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Eric Chelle’s undefeated record as coach of the Nigerian senior team remains intact with the substitute Tolu Arokodare scoring a vital leveling to help the team a 1-1 draw against Russia in an international friendly game, reports Owngoalnigeria.com.

Captain of Super Eagles and Al Kholood defend William Troost-Ekong He has shared the team’s mentality before his international friendly match against Russia, stating that players are completely focused and committed to having a solid performance. Speaking from the team camp, Troost-Ekong admitted that although the team is not completely familiar with the current Russian team, extensive preparations have been …

Jennifer Echegini is anxious to make her first appearance for Nigeria in the Women’s Africa Cup. The midfielder has already represented Nigeria in two main international competitions: the FIFA 2023 Women’s Cup and the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris. Echegini declared that he hopes to step on the field in Morocco. “It is very special. I have been in the …

The former general manager of the National Sports Commission (NSC) and the current deputy director (administration) of the IMO state government, dr. Patrick Ekeji will receive the prestigious Wakawaka Sports Award this weekend in Owerri. A figure respected in Nigerian sports, Dr. Ekeji has been recognized for his exceptional contributions to the development and transformation of the sports administration in …

Nigeria needs to remind the experienced veterans for the WAFCON if the team must have any possibility of winning the tournament, according to the former Super Falcons eaves, Desire Oparazie. Oparazie, who called Time in his international career in 2023 won four Wafcon titles, does not believe that the current Super Falcons have an opportunity against the strongest teams on …

The head coach of the National Senior team of Nigeria, Eric Chelle, has asked the protection of the young defender of Brentford, Benjamin Fredrick, qualifies him as the future of the team. Chelle gave him at age 20 his complete debut in the final game of the Unity Cup against Jamaica, and delivered a five-star performance with Nigeria to win …

Super Eagles striker Cyriel Desess is in the center of transfer speculation after confirming the interest of the Giga Olympiac and Aek Athens Super League, after a stellar season with Rangers in the Premier League Scottish. The 30 -year -old pose enjoyed a prolific 2024/2025 campaign in Ibrox, ending as the top scorer of the League with 18 goals, a …

Arsenal is considering a shock movement to sign the Chelsea goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga, according to reports. Kepa, 30, spent this season on loan with Bournemouth, where he maintained eight clean leaves in 31 appearances in the Premier League. The Spanish softener is surplus of the requirements in Chelsea, who signed it for £ 72 million in 2018, a record rate …

Andrew Ekejiubba, head of the media and advertising at the GTI group, expressed his joy of being appointed recipient of the prestigious Wakawaka Sports Award. The award ceremony will take place at the City Cruz Hotel in Owerri on June 7, 2025. Ekejiubba recognized the importance of recognition and extended the sincere gratitude for the organizers for honor. In his …

The Super Falcons striker, Toni Payne has revealed that his football trip has been molded by the deep connection of his family with the sport, especially the influence of his father, a personal coach and coach in the United States. Payne, who currently stars in Everton FC women, shared ideas about how football has been a unifying thread at home, …