Football In Nigeria

Ivory Coast U-20 Defeat Flying Eagles 2-0 to Avenge First Leg Loss

By Kelechi Abel / National Team News / March 1, 2025

Ivory Coast’s U-20 national team responded emphatically to their first leg defeat by securing a commanding 2-0 victory over Nigeria’s Flying Eagles in the second leg of their international friendly at the Stade Félix Houphouët Boigny. After suffering a 2-0 loss to Nigeria in the opening match, the Young Elephants came out determined, displaying greater […]

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Sevilla Coach Confirms Jerome Akor’s Return for Athletic Bilbao Clash

By Kelechi Abel / Health and Fitness / March 1, 2025

Sevilla head coach Garcia Pimienta has provided an encouraging update on Nigerian forward Jerome Akor, confirming that he is expected to return to action in time for the La Liga fixture against Athletic Bilbao on March 16. Akor, 25, has been sidelined with a thigh muscle injury sustained in training, but Pimienta believes his recovery

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Royal Antwerp sign Nigerian forwards Achihi and Gabriel Jesus David

By Kelechi Abel / Transfer News / March 1, 2025

Belgian Pro League club Royal Antwerp has confirmed the signing of two Nigerian attackers, Orseer Achihi and Gabriel Jesus David, from Nigerian grassroots club P Sports Football Academy. Achihi, an 18 year old forward, joins Antwerp on a permanent deal after signing a long term contract, while David has arrived on loan with an option

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Arokodare sets personal scoring record in Genk’s 1-1 draw vs. Charleroi

By Kelechi Abel / Events and Tournaments / March 1, 2025

Super Eagles hopeful Tolu Arokodare has surpassed his personal best for goals in a single league season after scoring in Racing Genk’s 1-1 draw with Sporting Charleroi in the Jupiler Pro League on Friday night. Arokodare’s previous record was 15 goals, achieved in the 2020 season while playing for Latvian side Valmiera. After equaling that

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NPFL partners with Hungarian universities to support players’ education

By Kelechi Abel / Football and Society / March 1, 2025

The Nigeria Professional Football League NPFL has taken a major step toward securing the future of its players by partnering with Hungarian universities to provide educational opportunities alongside football careers. NPFL Chairman, Hon. Gbenga Elegbeleye, met with representatives from the Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences, led by Dr. Zoltán Lakner, in Abuja to

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Rivers United Secure 1-0 Win Over Katsina United in Delayed NPFL Fixture

By Kelechi Abel / Nigerian Premier League / February 28, 2025

Rivers United claimed a narrow 1-0 victory over Katsina United in their rescheduled NPFL fixture, with Ubong Friday scoring the decisive goal in the 17th minute. The match, initially disrupted due to heavy rain, was completed a day later. The win propelled Rivers United to fifth place in the NPFL standings with 39 points from

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Freiburg goalkeeper Atubolu eyes Bundesliga records before break

By Kelechi Abel / International Nigerian Footballers / February 28, 2025

SC Freiburg’s young goalkeeper, Noah Atubolu, is on the verge of breaking two Bundesliga records ahead of the March international break. The 21 year old shot stopper recently became the first goalkeeper since 2014 to save four consecutive penalties, equalling the record set by former Bayer Leverkusen goalkeeper Bernd Leno. Atubolu now has a chance

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Three possible replacements for injured Ajayi in Super Eagles’ WCQ

By Kelechi Abel / National Team News / February 28, 2025

Super Eagles manager Eric Chelle faces a major defensive setback ahead of Nigeria’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and Zimbabwe following Semi Ajayi’s injury. The West Bromwich Albion center back, who has been a key figure in Nigeria’s defence, has been ruled out after suffering a recurrence of a previous injury. With Ajayi

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Flying Eagles Face Injury Setbacks Ahead of Second Ivory Coast Friendly

By Kelechi Abel / National Team News / February 28, 2025

Nigeria’s Flying Eagles have been hit with minor injury concerns ahead of their second friendly match against Ivory Coast’s U20 team, with Bidemi Amole and Nasiru Salihu missing the final training session due to knocks. Both players sustained minor injuries during the first game, which Nigeria won 2-0, and were rested as a precaution. The

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Crystal Palace Loanee David Ozoh Ruled Out for the Rest of the Season

By Kelechi Abel / Player Health and Injuries / February 28, 2025

Crystal Palace owned midfielder David Ozoh has been ruled out for the remainder of the 2024-25 season due to a thigh injury, Derby County manager John Eustace confirmed ahead of their Championship clash against Middlesbrough. Ozoh, who joined Derby on loan last July in search of more playing time, was stretchered off during their last

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