Dessers closes in on Rangers exit, PAOK lure striker – Latest sports news in Nigeria Sources indicate that negotiations between Rangers and PAOK are at an advanced stage. Dessers, who joined Rangers from Italian side Cremonese last summer, is reportedly keen on a move to the reigning Greek champions. The 29-year-old Nigerian international, who concluded …
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Remo Stars head coach Daniel Ogumodede has expressed mixed feelings about the recently concluded Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season. Despite leading his team to a commendable second place, Ogumodede admitted that he fell short of his personal goal of topping the league. Reflecting on the campaign, Ogumodede praised his players for their remarkable performance and dedication. “For the group, …
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Ibadan Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) coach Gbenga Ogunbote has confessed that the team’s poor form in away matches ruined their aspirations for a continental berth this season in the Nigerian Professional Football League ( NPFL). Also read: “We are ready, we are ready to go”: Adura Olalehin confirms the preparation of the Nigerian team for the Olympic Games Despite …
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NFF President Assures Support for Futsal and Beach Soccer Committee – Latest Nigeria Sports News During the opening ceremony in Abuja, Gusau highlighted the role of the committee, saying: “The mandate is for the committee to sit down and give us some advice on how we are going to continue to run the league in …
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Bendel Insurance has expressed its dissatisfaction with the outcome of its end-of-season clash with Bayelsa United in the 2023/24 Nigerian Premier Football League season. Also read: Sporting Lagos is relegated to the Second Division 11 months after promotion On Sunday, the visitors shocked Benin Arsenals by winning 2-0 at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin. In the match, Bayelsa United …
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Simba SC close to signing 20-year-old Nigerian midfielder – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Okejepha is scheduled to travel to Tanzania later this week to finalize the move. He is expected to sign a three-year contract with the former Tanzanian champions. The 20-year-old midfielder, who has agreed a personal agreement with Simba SC, has made …
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The President of the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF), Ibrahim Gusau, has strongly appealed to religious authorities to pray for divine intervention to ensure the Super Eagles qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup following a poor start of campaign. Also read: Exclusive interview with Gift Otuonye: Nigeria’s innovative boxing coach prepares team for Paris 2024 Olympics With just three points …
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Sporting Lagos relegated from NPFL in debut season – Latest sports news in Nigeria The team suffered a 1-0 loss to Shooting Stars on Sunday at the Lekan Salami Stadium, with Christian Pyagbara scoring the decisive goal. Finishing 17th on the log, Sporting Lagos accumulated 46 points in 36 matches. They are joined in relegation …
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Cynthia Ogunsemilore, one of Nigeria’s most prominent boxers, is one of those who secured an Olympic ticket and is set to represent the nation in the upcoming Olympic Games. In an exclusive interview with Sports 247 at the Ilaje Resorts training ground, the vibrant and confident Ogunsemilore expressed her determination to perform excellently and return with a gold medal. Read …
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The Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) Disciplinary Committee has dismissed Enyimba’s appeal regarding points dropped in their match against Rangers International. This decision follows Enyimba’s refusal to continue the match after a penalty was awarded to Rangers in the final minutes. The former NPFL champions were fined N2 million by the NPFL, a decision upheld by the NFF. The NFF memo …
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