Igho Ogbu Reveals He Rejected Norway to Pursue Super Eagles Dream

Igho Ogbu Reveals He Rejected Norway to Pursue Super Eagles Dream

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Newly called up Super Eagles defender Igho Ogbu has revealed that he turned down an opportunity to play for Norway while at Lillestrom, choosing instead to wait for his chance with Nigeria’s national team. Ogbu, 25, had an outstanding 2022 season with the Norwegian club, which led to his record transfer to Slavia Praha in

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NNL Second Stanza Kicks Off with Intense Battles and High Stakes

NNL Second Stanza Kicks Off with Intense Battles and High Stakes

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The Nigeria National League NNL, the country’s second-tier football division, is set to resume for the second half of the 2024/2025 season, promising fierce competition, strategic battles, and new faces. With 36 clubs competing, teams are fighting for different objectives some eyeing a place in the Super 8 playoffs, others battling to retain their league

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Flamingos Set to Face Algeria in Final U17 Women’s World Cup Qualifier

Flamingos Set to Face Algeria in Final U17 Women’s World Cup Qualifier

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Nigeria’s U17 women’s team, the Flamingos, will battle Algeria in the final qualifying round for the 2025 FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco. The Nigerian girls secured their spot after a dominant 5-1 aggregate victory over South Africa’s Bantwana, winning 3-1 in Pretoria and 2-0 in Ikenne. Algeria, on the other hand, advanced after

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Bassey Earns Spot in BBC Premier League Team of the Week

Bassey Earns Spot in BBC Premier League Team of the Week

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Fulham defender Calvin Bassey has been recognised for his stellar performance in the latest round of Premier League fixtures, earning a place in the BBC Premier League Team of the Week. The selection, curated by former Watford striker Troy Deeney, highlights Bassey’s impressive display in Fulham’s 2-0 victory over Tottenham Hotspur at Craven Cottage. The

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NFF Begins Construction of Players’ Hostel and New Training Pitches

NFF Begins Construction of Players’ Hostel and New Training Pitches

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The Nigerian Football Federation NFF has commenced work on a significant infrastructural project, breaking ground for the construction of a Players’ Hostel and new training pitches at the MKO Abiola National Stadium in Abuja. The project, named the NFF-FIFA Players’ Hostel, will consist of a 68-room facility located near the NFF Secretariat. It will include

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Osimhen Arrives in Rwanda for Crucial World Cup Qualifier

Osimhen Arrives in Rwanda for Crucial World Cup Qualifier

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Victor Osimhen has set the tone for Nigeria’s crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier by being among the first players to arrive in Rwanda. The Super Eagles striker, known for his leadership both on and off the pitch, responded to new coach Eric Chelle’s call for senior players to take charge as the team looks

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Igho Ogbu Marks Super Eagles Call Up with a Goal

Igho Ogbu Marks Super Eagles Call Up with a Goal

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Igho Ogbu celebrated his first ever call up to the Super Eagles in grand style, scoring in Slavia Praha’s 3-0 victory over Jablonec in the Czech League. The central defender found the net in the ninth minute, showcasing an impressive striker’s finish after breaking down an attacking move by the opposition. His performance earned him

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Remo Stars Ladies Shine in ProStar NWFAwards for February

Remo Stars Ladies Shine in ProStar NWFAwards for February

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Remo Stars Ladies coach, Matthew Showemimo, and star forward, Bolaji Olamide, have been recognised for their outstanding performances in February by winning the Naija Women Football Awards NWFAwards. Showemimo secured the Coach of the Month award after guiding his team to four consecutive victories, scoring 12 goals and conceding just one. His tactical excellence led

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