Football In Nigeria

Delta Sports Commission Hands Over Warri Stadium to Peculiar Consult

By Kelechi Abel / Stadiums and Facilities / March 21, 2025

The Delta State Sports Commission has officially handed over the renovation and upgrade project of the iconic Warri City Stadium to Peculiar Ultimate Consult Limited. During a visit to the stadium on Thursday, the Commission’s Chairman, Hon. Onoriode Oborevwori, accompanied by stakeholders from the Supervisory Ministry and the Warri South Local Government, made the handover […]

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Lazio Join Race to Sign Nigerian Striker

By Kelechi Abel / Transfer News / March 21, 2025

Italian Serie A giants Lazio have officially joined the race to sign Nigerian striker Rafiu Durosinmi from Viktoria Plzeň. The 22 year old forward, a product of Unique Football Academy, has already attracted attention from Premier League clubs Leicester City and Wolverhampton Wanderers. Scouts from both English clubs reportedly watched Durosinmi in action during Viktoria

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Junior Lokosa Wins FIFA Case Against Al Naser Zliten in Landmark Victory

By Kelechi Abel / Football Law and Ethics / March 21, 2025

Junior Lokosa, the talented striker for Enyimba FC, has won a major legal battle at the FIFA Dispute Resolution Chamber DRC against Libyan side Al Naser Zliten. As represented by PCN Sportiva LP, Lokosa defended his right to fair compensation in football contracts. The DRC ruling emphasised that no player can waive entitlements for work

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Troost-Ekong Says Coach Eric Chelle Gave Instructions for Rwanda Clash

By Kelechi Abel / National Team News / March 21, 2025

Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has urged his teammates not to underestimate Rwanda ahead of Friday’s pivotal 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier in Kigali. The experienced defender acknowledged Nigeria’s recent struggles against the Amavubi and stressed the need to secure all three points to revive their qualification hopes. In an interview with NFF TV, Troost-Ekong

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NLO Orders Clubs to Complete Players’ Facial Verification

By Kelechi Abel / Youth Development and Scouting / March 20, 2025

The Nationwide League One NLO has directed all clubs in Division One and the U19 Youth League to complete facial verification for their players ahead of the March 30 registration deadline. The league’s secretariat, through its media department, emphasised that this new measure is crucial in preventing duplicate registrations. Clubs are now required to verify

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NWFL: Nasarawa Amazons End Remo Stars Ladies’ Winning Streak

By Kelechi Abel / Women's Football / March 20, 2025

The second half of the 2024/25 Nigeria Women Football League NWFL Premiership kicked off with excitement on Wednesday, March 19, 2025. Across seven venues, fans witnessed high energy clashes and surprises. In Lafia, Remo Stars Ladies’ unbeaten streak was halted by Nasarawa Amazons. A tense match was decided by Jenat Akekeromowei’s coolly converted 90th-minute penalty,

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Super Eagles Striker Sadiq Umar Competes with Mbappe for La Liga Award

By Kelechi Abel / Fan Zone / March 20, 2025

Sadiq Umar, Nigerian international and Valencia striker, has been shortlisted for the prestigious La Liga Player of the Month award, competing against Kylian Mbappé Real Madrid, Marcos Alonso, Pedro Díaz, and Isco. In the month under review, Sadiq showcased exceptional form, scoring all four of his goals for Valencia. He was the match winner in

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Akwa United Assistant Coach Reveal Strategy to Survive Relegation Fight

By Kelechi Abel / Nigerian Premier League / March 20, 2025

Akwa United assistant coach, Ifeanyi Nwachukwu, has outlined the club’s survival strategy as they fight to avoid relegation in the 2024/2025 NPFL season. Following their vital 2-0 win over Shooting Stars in Matchday 29 at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium, Nwachukwu emphasised the importance of securing points both at home and on the road. He noted

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2025 Flying Eagles Invitee Nets 96th Minute Equaliser for Ipswich U21s

By Kelechi Abel / Events and Tournaments / March 20, 2025

Abube Onuchukwu, a 2025 Flying Eagles invitee, scored a dramatic 96th-minute equaliser to help Ipswich Town U21s secure a 3-3 draw against Millwall in a Professional Development League fixture at Portman Road on Tuesday night. The game saw Millwall take an early lead through a deflected goal by Sheldon Kendall, followed by a second goal

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Nasarawa United Defeat Flight FC to Reach President Federation Cup R32

By Kelechi Abel / Nigerian Premier League / March 20, 2025

The Solid Miners struck early, with Ugochukwu Leonard marking his return to the team by scoring in the 6th minute following a precise assist from John Joshua. The lead was doubled just 11 minutes later when right back Kabir Balogun converted a stunning free kick that left the Flight FC goalkeeper with no chance. Despite

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