Over 120 young players participate in FIFA Talent Development Scheme

Over 120 young players participate in FIFA Talent Development Scheme

As part of the FIFA Talent Development Scheme TDS, the Nigeria Football Federation has completed a two week training program in Abuja for the National U15 Boys team, also known as the Future Eagles. The initiative aims to create a sustainable system for long term talent development in the country. Jibril emphasized the need for […]

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Son of former Super Eagles Star nets first senior goal for Serie A club

Son of former Super Eagles Star nets first senior goal for Serie A club

Emmanuel Ekong, son of former Super Eagles midfielder Prince Ikpe Ekong, scored his first senior goal for Serie A club Empoli during their 2-1 victory over Torino in the second round of the Coppa Italia. Ekong opened the scoring in the 30th minute, heading in a cross from Nicolas Haas. Although Torino equalised through Ché

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Ilechukwu shifts focus as Ikorodu City host Rangers in NPFL match

Ilechukwu shifts focus as Ikorodu City host Rangers in NPFL match

Coach Fidelis Ilechukwu has shifted his focus to the upcoming Nigerian Professional Football League NPFL match as Ikorodu City prepares to host Rangers International F.C. The match, scheduled for September 25, 2024, at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena in Lagos, marks a significant moment for both clubs. Rangers, the reigning NPFL champions, are eager to bounce

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Ejuke's first La Liga goal secures late winner for Sevilla

Ejuke’s first La Liga goal secures late winner for Sevilla

Chidera Ejuke scored his first La Liga goal dramatically, netting the late winner for Sevilla in their 1-0 victory over Real Valladolid. The Nigerian forward, who came on as a second half substitute, sealed the match in the 85th minute with a precise shot to the far post, beyond the goalkeeper’s reach. Ejuke’s performance could

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Lookman scores back to back in Serie A, but Atalanta fall to Como

Lookman scores back to back in Serie A, but Atalanta fall to Como

Ademola Lookman continued his impressive form by scoring his second consecutive goal in Serie A, although Atalanta fell to a 3-2 defeat against Como, now coached by former Arsenal and Chelsea star Cesc Fàbregas. The match played at Atalanta’s Gewiss Stadium, saw the home side take an early lead in the 18th minute through Davide

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Slavia Prague CB Ogbu out for weeks with facial fracture

Slavia Prague CB Ogbu out for weeks with facial fracture

Slavia Prague defender, Igoh Ogbu, will miss several weeks of action following a facial fracture sustained during a match against Viktoria Plzen. The Nigerian, who had to be stretchered off after a collision with two Plzen players, was initially thought to have suffered a head injury. However, medical tests revealed a fractured zygomatic arch, requiring

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Super Eagles defender Tanimu aims for English Championship promotion

Super Eagles defender Tanimu aims for English Championship promotion

Super Eagles defender, Benjamin Tanimu, has expressed his ambition to help Crawley Town secure promotion to the English Championship. Tanimu recently joined the League One side after a delay in receiving his entry visa. The defender signed a three-year contract with Crawley Town and aims to contribute significantly to the team. I am here to

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Pay cut hits Super Eagles backroom staff

Pay cut hits Super Eagles backroom staff

The Nigeria Football Federation NFF is reportedly reducing the bonuses and allowances of the Super Eagles’ backroom staff, along with those of other national teams. A committee composed of key NFF Executive Committee members recently reviewed the earnings of these staff members during national duties. This initiative is part of a broader cost-saving strategy by

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Buruj CEO donates cash to victorious Lagos State girls' football team

Buruj CEO donates cash to victorious Lagos State girls’ football team

Waheed Salaudeen, CEO of Buruj Football Academy and Buruj Football Club, has donated hundreds of thousands of naira to the Lagos State girls’ football team, which recently triumphed at the National Youth Games in Delta State. The announcement was made during the Lagos State Annual General Assembly Football Town Hall Meeting on 21st September, where

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Kelechi is a proven player – Sevilla coach backs Iheanacho

Kelechi is a proven player – Sevilla coach backs Iheanacho

Sevilla manager García Pimienta has voiced his support for Nigerian forward Kelechi Iheanacho, despite the player’s slow start since joining the club. Iheanacho was brought in to replace Youssef En Nesyri, who departed for Fenerbahçe, but the Super Eagles striker has struggled to find his footing, making only one start and featuring as a substitute

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