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Atalanta to discuss Lookman’s future

Italian club Atalanta will deliberate on the future of their star striker Ademola Lookman following a lucrative offer from Saudi Arabia’s Al Ittihad. The 26-year-old striker has attracted significant interest from Premier League giants Liverpool, Manchester United and Chelsea. Now, the Saudi Pro League club has joined the chase, expressing its desire to negotiate a deal. Italian news outlet TuttoMercatoWeb …

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NFF- The minister prevented us from criticizing Osimhen’s ban for the verbal attack on Finidi

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) says the decision not to expel Victor Osimhen from the Super Eagles was influenced by Sports Minister Senator John Enoh. OwngoalNigeria.com reports. Osimhen lashed out at former team coach Finidi George in response to reports that the coach questioned his commitment to the team, after he withdrew from the World Cup qualifying matches against South …

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Maduka Okoye reflects on his journey to becoming Udinese’s first-choice goalkeeper

Super Eagles‘Goalkeeper Maduka Okoye has spoken about his remarkable journey to becoming the first-choice goalkeeper for Udinese, one of Italy’s top Serie A clubs. In an exclusive interview with Oma Sports TV, Okoye shared his experiences and the challenges he overcame to secure his place in the starting lineup. Also read: Bayelsa State Government is committed to the development of …

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Nigerian wrestlers begin Olympic training in Germany

The Nigeria Wrestling Federation (NWF) has announced that training of its overseas wrestlers for the 2024 Paris Olympics will begin on Monday in Saarbrucken, Germany. NWF President Daniel Igali shared this information with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) yesterday in Ibadan, stating that the overseas training will follow the current local camp in Yenagoa which concludes on Sunday. Credit: …

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Osimhen can’t attack a foreigner like he did with Finidi: Former Super Eagles right-back calls for foreign coach

The call for a foreigner to take over as coach of the Nigerian national team has received backing from a former player of the national team, OwnGoalNigeria.com reports. The Super Eagles have been without a senior coach since the departure of Finidi George from the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), and also announced that they will hire an expatriate coach to …

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Funmilola Oyewole talks growth and inclusion at Milo Schools Basketball Championship

Funmilola Oyewole, Sports Marketing Manager at Milo Beverages, discussed the growth and inclusion of the Milo National School Basketball Championship. Speaking at the Basketball Hall of the Surulere National Stadium, where the finals of the competition took place on Friday, Oyewole stressed that this important grassroots event has successfully brought together participants from all over Nigeria. Read also: BREAKING NEWS: …

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Skriniar: We will torment England

Slovakia captain Milan Skriniar is relishing the chance to “torment” England and has declared his team superior. At Friday’s press conference, Skriniar exposed England’s vulnerabilities and emphasized Slovakia’s confidence ahead of their last-16 showdown on Sunday. England will face a Slovakia side that advanced from the group stages of Euro 2024 as one of the best third-placed teams. An opening …

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Eto’o takes legal action against CAF

Eto’o takes legal action against CAF – Latest Sports News In Nigeria The former Indomitable Lions attacker appeared before a panel on Wednesday after being charged with several crimes. The governing body of continental football has yet to issue a statement on the result, but Eto’o has opted to seek redress in court. “I have …

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The growth of referees is critical to Nigeria’s sporting development and international recognition ~ Governor Diri

Governor Douye Diri of Bayelsa State has highlighted the pivotal role of referees in advancing Nigerian football towards international recognition. Speaking at the 2024 Nigerian Football Referees Association Annual General Meeting in Yenagoa, the governor, represented by Honorable Daniel Igali, Commissioner for Sports Development, highlighted the need for fair and professional refereeing. Read also: CAF reveals key details for 2024/25 …

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NFF announces ticket prices for President Federation Cup final

Tickets for Saturday’s President’s Cup men’s and women’s final matches are already on sale for the sum of N200 and N2,000 each. Tickets are being sold online. While tickets for the popular side cost N200, VIP tickets are sold at N2,000 each. Read also: Copa Presidente Federación: teams prepare for official training sessions on Friday In Saturday’s grand final at …

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