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Fulham boss Marco Silva has backed Arsenal to compete for the Premier League title race once again. The Gunners were held to a 2-2 draw by 10-man Fulham on Saturday afternoon at the Emirates stadium. Having going behind 1-0 down within the first minute thanks to Andreas Pereira, goals from Bukayo Saka and Eddie Nketiah put Arsenal 2-1 ahead. However, …

Super Eagles defender Kenneth Omeruo was on target for Kasimpasa who lost 2-1 to Galatasaray in the Turkish Super Lig on Friday. It was Omeruo’s first goal in the Turkish elite league this season. Galatasaray’s two goals were scored by Côte d’Ivoire star forward Wilfried Zaha, who has now taken his tally in the Turkish league to three goals in …

Jose Peseiro will lead the Super Eagles in their first training session in Abu Dhabi later today, as more players join the early birds in camp ahead of the Africa Cup of Nations. On Wednesday morning, the official headcount confirmed 17 players have joined Peseiro and his back room staff.     Meanwhile, it has been confirmed that Wilfred Ndidi …

Ndidi Drums Up Leicester City’s EPL Promotion Charge – Latest Sports News In Nigeria The Foxes returned to the top of the Championship table with a 1-0 win over the visitors at King Power Stadium. Ndidi was instrumental in the game …

Ola Aina Set for Big Pay Day at Forest – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Aina, a vital asset for the team, has showcased remarkable performance amidst the club’s challenging campaign. Having joined Nottingham Forest last summer following the conclusion of his contract with Serie A side Torino, Aina has emerged as a cornerstone in …

It was a clean sweep for Nigeria as the quartet of Adeyemi Adeosun, Wellington Jighere, John Ayedun and Godwin Victor picked their spots in the semi finals of the Pan African Scrabble Association (PANASA) President’s Cup after 25 rounds. After 19 rounds on Day 2, most of the players knew Day 3 would be the decider as many strategize on …

Amidst swirling speculations, former Super Eagles goalkeeper Vincent Enyeama has unequivocally denied rumors suggesting that the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has appointed him to a backroom staff role ahead of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Cote d’Ivoire. Read Also: Ijebu United Parts Ways With Anthony Encho Mid-Season The conjectures gained momentum after Vincent Enyeama posted a cryptic …

Kano Pillars, a prominent football team, has been facing challenges in their away games. The team’s technical adviser, Abdullahi Maikaba, attributes these struggles to the absence of a dedicated sports commissioner in the state government. Read Also: Delta Queens Coach Acknowledges Challenges in NWFL Title Defense, Sets Sights on FA Cup The team recently faced a crushing defeat against Enyimba, …

Durosinmi Rafiu was on red-hot form in FC Viktoria Plze’s Fortuna Liga matchday 9 clash against FK Pardubice at the weekend with the Nigeria descent sensation getting two quick successive goals in the club’s 6:2 victory. Read Also: “We Are Ready To Compete” – Broad City FC Captain Expresses Delight On Third-Place Victory, Confident Of Creative Championship Readiness The newest …

Dundee’s manager Tony Docherty was unimpressed with the officials for allowing Cyriel Dessers’ goal to stand. Dessers is among the five players that scored for Rangers in the 5-0 at the Den Park on Wednesday. The Nigerian international scored a controversial fourth goal for Rangers, after referee Kevin Clancy appeared to accidentally impede Dundee midfielder Luke McCowan in the build …