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Ex-Super Eagles Coach, Festus Adegboye Onigbinde, dies at 88
Festus Adegboye Onigbinde, a former head coach of Nigeria’s national football team, the Super Eagles, has died at the age…
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Osimhen fires Galatasaray to crucial derby win over Beşiktaş
Nigeria international Victor Osimhen emerged as the match-winner as Galatasaray S.K. secured a hard-fought 1–0 away victory against rivals Beşiktaş…
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CAF postpones 2026 WAFCON to July 25
By Ijeoma Okigbo Abuja, March 6, 2026 The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has postponed the 2026 Women African Cup…
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Super Falcons thrash Cameroon 3-1 in pre-Women’s Africa Cup of Nations friendly
Nigeria’s Super Falcons produced a commanding display to defeat the Indomitable Lionesses of Cameroon 3-1 in an international friendly played…
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Iran World Cup participation in doubt after airstrikes
Iran’s participation in the next FIFA World Cup has been thrown into doubt following recent United States and Israeli airstrikes…
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Tinubu hails Niger Delta Games, tasks NDDC on sports development
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has applauded the Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, for sponsoring the second edition of the Niger…
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NFF clears air on Eric Chelle’s alleged fresh demands
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has responded to reports about new demands allegedly made by Super Eagles head coach Eric…
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Wilfred Ndidi scores on emotional return after father’s funeral as Beşiktaş crush Göztepe 4–0
Beşiktaş J.K. delivered a commanding win in the Turkish Süper Lig on Sunday, but the standout story belonged to Super…
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Delta State sweep Women’s, Men’s 100m titles at Niger Delta Games
Delta State confirmed their sprinting dominance at the 2nd Niger Delta Games in Benin City on Saturday, winning both the…
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Imo community agog as Odegbami, Siasia, Ikpeba, Amokachi, others shine in novelty match
By Victor Nwachukwu Aboh Mbaise (Imo), Feb. 22, 2026 73-year-old Segun Odegbami, and other ex- Nigeria football internationals thrilled a…
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Niger Delta Games will be sustained, NDDC boss assures
The Managing Director of the Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, Dr Samuel Ogbuku, has assured that the Niger Delta Games…
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Eze-elect Vitalis Chikere and Sports Development in Imo State
By Ifeanyi Mbakogu At a time when the place of traditional rulers in national development has come under increased scrutiny,…
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Fresh questions over Super Eagles Coach, Eric Chelle’s future
The future of Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle, has come under fresh scrutiny after reports emerged that he asked…
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We are ready for bigger Niger Delta Games – NDDC Executive Director
The NDDC Executive Director, Finance and Administration, and the Chairman, Main Organising Committee of the Niger Delta Games, Alabo Boma…
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Frank Lampard praises Nigerian star, Frank Onyeka, after impressive Coventry City debut
Chelsea and England legend Frank Lampard has praised Super Eagles midfielder Frank Onyeka after his strong debut for Coventry City.…
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Rivers United rise to 22nd in CAF five-year club rankings
Nigeria’s Rivers United have climbed to 22nd place in the latest CAF five-year club rankings after reaching the group stage…
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Super Falcons to face Cameroon in two friendly matches ahead of WAFCON 2026
The Super Falcons of Nigeria will face Cameroon’s Indomitable Lionesses in two friendly matches as part of their preparations for…
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Ademola Lookman stars as Atletico Madrid crush Barcelona 4-0 in Copa del Rey
Atletico Madrid put on a brilliant display to beat Barcelona 4-0 in the first leg of their Copa del Rey…
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Tinubu congratulates Seattle Seahawks’ players of Nigerian descent on Super Bowl win
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated players of Nigerian descent who led the Seattle Seahawks to victory in Super Bowl 60…
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Super Bowl 2026: Peter Obi celebrates champions, key players of Nigerian descent
Chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Mr. Peter Obi, has congratulated the Seattle Seahawks on their well-deserved victory at…
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Egypt’s Pyramids FC depart Uyo after 4-1 win, praise hosts for smooth stay
Defending champions Pyramids FC of Egypt have left Uyo after their 4-1 victory over Rivers United in the CAF Champions…
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NPFL matchday delivers goals, drama, late winners
A busy round of matches took place in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) on Sunday, with several home teams…
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Nigeria’s Falconets edge Senegal 1 – 0 in U-20 Women’s World Cup qualifier
By Abiodun Lawal Abeokuta, Feb. 7, 2026 Nigeria’s Falconets on Saturday secured a slim first-leg advantage in the FIFA U-20…
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Super Eagles can still qualify for 2026 FIFA World Cup – Iwobi
Super Eagles midfielder, Alex Iwobi has expressed hope that Nigeria can still qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, despite…
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Havertz sinks Chelsea as Arsenal reach league cup final
Kai Havertz dribbles past Chelsea goalkeeper Robert Sanchez to complete a swift counterattack in the closing seconds of Tuesday’s League…
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