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Former Super Eagles Midfielder Uzochukwu Signs with Danish Club OKS

By Kelechi Kelvin Abel / Nigerians Abroad / March 19, 2024

Odense Kammeraternes Sportsklub OKS, a Danish football club, proudly announced the signing of former Nigeria international Izunna Uzochukwu. The 33 year old midfielder will join OKS this spring and transition to an assistant coach role by the summer of 2024, while still being available as a player. Uzochukwu’s move comes after a challenging period that […]

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Super Eagles Update 10 Players in Morocco for Internationals

By Kelechi Kelvin Abel / National Team News / March 19, 2024

The Nigeria Football Federation has confirmed the arrival of ten players in Morocco for the Super Eagles’ March international fixtures, as reported by All Nigeria Soccer. Among the early arrivals is Rangers’ striker Cyriel Dessers, marking his return to the national team after approximately fourteen months. Despite being part of the provisional squad for the

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Victor Osimhen to Miss Super Eagles’ Upcoming Friendlies

By Kelechi Kelvin Abel / Nigerian Football News / March 19, 2024

Napoli has officially announced that Victor Osimhen will not participate in the Super Eagles’ forthcoming friendlies against Ghana and Mali due to injury concerns. The 25 year old striker, who was listed as a substitute for Napoli’s recent Serie A game against Inter Milan, was sidelined because of inflammation related to a previous injury, as

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Osaghae Jnr Crowned NPFL Player of the Week After Stellar Performance

By Kelechi Kelvin Abel / Nigerian Premier League / March 19, 2024

Osaghae Jnr has been named the Nigerian Professional Football League NPFL Player of the Week for matchday 26, following a remarkable performance that led Bendel Insurance to their most significant victory of the season. The forward came off the bench to net twice in a 4-0 demolition of Gombe United. The scoring spree for Bendel

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Utad Secures Nigerian Forward Imoh Ezekiel to Bolster Attack

By Kelechi Kelvin Abel / Transfer News / March 19, 2024

Romanian football club Utad has made a strategic move to avoid relegation by signing 30 year old Nigerian forward Imoh Ezekiel. Ezekiel, a free agent after parting ways with Nepali club Lalitpur City FC, is expected to play a crucial role in Utad’s battle to maintain their top flight status through the ongoing relegation playoffs.

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Nigeria’s Falconets Advance to All Africa Games Final

By Kelechi Kelvin Abel / Events & Tournaments / March 19, 2024

The Nigerian Under 20 women’s team, the Falconets, have secured their spot in the final of the All Africa Games, following a convincing 2-0 victory over Uganda in the semi finals held at the Cape Coast stadium. This win continues their impressive run in the tournament, having previously defeated Morocco and Senegal with scores of

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Tyronne Ebuehi to Miss Super Eagles Friendlies Due to Knee Injury

By Kelechi Kelvin Abel / National Team News / March 19, 2024

Tyronne Ebuehi, the Nigerian defender playing for Empoli in Italy, has been ruled out of the upcoming Super Eagles friendlies against Ghana and Mali due to a significant knee injury. Empoli confirmed that Ebuehi suffered a partial tear of his ACL in his right knee during a match against Bologna last weekend, an injury that

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Gençlerbirliği and Nigerian Striker Kayode Split

By Kelechi Kelvin Abel / Tactics & Analysis / March 19, 2024

Gençlerbirliği, a second division team in Turkey, has officially announced the termination of their contract with Nigerian forward Olarewaju Kayode, 30, by mutual consent. Kayode, who joined the club as a free agent in September of the previous year, was looking to rejuvenate his career following a challenging stint post his move to Manchester City

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Uchenna Kanu Shines with Early Goal in Season Opener

By Kelechi Kelvin Abel / Match Previews & Reviews / March 19, 2024

Super Falcons star Uchenna Kanu made an impactful start to the new NWSL season, scoring a crucial goal for Racing Louisville SC in their 2-2 home draw against Orlando Pride. The former Tigres of Mexico forward found the net in the 19th minute, doubling her team’s lead early in the game. However, Orlando Pride rallied

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Alimi Addresses Fan Misconduct During NPFL Derby

By Kelechi Kelvin Abel / Interviews / March 18, 2024

Remo Stars forward, Alimi Sikiru, has publicly addressed the physical harassment he endured from fans during a Nigerian Professional Football League NPFL match against Shooting Stars. The incident occurred during a heated derby that saw Remo Stars defeated 2-0, with Alimi being sent off in the 78th minute following a double from Christian Pyagbara that

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