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Plymouth Argyle have significantly strengthened their attacking options with the signing of Nigerian striker Muhamed Tijani on a season-long loan from Slavia Prague. The 23-year-old, who turns 24 later this month, joins the English side with a permanent transfer option at the end of his loan spell. Tijani is a product of 36 Lion FC, a renowned Lagos-based club that …

Sudanese giants Al-Merrikh SC have officially signed Super Eagles goalkeeper Olorunleke Ojo. The 27-year-old joins the team on a two-year contract following his release from former Nigerian champions Enyimba FC. The Super Eagles goalkeeper signed a two-year contract. Ojo, who is taking his first professional step abroad, was presented to the media on Tuesday. The experienced goalkeeper is expected to …

The Chairman of the Lagos State Football Association (LSFA), Hajji Gafar Olawale Liameed, has received another round of praise for introducing the innovation of the Ex-internationals Cup. The final took place at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Onikan, Lagos on Sunday, with Henry Nwosu FC winning the cup after defeating Friday Ekpo FC on penalties.Following Sunday’s match, there has been much …

Sultan Adekoya, one of the most enterprising sportsmen at the recent eighth edition of the De-Lad’s Boxing Promotions competition in Lagos, has revealed that he wants to win a gold medal at the 2028 Olympics. Having won more than 80 fights since he began boxing at the age of four, Adekoya believes he is mature enough to aspire to the …

Paris Olympics 2024: Soetan confident Nigerian athletes will excel – Latest Nigeria Sports News Speaking to Brila.net, Soetan highlighted the extensive preparations and successful participation of Nigerian athletes in several high-level competitions leading up to the Olympics. “The athletes are ready. They must have been ready even to get their automatic qualifiers. The standard set …

The maiden edition of the Nigeria Ex-Internationals Cup 2024, organized by the Lagos State Football Association, concluded successfully on Sunday, ending in a blaze of glory at the prestigious Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Lagos. Also read: NFF board member praises Sanwo-Olu and Gafar Liameed for successful FA Cup final In the final match, FC Nwosu defeated FC Ekpo in a thrilling …

NFF must urgently manage Super Eagles crisis – Elumelu – Latest Nigerian Sports News Speaking to Brila.net, Elumelu said delaying the appointment of the Super Eagles’ next coach could cause problems as there will be very little time to familiarize himself with the players before the next FIFA window in September. “I don’t want to …

Nasiru Salihu, a standout player for El-Kanemi Warriors, has been named Most Valuable Player (MVP) of the 2024 Federation President Cup. His outstanding performance in scoring two goals against Abia Warriors was instrumental in leading his team to victory, securing their place in the CAF Confederation Cup. Sali expressed his joy and excitement at the achievement: “I am very happy, …

Amusan ready for Olympics after receiving CAS nod – Latest Nigerian sports news The CAS ruling dismissed appeals by World Athletics and the World Anti-Doping Agency, which had previously led to Amusan’s provisional suspension by the Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) in July 2023 for “whereabouts failures.” Amusan was initially suspended for an infraction, but was …

Coach Bankole Olowookere, head coach of the Flamingos, is gearing up for the U-17 World Cup after securing a ticket to the tournament. He recognizes the difference between playing qualifiers in Africa and competing on the world stage, emphasizing the need for thorough preparation. Read Also: Bankole Olowookere remains positive despite Naija Ratels’ narrow loss to Rivers Angels in Federation …