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Osimhen targets more recognitions after Ballon d’Or feat

Super Eagles forward Victor Osimhen has expressed his excitement following his nomination for this year’s Ballon d’Or award. Osimhen is one of 30 players vying for the men’s best player award. The 24-year-old helped Napoli win their first Serie A title in 33 years last season, and has remained a key player in the team. Speaking to the media in …

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2024 U-17 WWCQ: Flamingos Thrash CAR 6-0 To Reach 3rd Round

Nigeria’s Flamingos have advanced into the third round of the 2024 FIFA U-17 women’s World Cup qualifiers after thrashing Central African Republic 6-0, in the second leg on Friday at the MKO Abiola stadium, Abuja. The result means the Flamingos got through 12-0 on aggregate, after the first leg also ended 6-0. Harmony Chidi bagged a hat-trick while Ramota Kareem …

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Boniface gunning for third Bundesliga season Award

Boniface gunning for third Bundesliga season Award – Latest Sports News In Nigeria It is the second Rookie award of the month nomination for Boniface since he arrived Bundesliga, and third overall, including player of the month nomination. The Striker previously …

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9th Access Bank Lagos City Marathon Takes Centre Stage In Lagos

9th Access Bank Lagos City Marathon Takes Centre Stage In Lagos – Latest Sports News In Nigeria This robust turnout sets the stage for a highly competitive and potentially record-breaking event.   Yusuf Ali, Race General Manager and former African record holder in the Long Jump, expressed optimism about the event’s trajectory in an official …

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Edo FA Partners with GreenBii to Revolutionize Grassroots Football with Club Websites

The Edo State Football Association, under the leadership of Chairman Fred Newton, has forged a partnership with technology company GreenBii in a groundbreaking move aimed at advancing grassroots football in Edo State. The memorandum of understanding (MOU), signed on Friday, November 14, focuses on providing websites for 100 football clubs spread across the state’s 18 local government areas. Read Also: …

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Michelle Alozie – ‘We Fought For The Whole Of Africa’

Super Falcons defender, Michelle Alozie has stated that the valiant outing from Nigeria wasn’t just for the nation but for the whole of Africa following their exit in the knockout game against England. Read Also: NFF: FIFPRO’s Statement is Mere Storm in a Tea-Cup With three African countries in Nigeria, Morocco, and South Africa making it to the round 16 …

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Edo Sports Commission, Insurance FC Mourn Passing Of Coach Godwin Izilein

The Edo State Sports Commission and Bendel Insurance Football Club have been plunged into mourning following the passing of veteran coach Godwin Izilein. The esteemed football manager breathed his last at the age of 83 on Wednesday, February 7, 2024, at the University of Benin Teaching Hospital (UBTH) after a brief illness. Read Also: Bayelsa Abuzz As Five States Descend …

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NNL Tasks Participating Clubs To Affirm Their Position In The League

The Nigeria National League (NNL)says clubs wishing to be part of the 2023/2024 season have till Monday 16 October 2023 to confirm their willingness to participate in the new season. Read Also: Super Eagles Midfielder John Ogu Confirms Safety Amidst Israel-Palestine Conflict The new Chief Operating Officer (COO) of the league Dr.Ayo Abdulrahaman who frowned at the slow pace of …

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Coaches Bag Coaching Diploma In Agbor

17 coaches received their coaching Diploma on Friday 8th September at the Agbor Township Stadium following a week long Coaching course organized by KG Sports Foundation. The Football Coaching course for grassroots coaches in Delta North Senatorial District was under the theme Understanding Coaching and Mentoring which was delivered by Seasoned Sports And Management experts. The Course was sponsored by …

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#AFCON23: “This Is The Time To Bring Trophy Back Home” – Samuel Chukwueze Gear Up For Final Showdown Against Hosts

South Africa’s defender #6 Aubrey Modiba (C) fights for the ball with Nigeria’s midfielder #8 Frank Onyeka (L) and Nigeria’s forward #11 Samuel Chukwueze during the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) 2024 semi-final football match between Nigeria and South Africa at the Stade de la Paix in Bouake on February 7, 2024. (Photo by Issouf SANOGO / AFP) (Photo by …

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