Victor Osimhen has been selected to lead FIFA’s latest campaign against racism. As part of this initiative, a global crossed arms gesture will be introduced during the FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup in Colombia. This gesture is designed to empower players to stand against racist abuse, reinforcing FIFA’s commitment to eliminating discrimination from the sport. […]
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The Nigeria Football Federation NFF has officially withdrawn the appointment of Bruno Labbadia as the head coach of the Super Eagles after contract negotiations fell through. The NFF had initially announced Labbadia’s appointment with immediate effect on Tuesday, but the deal collapsed due to issues surrounding tax obligations in Germany. NFF President Ibrahim Gusau explained
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The draw for the 2024 Nigeria Women’s Football League NWFL Championship has been completed, setting the stage for a fierce competition among 20 teams vying for promotion to the NWFL Premiership. The draw, which took place at the U.J. Esuene Stadium in Calabar, saw the teams divided into four groups: A1, A2, B1, and B2.
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Sadiq Umar’s anticipated transfer has been called off following crucial talks with his current club, Real Sociedad. The Nigerian striker, who had been the subject of loan speculations, will remain with the La Liga side after the club assured him of increased playing time this season. Sources close to Umar revealed that these assurances have
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Nigeria’s U20 women’s football team, the Falconets, have settled into their accommodation at the Wyndham Hotel in Bogotá, preparing for their participation in the FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup in Colombia 2024. The team, having scored an impressive 27 goals across their recent competitive and friendly matches, is entering the tournament with confidence as they
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Several Nigerian football stars have learned their opponents in the upcoming UEFA Champions League group stages following the draw held in Monaco. The draw presents exciting matchups for Nigerian internationals Victor Boniface, Nathan Tella, Samuel Chukwueze, Ademola Lookman, Raphael Onyedika, Ethan Nwaneri, and George Ilenikhena, who are all set to represent their respective clubs in
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In the bustling football scene of Lagos, a young star is emerging from the ranks of under 12 players. Dada, a 12 year old football prodigy, has been recognized by his coach, Adeshina Yusuf, as having the potential to shine on the global stage. Coach Yusuf, who has been nurturing young talents for several years,
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Top Saudi Arabian club Al Ahli have reportedly reached an agreement with Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen on a lucrative four year contract. The deal will see Osimhen earn €40 million per year, a significant increase from the initial offer of €30 million, which was rejected. This new salary is four times what Osimhen currently earns
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Wolverhampton Wanderers have decided not to pursue Burnley winger Luca Koleosho after being priced out of a potential transfer. The quad national player, who is eligible to represent Nigeria, Canada, the United States, and Italy, has been valued at €40 million by Burnley, a price that Wolves deem excessive. Wolves were interested in Koleosho as
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Marcello Anyanwu, a former NFF presidential aspirant and UAE based coach, has called for urgent reforms in Nigeria’s female football, citing a steady decline in the sport. After receiving the Royal Award as Odogwu N’mmeri Football na Ala Oyibo in his community in Imo State, Anyanwu expressed concerns over the poor management and underfunding of
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