Football In Nigeria

Leverkusen’s Boniface Should’ve Seen Red for Overhead Kick Attempt

By Kelechi Abel / Interviews / September 2, 2024

Former Bundesliga coach Armin Veh has voiced his opinion that Bayer Leverkusen’s Victor Boniface should have received a red card during the team’s 3-2 loss to RB Leipzig on matchday two of the German Bundesliga. The incident in question occurred in the 12th minute when Boniface attempted an overhead kick, which inadvertently struck Leipzig’s midfielder […]

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3SC Chairman Appointed to Nigeria Premier Football League Board

By Kelechi Abel / Governance / September 2, 2024

The Chairman of Shooting Stars Sports Club 3SC in Ibadan, Honourable Babatunde Olaniyan David Akoro, has been appointed to the Nigeria Premier Football League NPL Board. This significant achievement highlights Akoro’s expertise and results driven leadership, which has played a crucial role in revitalizing the fortunes of the Oluyole Warriors. Under Akoro’s leadership, 3SC has

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Falconets Start World Cup Campaign with a Win

By Kelechi Abel / Events and Tournaments / September 2, 2024

The Falconets secured a promising start to their U20 FIFA Women’s World Cup campaign with a late winning goal by Flourish Sebastine, giving them a 1-0 victory over South Korea. In a closely contested match at the Estadio Metropolitano de Techo in Bogota, Nigeria created the better chances, particularly during an engaging second half. Despite

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Delta Queens Player Seeks Help After Threats From Club CEO

By Kelechi Abel / News / September 2, 2024

Favour Damaris, a player for Delta Queens Football Club, has publicly appealed for assistance, raising serious allegations against the club’s management, particularly its CEO, Henrietta Ehiabor. Damaris claims that her contract with the club was fraudulently extended from two years to three years without her consent and that she has not received her salary since

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English Championship Club Watford Sacks Super Eagles Striker

By Kelechi Abel / Culture / September 1, 2024

English Championship club Watford has parted ways with Nigerian international Samuel Kalu. The club decided not to renew the Super Eagles forward’s contract, which expired this summer. Kalu, 27, spent the previous season on loan at Swiss side Lausanne after joining Watford from French club Bordeaux in January 2022. Over his career, he has earned

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Ibom Angels Extend Unbeaten Run with 2-1 Win Over Delta Babes

By Kelechi Abel / Nigerian Football News / September 1, 2024

Ibom Angels extended their unbeaten streak in the 2024 Nigeria Women’s Football League NWFL Championship with a determined 2-1 victory over Delta Babes on Matchday 2 in Calabar. This win strengthens their campaign for one of the two sought after promotion spots. The match saw Ibom Angels take control just before halftime. Ugobest Osuji opened

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Falconets Kick Off World Cup Campaign at Midnight

By Kelechi Abel / Events and Tournaments / September 1, 2024

The Nigerian Falconets are set to commence their U20 Women’s World Cup campaign tonight at midnight against South Korea in Bogota, Colombia. Coach Chris Danjuma has confirmed that the team is free of injuries and is focused on starting the tournament on a positive note against the Koreans before facing Germany and Venezuela in subsequent

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Buruj Sports Academy 2023-2024 Elevate Your Game with Elite Training

By Kelechi Abel / Local Clubs and Academies / September 1, 2024

As the 2023-2024 football season gets underway, Buruj Sports Academy in Lagos is inviting aspiring footballers to enhance their skills through its elite training program. The academy offers a high performance football experience aimed at helping players reach the next level, with training opportunities extending into Europe. Buruj Sports Academy’s comprehensive football program is led

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NWFL Championship Pelican Stars Edge Imo Striker Queens 2-1

By Kelechi Abel / Women's Football / September 1, 2024

In a thrilling NWFL Championship match on September 1, 2024, Pelican Stars managed to hold off a late rally from Imo Striker Queens to secure a 2-1 victory. The encounter at UJ Esuene Stadium in Calabar was marked by early dominance from the Pelican Stars, who set the tone with two quick goals. Joy Okoronkwo

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Ighalo Rallies Support for ‘Pained’ Osimhen

By Kelechi Abel / Interviews / September 1, 2024

Nigerian footballer Odion Ighalo has called on fellow Nigerians to stand by Victor Osimhen during a challenging period in the young striker’s career. Ighalo expressed his dismay at some of the harsh comments directed at Osimhen, who has faced criticism from his compatriots. No human being is perfect, and we have all made mistakes in

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