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NPFL: Remo Stars signs 15 new players

Remo Stars Football Club has confirmed the signing of 15 new players ahead of the 2024/2025 Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) season. New players include duo ThankGod Ikeagwu and Ismael Souley, who joined from Kwara United; Chiemeka Nwokeji, who joined from Sporting Lagos, Alex Oyowah (Rivers United), Faisal Sani (Kano Pillars), Ifeanyi Anaemena (Abia Warriors) and Shuaib Ibrahim (AS Police). …

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Tanimu Benjamin joins Crawley Town

English League One club Crawley Town have secured the signing of Super Eagles defender Tanimu Benjamin from Tanzanian side Singida Black Stars. The 22-year-old defender completed his transfer after the two clubs agreed a deal worth an estimated $850,000. Benjamin has signed a contract with Crawley Town that runs until the summer of 2026, with the option to extend for …

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Labbadia reverses course, steps down as Super Eagles coach

Less than four days after Bruno Labbadia was announced as the new coach of Nigeria’s Super Eagles, the German has resigned. Labbadia, who was due to lead the Nigerian national team into their next matches against Benin Republic and Rwanda in the coming days, has now turned down the chance to coach the team. Ripples Nigeria had reported on Tuesday, …

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Morocco 2025: Eguavoen to lead Eagles as German tax laws ruin NFF-Labbadia deal

Strict regulations from the German tax authorities have conspired to abort the agreement between the two parties. Nigerian Football Federation and coach Bruno Labbadia for the latter to jump on board as head coach of Nigeria’s senior men’s team, Super Eagles. Read also: National Youth Games: Governor Sanwo-Olu ensures top-notch welfare for Lagos U-15 team in zonal elimination “We have …

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Why we can’t secure Labbadia as Super Eagles coach —NFF

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has revealed the reasons why the process to secure Bruno Labbadia as Super Eagles coach failed despite an official announcement. Ripples Nigeria recalls that the NFF announced on Tuesday that the services of Labbadia had been secured as the new national team boss. However reports on Friday revealed that a deal had not been reached, …

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Onyeka joins Bundesliga side Augsburg on loan

Frank Onyeka has completed his loan move to Bundesliga club Augsburg, according to reports Complete sports.com. The measure is subject to international authorization. “Frank has been an important player during our last three seasons in the Premier League,” Brentford head coach Thomas Frank told official club website. “He has been a huge part of our success and I can’t praise …

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John Noble extends his stay in Tanzania and joins John Fountain Gate FC

Nigerian goalkeeper John Noble has officially signed for Fountain Gate FC, leaving Tabora United ahead of next season. Noble was introduced to Fountain Gate fans on Thursday after signing a one-year contract, which includes an option for an additional year. Following the presentation, Noble shared the news on social media: “New home, new adventure.” He spent last season at Tabora …

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Betting on the Premier League: A love story between South Africans

– Continue reading after the announcement – Let’s talk about something we all know and love: the Premier League. If you’re in South Africa, you know that the Premier League isn’t just a football league, but a way of life. Whether you’re screaming in front of the TV or staring at your betting slip, there’s something about the EPL that …

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Osimhen departs for Saudi Arabia as Al Ahli reach blockbuster deal with Napoli

Premier League club Chelsea are likely to miss out on signing Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen after his Italian club Napoli reached a huge transfer agreement with Saudi Arabian side Al Ahli worth €80 million. According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, Chelsea have been tracking the Nigeria international all summer and are ready to bring in the 25-year-old on loan …

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Paris 2024 Paralympics: Mariam Bolaji aims for a medal after claiming her second victory in women’s badminton SL3

Nigeria’s Mariam Bolaji showed her remarkable talent in the women’s singles SL3 category at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Gamesdecisively triumphing over Australian Céline Vinot in the group stage – Group B. Bolaji, who has been a standout athlete in this year’s competition, defeated Vinot in straight sets, 21-8, 21-14, in a match that showcased her exceptional skill and determination. Read …

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