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Remo Stars head coach Daniel Ogumodede has expressed mixed feelings about the recently concluded Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season. Despite leading his team to a commendable second place, Ogumodede admitted that he fell short of his personal goal of topping the league. Reflecting on the campaign, Ogumodede praised his players for their remarkable performance and dedication. “For the group, …

Former Nigeria senior national team coach Jose Peseiro is not interested in returning as coach of the team following the departure of Finidi George. OwnGoalNigeria.com reports. Peseiro led the team to the final of the African Cup of Nations, where they were defeated 1-2 by the host Ivory Coast. It was his best run since he won the trophy in …

Ibadan Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) coach Gbenga Ogunbote has confessed that the team’s poor form in away matches ruined their aspirations for a continental berth this season in the Nigerian Professional Football League ( NPFL). Also read: “We are ready, we are ready to go”: Adura Olalehin confirms the preparation of the Nigerian team for the Olympic Games Despite …

Inter Miami superstar Lionel Messi has revealed that God has been the reason behind his football success. The Argentine made it known when talking about his football talent. The 37-year-old, who is currently with Argentina at the Copa América in the United States, said podcaster Juan Pablo Varsky who has tried to make the most of the gift they gave …

NFF President Assures Support for Futsal and Beach Soccer Committee – Latest Nigeria Sports News During the opening ceremony in Abuja, Gusau highlighted the role of the committee, saying: “The mandate is for the committee to sit down and give us some advice on how we are going to continue to run the league in …

The Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) begins the search for a new coach for the Nigeria senior team following the departure of Finidi George, with a lot expected to happen later this week. A statement from the NFF said they will be looking for an expatriate coach to lead the team in the next round of international games in September, and …

Bendel Insurance has expressed its dissatisfaction with the outcome of its end-of-season clash with Bayelsa United in the 2023/24 Nigerian Premier Football League season. Also read: Sporting Lagos is relegated to the Second Division 11 months after promotion On Sunday, the visitors shocked Benin Arsenals by winning 2-0 at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin. In the match, Bayelsa United …

Luka Modric’s goal could not give Croatia automatic qualification to the last 16 as a late equalizer helped Italy finish as group B runners-up. Croatia led Italy 1-0 from the 55th minute after Modric scored within seconds after his penalty was saved by Gianluigi Donnarumma. After losing their first match to Spain and being held to a draw by Albania …

French side Paris Saint-Germain of D1 Arkema are actively pursuing Juventus midfielder Jennifer Echegini. Echegini joined Juventus in January after breaking ties with American team Florida State Seminoles. However, the Nigerian international is looking to move away from the Bianconeri after spending just six months at the club. The 23-year-old has already notified Juventus of his decision to leave this …

Simba SC close to signing 20-year-old Nigerian midfielder – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Okejepha is scheduled to travel to Tanzania later this week to finalize the move. He is expected to sign a three-year contract with the former Tanzanian champions. The 20-year-old midfielder, who has agreed a personal agreement with Simba SC, has made …