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For most Nigerians, supporting their national team is something they look forward to, especially against rival teams. However, the Super Eagles’ recent performances have been so poor that many fans have been clamoring for change. Especially when you consider that they had an excellent start in the African Cup of Nations 2023. Well, the Super Eagles are currently struggling with …

The International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) has officially confirmed the qualifications of Nigeria’s Quadri Aruna and Africa’s Lynda Loghraibi for the singles event at the 2024 Paris Olympics in France. As the countdown to the Paris 2024 Olympic Games intensifies, the ITTF is pleased to announce significant progress in the qualification process for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. With less …

Paul Maduakor, President of the Nigerian Amputee Football Federation Chief Paul Maduakor, President of the Nigerian Amputee Football Federation, has extended his warm wishes to Muslims and all Nigerians during the Eid-El-Kabir celebrations. In his message, he emphasized the importance of the festival’s lessons of sacrifice and unity, drawing parallels with the dedication shown by the Nigerian amputee football team. …

The Super Falcons of Nigeria have retained their 36th position in the latest FIFA World rankings released on Friday. The nine-time Africa Cup of Nations Women’s champion, who is preparing to play at the Paris Olympics, remains number one in Africa. Another African representative at the Olympics, Zambia is now ranked 64th in the world. The last time the Falcons …

Osimhen berates Finidi George for alleged ‘compromise’ comments – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Osimhen, who was absent from the recent 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against South Africa and Benin Republic due to injury, was reportedly criticized by Finidi for his commitment. In a decisive response, the 25-year-old forward defended his commitment and disagreed …

Victor Osimhen has criticized former Super Eagles head coach Finidi George for questioning his commitment to the national team. Osimhen withdrew from Nigeria’s squad for the recent 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against South Africa and Benin due to injury. Finidi believes that the former Lille striker could play in both matches even though he is injured. The Super Eagles …

The Women’s Amateur Football Association League (WAFA) has officially revealed the details of its long-awaited Super 8 matches. The tournament, which will feature the top eight teams of the season, will be held at the Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne, Ogun State. The matches will be played from June 30 to July 7, 2024. The teams that have earned their …

Brazil international Raphinha has responded to legendary striker Ronaldinho’s claims that the current national team is one of the worst in the country’s history. Ronaldinho was disappointed with Dorvial Junior’s men as they earned a 1-1 draw against the United States in a Copa America warm-up friendly on Thursday night. The performance was so disappointing that the 2002 world champion …

Updated: Finidi quits job at Super Eagles – Latest sports news in Nigeria The NFF had stated in a statement that Finidi would work with a technical advisor who would be hired soon following Nigeria’s poor run in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. According to Colin Udoh, the 58-year-old former player was not officially …

Nigeria senior national team top forward Victor Osimhen has responded to reports that the recently replaced Nigeria senior national team coach Finidi George questioned his commitment to the team. Finidi, who was demoted from his position as coach after the matches against South Africa and Benin Republic, where they drew 1-1 before losing 2-1 to the aforementioned countries respectively, submitted …