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Nigeria’s national football team, Super Eagles, will begin preparations for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers on September 1. The Super Eagles are scheduled to face the Cheetahs of Benin Republic and Amavubi of Rwanda in crucial qualifying matches. Players are expected to arrive at team camp starting September 1 to begin training for upcoming matches. Nigeria will …

The German Football Association has imposed a one-match ban and a fine of 25,000 euros on Nigerian international striker Victor Boniface, according to a statement issued by Bayer Leverkusen. Boniface made an obscene face at Stuttgart fans when he was substituted during the German Super Cup match, a game in which he scored in the 11th minute but which ended …

As the new season of the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) approaches, Aba-based Enyimba International Football Club is making significant strides to strengthen its squad. The club, known for its rich history and success in Nigerian football, is aiming to regain its status at the top of the league. The latest developments in strengthening Enyimba’s squad, key signings and the …

Mexican club Club América Femenil has announced the signing of Super Falcons star Chidinma Okeke, reports Complete sports.com. Okeke last played for Chinese team Mynavi Sendai. The center back was part of the Super Falcons’ squad for the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris. The 24-year-old featured in all three of Nigeria’s group games as the Super Falcons failed to advance …

The list of players who will represent the Nigeria senior national team in their upcoming AFCON qualifiers against Benin Republic and Rwanda respectively is expected to be made public next week, OwnGoalNigeria.com reports. The Super Eagles will begin their quest to qualify for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations with a home game against Benin Republic on September 7 before …

Nigeria’s U-18 women’s handball team suffered a heavy 33-14 defeat against Austria in the President’s Cup in IHF Women’s U18 World Championship in Chuzhou, China, on Tuesday. Also Read: CAFWCL: 90 minutes into history as Edo Queens knock out their last ticket in WAFU B The Nigerian team, led by coach Shittu Adewunmi Agboola, struggled throughout the match, failing to …

Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye has signed a contract extension with Udinese, the Serie A club announced on Okoye has been linked with moves to Inter Milan and Torino this summer, but a new contract would end speculation surrounding his future. “Still together, more than ever. “Udinese Calcio and Maduka Okoye have renewed the contract that will keep the Nigerian …

Cole Palmer has been named the Professional Football Association (PFA) Young Player of the Year following his outstanding season with Chelsea. The PFA announced Palmer as the recipient of the award on its website on Tuesday. Palmer won the award ahead of Arsenal star Bukayo Saka and Manchester United duo Kobbie Mainoo and Alejandro Garnacho. Palmer has claimed the award …

  Several tennis players have reacted angrily after world number one Jannik Sinner was cleared of charges after twice testing positive for the banned substance clostebol. Jannik Sinner tested positive twice for a banned substance in March and was stripped of prize money and points earned at the Indian Wells tournament, but will not be suspended after an independent tribunal …

Ebenezer Akinsanmiro made his debut over the weekend for Italian club, Sampdoria. The Inter Milan midfielder joined Sampdoria, who are in Italy’s lower division, this summer. In his debut, Sampdoria settled for a 2-2 draw against Frosinone, however, coach Andrea Pirlo was not satisfied with Akinsanmiro’s performance. Sampdoria coach Andrea Pirlo. (Photo by Simone Arveda/Getty Images) The 19-year-old played for …