NIGERIA

Poland 2026: Falconets paired with Spain and China in Group F

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Abayomi Ademola Nigeria’s U-20 women’s national team, the Falconets, have been drawn in Group F alongside former champions Spain, China and debutants New Caledonia for the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup 2026. The tournament draw ceremony was held on Friday in Lodz, Poland, setting up what is expected to be a highly competitive group for the seven-time African champions. The …

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Iheanacho reveals timeline for contract negotiations with Celtic

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Celtic striker Kelechi Iheanacho has said a decision will be made on his future after Saturday’s crucial league clash against Hearts. Iheanacho joined the Hoops on a free transfer last summer after breaking ties with Spanish club Sevilla. The Nigerian international signed a one-year deal, with Celtic having the option to extend his deal for a further year. Also read:Kayode …

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Chelle Laments The Poor Quality Of NPFL Games

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Nigeria senior national team coach Eric Chelle has lamented the poor quality of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) matches he has watched in recent days, OwnGoalNigeria.com can exclusively reveal. The coach has been touring the league venues in search of players who will be part of this team for the next Unity Cup tournament in London, and has settled …

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Unity Cup: The 19 foreign players in the Super Eagles team

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Barring a last minute decision, OwnGoalNigeria.com can exclusively reveal the names of 19 players who will be in the Super Eagles squad for the upcoming Unity Cup tournament in London, OwnGoalNigeria.com reports. They will be joined by players from the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) chosen by coach Eric Chelle, after his tour of the league’s venues in Nigeria. Below …

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Onyeka shortlisted for Championship Player of the Month award

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Frank Onyeka has been nominated for the Sky Bet Championship Player of the Month award for April following his impressive performances for Coventry City. completesports.com. The Nigerian midfielder played a key role in the Sky Blues’ promotion to the Premier League by winning the championship title. Onyeka featured in three league games during the month and recorded one assist. Also …

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Amusan wins gold in women’s 1OOm hurdles

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Tobi Amusan successfully defended her women’s 100m hurdles title at the 2026 African Senior Athletics Championships, winning the competition’s first gold medal for Nigeria. His compatriot Adaobi Tabugbo also impressed, posting a strong finish to claim bronze after a brilliant start to the race. Amusan will now turn its attention to Saturday’s Diamond League meeting in China. Also read:Accra 2026: …

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Analysis: Why Eboboritse Uwejamomere will fail as Nigeria U17 coach

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Euphoria hailed the decision of the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) to appoint young UEFA-certified coach, Eboboritse Uwejamomere, as the new coach of the Nigeria Under-17 team. Many football fans were excited by the fact that a young coach with modern ideas is leading the team, a clear departure from the act of recycling coaches for a team that has not …

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