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Iwobi To Make History As Nigeria’s Most Featured Premier League Star
Alex Iwobi is set to become Nigeria’s most featured player in Premier League history. The…
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Lookman Set for Galatasaray Move to Reunite with Osimhen
Galatasaray are reportedly planning a move for Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman from Atalanta. Coach Okan…
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U-20 World Cup: Argentina Defeat Colombia 1–0 to Set Up Final Clash With Morocco
Argentina have reached the 2025 FIFA U-20 World Cup final after beating Colombia 1–0 in…
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Cristiano Ronaldo Nears 1,000 Career Goals
Cristiano Ronaldo is closing in on 1,000 career goals after reaching 948 for club and…
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Malaysia Appeals FIFA’s Suspension Over Player Eligibility Scandal
Malaysia’s Football Association has appealed FIFA’s suspension of seven players and a $440,000 fine. The…
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Yahaya’s Hat-Trick Hands Flamingos Final Boost Ahead of World Cup
Nigeria’s U-17 women’s team, the Flamingos, beat Paraguay 3–2 in their final pre-World Cup friendly.…
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Super Eagles to Face Gabon in World Cup Play-Offs
Nigeria’s Super Eagles will face Gabon in the semi-finals of the 2026 World Cup African…
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Osimhen’s Hat-Trick Sends Super Eagles to World Cup Playoffs
The Super Eagles have booked their spot in the 2026 World Cup African playoffs after…
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Barcelona Extend Frenkie De Jong’s Contract Until 2029
FC Barcelona has reached a new long-term agreement with midfielder Frenkie de Jong, extending his…
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Indonesia Bars Israeli Gymnasts From World Championships Over Gaza Conflict
Indonesia has barred Israeli gymnasts, including Olympic champion Artem Dolgopyat, from entering for the World…
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Musa Urges Teammates to Celebrate His Birthday with Victory Over Benin
Super Eagles captain Ahmed Musa has urged his teammates to gift him a birthday win…
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Sports Federation Leaders Wish Finance Minister Wale Edun Quick Recovery
Nigerian sports federations have sent goodwill messages to Finance Minister Wale Edun, wishing him a…
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Chelle, Ekong Confident Super Eagles Will Beat Benin, Secure World Cup Spot
Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle and captain William Troost-Ekong have vowed to give Nigerians a…
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Ahmed Musa Apologizes After Kano Pillars Fans Attack Shooting Stars
Kano Pillars’ General Manager, Ahmed Musa, has apologized for the violent pitch invasion during their…
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Cristiano Ronaldo Sets Unwanted Record with 34 Penalty Misses
Cristiano Ronaldo has set a new unwanted record after missing his 34th career penalty during…
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Fans Urge Nwabali to Stay Calm Ahead of World Cup Qualifier
Super Eagles fans have urged goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali to stay calm and focused ahead of…
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Zidane Expresses Desire to Coach France in the Future
Zinedine Zidane has reaffirmed his ambition to one day coach the French national team, saying…
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2026 World Cup Qualifier: Nigeria, Benin to Miss Key Players
Nigeria and Benin Republic will both miss key players in Tuesday’s World Cup qualifier in…
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Super Eagles Arrive Uyo Safely After Aircraft Scare
Nigeria’s Super Eagles have arrived safely in Uyo after a 12-hour flight delay caused by…
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Super Eagles Beat Lesotho 2–1 to Keep World Cup Hopes Alive
Nigeria’s Super Eagles edged Lesotho 2–1 on Friday to keep their 2026 World Cup hopes…
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Referee Anthony Taylor Says Family No Longer Attends His Matches Due to Threats
Premier League referee Anthony Taylor says his family no longer attends his matches due to…
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2026 World Cup Qualifiers: Nigeria Face Must-Win Clash Against Lesotho Today
Nigeria’s Super Eagles face Lesotho on Friday in a must-win World Cup qualifier in Polokwane.…
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Flying Eagles Crash Out of U-20 World Cup After 4–0 Defeat to Argentina
Nigeria’s Flying Eagles crashed out of the FIFA U-20 World Cup after suffering a 4–0…
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Cristiano Ronaldo Becomes First Active Footballer to Reach $1.4 Billion Net Worth
Cristiano Ronaldo has become the first active footballer to reach billionaire status. The Al-Nassr star’s…
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Osimhen, Lookman, and 15 Other Super Eagles Stars Arrive in South Africa for World Cup Qualifier
17 Super Eagles players, including Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman, have arrived in South Africa…
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Pinnick Congratulates Gusau, Mustapha, Falode on FIFA Appointments
Former NFF President Amaju Pinnick has congratulated Ibrahim Gusau, Abdulhakeem Mustapha, and Ayisat Falode on…
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Cross River Ready to Host NUGA 2026, Says Governor Otu
Governor Bassey Otu says Cross River State is fully ready and safe to host the…
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FIFA U-17 World Cup: Flamingos Set to Depart for Morocco Wednesday
The Flamingos will depart Abuja for Morocco on Wednesday to begin final preparations for the…
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Nnadozie Tops Goalkeeper Saves Chart in England, Earns PFA Nomination
Super Falcons goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie is winning hearts in England with her outstanding debut season.…
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Man City’s Rodri Withdraws from Spain Squad After Hamstring Injury
Spain have suffered a major blow as midfielder Rodri Hernandez has been ruled out of…
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Fans Defend Osimhen After On-Field Clash With Beşiktaş Defender
Fans have rallied behind Victor Osimhen after his heated clash with Beşiktaş defender Emirhan Topçu…
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FIFA U-20 World Cup: Nigeria Draws 1–1 with Colombia, Secures Knockout Spot
Nigeria’s Flying Eagles secured a Round of 16 spot at the FIFA U-20 World Cup…
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Chelle Makes Two Late Changes to Super Eagles Squad for World Cup Qualifiers
Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle has replaced injured duo Cyriel Dessers and Bright Osayi-Samuel with…
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FIFA Names Chadian Referee for Nigeria vs Lesotho World Cup Qualifier
FIFA has named Chadian referee Alhadi Mahamat to handle Nigeria’s World Cup qualifier against Lesotho.…
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Africa for Peace Sports Festival Set for November in Delta
The Africa for Peace Sports Festival will kick off in Delta State on November 15…
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La Liga: Barca Coach Says Yamal’s Injury More Complicated, Unsure of Return Date
Barcelona coach Hansi Flick says Lamine Yamal’s groin injury is worse than expected, delaying his…
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Iwobi Equals Ameobi’s Record for Most Premier League Games by a Nigerian
Alex Iwobi has equalled Shola Ameobi’s record of 298 Premier League appearances by a Nigerian.…
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Super Falcons Forward Ifeoma Onumonu Ends Football Career
Super Falcons forward Ifeoma Onumonu has announced her retirement from football after more than a…
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Arsenal Begin Talks Over New Deal for Jurrien Timber
Arsenal have opened contract talks with defender Jurrien Timber after his impressive return from injury.…
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Flying Eagles Edge Saudi Arabia 3-2 to Keep U20 World Cup Hopes Alive
The Flying Eagles edged Saudi Arabia 3-2 at the U20 World Cup in Chile to…
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