Rashidat Eyes Falcons Dream Despite Ekiti Queens’ Playoff Woes

Rashidat Eyes Falcons Dream Despite Ekiti Queens’ Playoff Woes

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Ekiti Queens’ standout midfielder Salaudeen Rashidat has revealed her ambition to play for Nigeria and pursue a professional career abroad, even as her team faces slim chances of making the Super Six playoffs in the NWFL Premiership. Known for her calm presence on the pitch and her hijab clad appearance, Rashidat popularly called “Rashey Baller” […]

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Bilbao Boss Warns of Dessers Threat Ahead of Europa League Clash

Bilbao Boss Warns of Dessers Threat Ahead of Europa League Clash

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Athletic Bilbao head coach Ernesto Valverde has identified Cyriel Dessers and Vaclav Cerny as key dangermen ahead of their UEFA Europa League quarter-final showdown with Rangers. Valverde praised Rangers’ attacking qualities and dynamic play, noting their ability to compete with any side left in the competition. “They’ve got a good team. They move well across

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Coach Abacha Hails Rangers U19 Progress, Eyes European Tour

Coach Abacha Hails Rangers U19 Progress, Eyes European Tour

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Felix Ifeanyi Nwosu, better known as Coach Abacha, has expressed deep satisfaction with the strides made by the Rangers U19 team, applauding their rapid development and commitment to excellence in youth football. The Enugu Rangers U19 boss described the project as one of Nigeria’s finest youth setups. “Our job is all about development,” he said.

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Southampton’s Onuachu Faces Late Fitness Test Ahead of Villa Clash

Southampton’s Onuachu Faces Late Fitness Test Ahead of Villa Clash

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Paul Onuachu is in a race against time to feature for Southampton in their upcoming home fixture against Aston Villa, with interim manager Simon Rusk confirming the striker’s fitness will be assessed closer to kick-off. Onuachu, who has scored in consecutive home games at St Mary’s, missed Sunday’s 3-1 defeat to Tottenham due to an

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Ighalo Delivers Decisive Assist as Al Wehda Snatch Vital Away Win

Ighalo Delivers Decisive Assist as Al Wehda Snatch Vital Away Win

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Odion Ighalo played a pivotal role in Al Wehda’s 1-0 victory over Damac, providing the assist that secured three precious points in the Saudi Pro League on Thursday. The former Super Eagles striker teed up Juninho Bacuna for the game’s only goal in the 52nd minute, helping the struggling side snap a losing streak. The

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Edo Queens, Bayelsa Queens, Rivers Angels Secure Super Six Spots

Edo Queens, Bayelsa Queens, Rivers Angels Secure Super Six Spots

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Three of the Nigeria Women Football League’s heavyweights Edo Queens, Bayelsa Queens, and Rivers Angels have officially clinched their places in the 2024/25 NWFL Premiership Super Six after Matchday 11 concluded on April 9. Edo Queens continued their dominant run by defeating Remo Stars Ladies 1-0 in a top-tier Group A clash in Ikenne. Kafayat

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Injury Blow for Southampton’s Udoh Ahead of Unity Cup Campaign

Injury Blow for Southampton’s Udoh Ahead of Unity Cup Campaign

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Victor Udoh’s rising trajectory has taken a harsh turn following a serious ankle injury, raising uncertainty over his availability for next month’s Unity Cup in London. The 20 year old Southampton forward, who was being closely monitored by Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle, picked up the injury during a Premier League 2 clash against

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Bakker Backs Akpom to Shine Bright at Lille Despite Slow Start

Bakker Backs Akpom to Shine Bright at Lille Despite Slow Start

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Chuba Akpom may not have secured a regular spot in Lille’s starting lineup just yet, but teammate Mitchel Bakker remains confident the forward will prove his worth in time. Having joined the French side last summer from Ajax, Akpom’s first season has been anything but smooth. Limited minutes on the pitch have made it challenging

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Garba: Iheanacho Best as Support Striker Behind Main Forward

Garba: Iheanacho Best as Support Striker Behind Main Forward

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Former Nigeria U20 coach Manu Garba has identified Kelechi Iheanacho’s ideal role on the pitch, backing the forward to thrive as a support striker rather than a central striker or midfielder. The insight comes as Iheanacho finds form at Middlesbrough, where he is currently on loan from Sevilla. After a quiet start to life at

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