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PSG are interested in Super Falcons midfielder Echegini

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 …

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Simba SC close to signing 20-year-old Nigerian midfielder

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 …

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The Flamingos are set for a tough group game in the U-17 World Cup final

The Nigerian Flamingos have been placed in Group A alongside hosts Dominican Republic, Ecuador and New Zealand for the 2024 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. The tournament draw took place at the Fray Anton de Montesinos Monument in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic over the weekend. Defending champion Spain is in Group B with the United States, South Korea and Colombia. …

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Revealed: How the NFF pitted Osimhen against Super Eagles coach Finidi

Many saw the Finidi Vs Osimhen saga as another disagreement between player and coach that will fade with time. For some, this is the perfect occasion for the NFF to trample on the indiscipline among the national team players by harshly attacking Victor Osimhen. This writer knows Victor Osimhen very well. I worked with him for almost two years as …

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Qualifier for the 2026 World Cup: Gusau seeks spiritual help for the Super Eagles

The President of the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF), Ibrahim Gusau, has strongly appealed to religious authorities to pray for divine intervention to ensure the Super Eagles qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup following a poor start of campaign. Also read: Exclusive interview with Gift Otuonye: Nigeria’s innovative boxing coach prepares team for Paris 2024 Olympics With just three points …

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Ilechukwu: Rangers will win more laurels next season

Rangers head coach Fidelis Ilechukwu is optimistic that the Flying Antelopes will win more laurels next season. The Enugu club is still in good spirits after clinching the 2023/24 Nigerian Premier Football League title. Rangers defeated Gombe United 2-1 in their final match of the campaign at the New Jos Stadium on Sunday. Read also:Euro 2024: I take responsibility for …

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Sporting Lagos relegated from the NPFL in their debut season

Sporting Lagos relegated from NPFL in debut season – Latest sports news in Nigeria The team suffered a 1-0 loss to Shooting Stars on Sunday at the Lekan Salami Stadium, with Christian Pyagbara scoring the decisive goal. Finishing 17th on the log, Sporting Lagos accumulated 46 points in 36 matches. They are joined in relegation …

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NFF urges incoming Super Eagles coach to explore foreign-born Nigerian players and avoid NPFL quota

In a bid to boost fading hopes of Nigeria’s senior national team qualifying for the 2026 world cup, the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) has called on everyone to roll up their sleeves. OwnGoalNigeria.com reports. The Super Eagles sit fifth in their group, four points behind leaders Rwanda after recent results in the qualifiers, where they drew 1-1 against South Africa …

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Nigerian boxer Cynthia Ogunsemilore aims for Olympic gold

Cynthia Ogunsemilore, one of Nigeria’s most prominent boxers, is one of those who secured an Olympic ticket and is set to represent the nation in the upcoming Olympic Games. In an exclusive interview with Sports 247 at the Ilaje Resorts training ground, the vibrant and confident Ogunsemilore expressed her determination to perform excellently and return with a gold medal. Read …

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