Oliseh Praises Yamal and Spain Squad After Victory Over England

Oliseh Praises Yamal and Spain Squad After Victory Over England

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Former Super Eagles coach Sunday Oliseh commended the Spanish team, particularly Lamine Yamal, Nico Williams, Dani Olmo, and Rodri, along with their manager Luis de la Fuente, following Spain’s triumph over England in the 2024 European Championship final. Spain clinched the title with a 2-1 victory, becoming record European champions with their fourth title. In […]

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Fortune Bassey Reflects on Chelsea Fandom and Eden Hazard’s Brilliance

Fortune Bassey Reflects on Chelsea Fandom and Eden Hazard’s Brilliance

By / Nigerians Abroad /
Ferencváros star Fortune Bassey has shared insights into his early football influences and fandom. Growing up in Benin City, Nigeria, Bassey was an ardent Chelsea supporter. He recounted his deep emotional investment in the club, particularly during the 2008 UEFA Champions League final, where Chelsea lost to Manchester United on penalties. Bassey admitted that he

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Imama Amapakabo Promises Trophies for Abia Warriors Next Season

Imama Amapakabo Promises Trophies for Abia Warriors Next Season

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Imama Amapakabo, the newly appointed coach of Abia Warriors, has assured fans and supporters that they can expect trophies next season. Abia Warriors narrowly missed out on winning titles and qualifying for continental competitions after their defeat to El Kanemi Warriors in the Federation Cup final. Amapakabo, who previously served as an assistant coach for

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Super Eagles Full 2025 AFCON Qualifying Schedule Announced

Super Eagles Full 2025 AFCON Qualifying Schedule Announced

By / National Team News /
The complete schedule for the Super Eagles’ 2025 Africa Cup of Nations AFCON qualifying matches has been released. The Nigerian national team will begin their campaign in September with a home game against West African rivals Benin, followed by an away match against Rwanda. In October, the Super Eagles will face a double header against

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Ghana and Nigeria Eligible Defender Joins Peterborough from Chelsea

Ghana and Nigeria Eligible Defender Joins Peterborough from Chelsea

By / Youth Development /
Davon Gbajumo, a talented defender eligible to represent England, Nigeria, and Ghana, has departed Chelsea’s Cobham academy to join EFL League One club Peterborough United on a scholarship deal. Gbajumo, 16, will be with Peterborough until at least the end of the 2025-2026 season. Gbajumo has already made his competitive debut for Peterborough United U18s,

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New Napoli Coach Comments on Osimhen Transfer Situation

New Napoli Coach Comments on Osimhen Transfer Situation

By / Interviews /
New Napoli coach Antonio Conte has addressed the ongoing transfer situation involving striker Victor Osimhen. Osimhen has expressed his desire to leave the Italian club this summer, and Napoli is open to his departure. However, the club has not yet received a formal bid for the player. Conte emphasized that while Osimhen’s situation remains unchanged,

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Tani Oluwaseyi Becomes Cap Tied to Canada in Copa America

Tani Oluwaseyi Becomes Cap Tied to Canada in Copa America

By / Nigerians Abroad /
Minnesota United forward Tani Oluwaseyi, born in Abuja, Nigeria, is now cap tied to Canada after playing in the ongoing Copa America. Oluwaseyi, who was given minutes in every game except the opening defeat to Argentina, is no longer eligible to represent Nigeria. He made his competitive debut against Peru on June 26, following the

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Transfer Fee Blocks Paul Onuachu's Move from England

Transfer Fee Blocks Paul Onuachu’s Move from England

By / Merch & Branding /
Negotiations between Turkish club Trabzonspor and Premier League side Southampton have hit a snag over the transfer fee for striker Paul Onuachu. Southampton, who signed Onuachu for 13 million euros in January 2023, are demanding 10 million euros for his transfer. In contrast, Trabzonspor offered 6 million euros plus a 25% sell-on clause for the

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What It Takes To Ace The NRA Exams For Young Referees

What It Takes To Ace The NRA Exams For Young Referees

By / Law & Ethics /
Becoming a top tier football referee in Nigeria requires more than just a passion for the game it demands intellectual rigour and thorough preparation, particularly for the annual NRA Nigeria Referees Association examinations that determine promotions to higher grades. The journey begins with the Referee in Training RIT to Grade 3 exam, a critical foundation

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Awoniyi Misses Forest's Pre Season Aina and Dennis Play

Awoniyi Misses Forest’s Pre Season Aina and Dennis Play

By / Culture /
Super Eagles striker Taiwo Awoniyi missed Nottingham Forest’s 3-0 pre season victory over Chesterfield at the SMH Group Stadium on Saturday. Goals from Chris Wood, Josh Bowler, and Ibrahim Sangaré secured the win for Nuno Espírito Santo’s side. According to NottinghamshireLive, Awoniyi’s absence was due to personal reasons, not injury related. Although he picked up

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