Lagos FA promotes grassroots football for 2028 Olympics, 2030 World Cup

Lagos FA promotes grassroots football for 2028 Olympics, 2030 World Cup

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In a significant move for Nigerian football, seven young footballers from Lagos are set to begin their international careers, with the long term goal of achieving Olympic Gold in 2028 and competing in the FIFA World Cup final in 2030. These transfers, organised by the Lagos State Football Association LSFA, underscore the association’s dedication to […]

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Peter excited for UEFA Champions League playoff vs Norwegian champions

Peter excited for UEFA Champions League playoff vs Norwegian champions

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Peter Olayinka, the Nigerian forward playing for Red Star Belgrade, is optimistic ahead of the UEFA Champions League playoff match against Norwegian champions Bodo/Glimt. Olayinka, who scored twice in Red Star’s 4-1 victory over Čukarički in the third qualifying round, expressed confidence in his team’s ability to secure a spot in the group stage of

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Chelsea loan Nigerian midfielder to Southampton confirmed

Chelsea loan Nigerian midfielder to Southampton confirmed

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Chelsea has officially confirmed that French-Nigerian midfielder Lesley Ugochukwu has completed a season long loan move to Southampton. The 20 year old midfielder joined Chelsea last summer from Rennes but only managed to make 15 appearances across all competitions. With limited chances for game time this season, Chelsea decided to send Ugochukwu on loan to

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Ogun State Ready for CAF We’re Always a Good Host – Majekodunmi

Ogun State Ready for CAF We’re Always a Good Host – Majekodunmi

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Ogun State is gearing up for a monumental football weekend, as it prepares to host two major CAF competitions at the Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne. Alhaji Ganiyu Majekodunmi, Chairman of the Ogun State Football Association and executive member of the Nigeria Football Federation NFF, has invited all football enthusiasts to come out in large

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What’s next for Samson Siasia after FIFA ban?

What’s next for Samson Siasia after FIFA ban?

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Former Super Eagles coach Samson Siasia has completed his FIFA ban for unethical conduct. Initially, in 2019, Siasia was handed a lifetime ban and fined $50,000 for allegedly agreeing to the manipulation of matches for betting purposes. However, after appealing to the Court of Arbitration for Sports in 2021, his ban was reduced to five

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Chelsea haven't discussed personal terms with Osimhen yet – Expert

Chelsea haven’t discussed personal terms with Osimhen yet – Expert

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According to top transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, Chelsea has yet to begin formal discussions with Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen regarding a potential transfer. Although Napoli’s sports director Giovanni Manna recently visited London to handle several transfer matters, talks specifically concerning Osimhen’s move to Chelsea remain in the early stages. Romano revealed that while Chelsea has

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PL Youngest Debutant Nwaneri Names Man City Star as His Idol

PL Youngest Debutant Nwaneri Names Man City Star as His Idol

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Arsenal prodigy Ethan Nwaneri has shared that Manchester City’s star midfielder Kevin De Bruyne was his inspiration growing up. Despite not officially being promoted to Arsenal’s first team for the 2024-2025 season, Nwaneri has been training with the senior squad since pre season and has participated in high profile friendlies against teams such as Manchester

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Chelsea, Man Utd Face Setback in Pursuit of CB Likened to Beckenbauer

Chelsea, Man Utd Face Setback in Pursuit of CB Likened to Beckenbauer

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Manchester United and Chelsea have faced a setback in their quest to sign David Odogu, the Nigerian born centre back who has been compared to the legendary Franz Beckenbauer by Nigerian football great Segun Odegbami. Odogu, a key player in Germany’s 2023 FIFA U17 World Cup winning team, recently signed a long term contract with

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1xbet Nigeria CEO Dr. Femi Highlights Youth Role at Lagos Championship

1xbet Nigeria CEO Dr. Femi Highlights Youth Role at Lagos Championship

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Dr. Femi Babalola, the Managing Director and CEO of 1xBet Nigeria, made an impactful appearance at the ongoing 1xBet Cup Community Championship in Lagos on Wednesday. The event, which has brought together 20 teams from across the region, showcases the vibrant talent and unity within the community. During his speech, Dr. Babalola underscored youth engagement’s

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Mikel Opens Up Rio Olympics Hell Caused by Corrupt NFF

Mikel Opens Up Rio Olympics Hell Caused by Corrupt NFF

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Mikel Obi has revealed the challenges he faced due to corruption within the Nigerian Football Federation NFF during the Rio 2016 Olympics, where he captained Nigeria to a bronze medal. In a candid discussion on his “ObiOne Podcast,” Mikel shared the struggles he encountered, including the NFF’s failure to organise flights for the team to

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