Full Super Eagles squad, only Nwabali and Sadiq Umar yet to arrive

Full Super Eagles squad, only Nwabali and Sadiq Umar yet to arrive

By / National Team News /
The Super Eagles training camp in Abidjan is nearly complete, with only goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali and striker Sadiq Umar yet to join. Umar’s selection has stirred controversy, as some fans believe players like Tolu Arokodare, Josh Maja, or Cyriel Dessers were more deserving. Today, most of the squad arrived, including Victor Osimhen, Victor Boniface, Ola […]

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Nigerian footballers' influence beyond the field

Nigerian footballers’ influence beyond the field

By / History /
Nigerian footballers are leaving a legacy that extends beyond the pitch, using their influence to make impactful contributions to communities. Nwankwo Kanu, known for his prowess with Arsenal and Nigeria, launched the Kanu Heart Foundation, providing life saving surgeries for children across Africa. After his heart condition and recovery, Kanu has made his foundation a

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Ex Golden Eaglets Defender Kingsley Udoh Pursues Coaching Revival

Ex Golden Eaglets Defender Kingsley Udoh Pursues Coaching Revival

By / Youth Development /
Kingsley Udoh, former defender for Nigeria’s Golden Eaglets who triumphed at the 2007 FIFA U17 World Cup, is now pursuing a fresh start through coaching after his playing career hit a roadblock. The 33 year old former Akwa United, Heartland, Kano Pillars, and Sunshine Stars player has been struggling financially and is finding it challenging

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Osimhen, Olawoyin named in Team of the Week

Osimhen, Olawoyin named in Team of the Week

By / Events & Tournaments /
Victor Osimhen of Galatasaray and Ibrahim Olawoyin of Çaykur Rizespor have been honoured with spots in the Sofascore Team of the Week for matchday 12 of the Turkish Super Lig. Osimhen’s powerful brace contributed to Galatasaray’s 3-2 victory over Samsunspor, earning him a standout rating of 9.3. Meanwhile, Olawoyin scored his first goal of the

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Reading Prospect Arrives in Abidjan for Potential Cap-Tying Match for Nigeria

Reading Prospect Arrives in Abidjan for Potential Cap-Tying Match for Nigeria

By / National Team News /
Gabriel Osho, a defender nurtured at Reading, has arrived in Abidjan ahead of Nigeria’s Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Benin’s Cheetahs, set for this week at the Felix Houphouet Boigny Stadium. Osho, who has previously been called up but missed out due to injury, is eager for a potential cap tying debut with the

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Man Utd, Chelsea, and Crystal Palace Stars Surpass Ndidi After Latest Matches

Man Utd, Chelsea, and Crystal Palace Stars Surpass Ndidi After Latest Matches

By / Tactics & Analysis /
Manchester United’s Noussair Mazraoui, Chelsea’s Moisés Caicedo, and Crystal Palace’s Daniel Muñoz have overtaken Leicester City’s Wilfred Ndidi as the top tacklers in the Premier League. Ndidi, who was previously leading with 32 tackles by matchday eight, has now tallied 36 tackles. However, Mazraoui has taken the lead with 39 tackles, followed closely by Caicedo

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NPFL Player of the Week 11: Rabiu Ali Shines at 44

NPFL Player of the Week 11: Rabiu Ali Shines at 44

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Rabiu Ali, the 44 year old veteran midfielder for Kano Pillars, was named NPFL Player of the Week for his match-winning performance against Bendel Insurance. Demonstrating calm under pressure, Ali scored from the penalty spot late in the game, securing Kano Pillars’ second away victory of the season and lifting them to fifth place with

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Nigerian Referees Kazzim Abiola & Samuel Pwadutakam Chosen for CAF CHAN

Nigerian Referees Kazzim Abiola & Samuel Pwadutakam Chosen for CAF CHAN

By / Law & Ethics /
Nigerian referees Kazzim Abiola and Samuel Pwadutakam have been chosen by the Confederation of African Football CAF to attend a critical pre-competition training and evaluation program in preparation for the African Nations Championship CHAN in Kenya, scheduled for February 2025. The program, set to take place from December 4th to 9th, 2024, in Cairo, Egypt,

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