Barcelona Halt Plans to Sign Chelsea Midfielder Chukwuemeka in January

Barcelona Halt Plans to Sign Chelsea Midfielder Chukwuemeka in January

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Barcelona has reportedly decided against pursuing Chelsea midfielder Carney Chukwuemeka in the upcoming January transfer window. Initially, Barcelona’s director, Deco, had shown interest in bringing the 20 year old Anglo-Nigerian to the club to bolster the midfield. However, head coach Hansi Flick appears satisfied with the current options, including Pedri, Gavi, Frenkie de Jong, and […]

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Club Debts: Will NPFL Enforce Penalties as Leniency Period Expires

Club Debts: Will NPFL Enforce Penalties as Leniency Period Expires

By / Economics /
The Nigeria Premier Football League NPFL faces mounting pressure to enforce sanctions on clubs with outstanding debts, following the expiration of an extended grace period. Clubs including Enyimba FC, Heartland FC, Lobi Stars, and others are reportedly indebted to former players and coaches for unlawfully terminated contracts and overdue payments, as ruled by the Nigeria

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Flying Eagles Rely on Midfield Strength, Passing Game for U20 AFCON

Flying Eagles Rely on Midfield Strength, Passing Game for U20 AFCON

By / Tactics & Analysis /
Coach Aliyu Zubairu is set to rely on the strength of the Flying Eagles’ midfield as they aim to excel in the WAFU B U20 AFCON qualifying tournament in Togo. With an emphasis on an expansive passing game, Zubairu has assembled a 20 man squad featuring seven midfielders, including Nasiru Salihu and Suleyman Alabi from

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2024 FIFA U17 Women's World Cup Three Key Flamingos Players to Watch

2024 FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup Three Key Flamingos Players to Watch

By / Women's Football /
As Nigeria’s U17 women’s team, the Flamingos, prepares to compete in the 2024 FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup in the Dominican Republic, three standout players have emerged as key talents to watch. The tournament, running from October 16 to November 3, will see the Flamingos in Group A alongside hosts Dominican Republic, Ecuador, and New

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Brentford Forward Ineligible for Nigeria After Cap Tying Germany

Brentford Forward Ineligible for Nigeria After Cap Tying Germany

By / Nigerians Abroad /
Brentford forward Kevin Schade is now permanently ineligible to play for Nigeria after making a cap-tying appearance for Germany in a UEFA Nations League match. Schade, who was born in Germany to a Nigerian father, had previously featured in three friendlies for Germany, allowing him eligibility to switch allegiance. However, his recent appearance in Germany’s

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NPFL 24/25 3SC's Scoring Struggles Concern Ogunbote, Urges Fan Patience

NPFL 24/25 3SC’s Scoring Struggles Concern Ogunbote, Urges Fan Patience

By / Interviews /
Gbenga Ogunbote, head coach of Shooting Stars Sports Club 3SC of Ibadan, has expressed concerns over his team’s struggle with scoring, following a goalless draw against Enyimba FC at the Lekan Salami Stadium. Ogunbote, known as The Oracle, noted that despite a dominant performance, 3SC failed to convert their chances, citing the need for the

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Sports Lawyer: Libya May Forfeit AFCON Qualifier vs. Super Eagles

Sports Lawyer: Libya May Forfeit AFCON Qualifier vs. Super Eagles

By / Law & Ethics /
Sports lawyer Amobi Ezeaku has weighed in on the potential outcome of the AFCON 2025 qualifier between Libya and Nigeria, following the Super Eagles’ decision to boycott the game due to prolonged detainment in Libya. Ezeaku, who also serves as the chief executive of NPFL champions Enugu Rangers, anticipates that CAF may either award Nigeria

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NPFL 2024/2025: Five Key Takeaways from Matchday 6

NPFL 2024/2025: Five Key Takeaways from Matchday 6

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Matchday 6 of the NPFL 2024/2025 season was eventful, bringing some notable performances and outcomes across Nigeria’s top football league. A total of 13 goals were scored, and various teams achieved important milestones, including Ikorodu City’s first ever NPFL win, a 3-0 triumph over Bendel Insurance in Lagos. Despite this victory, Ikorodu City remains at

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Injured Chukwueze Ruled Out of Super Eagles Rematch in Libya

Injured Chukwueze Ruled Out of Super Eagles Rematch in Libya

By / Injuries /
Samuel Chukwueze has been ruled out of the Super Eagles’ rematch against Libya due to an ankle injury. The winger has returned to his club, AC Milan, for further assessment and recovery. Chukwueze had made a substitute appearance in the first leg, where Nigeria clinched a narrow 1-0 victory over the North Africans in Uyo.

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Enyimba Coach Commends Shooting Stars Fans After Goalless Draw

Enyimba Coach Commends Shooting Stars Fans After Goalless Draw

By / News /
In an intense NPFL Matchday 6 encounter, Enyimba FC preserved their unbeaten record in Ibadan, holding Shooting Stars SC to a goalless draw. Despite Shooting Stars’ attempts to break through, Enyimba’s solid defense ensured they kept a clean sheet for the third consecutive league game following their loss to Rivers United. Shooting Stars’ coach, Gbenga

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