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Balogun Focused on Europa League Clash Against Mourinho’s Fenerbahçe

By Kelechi Abel / Tactics & Analysis / March 13, 2025

Glasgow Rangers defender Leon Balogun has emphasized the importance of staying fully focused on Thursday’s UEFA Europa League clash against Fenerbahçe, despite the looming Old Firm derby against Celtic this weekend. “It’s a big week with two major fixtures. Obviously, versus Fenerbahçe, that’s one we have to win after such a good result over there. […]

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Ibrahim Hafiz Umar Earns Flying Eagles Call Up Ahead of U20 AFCON

By Kelechi Abel / National Team News / March 13, 2025

Ibrahim Hafiz Umar, a Stade de Reims centre forward, has been called up to Nigeria’s Flying Eagles squad for the upcoming 2025 U20 Africa Cup of Nations AFCON. The 19 year old striker first gained international attention after his outstanding performances at the Viareggio Cup, where he won the Golden Boot with ten goals in

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Lagos State League begins new era of discipline and competition

By Kelechi Abel / Law & Ethics / March 13, 2025

The Lagos State League is set to begin next Wednesday, marking a new standard for grassroots football in the state. With 14 men’s teams and 10 women’s teams competing across five divisions, the Lagos State Football Association LSFA has emphasized that discipline and commitment will be enforced throughout the competition. Wale Joseph, CEO of the

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Osayi-Samuel back for Fenerbahçe’s Europa League clash vs. Rangers

By Kelechi Abel / Events & Tournaments / March 13, 2025

Super Eagles defender Bright Osayi-Samuel has been included in Fenerbahçe’s squad for their crucial UEFA Europa League clash against Rangers in Scotland. The right-back’s contract situation remains unresolved, as he has yet to agree on a new deal with Fenerbahçe. Reports suggest he could leave as a free agent in the summer, with a return

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Onyedika and Club Brugge Win Record Champions League Prize Money

By Kelechi Abel / Merch & Branding / March 13, 2025

Raphael Onyedika and his club, Club Brugge, may have been eliminated from the UEFA Champions League by Aston Villa, but they secured record prize money for a Belgian club in European competition. According to Sporza, Club Brugge earned over €60 million for reaching the Champions League Round of 16, making it the largest amount ever

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Arokodare Aims to Improve Professionalism Despite Stellar Form for Genk

By Kelechi Abel / Interviews / March 13, 2025

Tolu Arokodare, the KRC Genk striker, has admitted that despite his impressive goal scoring form this season, he still needs to work on his professionalism to reach the highest level of his career. Despite his success, Arokodare believes there is still room for improvement, particularly in his off-field discipline and focus. “Although I am certainly

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Boniface, Tella exit UCL as Leverkusen lose to Bayern Munich

By Kelechi Abel / Match Previews & Reviews / March 12, 2025

Victor Boniface and Nathan Tella saw their Champions League campaign come to an end as Bayer Leverkusen suffered a 2-0 home defeat to Bayern Munich, losing 5-0 on aggregate. Since returning from injury in late January, Boniface has struggled for regular playing time, starting only once in seven Bundesliga matches. His last goal came in

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Ezenwata Continues Goal Scoring Streak but Chelsea U18s Fall to Arsenal

By Kelechi Abel / Match Previews & Reviews / March 12, 2025

Chizzy Ezenwata extended his impressive goal streak to five consecutive matches, scoring twice in Chelsea U18s’ 3-2 loss to Arsenal U18s at Cobham Training Ground. In the 82nd minute, Ezenwata headed in a free-kick from Landon Emenalo, son of former Super Eagles international Michael Emenalo, but Chelsea ran out of time to find an equalizer.

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Former Goalkeeper Turned Striker Making Waves at TP Mazembe

By Kelechi Abel / Tactics & Analysis / March 12, 2025

In a rare and remarkable transition, Shaibu Suleman, a former Nigerian goalkeeper, is now excelling as a striker for TP Mazembe in the Congolese league. The 25 year old, who once guarded the posts, has now become an attacking game-changer, delivering crucial goals despite limited playing time. From Goalkeeper to Striker: A Unique Career Shift

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Ijamilusi shines in Chinese Women’s Premier League debut

By Kelechi Abel / Women's Football / March 12, 2025

Folashade Ijamilusi made an immediate impact in her Chinese Women’s Premier League debut for Liaoning Baiye, providing an assist in their 3-0 victory over defending champions Wuhan Jianghan. Ijamilusi, formerly of Robo Queens and Edo Queens, had already made history in Nigeria, finishing as the top scorer in the NWFL before securing her move abroad

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