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Nigerian champions Rangers started their CAF Champions League campaign on a winning note, securing a 1-0 away win against Comoros side US Zilimadjou. The CAF Champions League qualifier was held on Sunday at the Champions Nest in Uyo. The decisive goal came in the 22nd minute, courtesy of Frank Uwumiro, giving Fidelis Ilechukwu’s side an early lead. Rangers coach Daniel …

Presidential Cup winners El-Kanemi Warriors have had to reschedule their CAF Confederation Cup match against Benin’s Dadje FC, according to reports. Originally scheduled for Friday at the Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne, the match will now take place on Saturday, August 17, 2024, at the same venue. Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne. Photo | Genesis Media The reasons for the …

Enyimba FC have officially appointed Yemi Daniel Olanrewaju as their new head coach, with club president Kanu Nwankwo expressing firm confidence in his ability to lead the team to greater success. Olanrewaju, who previously served as an assistant coach for two seasons, signed a one-year contract to take charge of the team. Olanrewaju was a key figure in the team’s …

The three-time African champions have been without a coach since the resignation of Finidi George after taking charge of just two World Cup qualifiers. Ahead of the appointment of a new coach, there has been speculation about the possibility of hiring a foreign coach, with names such as former France women’s national team coach Hervé Renard and Mali national team …

Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) side Kano Pillars have parted ways with head coach Paul Offor. Offor, who was unveiled as the club’s new coach in July 2024 on a two-year contract, replaced Abdul Maikaba. However, in a shocking turn of events, the 35-year-old former Sporting Lagos coach was sacked without managing the team in a single match. The club …

Daniel Aiyenugba, son of former Super Eagles goalkeeper Dele Aiyenugba, has propelled Beyond Limit into the semi-finals of the ongoing Gothia Cup in Sweden. In a thrilling quarter-final match, Beyond Limit faced Right to Dream from Ghana. The match ended in a 1-1 draw after 90 minutes, with Beyond Limit triumphing 8-7 on penalties to secure their spot in the …

NPFL to equip referees with technological devices next season – Latest Nigeria Sports News Speaking at the league’s Annual General Meeting in Abuja, Elegbeleye said the NFF will partner with international bodies to train Nigerian referees on the operation of the video assistant referee. “We have completed the procurement of communication devices that can minimise …

Kano Pillars FC have appointed Paul Offor as their new head coach on a two-year contract. The appointment was announced on Friday. The former Sporting Lagos coach was chosen by Usman Abdallah by the club’s board of directors. Recently, Paul Offor was close to being appointed as the head coach of Enyimba. This appointment is seen as a step forward …

NFF Committee Enforces Compliance Over Club-Player Disputes – Latest Sports News in Nigeria In an interview with Brila.net, Popo explained that the clubs are being informed and must comply with these decisions within 45 days, as mandated by FIFA regulations. “The secretary is compiling the decisions to send them to the club. It is very …

Finidi eyes continental success with Rivers United – Latest Nigeria Sports News Finidi takes over the role after the tenure of acting Chief Ogenyi Evans, who had temporarily replaced Stanley Eguma. The appointment comes after a disappointing season for Rivers United, who finished eighth and missed out on CAF football competition for the first time …