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Bayer Leverkusen CEO Simon Rofles is optimistic that Victor Boniface will return to his best form at the club. Boniface made an instant impact for the Bundesliga champions at the start of last season following his arrival from Belgian Pro League side Union St Gilloise. The powerful forward scored 16 goals and registered nine assists during the first half of …

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has revealed plans to organise a CAF C coaching course specifically for women. NFF technical director Coach Augustine Eguavoen told nff.com on Thursday that the programme will be conducted in three modules. The first module will run from July 15 to 25, followed by a two-week internship for participants from July 27 to August 7. …

Super Eagles midfielder Wilfred Ndidi has signed a new three-year contract with Premier League club Leicester City. His previous contract expired last month, sparking rumors of his departure. However, Ndidi has decided to stay at the King Power Stadium, rejecting offers from clubs both at home and abroad. “I feel great, I feel happy, I feel at home,” Ndidi told …

When you walk into a casino, you are immediately drawn to the design and architecture. But did you know that all of this aesthetic is designed to get you involved in the game? iGaming expert Aleksandra Maj from KasynoHEX Poland You are familiar with these different techniques and have visited many brick-and-mortar casinos. Casino design and architecture play a crucial …

Hervé Renard has been linked with the vacant coaching position at Nigeria’s Super Eagles. Following the resignation of current Rivers United manager Finidi George, the Eagles are yet to find a new coach. The NFF Executive Committee at a meeting in June announced that an expatriate Technical Advisor will be hired, following the Eagles’ poor qualifying campaign for the 2026 …

Orbih spoke about the importance of early preparation and high-quality facilities provided to athletes during their initial training phase. The BFN initiated training camps for athletes before the Ministry of Sports took over, recognizing the critical need for thorough preparation. “We, as a federation, started campaigning for them before the ministry took over because we knew the importance of preparation,” …

Ahead of the Olympics, Rena Wakama, head coach of Nigeria’s senior women’s national basketball team, D’Tigress, has expressed her confidence in her team. In a chat with the Nigeria Basketball Federation (NBBF), Wakama spoke about the rigorous training his team has been undergoing since arriving at their camp in Germany. In preparation for the 2024 Paris Olympics, scheduled for July …

The atmosphere was electric from the start. Although the competition began without the usual fanfare of an opening ceremony, the anticipation among the 7,500 spectators was palpable. Fans from all over had gathered, their hearts beating in unison for the love of the game. When the kick-off whistle blew, it was clear that this was more than just a tournament; …

NFF Committee Enforces Compliance Over Club-Player Disputes – Latest Sports News in Nigeria In an interview with Brila.net, Popo explained that the clubs are being informed and must comply with these decisions within 45 days, as mandated by FIFA regulations. “The secretary is compiling the decisions to send them to the club. It is very …

Newly signed Lazio midfielder Fisayo Dele-Bashiru says Nigeria’s Super Eagles will make it to the 2026 World Cup despite being winless in their first four qualifying games. Own goal Nigeria.com reports. The Super Eagles are currently fifth in their group, four points behind leaders Rwanda, after drawing 1-1 with South Africa and losing 1-2 to Benin Republic in the last …