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BOWFT24 Heartland Queens Achieve Perfect Group Stage Record

By Kelechi / Tactics & Analysis / October 11, 2024

Heartland Queens completed a flawless group stage performance in the 2024 Betsy Obaseki Women Football Tournament BOWFT, winning all matches without conceding a goal. In their final group game on Thursday, the Owerri based team narrowly defeated Aigle Royal d’Adjara from Benin Republic with a 1-0 victory, thanks to a second half goal by top

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SWAN Praises Security for Rescue of Kidnapped Sports Journalists

By Kelechi / News / October 11, 2024

The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria SWAN has commended the Nigerian Army and Police for their swift action, resulting in the release of six sports journalists who were abducted on their way to Uyo to cover the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier between the Super Eagles and Libya. The journalists, primarily camera operators and

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Eguavoen Confident Victor Boniface Will Score for Super Eagles

By Kelechi / News / October 11, 2024

Super Eagles caretaker coach Augustine Eguavoen has expressed confidence that forward Victor Boniface is poised to score his first goal for Nigeria. While Boniface has impressed with six goals for Bayer Leverkusen this season, he has yet to find the net in his seven appearances for the Super Eagles. Eguavoen is optimistic about Boniface’s potential,

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Ekong Warns Super Eagles of Libya’s Determination to Step Up

By Kelechi / National Team News / October 11, 2024

Super Eagles stand in captain William Ekong has cautioned that despite Libya’s current position at the bottom of Group D in the 2025 AFCON qualifiers, they are likely to bring a heightened level of play in today’s clash in Uyo. Nigeria leads the group with four points from two games, while Libya has one point.

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BOWFT24 Bayelsa Queens Defeat Espoir FC 4-0 to Advance

By Kelechi / Women's Football / October 11, 2024

On Thursday, October 10, 2024, Bayelsa Queens FC triumphed over Espoir FC from Benin Republic with a dominant 4-0 victory in their final Group B match of the Betsy Obaseki Women Football Tournament BOWFT. Held at the University of Benin Sports Stadium, the match remained goalless in the first half despite Bayelsa Queens controlling the

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River Plate Scoring Sensation, Okocha Admirer, Commits to Nigeria

By Kelechi / Society / October 11, 2024

Despite being born in Argentina, Jonathan Spiff Asuzu, a 17 year old striking talent from River Plate’s academy, has pledged to represent Nigeria internationally. The young forward, who has already scored 16 goals in 18 matches this season, is eager to don Nigeria’s green and white, inspired by his Nigerian heritage and family dreams. Asuzu,

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NFF Disputes Libya’s Claims of Poor Treatment

By Kelechi / Law & Ethics / October 10, 2024

The Nigeria Football Federation NFF has refuted claims from Libyan team captain Faisal Al Badri alleging poor treatment upon their arrival in Nigeria. The NFF clarified that the confusion resulted from a lack of communication from the Libyan Football Federation LFF regarding the team’s arrival details. NFF’s assistant director of protocol, Emmanuel Ayanbunmi, explained that

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Awoniyi Explains Why Nuno Santo Benched Him in 1-1 Draw vs Chelsea

By Kelechi / Match Previews & Reviews / October 10, 2024

Super Eagles forward Taiwo Awoniyi clarified why he was benched in Nottingham Forest’s recent 1-1 draw against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge. Awoniyi, who has seen limited game time this season with just 81 minutes across four matches, explained that head coach Nuno Espirito Santo’s decision was tactical, aiming to preserve the draw. Chris Wood scored

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Felix Okugbe Memorial Football Tournament Kicks Off Today

By Kelechi / Events & Tournaments / October 10, 2024

The 4th edition of the Felix Okugbe Memorial Football Tournament begins today, October 10, 2024, in Benin City at Emotan College Sports Ground. Organised by the Federation of Youth Soccer Clubs FEYSOC Edo State, this year’s tournament honours the legacy of Felix Okugbe, former Edo Swan boss and sports icon. The opening match will feature

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Victor Boniface Explains His Strong Form at Bayer Leverkusen

By Kelechi / Culture / October 10, 2024

Victor Boniface is making waves this season with Bayer Leverkusen, scoring six goals so far, including his debut UEFA Champions League goal. The talented striker attributes his impressive form to a positive outlook and staying true to himself. Boniface shared, Post memes, be happy with yourself, do what you love, don’t overthink, and try to

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