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Ogboni Fouad Oki and Alhaji Liameed Olawale Gafar Barely after four months he was elected as Chairman of Lagos State Football Association, the board members of the state ruling body have suspended Ogboni Fouad Oki over gross misconducts. Out of nine board members, five were in support of Oki suspension, while four are against. The board members led by vice …

Osimhen back from AFCON Better — Di Lorenzo – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Despite Robert Lewandowski breaking the deadlock in a game Barcelona dominated, Osimhen, in his first match back from the AFCON, delivered a decisive response, leveling the score. “Osimhen is a champion and he returned with the right mindset. He will give …

In the aftermath of their recent loss to Dreams FC in the CAF Confederation Cup, tensions rise as Rivers United players clashed with officials over withheld allowances and Estacodes. The decision to slash these benefits comes in the wake of the defeat, with Rivers United players still awaiting their November salaries.   The club reportedly issued a warning, contemplating a …

Racing Genk is facing challenges in bringing back Paul Onuachu to the club due to the high asking price. However, they are reportedly negotiating with Southampton for a potential exchange deal involving Joseph Paintsil and Onuachu. Onuachu himself seems interested in returning to Genk less than a year after joining Southampton in a deal worth €18m. The Genk’s director, Dimitri …

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has issued a passionate call to European football associations to collaborate with FIFA in a united effort to combat racism in the sport. Infantino’s plea comes amid a surge in racist incidents in football, prompting widespread condemnation and calls for action. Read Also: Beyond Limits Advances To Viareggio Cup Final With Victory Over Ojodu City Joining …

Super Eagles coach Jose Peseiro is exploring his options for the upcoming African Cup of Nations (AFCON), considering the inclusion of Kingsley Eduwo after a review by the NFF technical committee. The committee members have advised Peseiro to look into African or Nigerian-based strikers who can provide robust options, especially in physically demanding and tightly contested matches—a quality reminiscent of …

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has made the decision to exclude Nigerian referees from officiating at the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations in Ivory Coast. The announcement was made on Tuesday, as CAF revealed the list of 85 referees selected for a preparatory course ahead of the 2023 AFCON. Notably absent from the list were Nigerian referees, marking another …

Osimhen Rekindles Hope for Napoli – Latest Sports News In Nigeria After being included in the starting eleven by new coach Francesco Calzona, Osimhen’s equalizer nullified Robert Lewandowski’s opener for Barcelona. This marked the Nigerian’s 9th goal in 16 Champions League matches, with 6 goals at home, matching Lorenzo Insigne’s record. His standout performance against …

The senior men’s handball national team, Golden Arrows, has initiated rigorous training in Abuja in preparation for the upcoming 13th Africa Games scheduled to take place in Ghana in March. Following their recent triumph at the President’s Cup during the Africa Handball Nations Cup in Egypt, Golden Arrows will be Nigeria’s sole representative in the handball event at the Africa …

Following his recent knockout win against Finland’s Robert Helenius at the O2 Arena in London Saturday, two-time heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua has confirmed his next match will be against America’s Deontay Wilder. Read Also: NNL Relegation Playoffs: Aluo Praises Kano State Government, Commends Refs, Fans Joshua, during a press conference after his win against Helenius on Saturday, not only confirmed …