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Ikpeba Jose Peseiro High, Urges NFF to Act – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Ikpeba goes on to suggest that those critical of Peseiro’s tactics should reconsider their stance.     Despite facing criticism for his tactical approach, Peseiro led the Super Eagles to the AFCON final before parting ways with the team upon the …

It was a historic night for Nigeria at the 2023 CAF Awards where the Country’s top football stars – Victor Osimhen, Asisat Oshoala and Chiamaka Nnadozie – earned their flowers, and a sweep of the major award categories. Osimhen had a remarkable run last season with Napoli and the Super Eagles, Oshoala and her Barcelona Femeni teammates were invincible while …

Liverpool have made a shock bid for Japan international Wataru Endo, offering Stuttgart around £16 million for the player as Jurgen Klopp looks to bring in an experienced holding midfielder. Endo, who is 30 years old and who can also fill in at centre-back, is travelling to Merseyside to finalise a stunning transfer. Liverpool hero Robbie Fowler has offered to …

In an exclusive interview with Sports247, Dannaz Ladies’ head coach, Bashiru Fatai, opened up about his disappointment regarding the absence of his players in Nigeria’s U17 and U20 squads. Read Also: Nigerian Traditional Sport VP Bash Augusto Speaks on Ram Charging and Animal Rights Concerns When questioned about his thoughts on the exclusion of Dannaz Ladies’ players from national team …

In a heartfelt congratulatory message, former Nigerian footballer Sam Sodje extended his felicitations to Victor Osimhen for clinching the prestigious African Best Player award. Sodje sees this achievement not only as a personal milestone for Osimhen but also as a significant motivation for the entire national team as they prepare for the upcoming AFCON. Read Also: Nkechi Obi Emphasizes Referee …

West Bromwich Albion manager Carlos Corberan has confirmed Josh Maja is set to miss around four months after suffering an ankle ligament injury in the clash with Sunderland. Maja, who was making his first start in Albion colours following another ankle injury against Bristol City, was on the end of a challenge from Dan Ballard and forced off during the …

Kai Havertz made history in Arsenal’s 6-0 win against Sheffield United in Monday night’s Premier League game. Havertz scored fourth goal inside 25 minutes, moving to eight strikes in all competitions for the Gunners. Martin Odegaard, Gabriel Martinelli, Declan Rice and Ben White were also on target but it was Havertz who grabbed a historic goal. The former Chelsea star …

Liverpool moved to the summit in the Premier League with a comfortable 2-0 victory against 10-player Everton in the Merseyside derby at the Anfield on Saturday afternoon. Everton were reduced to 10-men in the 37th after Ashley Young was sent off for a second bookable offence. Liverpool took the lead in the 74th minute when Mohamed Salah converted from the …

Minister of Sports Development, Sen. John Owan Enoh has argued the Nigeria Football Leagues will need to drastically improve in credibility and quality for a case to be made for Players’ inclusion in the main Super Eagles. Sen. Enoh was responding to questions about the lack of opportunities for home based players in the Super Eagles A team. *The credibility …

Head Coach, Christopher Musa Danjuma has called up goalkeepers Faith Omilana and Linda Jiwuaku, defenders Jumoke Alani and Tumininu Adeshina, midfielders Taiwo Afolabi, Chinyere Kalu and Chidera Okenwa, and forwards Chiamaka Okwuchukwu, Yina Adoo and Opeyemi Ajakaye among a roster of 30 Falconets for next month’s 2024 FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup qualifying fixture against the U20 girls of Tanzania. …