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Bayer Leverkusen manager, Xabi Alonso says Victor Boniface is recovering fast from his injury. Boniface went under the knife in January after sustaining an abductor injury during Nigeria’s preparation for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. The forward is currently recuperating from the injury. Alonso, who praised the Nigeria international for his dedication stated that the striker’s recovery process is …

For the next two months, Greece’s top division football matches will take place behind closed doors, the Greek government has said. This is in an attempt to reduce violence at sporting events within the country. The decision follows violent altercations that occurred during last week’s volleyball match between Olympiakos and Panathinaikos that left a police officer gravely injured. Both sides …

Victor Osimhen will be sidelined for around a month , according to popular orthopedic doctor Matteo Vitali. Osimhen sustained a thigh injury in Nigeria’s 2-2 friendly draw against the Green Falcons of Saudi Arabia last weekend. The 24-year-old missed the subsequent friendly against the Mambas of Mozambique. “I haven’t seen Osimhen, his injury is very common in athletes Ibra also …

Super Eagles international and Rangers defender Leon Balogun has been included in the Scottish Premiership team of the week following his outstanding display at the heart of the defense for Michael Beale’s side. Read Also: Festus Austin Announces Retirement From Football, Takes Rivers United Team Coordinator Role Leon Balogun wasn’t among the goal scorers as goals from Sam Lammers, Danilo, …

Coach Jose Peseiro officially announced his departure from the Nigerian national team on Friday, as revealed in a statement on social media. The seasoned Portuguese coach, who initially mentioned taking a break, bid farewell to his role, triggering speculation about potential successors. Among the candidates being considered for the coveted position is Finidi George, who previously collaborated with Peseiro as …

The CAF African Schools Football Championship (ASFC) kicked off to an exciting start at the Stade Cheikha Ould Boïdiya in Nouakchott, Mauritania this weekend where the WAFU A CAF Zonal Union is currently hosting its CAF African Schools Football Championship qualifiers. Read Also: Ikorodu City Appoints Bright Ozegbagbei As New Manager A first of its kind in global football, the …

Victor Boniface and Nathan Tella’s Bayer Leverkusen could go 10 points clear over Bayern Munich in the Bundesliga this weekend. Bayern Bundesliga title hopes took yet another significant blow as they were forced to a 2-2 draw by Freiburg on Friday night. The struggling champions fell behind on Friday night but turned things around through goals from Mathys Tel and …

During the Web Summit Qatar, former Super Eagles midfielder and Chelsea legend, John Obi Mikel, advocated for Napoli forward Victor Osimhen to consider a move to Stamford Bridge once the transfer window opens. Mikel expressed his belief that Osimhen could be the missing piece in Chelsea’s quest to reclaim their former glory, suggesting that the Nigerian striker is the key …

Napoli Boss Sweats over Osimhen’s Replacement – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Napoli Coach, Rudi Garcia admits Victor Osimhen is a big loss to his side, but expects the team to cope with absence. Osimhen will miss at least four weeks …

Leicester City manager, Enzo Maresca has explained why forward Kelechi Iheanacho was not listed in the weekend’s clash against Plymouth Argyle on Saturday. Iheanacho was a surprise omission from the Foxes’ squad and it was the first time, he’s missed any game this season. The Foxes however didn’t missed the forward as they 4-0 to maintain their league on Championship …