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Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye was brilliant as the Nigerian team drew 2-2 with World Cup-bound Poland in an international friendly on Wednesday night. Okoye put on an impressive display, denying many of Poland’s stars, led by Ballon d’Or winner Robert Lewandowski. The Nigerian team, led by Wilfred Ndidi under the management of Eric Chelle, controlled more of the ball …

A Przemyslaw Wisniewski goal in added time allowed Poland to force the Nigerian Super Eagles to a 2-2 draw in Wednesday’s international friendly match in Warsaw. The Super Eagles were on the verge of achieving two consecutive victories against Poland, thanks to goals from Moffi and substitute Paul Onuachu. But with just seconds left in the game, Wisniewski volleyed a …

The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be unlike any tournament football fans have ever witnessed before. With the competition expanding to 48 teams for the first time and being organized in the United States, Canada and Mexico, soccer lawmakers have introduced a series of rule changes that could significantly alter the way the game is played. The International Football Association …

Abayomi Ademola Newcastle United have entered the race to sign Nigerian youngster Zadok Yohanna, despite Brighton & Hove Albion already having an agreement with the player, according to transfer expert Florian Plettenberg in X. Plettenberg reported that Newcastle’s interest in the 18-year-old winger is concrete and that the Premier League club is actively monitoring the situation. However, Brighton remain firmly …

Hellas Verona defender Daniel Oyegoke was a sure candidate for a late call-up to the Nigerian senior team for the upcoming friendlies against Poland and Portugal respectively, OwnGoalNigeria.com can exclusively reveal. Coach Eric Chelle was forced to look at options after a host of guest players withdrew from the game, including the team’s only right back, Bright Osayi-Samuel. His retirement …

Chelsea are willing to sell Marc Cucurella this summer as long as their valuation is met, according to talkSPORT. The 27-year-old left-back has three years left on his contract, having signed new terms last year, and is understood to be open to a move away from Stamford Bridge this summer. Atletico Madrid view Cucurella as a top target and are …

Former two-time world heavyweight champion, Antonio Joshua has sent a warning to the heavyweight division, stating that he is mentally and physically stronger than ever. This came to light as he prepares for his long-awaited return to the ring against Albanian knockout artist Kristian Prenga in Saudi Arabia later this month. With a highly successful confrontation against lifelong rival, Tyson …

Abayomi Ademola Ghana’s preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup suffered another setback when the Black Stars drew 1-1 with Wales in an international friendly at Cardiff City Stadium on Saturday, extending their winless streak to four matches. The Black Stars looked set to give new coach Carlos Queiroz a winning start after substitute Caleb Yirenkyi broke the deadlock midway …

As part of the activities that mark the current year World Table Tennis Day, Ping Pong Africa has trained more than 50 primary school students in Lagos, introducing them to the fundamentals of table tennis and promoting the benefits of the sport among young students. The training program, held in Wright Memorial Elementary School and Wesley Memorial Elementary School in …

Nigeria successfully defended the title of the Unity Cup friendly tournament with a comprehensive 3-0 victory over Jamaica in the final played on Saturday in London. Coach Eric Chelle was without his regulars and used the tournament to give fringe and new players a chance to make a good impression, which will subsequently give them more opportunities. In goal, Arthur …