Sparta Prague Secures Emmanuel Uchenna in Record-Breaking Deal

Sparta Prague Secures Emmanuel Uchenna in Record-Breaking Deal

By / Transfer News /

Sparta Prague, the reigning Czech First League champions, has secured Nigerian central defender Emmanuel Uchenna in a landmark transfer from Banik Ostrava. Arsenal legend Tomáš Rosický, now Sparta Prague’s sporting director, announced the signing, marking a significant win against competing clubs. Uchenna, who officially joins in January 2025, chose Sparta for its strong developmental potential. […]

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Rabiu Ali to Lead CHAN Eagles Against Ghana

Rabiu Ali to Lead CHAN Eagles Against Ghana

By / National Team News /

Veteran midfielder Rabiu Ali, representing Kano Pillars, will captain an 18man CHAN Eagles squad in a crucial first leg playoff against Ghana’s Black Galaxies in Accra this Sunday. At 44 years old, Ali’s inclusion has sparked debates, with critics questioning whether he is still at his peak performance. Stand in coach Daniel Ogunmodede has selected

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Niger State Plans Stadia for All LGAs as Lapai United Shines

Niger State Plans Stadia for All LGAs as Lapai United Shines

By / Stadiums and Facilities /

In a significant move to bolster grassroots sports and address youth restiveness, Niger State has announced plans to construct stadia in all 25 Local Government Areas LGAs. Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago made this revelation at the 45th Governor’s Cup final, held at the IBBU Lapai Kobo Campus football field, where Lapai United clinched victory against

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Flamingos battle hosts Ghana for U17 Championship

Flamingos battle hosts Ghana for U17 Championship

By / Women's Football /

The Flamingos, Nigeria’s U17 women’s football team, will face hosts Ghana in the WAFU B U17 Championship final this Sunday. On the same day, the CHAN Eagles will also clash with their Ghanaian rivals in another eagerly anticipated Jollof Derby. The Flamingos advanced to the final with a 2-0 victory over Benin in the semifinals.

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Super Eagles end 2024 with lowest FIFA ranking since 2018

Super Eagles end 2024 with lowest FIFA ranking since 2018

By / National Team News /

The Super Eagles of Nigeria have concluded 2024 with their worst FIFA ranking in six years, standing at 44th globally and fifth in Africa. This marks a significant drop in form for the three-time African champions, who began the year with promise after reaching the final of the delayed 2023 Africa Cup of Nations AFCON

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NIS graduate Otenigbagbe: Nigeria needs more female football coaches

NIS graduate Otenigbagbe: Nigeria needs more female football coaches

By / Football Training and Coaching /

Esther Toluwa Otenigbagbe, a recent graduate of the National Institute for Sports NIS in Lagos, has called for more female football coaches in Nigeria. After completing her long awaited coaching course, Otenigbagbe described the achievement as the fulfilment of a dream she has pursued since 2001. Speaking after her graduation, she shared how her father’s

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CHAN Eagles defeat Remo Stars ahead of Ghana showdown on Sunday

CHAN Eagles defeat Remo Stars ahead of Ghana showdown on Sunday

By / National Team News /

The CHAN Eagles secured a 2-1 victory over NPFL frontrunners Remo Stars in a warm up match ahead of their crucial showdown against Ghana this Sunday. The home-based Super Eagles took the lead early, with Isaac Saviour of Enugu Rangers scoring in the second minute following a setup by Sikiru Alimi. Samuel Ayarinde doubled Nigeria’s

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