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West Ham files complaint with FIFA against the Democratic Republic of the Congo

West Ham United have lodged a complaint with FIFA after alleging that the Democratic Republic of Congo did not authorize the release of Aaron Wan-Bissaka to return to their club ahead of their FA Cup quarter-final match against Leeds United, nytimes.com reports. The 27-year-old right-back missed his team’s penalty shootout defeat on Sunday after helping the Democratic Republic of the …

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Amiyi Academy FC Thrash IMSU FC in their first anniversary match

Post views: 65 By Silvernews Amiyi Academy FC, Umuaka, celebrated its first anniversary in emphatic fashion on Sunday, April 5, 2026, with a resounding 5-0 victory over IMSU FC, Owerri, in a new football match held at Central School, Umuaka. The anniversary match, attended by a host of football dignitaries and stakeholders, lived up to expectations as Amiyi’s young …

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Ndidi suffers hamstring injury in Istanbul derby

By: Ademola Abayomi Beşiktaş have confirmed that Super Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi suffered a hamstring injury during Sunday’s Istanbul derby against Fenerbahçe. The Nigerian midfielder was sent off in the 85th minute and has since begun treatment with the club’s medical team after an MRI confirmed the injury. Ndidi had previously been booked in the 52nd …

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The real reason Chelle wants a new contract as Super Eagles coach

OwnGoalNigeria.com has revealed the real reason why Nigeria senior national team coach Eric Chelle is demanding a new deal. Chelle still has one year left in his current contract as the team’s coach. Talks about an extension began after leading the team to a third-place finish at the AFCON in January, but not much progress has been made. We have …

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Chisom Chiaha: the silent wall fueling the rise of Barau FC

Post views: 34 In football, some heroes make headlines, while others quietly build the foundations of success. For Barau FC, that silent force is Chisom Chiaha, a goalkeeper whose brilliance has become the backbone of the team’s impressive second stanza in the NPFL. Chisom Chiaha, former Nigerian U-17 and U-20 international, has once again stepped into the spotlight, not …

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FIFA finally authorizes Arthur Okonkwo for Nigeria

FIFA has officially approved Arthur Okonkwo’s international switch, making the Wrexham FC Goalkeeper eligible to represent the Nigeria national football team at senior level. The 24-year-old goalkeeper, born in Camden to Nigerian parents, had previously represented England youth football teams at various levels, including under-18s, during his time at Arsenal FC. Read also: Masai Ujiri welcomes the opportunity to work …

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Maguire signs contract extension with Manchester United

Harry Maguire has signed a new contract that will extend his stay at Manchester United until June 2027, with the option of a further year. The centre-back has made 266 appearances and won the Carabao Cup and Emirates FA Cup since joining the club in 2019. “Representing Manchester United is the ultimate honour. It’s a responsibility that makes me and …

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