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Nigerian striker Nathan Tella has shared his disappointment at being released by Arsenal early in his career. Tella spent a decade at Arsenal’s Hale End academy, growing up alongside rising stars such as Reiss Nelson and Emile Smith Rowe.       While Nelson and Smith Rowe progressed to the Arsenal senior team, Tella was released at 17, leaving him …

Nigeria’s Super Falcons return to women’s tournament Olympic A football tournament with a certain fear factor for all opponents, and Brazil are first to face the girls with swagger in what promises to be an explosive Group C opener in the city of Bordeaux on Thursday night. Read also: Jide Oguntuase says only NPFL players can help Nigeria qualify for …

AS Monaco have signed 17-year-old Nigerian striker George Ilenikhena from Belgian Pro League side Royal Antwerp. Ilenikhena, who joined Antwerp from Amiens SC last summer, is known for his outstanding performances and potential. Ilenikhena was born in Lagos, Nigeria, but moved to France at a young age and grew up in Antony, Hauts-de-Seine. He progressed through the youth ranks of …

Nigeria’s D’Tigress will take on Japan in their final warm-up match ahead of the 2024 Olympics. Coach Rena Wakama’s team is looking to bounce back after losses in its first two friendlies, losing 77-63 to Germany and 70-62 to Serbia. This match against Japan represents a crucial opportunity for D’Tigress to secure a morale-boosting victory ahead of their trip to …

Nigerian boxers Cynthia Ogunsemilore and Adams Olaore have landed in Paris, France, ready to compete at the 2024 Olympic Games. Read also: Nwali triumphs in first Ultimate Scrabble match Olaore will compete in the men’s heavyweight division (92kg), while Ogunsemilore will vie for honours in the women’s category (60kg). His arrival in Paris marks the start of an important journey …

Nigerian boxer Dolapo Omole has expressed his disappointment after a knee injury forced him to withdraw from the 2024 Paris Olympics. Omole won a gold medal in Senegal during the qualifiers and is considered a strong contender for the Nigerian team. “I am depressed and I hope to get up stronger because I am in a very bad state. The …

Nasarawa State Governor Engineer Abdullahi Sule has dissolved the management team of Nasarawa United Football Club, previously led by Dr Othman Ahmed Ibrahim. Read also: Kwara Utd appoints Unilorin graduate Olatunbosun Abayomi as new psychologist The announcement was made by the Deputy Governor, Dr. Emmanuel Agbadu Akabe, after a high-level meeting held at his temporary office in Lafia, the state …

Victor Osimhen is reportedly considering staying at Napoli while talks over a possible transfer to Paris Saint-Germain have cooled. According to French sources, the deal depends on several factors beyond Osimhen’s release clause of around 130 million euros. PSG have yet to find buyers for Kolo Muani and Gonçalo Ramos, complicating any potential move for the Nigerian striker. PSG are …

The Chairman of the Lagos State Football Association (LSFA), Hajji Gafar Olawale Liameed The Lagos State Football Association has added to its success stories by ensuring the implementation of the MoU signed with the Nigerian Institute of Sports, on the certification of coaches who do not have the prerequisites and qualifications needed to obtain a state FA license. Read also: …

Mowe’s Best Talent FC has been crowned champion of the first edition of the GreenLock summer pre-season football tournament held in Rowing stars Stadium, Ikenne, Ogun State defeated Green Lock FC 2-0. Read also: Adekitan Oluwajowanloju aspires to a career in journalism, urges parents to support children with sporting talent Both goals in either half of the match were scored …