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Fulham manager Marco Silva has labelled Calvin Bassey a “very good central defender” following the Nigerian’s impressive display in the club’s 2-1 home win against Arsenal on Sunday. Bassey played a crucial role in the Whites comeback win at the Craven Cottage. The 24-year-old, who was named Man of the Match after the game was an absolute rock at the …

South Africa’s goalkeeper, Kaylin Christen Swart, has called upon her teammates to give their best in the upcoming clash against Nigeria’s Super Falcons. This match is a decisive step towards securing a spot in the Paris 2024 Olympics. Read Also: Lagos F.A To Hold Bye Elections 10 April The Super Falcons, under the guidance of Coach Randy Waldrum, have managed …

Rangers boss, Philippe Clement is pleased with Leon Balogun’s contributions to his side’s emphatic win over Dundee on Wednesday. Balogun, who has battled with several injuries this season, played from start to finish as the Gers continued their resurgence under the Belgian with a 5-0 win.   The experienced defender contributed immensely to Rangers keeping a clean sheet on the …

The Super Eagles will be without Wilfred Ndidi for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Lesotho and Zimbabwe, Completesports.com reports. Ndidi has missed Leicester City’s last two games due to a muscle injury. Manager Enzo Maresca revealed ahead of Friday’s (today) Sky Bet Championship clash against Leeds United that the midfielder will only return to action after the upcoming …

Banyana Banyana of South Africa defender, Lebohang Ramalepe has described the team’s upcoming 2024 Olympic Games qualifier against Nigeria a “do or die” affair. The two rivals are battling for one of Africa’s two spots for the women’s football event. The two-legged qualifier is expected to be keenly contested with both teams desperate to feature at the Olympics. While the …

No fewer than ten players including a goalkeeper have been selected at the just concluded 3rd Governor Douye Diri/SPOCS International Scouting Program, in Yenagoa the Bayelsa state capital. The four-day event concluded on Wednesday at the Samson Siasia Sports Complex, saw several players being screened, and might just be on their way to signing professional deals with football clubs abroad. …

Super Eagles striker Taiwo Awoniyi was on target but it was not enough as 10-man Nottingham Forest lost 3-2 to Manchester United in Saturday’s Premier League game. Awoniyi has now scored in each of his last seven Premier League appearances for Nottingham Forest, a record run by a Forest player. Also he is only the third African player to score …

Italian football club Napoli is eyeing Victor Boniface as a potential replacement for Victor Osimhen, according to insights from transfer expert Niccolò Ceccarini. Niccolò Ceccarini, a notable figure in Italian football transfer circles, has revealed Napoli’s interest in Victor Boniface as they contemplate life after Victor Osimhen. Ceccarini’s comments, as reported by Calcio Mercato, shed light on Napoli’s transfer strategy, …

Francis Uzoho’s goalkeeper position at Omonia Nicosia is under serious threat as the club contemplates bringing in a new shot-stopper. Uzoho had been enjoying playing time due to the injury to first-choice goalkeeper Fabian Ribeiro in recent weeks. However, with Uzoho set to join Nigeria’s Super Eagles for the African Cup of Nations, potentially leading to a four-week absence, the …

Imade Osarenkhoe signs Four-year deal with FC United – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Bendel Insurance has confirmed the transfer of forward, Imade Osarenkhoe to FC United. Insurance confirmed the news, Monday, announcing that Osarenkhoe leaves the club after four years. …