Super Eagles Forward Lookman Risks Suspension in AFCON Qualifiers

Super Eagles Forward Lookman Risks Suspension in AFCON Qualifiers

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Ademola Lookman, the Super Eagles’ influential forward, faces the risk of suspension if he receives a yellow card in tonight’s AFCON qualifier match against Benin. The Atalanta star, who was previously booked during the home match against Benin in September, would be forced to sit out Nigeria’s next game against Rwanda if cautioned again. Lookman’s […]

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Ex goalkeeper Vanzekin blames management for Bendel Insurance struggles

Ex goalkeeper Vanzekin blames management for Bendel Insurance struggles

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Ambrose Vanzekin, former youth international goalkeeper, has voiced his frustration over Bendel Insurance FC’s current struggles, attributing their woes to poor management. Bendel Insurance, owned by Edo State and based in Benin City, currently sits at the bottom of the Nigerian Professional Football League NPFL table with only nine points from 11 matches. A recent

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Napoli confirms clubs ready to meet Osimhen's price; Galatasaray unable

Napoli confirms clubs ready to meet Osimhen’s price; Galatasaray unable

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Napoli has confirmed that several clubs are now prepared to meet their €75 million valuation for Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen, currently on loan at Galatasaray until June 2025. However, Napoli’s sporting director Giovanni Manna disclosed that Galatasaray lacks the budget to sign Osimhen permanently despite the Turkish club’s efforts to finance a deal, including plans

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Super Eagles Complete Final Training as Osimhen, Sadiq, and Osho Shine

Super Eagles Complete Final Training as Osimhen, Sadiq, and Osho Shine

By / National Team News /
The Super Eagles wrapped up their final training session on Wednesday ahead of their crucial 2025 AFCON qualifier against Benin in Abidjan. Caretaker coach Augustine Eguavoen confirmed that all 23 players called up for the November internationals are fit, including Victor Osimhen, whose participation had been speculated upon due to a visible leg bandage. However,

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Chelsea mulls sale of Nigerian midfielder Carney amid Ipswich interest

Chelsea mulls sale of Nigerian midfielder Carney amid Ipswich interest

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Chelsea FC is reportedly open to transferring Nigerian midfielder Carney Chukwuemeka in the upcoming January window. The Austrian born player has struggled for game time this season, making just three appearances across all competitions, none in the Premier League. Initially valued at £40 million, Chelsea is now willing to consider a reduced offer for Chukwuemeka,

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Enugu and Bayelsa States Triumph in Schools Sports Federation U15 Championships

Enugu and Bayelsa States Triumph in Schools Sports Federation U15 Championships

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The Nigeria Schools Sports Federation NSSF U15 Championship concluded with Enugu State emerging victorious in the boys’ category and Bayelsa State claiming the title in the girls’ category. Held in Abuja, this championship brought together teams from states including Adamawa, Niger, Kano, FCT, Enugu, and Bayelsa. Organised with support from the Nigeria Football Federation NFF,

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Musa nets stunning back heel for Man United U21s in EFL Trophy debut

Musa nets stunning back heel for Man United U21s in EFL Trophy debut

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Spanish born Nigerian forward Victor Musa made a memorable debut in the EFL Trophy by scoring a remarkable back-heel goal for Manchester United U21s, though the team ultimately suffered a 4-1 defeat to League One side Huddersfield Town. The match at John Smith’s Stadium featured four players of Nigerian heritage, including Musa and teammate Habeeb

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FC Dallas Retains Nigerian Defender Sebastien Ibeagha for 2025 Season

FC Dallas Retains Nigerian Defender Sebastien Ibeagha for 2025 Season

By / Nigerians Abroad /
FC Dallas has decided to retain Nigerian-born defender Sebastien Ibeagha, also known as ‘Ibby,’ for the 2025 Major League Soccer MLS season. Ibeagha joins a core group of 24 players whose contracts have been renewed for the upcoming season, including seven whose options were officially picked up by the club. The retained players include goalkeeper

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Lookman set for top European club move, Okoli opts for Leicester City

Lookman set for top European club move, Okoli opts for Leicester City

By / Merch & Branding /
Ademola Lookman, Atalanta’s standout Nigerian forward, is projected to join a major European club next summer, according to Alessandro Barison, the agent of Leicester City’s Caleb Okoli. Lookman, who had an impressive 2023-2024 season leading Atalanta to Europa League success and contributing to Nigeria’s AFCON journey, was named Atalanta’s Player of the Season for a

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Benin's Gernot Rohr Admits Challenge in Facing Nigeria's Super Eagles

Benin’s Gernot Rohr Admits Challenge in Facing Nigeria’s Super Eagles

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Ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations AFCON qualifier, Benin head coach Gernot Rohr has recognised the difficulty his team, the Cheetahs, will face as they prepare to play Nigeria’s Super Eagles. The game, set at Stade Félix Houphouët Boigny, brings back memories of the Cheetahs’ 2-1 victory over Nigeria during the 2026 World

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