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The Eagles of Mali on Tuesday at the Estadio Municipal de Portimao thrashed the Green Falcons of Saudi Arabia 3-1 in an International Friendly match where Nigeria’s Super Eagles managed a 2-2 draw score line. The Malians were 2-0 up at half time as Moussa Doubia Al-Adalah FC of Saudi left winger scored the first goal off M. Camara assist …

Cameroon v Nigeria Battles to Goalless Draw in Intense Clash – Latest Sports News In Nigeria In the first half, Nigeria dominated with swift pace and precise passing, generating numerous opportunities that unfortunately went unconverted.   As the game progressed into the second half, both teams intensified their efforts, creating chances in a more balanced …

Nigerian football club Beyond Limits has secured their place in the final of the prestigious Viareggio Cup after a hard-fought victory over Ojodu City. Read Also: Nigerian Athlete Simidele Adeagbo Set To Make History At BMW IBSF World Championships In a thrilling encounter, Beyond Limits emerged victorious with a final score of 2-1, showcasing their dominance throughout the tournament. With …

Napoli manager Walter Mazzarri has defended Victor Osimhen and claimed the forward needs time to find his best form. Osimhen has failed to register a goal in his last three outings for the Serie A champions following his return from a hamstring injury. Napoli also won one and lost two of the three games. Mazzarri believed the talismanic striker will …

Fulham manager Marco Silva has heaped plaudits on Alex Iwobi and Calvin Bassey for their positive impact in the Whites away win against Manchester United on Saturday. The Nigerian duo were both on target in Fulham’s 2-1 win at the Old Trafford. It was the London club’s first win over Manchester United since 2003. Bassey’s opener was cancelled out by …

The First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, is currently hosting members of the Nigerian female football team, the Super Falcons, at the Aso Rock Presidential Villa, Abuja. The Super Falcons crashed out of the ongoing FIFA Women’s World Cup, being co-hosted by Australia and New Zealand, having lost through penalties to the English team, last Monday, August 7. The First Lady, …

Striker Victor Osimhen is doubtful for Nigeria’s 2026 World Cup qualifying games due to the injury he sustained against Saudi Arabia. Osimhen limped off during the game and was diagnosed with a medium-grade lesion of the biceps femoris in his right thigh after arriving his club. He has since commence treatment and he’s expected to be sidelined between  four to …

The Indomitable Lions of Cameroon have landed their spot in next year’s Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) billed to hold in Cote d’Ivoire. Cameroon beat Burundi 3-0 in their final qualifiers to reach the finals, where they will battle with 23 other already-qualified teams. Cameroon finished top of Group C to qualify alongside Namibia, completing the line-up. The Super Eagles …

Former Director General of the defunct National Sports Commission (NSC), Dr. Patrick Ekeji, has described the composition of the current board of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) as truly representative of the critical sectors of the country. Ekeji, who praised NFF President, Shehu Gusau for ensuring that the current board has men and women capable of fulfilling Nigerians’ desire for …

Ogboni Fouad Oki and Alhaji Liameed Olawale Gafar Barely after four months he was elected as Chairman of Lagos State Football Association, the board members of the state ruling body have suspended Ogboni Fouad Oki over gross misconducts. Out of nine board members, five were in support of Oki suspension, while four are against. The board members led by vice …