Bendel Insurance Coach Urges Players to Improve Despite Victory

Bendel Insurance Coach Urges Players to Improve Despite Victory

By / NPFL /
Bendel Insurance head coach Greg Ikhenoba has called on his players to remain focused and work harder following their 2-1 victory over Plateau United in an NPFL Matchday 16 encounter. The match, played at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City, saw Uche Collins and Kayode Oke score for the home team, while Plateau United’s […]

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Chukwueze Features as AC Milan Dominate Empoli in Serie A

Chukwueze Features as AC Milan Dominate Empoli in Serie A

By / Events & Tournaments /
Samuel Chukwueze made a late appearance as AC Milan secured a comfortable 3-0 victory over Empoli in a Serie A clash on Saturday night. The Nigerian winger replaced Yunus Musah in the 75th minute. Chukwueze, 25, has made 13 league appearances this season, scoring one goal under manager Paulo Fonseca. AC Milan’s dominance was established

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Super Falcons Fall 2-1 to France in Friendly Match

Super Falcons Fall 2-1 to France in Friendly Match

By / Match Previews & Reviews /
Nigeria’s Super Falcons lost 2-1 to France in an international friendly played on Saturday in Angers. This marks the fourth consecutive victory for France over Nigeria in their head to head encounters. Eugenie Le Sommer opened the scoring in the 29th minute, with Amel Majri doubling France’s lead nine minutes later. Nigeria’s Ifeoma Onumonu responded

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France’s Sandie Toletti Predicts Tough Test Against Super Falcons

France’s Sandie Toletti Predicts Tough Test Against Super Falcons

By / Women's Football /
France midfielder Sandie Toletti has acknowledged the challenge posed by Nigeria’s Super Falcons as both teams prepare for a friendly at the Stade Raymond Kopa, Angers. Toletti, who plays for Real Madrid, is familiar with several Super Falcons players, including Gift Monday and Rinsola Babajide, due to her experience in the Spanish Liga F. Other

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Chido Obi Martin Celebrates Manchester United Deal with a Goal

Chido Obi Martin Celebrates Manchester United Deal with a Goal

By / Events & Tournaments /
Nigerian teenager Chido Obi Martin marked his new professional contract with Manchester United by scoring in the club’s 3-0 victory over Stoke City in the U18 Premier League. Obi Martin, who signed his first professional deal on Friday, opened the scoring from the penalty spot in the 71st minute after being fouled in the box.

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Nigerian Defender Enyinnaya Kazie Joins Stellenbosch FC

Nigerian Defender Enyinnaya Kazie Joins Stellenbosch FC

By / Transfer News /
South African club Stellenbosch FC has completed the signing of Nigerian defender Enyinnaya Kazie on a free transfer. The 25 year old moves to Stellenbosch after his contract with Rivers United, a Nigeria Premier Football League NPFL team, expired. Kazie played over 160 matches for Rivers United, contributing significantly to their NPFL title win in

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Czech Agent Praises Nigerian Talent at Supremacy Cup

Czech Agent Praises Nigerian Talent at Supremacy Cup

By / Youth Development /
Czech Republic players’ agent Daniel Smejkal has highlighted Nigeria’s immense potential for producing world class football talent, following his observations at the Lagos Supremacy Cup 2024. Speaking at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Lagos, where the competition showcased the skills of players from 10 top grassroots clubs, Smejkal expressed optimism about Nigeria’s football future. Smejkal commended

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Xabi Alonso to Discipline Victor Boniface for Reckless Driving Incident

Xabi Alonso to Discipline Victor Boniface for Reckless Driving Incident

By / Law & Ethics /
Bayer Leverkusen manager Xabi Alonso has vowed to take action against Nigerian striker Victor Boniface following reports of reckless driving. The player came under scrutiny after photos surfaced showing him scrolling his phone while driving at 141 km/h in a 120 km/h zone. The incident occurred during a highway drive with Nigerian rapper Zoro Swagbag

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Nottingham Forest Boss Confident Taiwo Awoniyi Will Rediscover His Form

Nottingham Forest Boss Confident Taiwo Awoniyi Will Rediscover His Form

By / Tactics & Analysis /
Nottingham Forest manager Nuno Espirito Santo has voiced confidence in Nigerian striker Taiwo Awoniyi’s ability to regain his best form despite a challenging season. Awoniyi, who has yet to score this campaign, has faced limited playing time, starting just three out of ten matches so far. His struggles have been compounded by competition from Chris

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