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1 Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong believes the team’s performance against Rwanda in their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier was good. The Super Eagles were held to a goalless draw by Rwanda in their second Group D match on Tuesday. The CB praised the team’s effort and said he is proud of their resilience. “I am proud of the …

– Continue reading after the announcement – Lazio midfielder Fisayo Dele-Bashiru has given his thoughts on the Super Eagles’ 0-0 draw against Rwanda in their second Africa Cup of Nations qualifier in Kigali today. Fisayo started today’s match after coming on as a substitute in Saturday’s 3-0 win over Benin Republic, but unlike at the weekend, he failed to open …

The Lagos State Football Association has concluded the divisional playoffs for the 2023/2024 State Football League, setting the stage for the much-anticipated Super 5 tournament. The competition will determine which teams will represent Lagos State in the Nigeria National League (NLO) Division 2 zonal qualifiers scheduled from September 20 to 28 in Ibadan, Oyo State. In a statement released by …

Former Everton star Michael Ball believes Amadou Onana is perfect for Aston Villa. Let’s remember that the Belgian scored goals in his first three games at his new club and has been excellent in midfield. However, the 23-year-old has been criticised for his attitude when he was an Everton player. Read also: 2025 Africa Cup of Nations: Olaitan goal gives …

1 Nigeria women’s U-20 head coach Chris Danjuma has said his side are ready for their round of 16 clash against Japan at the World Cup. The match will take place at the Metropolitano de Techo Stadium in Bogotá on Friday morning. Japan, who topped Group E with nine points from three games, will face a Nigerian side who finished …

– Continue reading after the announcement – Nigeria’s Super Eagles drew 0-0 with Rwanda in their second match of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, OwnGoalNigeria.com reports. After beating Benin Republic 3-0 in their opening match of the series, the Austine Eguavoen-led side failed to capitalise on the opportunities that came their way in both halves of the game. …

Nigeria’s Super Eagles were held to a goalless draw by Rwanda in their second match of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers. Ademola Lookman thought he had broken the deadlock for Nigeria but the referee made a controversial decision as the goal was ruled out for offside. Despite the draw, Nigeria soared to the top of their AFCON …

As more than 3,000 young athletes gather in Asaba, Delta State, for the eighth National Youth Games, a critical problem has come to light: many state governors have failed to release the necessary funds to support their athletes. Read also: Governor Umoh Eno praises Ibom Angels, donates N5m for NWFL Premiership qualification This delay has left many teams struggling with …

11 Former Super Eagles and Chelsea midfielder Mikel John Obi has spoken about his involvement in Chelsea’s failed attempt to sign Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen during the summer transfer window. Mikel, who spent more than a decade at Chelsea and won numerous trophies with the club, has never hidden his desire for Osimhen to join the Premier League side. With …

– Continue reading after the announcement – Former Nigeria senior national team coach Finidi George says the players he fielded in the World Cup qualifiers against South Africa and Benin Republic were not at their best in both matches, OwnGoalNigeria.com reports. Finidi’s reign as head coach of the Nigerian team ended after two games, which were a 1-1 draw against …