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Troost-Ekong Eyes Quick Return to Action – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Ekong sustained the injury during Nigeria’s group match against Ivory Coast. Despite the setback, he displayed resilience by continuing to play until the final match. Following the conclusion of the competition, the 30 year-old underwent surgery in Finland and has since initiated his …

Super Eagles duo of Wilfred Ndidi and Kelechi Iheanacho were in action as Leicester City held Ipswich Town to a 1-1 draw in Tuesday’s Championship game. Ndidi who making his 20th appearance, has netted two goals and bagged five assists this ongoing season. He was issued a yellow card in the 53rd minute before been replaced by Casadei in the …

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) in a move set to fuel the enthusiasm of football fans nationwide has officially confirmed plans for two international friendly matches featuring the formidable Super Eagles in January. Before the AFCON kickoff on January 13, 2024, the Super Eagles are set to engage in two high-stakes friendly matches. Read Also: NNL Levies Heavy Fines On …

Super Eagles striker Victor Boniface was in action for Bayer Leverkusen who defeated Freiburg 2-1 in Sunday’s Bundesliga game, completesports.com reports. It is now nine league games without defeat for Leverkusen this season, winning eight and drawing one. They usurp Bayern Munich at the top of the log and are on 25 points, just two points above the Bundesliga. Boniface …

Her Network’s highly anticipated second annual Her Summit, which took place on Saturday, September 16, 2023, in Lagos, Nigeria, was undeniably a resounding success. The event, meticulously crafted to inspire and empower progressive women, provided an immersive experience brimming with transformative insights and empowering messages.   In her welcome address, Nkem Onwudiwe, the founder of Her Network and convener, Her …

Coach Randy Waldrum has extended invitations to captain Rasheedat Ajibade, US-based Africa queen Asisat Oshoala and high-riding goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie among a group of 22 players for the two-legged Paris Olympics final qualifying fixture against South Africa next month. Read Also: Sometimes It’s Good, Sometimes It’s Bad”- Ghana Vendor, Victoria Kwei Shares Sales Experience at All African Games Saudi Arabia-based …

Super Falcons head coach Randy Waldrum has extended invitations to captain Rasheedat Ajibade, US-based Africa queen Asisat Oshoala and high-riding goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie among a group of 22 players for the two-legged Paris Olympics final qualifying fixture against South Africa next month. Regulars like Ashleigh Plumptre, Toni Payne, Michelle Alozie, Ifeoma Onumonu and Uchenna Kanu were also included in the …

Manchester City outclassed Manchester United in a Premier League game at Old Trafford, clinching a 3-0 victory over their city rivals. Erling Haaland scored twice, the first through a penalty in the 26th minute when Rasmus Hojlund was penalised for dragging down Rodri following the intervention of the VAR. The Norwegian netted again in the 49th minute as the visitors …

Odion Ighalo scored in Al Wehda’s Saudi Arabia Pro League fixture against Al Riyad SC at the Weekend. Ighalo scored from the penalty spot as his team secured a 3-1 victory.     The forward now a consistent goal-scorer in the Saudi Pro League, has previously played for Al Shabab and Al Hilal. Al Wehda took the lead with Jawad …

Bright Osayi-Samuel Faces Potential Arrest in Turkey – Latest Sports News In Nigeria This development stems from an incident during the match between Trabzonspor and Fenerbahçe on March 17, where Osayi-Samuel and two of his teammates confronted a pitch invader.   According to Turkish sports newspaper Fotospor, the pitch invader, dubbed the ‘knife-wielding joker’, has …