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For five days, Nigeria’s commercial nerve center, Lagos, will be on the world map when the WTT Contender Lagos plays at the Molade Okoya-Thomas Hall at the Teslim Balogun Stadium. The tournament that has continued to attract quality players from around the world is the first WTT Series in Sub-Saharan Africa and one of the most exciting Contender events on …

Ardan Guker scored a sublime goal as Turkiye began their Euro 2024 campaign on a winning note after beating Georgia 3-1 on Tuesday. Turkiye opened the scoring in the 25th minute with a spectacular shot by Mert Müldür from 20 meters to the delight of the fans in the stadium. The team extended its lead in the 27th minute, but …

The Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) has drawn up a list of three foreign coaches who are likely to get the nod to replace Finidi George as head coach of the Nigeria senior team. OwnGoalNigeria.com can exclusively reveal. Finidi was relieved of his job as head coach of the Nigerian national team after the team’s poor performance in the 2026 world …

Rangers International FC Enugu have been declared champions of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) for the 2024 season, marking their eighth title in the club’s illustrious history. This victory comes ahead of schedule, with one game still left to play, a testament to their dominant performance throughout the season. The Flying Antelopes secured their championship after their closest rivals, …

Malmo FF asks about Uzoho – Latest sports news in Nigeria According to multiple reports, Malmo has investigated the 25-year-old’s availability. Uzoho is currently signed to Cypriot First Division club Omonia Nicosia, where he has three years left on his contract. Malmo are keen to secure Uzoho’s services this summer and could soon begin transfer …

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) will in the coming days charge Nigeria senior national team forward Victor Osimhen with inappropriate conduct for his verbal attack on Nigeria senior national team coach Finidi George. OwnGoalNigeria.com can exclusively reveal. Finidi who was the team coach until Friday When he submitted his resignation letter following the NFF’s announcement that it would appoint an …

Super Eagles winger Chidera Ejuke has signed for Spanish club Sevilla on a three-year deal. The 26-year-old winger joined García Pimienta’s squad on a free transfer after his contract with Russian club CSKA Moscow expired. Ejuke spent the last two seasons on loan at Bundesliga side Hertha Berlin and Belgian Pro League side Royal Antwerp. While defending Hertha Berlin, he …

Former Eagles goalkeeper Idah Peterside has described Victor Osimhen’s outburst on social media as “irresponsible” and “disrespectful” to Nigerian football. Also read: The WAFA League announces venue and dates for Super 8 matches On Saturday, a false report surfaced on social media where Finidi George had questioned Osimhen’s comment during the National Anthem, the Napoli Hitman did not take it …

Slovakia achieved one of the most significant upsets in European Championship history by beating Belgium in Group E on Monday. Belgium, ranked third in the world and favorites to lead Group E before the match, are now trailing after a wasteful performance in Frankfurt, coupled with controversial refereeing decisions. Chances came and went and Romelu Lukaku squandered several chances before …

Osimhen’s recent outburst on social media, where he attacked and abused former Nigerian international Finidi George, has cast a shadow over his career. Finidi George with Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen. Photo | NFF This incident is not the first of its kind; Previously, he insulted Nigerian journalists and another legend of the game, Victor Ikpeba, for analyzing his game. …