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WAFCON 2026: Ijamilusi Joins Super Falcons Camp; Abiodun, Monday Delayed by Flight Hitch

By Kelechi / Women's Football / July 22, 2026

The 2022 WAFCON hero’s arrival takes the squad to 23 players, with the final two due after their original US flight was cancelled due to technical issues. The Super Falcons’ training camp in Casablanca received another boost on Tuesday with the arrival

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Etafia Appointed Goalkeeper Coach at Young Africans

By Kelechi / NPFL / July 22, 2026

The former Nigeria international joins the East African powerhouse’s newly assembled technical crew, capping a decade long coaching journey through South African football. Former Nigeria international Greg Etafia has been appointed goalkeeper coach of Tanzanian Premier League champions Young Africans, joining the club’s newly assembled technical crew under

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Super Eagles Star Lands in Italy for Record Venezia Move

By Kelechi / Transfer News / July 21, 2026

The 23 million euro package, including bonuses, becomes the biggest investment in Venezia’s history as the club prepares for a top-flight return built partly around the Nigerian striker. Akor Adams is set to become a Venezia player after the newly promoted Serie A club completed

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WAFU B U-20 Tourney: Flying Eagles Storm Abidjan for Title Defence

By Kelechi / Events & Tournaments / July 21, 2026

The defending champions departed Abuja on Monday morning, continuing on to host city Yamoussoukro ahead of a group opener against familiar rivals Ghana. Defending champions Nigeria’s Flying Eagles have arrived in Abidjan, Cote d’Ivoire, for the 2026 WAFU B U-20 Championship. The players and

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NPFL Reforms Are Welcome, But Nigerian Football Needs Total Restructuring — Lawal Abiodun

By Kelechi / NPFL / July 21, 2026

‘NPFL Reforms Are Welcome, But Nigerian Football Needs Total Restructuring’ — Lawal Abiodun The Utility Sports FC president says the NSC’s proposed player pay rise is a good start, but warns it could strain privately owned clubs without proper government support. Lawal Abiodun, president and head coach of Utility Sports Football Club, has called for

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WAFCON 2026: Okoronkwo, Alozie, Kanu Join Super Falcons Camp in Casablanca

By Kelechi / Women's Football / July 21, 2026

Three more experienced players are still expected before Justine Madugu has his full squad assembled ahead of the trip to Rabat. Esther Okoronkwo, Michelle Alozie, and Uchenna Kanu have arrived at the Super Falcons’ training camp in Casablanca, Morocco, as preparations continue for the

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Genk Reach Agreement With Pisa for Durosinmi

By Kelechi / Nigerians Abroad / July 21, 2026

The 10.5 million euro deal, which includes a 10 percent sell-on clause for Pisa, becomes the most lucrative sale in the Italian club’s history. Belgian side Genk have reached an agreement with Italian club Pisa for the transfer of Super Eagles striker Rafiu Durosinmi, according to transfer expert

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Done Deal: Super Falcons Striker Omewa Completes Move to BK Hacken

By Kelechi / Transfer News / July 21, 2026

The 23 year old joins the Swedish champions on a three year deal after departing Nottingham Forest, with club director Martin Ericsson hailing her physicality and finishing instinct. Super Falcons forward Joy Omewa has completed a move to Swedish champions BK Hacken, signing a

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Monza and Inter Milan Working Out Deal for Super Eagles Star Akinsanmiro

By Kelechi / Nigerians Abroad / July 21, 2026

Newly promoted Monza have stepped up their pursuit of the midfielder, but Inter are said to be pushing for a mandatory buy-back clause to protect their investment. AC Monza have intensified efforts to sign Nigerian midfielder Ebenezer Akinsanmiro from Inter Milan, with the

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NNL: Bayelsa United Return to Training, Eye Immediate NPFL Promotion

By Kelechi / Nigerian Football News / July 21, 2026

The club’s board says this is a crucial season, with Governor Douye Diri’s administration fully behind a push to bounce straight back to the top flight. Bayelsa United have begun preparations for the 2026/27 Nigeria National League season, holding their first training session at the

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