Morrison urges Awoniyi to refine tactics to match Chris Wood's level

Morrison urges Awoniyi to refine tactics to match Chris Wood’s level

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Former Crystal Palace striker Clinton Morrison has advised Taiwo Awoniyi to refine his game-reading skills if he hopes to reach the level of his Nottingham Forest teammate, Chris Wood. Speaking on BBC Radio 5 Live while analyzing Forest’s FA Cup win over Ipswich Town, Morrison highlighted the differences between the two strikers. Taiwo Awoniyi doesn’t […]

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Three Nigerian youngsters train with Arsenal first team before PSV clash

Three Nigerian youngsters train with Arsenal first team before PSV clash

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Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta included three young players of Nigerian descent Ethan Nwaneri, Ifeoluwa Ibrahim, and Nathan Butler-Oyedeji in the first team’s final training session ahead of their UEFA Champions League Round of 16 first leg clash against PSV Eindhoven. The session, held at Sobha Realty Training Centre in London Colney, provided a crucial opportunity

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Chido Obi-Martin Ruled Out of Europa League Due to Eligibility Rules

Chido Obi-Martin Ruled Out of Europa League Due to Eligibility Rules

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Manchester United have confirmed that Chido Obi-Martin, the teenage striker making waves in their academy, will not be eligible to feature in the UEFA Europa League this season. The 17 year old Danish-Nigerian forward, who has been breaking goal-scoring records at youth level, is unable to participate because he only joined United’s academy last year,

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Igho Ogbu gets Super Eagles call up as Chelle reshapes Nigeria’ defense

Igho Ogbu gets Super Eagles call up as Chelle reshapes Nigeria’ defense

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Slavia Praha defender Igho Ogbu has been invited to the Super Eagles squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and Zimbabwe, as head coach Eric Chelle looks to restructure the team’s central defence. Ogbu, 25, is a direct replacement for Semi Ajayi, who was ruled out due to injury. Standing at 1.87

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Garba Mohammed scores first NPFL goal as Nasarawa Utd draw Abia Warriors

Garba Mohammed scores first NPFL goal as Nasarawa Utd draw Abia Warriors

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Rising talent Garba Mohammed opened his NPFL goal account in style, helping Nasarawa United earn a hard fought 1-1 draw against Abia Warriors in their Matchday 27 fixture at the Umuahia Township Stadium. Abia Warriors, known for their attacking intensity, took the lead in the 35th minute when Sunday Megwo found the net, putting the

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Niger Tornadoes Fall to Enyimba as Missed Chances Prove Costly

Niger Tornadoes Fall to Enyimba as Missed Chances Prove Costly

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Niger Tornadoes suffered a 1-0 defeat to Enyimba in their NPFL clash, with missed opportunities in the first half proving to be their downfall. A decisive second-half goal from Joseph Atule secured the victory for Enyimba, earning them a crucial three points. The loss was particularly disappointing for Tornadoes, who were coming off a midweek

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Glory Ogbonna' last minute strike secures Beşiktaş win over Ünye Ladies

Glory Ogbonna’ last minute strike secures Beşiktaş win over Ünye Ladies

By / Women's Football /
Super Falcons defender Glory Ogbonna was the hero for Beşiktaş Ladies, scoring a dramatic last minute winner in their 2-1 victory over Ünye Ladies. Beşiktaş took the lead early through Cameroonian forward Kome Fadimatou, but Ünye Ladies responded with a stunning equalizer from Nigerian forward Taiwo Lawal. With the match heading toward a draw, Ogbonna

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Sadiq Umar nets brace in Valencia-Osasuna six-goal thriller

Sadiq Umar nets brace in Valencia-Osasuna six-goal thriller

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Nigerian forward Sadiq Umar delivered a standout performance, netting a brace as Valencia and Osasuna played out an exciting 3-3 draw at the Estadio El Sadar on Sunday night. The match was full of attacking intensity, with both sides exchanging goals in a high paced encounter. Osasuna took an early lead, but Umar responded with

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Chukwubuikem Ikwuemesi's shocking miss in Belgian league match

Chukwubuikem Ikwuemesi’s shocking miss in Belgian league match

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Former Flying Eagles striker Chukwubuikem Ikwuemesi endured what could be the biggest miss of the year in OH Leuven’s goalless draw against Westerlo in the Belgian Pro League. The Nigerian forward had a golden opportunity to score, but the goalkeeper failed to hold onto a shot, leaving an empty net from just two yards out.

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Rasheedat recalls emotional Mother's Day surprise ahead of March 30

Rasheedat recalls emotional Mother’s Day surprise ahead of March 30

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As Mother’s Day on March 30 draws closer, Atletico Madrid Feminino forward Rasheedat Ajibade reflects on one of the most unforgettable moments of her life her Mother’s Day surprise in 2023. On May 8, 2023, Ajibade’s club arranged an unexpected reunion, flying her mother from Nigeria to Spain for an all expenses paid surprise visit.

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