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The Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) is proud to announce the launch of the NFF monthly awards, which recognize outstanding performances by Nigerian football players in various leagues including the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL). AimHonoring the brilliance, dedication and passion of Nigerian football players and celebrating the best players who leave their mark on the field. Also read: TotalEnergies 2024 …

– Continue reading after the ad – The interim coach of the Nigerian senior team, Austine Eguavoen, was on the verge of leaving his position as technical director of the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF), according to an ESPN report written by prominent Nigerian journalist Colin Udoh. In his article on the reason why the NFF appointed Eguavoen as interim coach …

Galatasaray have confirmed that their striker Victor Osimhen suffered a strain and hemorrhage to his left upper back muscle during the week seven match against Kasımpaşa in the Trendyol Super League. The injury occurred towards the end of the first half, causing Osimhen to request a substitution. He had put in a stellar performance, scoring two goals to give Galatasaray …

– Continue reading after the ad – Josh Maja is not considering a return to the Nigerian senior team despite his near-perfect start to the season with West Brom in the English Championship, reports OwnGoalNigeria.com. Maja has found the back of the net seven times in as many games this season, demonstrating his return to full fitness after missing most …

Manchester City returned to winning ways in the UEFA Champions League as they secured a 4-0 win over Slovan Bratislava on Tuesday night. Pep Guardiola’s side started their continental campaign with a goalless draw against Inter Milan two weeks ago. Ilkay Gundogan opened the scoring when he scored his first goal on his City return with a deflected shot in …

In a shocking turn of events, the Ekiti State Council of Football Referees is embroiled in controversy after allegations emerged that the acting chairman, Onilearo Kayode, and secretary, Adegoke Olusola, fraudulently registered a male referee for a position intended for a female referee. This act of misconduct has prompted calls for a thorough investigation and appropriate sanctions. According to available …

Stanley Nwabali has named Mamelodi Sundowns’ Rowen Williams the best goalkeeper in the world. Williams is among the goalkeepers nominated for the Ballon d’Or. The 32-year-old had a stellar campaign with Mamelodi Sundowns last season. The goalkeeper played a total of 46 games, conceding 19 goals and keeping a clean sheet 30 times for the Brazilians. Also read:Lookman is the …

1 Super Eagles interim coach Austin Eguavoen has addressed the misconception surrounding his involvement with the national team, clarifying that while this is technically his fourth stint, the length of his previous tenures have often been brief. Eguavoen’s first spell as Super Eagles coach came between 2006 and 2007, followed by a short-term position in 2010 and again in 2022. …

– Continue reading after the ad – Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) technical committee member Victor Ikpeba has given a fair insight into the managerial situation of the Nigeria senior team ahead of the AFCON qualifiers against Libya, reports OwnGoalNigeria.com. Eguavoen has extended his mandate as coach of the team on an interim basis for the matches against Libya on October …

On the occasion of the 64th anniversary of Nigeria’s independence, Alhaji Ganiyu Majekodunmi, President of the Ogun State Football Association and Member of the Executive Board of the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF), shared a heartfelt message that resonated across the country , reports sports247. Although he did not speak from a podium, his words reached millions of people through various …