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President Bola Tinubu congratulated the Super Falcons of Nigeria for their victory at the 2024 African Nations Cup, ensuring their tenth continental title. President Tinubu in a statement by his spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, said: “The spectacular performance of the super Falcons tonight in Rabat, who comes from behind to beat a slight Moroccan side that plays in front of a …

D’IVress Nigeria dominated Rwanda 92-45 in their Group D match at the FIBA Afrobasket tournament held in Abidjan, Ivory Coast on Saturday. Five Nigerian players scored a double number, with Elizabeth Balogun led a fee with 18 points. Victoria Maculay also returned to the squad, contributing 13 points. Also read: D’Irdress Now the Eighth Best Team in the World D’W …

Nigeria swept away a tenth African woman from the Nations Cup title on Saturday evening after a 3-2 defeat for Morocco guests in a final full of dramas in Rabat. The Lionesses of Atlas Del Morocco had the Olympique de Rabat in all capacity that was heavily breathed after a superlative opening performance that saw them take an advantage of …

Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) has officially announced the appointment of Adepoju Samuel Tobi as the new sports director of the club, marking an important step forward in his long -term vision for structural growth and excellence in football. The appointment of Adepoju, who is believed to be the youngest sports director in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), is …

In the two-part game, Super Falcons Nigeria made an extraordinary turnover when they came from two goals and below to seal the extraordinary 3-2 victory over Morocco in the Saturday final. Nigerian women, who want to secure the 10th African nations (Wafcon), are 2-0 behind in the first round but scored three goals in the thrilling second half. Esther Okoronkwo …

The ascent football talent onunkwo chukwuebuka Jr. John has expressed his intention to follow a professional football career after being named a more valuable player (MVP) in the football challenge of the Daniel Oreoluwa Adebiyi Foundation (DOA) 2025. John, who also claimed the MVP title in the 2024 edition, scored two goals during this year’s tournament, further solidifying his reputation …

Nottingham Forest striker Taiwo Awoniyi has been dealt a significant blow as he will miss the upcoming 2023 African Cup of Nations (AFCON) after undergoing surgery for a persistent groin injury. Read Also: Ardova Handball Premier League 2023: Niger United Suffer Defeat On Day 9 The 26-year-old, who suffered the initial setback during the 2023/24 Premier League season, aggravated the …

As the Super Falcons prepare for a crucial confrontation against the Moroccan hosts in the 2025 final Women’s African Nations Cup (WAFCON)President of the Ogun State Football Association, Alhaji Ganiyu Majakodunmi, has applauded Governor Dapo Abiodun for his firm support for the Nigerian women’s national team. Speaking before the very expected final game, Majakodunmi praised the constant support of Governor …

The former Super Falcons goalkeeper, Racheal Ayegba, has made support in the Morocco Home in the Final of the Women’s Africa Cup on Saturday. While the Super Falcons are pointing to a tenth Wafcon title, Morocco is considering its first continental title. Before today’s meeting, Ayeggba, who won the Wafcon in 2006 and was in the 2007 FIFA World Cup, …

Joe Aribo is open to leave Southampton after the descent of the Premier League club last season. It was the second descent of Aribo of the Premier League, and the player is now looking for a movement in which he can play first level football and obtain a regular game time. The newly promoted Turkish side Göztepe, RB Leipzig, Trabzonspor …