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In an exclusive interview with Sports247, President of the Nigerian Amputee Football Federation, Chief Paul Maduakor, extended heartfelt New Year wishes to every Nigerian, underlining the significance of 2024 as a year brimming with activity for amputee football in the country. Expressing his joy at the collective journey into the new year, Maduakor emphasized the ample opportunities awaiting the Nigeria …

Super Falcons: Players Arrive for Banyana Banyana Battle – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Head coach Randy Waldrum, accompanied by Rasheedat Ajibade, Linda Jiwaku, Tochukwu Oluehi, and Jumoke Alani, has already convened the team’s camp.   However, Saudi Arabian-based player Ashleigh Plumptre has withdrawn from the squad, creating a void in the team lineup. In …

Super Eagles and Bayer Leverkusen striker Victor Boniface has been included in the Bundesliga Team of the Month for December. The Team of the Month was compiled and posted on the X handle of whoscored.com. It was a month to remember for Boniface as he continued his impressive goals contribution for Xabi Alonso’s side. The striker netted four goals and …

Victor Osimhen’s injury history has become a major concern for his club, Napoli, as reported by sources in Italy. Since joining the club in 2020, the striker has been sidelined for a total of 55 matches due to various injuries.     This figure is expected to rise to 58 games in the coming days because the 24-year-old is not …

David Stockbrink has resumed full training with his club in Germany. The Nigerian who recently returned to Nigeria to take part in the 2024 Federation cup with Excellent FC of Ughelli, Delta State resumed full training with the German side and is in line for the next League game. Read Also: Inter Lagos Turn Attention On Gateway United In NNL …

Jonathan Afolabi has revealed Terem Moffi advised him to sign for Belgian Jupiler league KV Kortrijk. Afolabi, who is a Nigerian born Irish forward signed for Kortrijk from the Irish Bohemians on Thursday.   The Southampton academy graduate signed for the Belgian side until June 2026, according to a statement on KV Kortrijk’s website. Speaking on his decision to join, …

In an exciting encounter on Matchday Six, Kwara United faced an early scare but made a triumphant comeback to beat Sporting Lagos 2-1 at the Main Bowl of the Kwara State Stadium Complex. Read Also: Nigeria Amputee Football Federation Grieves Tragic Loss of Player Kenneth Oluchi Ukarika, Family As Burial Arrangements Announce The match got off to a sensational start …

The Nationwide League One (NLO) has unveiled /listed teams that qualified from the 2023 NLO Youth League and will lock horns at the inaugural edition of the Super Cup. The 10-day tournament will kick off on Tuesday, September 5 through Saturday, September 16, 2023, in Imo State. The Uboma Secondary School Stadium Complex, Ihitte Uboma in Etiti LGA, Imo State …

Adam Akor’s Goal Drought Extends – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Despite Montpellier’s triumph, Akor’s goalless streak in Ligue 1 extended to his 17th consecutive game. The last time he found the back of the net was during Montpellier’s 3-0 victory against Toulouse on October 29, 2023, where he scored a brace. Since then, Akor …

In a heartfelt New Year’s message, Alhaji Ganiyu Majekodunmi, distinguished board member of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) and chairman of the Ogun State Football Association, extended warm wishes to Nigerian football enthusiasts, Ogun State natives, fellow board members, and supporters who have steadfastly stood by their side. Expressing gratitude for the grace of entering 2024, Majekodunmi underscored the auspicious …