Onyeka, making his second league appearance of the campaign, came on in the 69th minute to reinforce the midfield and help the Bees preserve their advantage.

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Chelsea Send Ashanti Akpan on Season-Long Loan to Southampton

Chelsea Send Ashanti Akpan on Season-Long Loan to Southampton

By / Transfer News /
Chelsea have confirmed that 19 year old midfielder Ashanti Akpan, who is eligible to represent the Super Falcons, will join Southampton on a season-long loan for the upcoming campaign, the club announced via their official channels. This marks her second consecutive loan move. Last season, she spent time at Birmingham City, playing fifteen matches as

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Côte d’Ivoire Named Host of 2025 WAFU-B U-17 Boys Championship

Côte d’Ivoire Named Host of 2025 WAFU-B U-17 Boys Championship

By / Youth Development /
The WAFU-B council has officially shifted hosting rights for the 2025 Under-17 Boys Championship from Nigeria to Côte d’Ivoire. The decision was prompted by ongoing renovation work at Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne, rendering one of the initial venues unavailable. Originally slated for Ogun State at the Moshood Abiola Sports Arena in Abeokuta and Remo

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Tella Stars but Leverkusen Fall to Hoffenheim in Bundesliga Opener

Tella Stars but Leverkusen Fall to Hoffenheim in Bundesliga Opener

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Nathan Tella featured prominently as Bayer Leverkusen suffered a 2–1 home defeat to Hoffenheim on Saturday in their Bundesliga season opener. The Super Eagles winger delivered a solid performance before being substituted in the 85th minute for Christian Michel Kofane. Meanwhile, his Nigerian compatriot Kevin Akpoguma was brought on for Hoffenheim in the 75th minute,

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Remo Stars Held as Okon Reflects on Celebration Against Former Club

Remo Stars Held as Okon Reflects on Celebration Against Former Club

By / Events & Tournaments /
In an emotional start to the NPFL season, Rivers United’s Aniekeme Okon reflected on his celebration following his goal against former club Remo Stars an early header in their 1–1 draw at the MKO Abiola Stadium in Abeokuta. Okon’s glancing header in just the third minute, assisted by Timothy Zachariah, put Rivers United ahead. Remo

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Moffi Heads Nice to First Ligue 1 Win with 3-1 Victory Over Auxerre

Moffi Heads Nice to First Ligue 1 Win with 3-1 Victory Over Auxerre

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OGC Nice recorded their first Ligue 1 win of the season on Saturday night, beating Auxerre 3-1 at the Allianz Riviera. Terem Moffi, who came off the bench in the 73rd minute, nodded in what became Nice’s third goal just three minutes later his first of the campaign. Moffi has been on the mend after

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Iwobi and Bassey Eye Historic Fulham Win Over Man United

Iwobi and Bassey Eye Historic Fulham Win Over Man United

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Fulham duo Alex Iwobi and Calvin Bassey are targeting their first victory over Manchester United at Craven Cottage since 2009 when the two sides clash this weekend. The Super Eagles stars featured last weekend as Fulham held Brighton to a 1-1 draw, courtesy of Rodrigo Muniz’s dramatic 97th-minute equaliser. Meanwhile, United began their campaign with

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Crystal Palace Loans Out Fifth Nigerian Talent Ahead of 2025/26 Season

Crystal Palace Loans Out Fifth Nigerian Talent Ahead of 2025/26 Season

By / Nigerians Abroad /
Crystal Palace have confirmed the loan move of 19 year old striker Jemiah Umolu of Nigerian heritage to League Two side Bromley for the 2025/26 season, continuing their trend of developing young talent through strategic temporary transfers. Umolu becomes the fifth player of Nigerian descent to head out on loan this summer, joining David Ozoh

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