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Ashleigh Plumptre has said she is proud of the Super Falcons display at the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup in Australia and New Zealand. The Super Falcons lost 4-2 on penalties to England at the Round of 16 stage on Monday . Despite the defeat, Plumptre took to Twitter to hail the team’s performance and reflect on the opportunity to …

In an exclusive interview with Sports247 conducted at his hotel room in the heart of Abidjan, Alhaji Ganiyu Majekodunmi, Chairman of the Ogun State Football Association, exuded an air of delight and optimism ahead of Nigeria’s AFCON final showdown against Ivory Coast. Watch Also: Peseiro, Musa Determination: ‘We Want to Win This AFCON’ – Nigeria Vs CIV Press Conference With …

Gift Orban will no play no part in Nigeria’s 2023 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Sao Tome and Principe due to injury. The KAA Gent of Belgium star sat out the team’s last training session at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo on Thursday night. Orban, Completesports.com learnt sustained an injury in the team’s previous training session on Friday. …

Amusan Misses Out on Athlete of the Year Shortlist – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Tobi Amusan didn’t make the final shortlist for the Women’s World Athlete of The Year Award. In the list made public on Wednesday by the World …

Nigerian footballer Umar Sadiq grabbed the spotlight as his wonder strike guides a 2-1 victory against Sevilla in LaLiga action on Sunday. The match witnessed an early lead for Real Sociedad with a Sevilla own goal within the first three minutes. Umar Sadiq, returning to starting 11 after a season-long injury layoff, doubled the advantage with a remarkable long-range strike …

Nigeria’s vice-president Kashim Shettima will lead a powerful federal government’s delegation to Cote d’Ivoire for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations final. According to a press release from the office of the vice-president, the country’s number one citizen, Bola Ahmed Tinubu directed Shettima to lead a presidential team to Abidjan for the highly anticipated encounter. It would be recalled that …

On Wednesday, representatives from Plateau United, including the Assistant General Manager, Secretary, Team manager, Technical Adviser, technical crew, and female players, gathered to pay their respects and offer condolences to the bereaved family of their late female team captain, Nenrot Kikta. Read Also: Peter Rufai To Participate In NNL Refresher Course For Coaches The somber occasion was an opportunity to …

Peseiro defends Ahmed Musa’s Role in Super Eagles – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Musa is yet to feature for Nigeria, who booked their place in the final on Wednesday following a penalty shout-out win against former Champions South Africa.     In Saturday’s pre-match presser, Peseiro said the 2013 AFCON winner has been an …

Olusegun Ojogbolo, Brand Communication Executive of POCARI SWEAT Nigeria, shed light on the brand’s mission, the significance of proper hydration, and the company’s active involvement in sports development in Nigeria. He spoke in an exclusive interview with Sports 247 at the Sandie Beach Rugby tournament that took place at Landmark Beach on Sunday. Read Also: Olatunbosun Ayo Johnson Unveils Vision …

Ajase Ipo VC and Oluyole Spikers won their respective matches on Day 5 of the ongoing 2023 National Division 2 Volleyball League (2nd phase) in Kaduna on Wednesday. In a North central derby, Ajase Ipo surprisingly beat Olalomi Spikers 3-0 (25-18, 25-18, 25-23) while Oluyole Spikers defeated Safety Spikers 3-1 (25-15, 25-15, 20-25, 25-26) at the indoor sports hall of …