Super Eagles Defender Chidozie Awaziem Joins Colorado Rapids

Super Eagles Defender Chidozie Awaziem Joins Colorado Rapids

By / Transfer News /

Nigerian international Chidozie Awaziem has transferred to Major League Soccer MLS club Colorado Rapids from FC Cincinnati for the 2025 season. The deal includes an option for an additional two years, reflecting the Rapids’ confidence in the 27 year old defender. Awaziem’s career has spanned stints in Portugal, Turkey, Spain, Serbia, and France, showcasing his […]

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2024/2025 NWFL Premiership Set to Kick Off on January 8

2024/2025 NWFL Premiership Set to Kick Off on January 8

By / Women's Football /

The Nigeria Women Football League NWFL Premiership for the 2024/2025 season is tentatively scheduled to begin on January 8, 2024. The new season marks the return of women’s football after a seven month hiatus since the conclusion of the 2023/2024 campaign, which ended with Edo Queens claiming the Super Six title in Bayelsa. An insider

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16 Year Old Nigerian Defender Kennedy Okpaleke Set to Join Empoli

16 Year Old Nigerian Defender Kennedy Okpaleke Set to Join Empoli

By / Transfer News /

Young Nigerian central defender Kennedy Okpaleke is on the brink of joining Serie A club Empoli’s youth team, following a successful medical examination. The 16 year old, who has represented Sweden at the U17 level in friendlies, is expected to finalize his move to Italy after previously trialing with Swedish giants IFK Goteborg. Should the

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Maduka Okoye Undergoes Successful Wrist Surgery

Maduka Okoye Undergoes Successful Wrist Surgery

By / Health and Fitness /

Udinese Calcio has announced that Nigerian goalkeeper Maduka Okoye has successfully undergone surgery to repair a wrist injury sustained during a Serie A match against Genoa. The operation, addressing damage to the scapholunate ligament in Okoye’s right wrist, was conducted at the renowned La Madonnina clinic in Milan by Dr. Loris Pegoli. Udinese confirmed that

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Real Madrid Edges Atalanta 3-2 Despite Lookman’s Heroics

Real Madrid Edges Atalanta 3-2 Despite Lookman’s Heroics

By / Match Previews and Reviews /

Real Madrid secured a thrilling 3-2 victory over Atalanta in a match that showcased exceptional attacking displays from both sides. Kylian Mbappé opened the scoring for Madrid early in the first half, but Atalanta quickly equalized through Charles De Ketelaere, setting up an intense contest. The victory was vital for Real Madrid, who demonstrated their

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Kparobo Arierhi’s Hat Trick Leads Beyond Limits to Matchday 11 Victory

Kparobo Arierhi’s Hat Trick Leads Beyond Limits to Matchday 11 Victory

By / Events and Tournaments /

Kparobo Arierhi delivered a standout performance, scoring all three goals in Beyond Limits’ 3-0 triumph over Atlantic Business in Matchday 11 of The Creative Championship TCC League. The young forward’s brilliance earned him the Bet9ja Man of the Match award and further solidified his reputation as one of the league’s top talents. Beyond Limits, the

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Tella Shines as Leverkusen Beats Inter, Climbs Above Barcelona in UCL

Tella Shines as Leverkusen Beats Inter, Climbs Above Barcelona in UCL

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Nathan Tella, a Nigerian national team hopeful, delivered a solid performance for Bayer Leverkusen in their crucial 1-0 victory over Inter Milan in the UEFA Champions League. Tella started as a forward, impressing with his energy and nearly scoring in the first half when his shot hit the crossbar. The victory moved Leverkusen to second

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Young Nigerian Referees Make History at WAFU B U-17 Girls Cup

Young Nigerian Referees Make History at WAFU B U-17 Girls Cup

By / Football Law and Ethics /

Gbemisola Yusuf and Onyekwere Rachael Ozichi, two promising Nigerian referees, have been selected to officiate at the inaugural WAFU B U-17 Girls Cup in Accra, Ghana. Their appointments mark a significant milestone in their careers and highlight the Confederation of African Football’s CAF commitment to nurturing young officiating talent. Both Yusuf and Ozichi have expressed

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Ukpokiti Community Claims Victory in Ovie of Agbarha-Warri Football Cup

Ukpokiti Community Claims Victory in Ovie of Agbarha-Warri Football Cup

By / Local Clubs and Academies /

Ukpokiti Community emerged as champions of the first edition of the Ovie of Agbarha-Warri Kingdom Football Cup, held in honour of HRM Kingsley Emarkpo Orereh IGBI II, the Ovie of Agbarha-Warri Kingdom. The tournament, organised to celebrate the king’s first coronation anniversary, concluded on December 7, 2024, in Delta State. HRM Kingsley Emarkpo Orereh IGBI

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Finidi George’s Unbeaten Streak Ends as Rivers United Fall to Rangers

Finidi George’s Unbeaten Streak Ends as Rivers United Fall to Rangers

By / Nigerian Premier League /

Former Super Eagles coach Finidi George saw his team’s four match unbeaten run come to an end as Rivers United suffered a 1-0 defeat to Rangers FC in an NPFL clash on Sunday. The match, held at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium, showcased a resilient performance by the Antelopes, who secured victory despite missing key players.

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