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Firsttouch FC will have to navigate the playoffs for a place in the round of 16 of the RAK/BDFA League after finishing third in the group stage of the Ojo Zona 2 competition. The subsidiary finished its five-game group stage with three wins and two losses, adding nine points out of a possible 15. They scored 10 goals and conceded …

Rising Bayern Munich left back Richard Ajayi will not be part of the Nigeria U23 squad for the upcoming camp ahead of the start of preparations for the Olympic Games in Los Angeles, OwnGoalNigeria.com reports. Nigeria has missed two consecutive editions of the Olympic football event and wants to stop the losing streak, hence the decision to appoint the coach …

Smart City FC attacking prospect Lawal Muiz has intensified his personal training program ahead of the new Nigerian National League (NNL) season, with the youngster determined to translate his attacking skills and qualities into consistent performances for the Lagos club. Muiz, considered an exciting player for his dribbling ability, creativity and eye for goal, said his main priorities ahead of …

Gary Neville has revealed his prediction for the first major derby of the Premier League season when Manchester United host Manchester City at Old Trafford. Michael Carrick’s side have had a rocky start to the season after losing a surprise 2-0 defeat to Hull City on the opening day of the season. The Red Devils bounced back with a comprehensive …

Post views: 34 By Wakawaka Sports The president of Smart City FC, the Hon. Adeboye Anthony Adeyinka, has expressed confidence in the club’s preparation for the 2026/27 Nigeria National League (NNL) season, assuring that the Lagos-based team is ready to compete vigorously for success. Adeyinka, who is also Senior Special Assistant to the President on Grassroots Sports Development, said …

By Russ Hobson Global News Posted September 11, 2026 23:53 1 minute reading Reduce the font size of the article Increase the font size of articles The Winnipeg Goldeyes’ season came to a stunning conclusion on Friday night at Blue Cross Park. The Goldeyes blew a two-run lead in the ninth inning in a 6-5 loss in Game 2 to …

Newly invited Nigerian international striker George Ilenikhena made another statement in the Saudi Premier League for Al Ittihad in their 3-1 win over Al Faisaly, OwnGoalNigeria.com reports. The 20-year-old, who joined the Saudi side in January from Ligue 1 side Monaco, has been one of the league’s best strikers this season with four goals in six league games. In all …

The Nigerian Flamingos continued preparations for their next assignment with a comfortable 3-0 victory over Generation Next Queens in an 80-minute training match. The match provided the U-17 women’s national team with another opportunity to test their preparation, evaluate their options and develop their match acumen ahead of their competitive commitments. The Flamencos got off to a good start and …

Post views: 134 By Wakawaka Sports Former Kwara United coach, Abdullahi Usman Biffo, has charged G Innovation FC players to remain focused and committed as they prepare for Sunday’s Lagos State Mini Football Association final against Larry FC. Biffo, speaking to the players ahead of the eagerly awaited final, urged them to take their personal development seriously by combining …

Juan Iglesias scored a late header to give Sevilla a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Valencia at the Ramón Sánchez-Pizjuán in Friday’s La Liga clash. Nigerian international Chidera Ejuke was involved in the match when he came on in the 63rd minute in his fifth league appearance this season. Before the clash against Valencia, which was without the injured Umar Sadiq, …