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After just two winless games at the helm of the Super Eagles, Finidi George resigned from his position as coach. Also read: Sodiq Ismail presents the jersey to the President of Remo Stars after representing Nigeria Former Eagles media officer Toyin Ibitoye verified his departure on his X account on Saturday. The news has just arrived, he wrote. Finidi George …

Super Eagles coach George Finidi has reportedly dumped the team after less than two months in charge. The former Nigeria international, who took over the position on 29 April 2024, resigned following the team’s poor performance. Finidi’s main task will be to help Nigeria qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with their team already behind in the race before …

Rwanda coach reacts as Nigeria seeks foreign advisor – Latest Sports News In Nigeria During the June international window, Nigeria failed to secure a victory, drawing 1-1 with South Africa and suffering a 2-1 defeat to Benin Republic. These results have left Nigeria fifth in their group with just three points, severely damaging their qualification …

The Nigerian Flamingos have secured their place in the 2024 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup, which will be held in the Dominican Republic. The Flamingos clinched their qualification by beating Liberia 2-0 in the second leg of the final qualifying round on Friday at the MKO Abiola Stadium in Abuja. Harmony Chidi scored twice, sealing a 6-1 aggregate victory after …

Former Nigerian footballer Emeka Ezeugo has expressed his frustration and concern over the state of Nigerian football, particularly the management and leadership within the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF). In an impassioned statement, Ezeugo criticized the current administration and coaches’ strategies, suggesting that football in the country is suffering due to corruption and poor leadership. Read also:Dominican Republic 2024: Flamingos land …

Sodje backs Super Eagles foreign technical advisor – Latest Sports News In Nigeria In an interview with Brila.net, Sodje emphasized the urgency of securing World Cup qualification and highlighted the need for immediate and strategic actions by the NFF. Sodje acknowledged the NFF’s recent decision to consider a foreign coach, recognizing it as a positive …

Germany performed very well in the opening match of Euro 2024 when they slaughtered Scotland 5-1 on Friday night. The hosts ensured they started their campaign on a winning note as they entertained the home fans with plenty of goal celebrations. Scotland, who finished the match with 10 men following a red card for Ryan Porteous late in the first …

Super Falcons defender Glory Ogbonna has been rewarded with a one-year contract extension by Besiktas women’s football club following her impressive performance for Disi Kartallar in the 2023/24 season. Also read: Immediately address World Cup qualification challenges: NFF Sports Minister’s tasks The club announced this in a statement on their official Instagram page on Friday, which read: “The Besiktas United …

KRC Genk striker Tolu Arokodare hopes to get the opportunity to represent Nigeria in the future. Arokodare is one of the young Nigerian forwards making waves in Europe. The 23-year-old scored 12 goals in 40 league appearances for Genk during the 2023/24 season. Also read: WCQ 2026: It will be unfair to appoint a technical advisor for Finidi –Lawal Victor …

Nigerians have a different constitution, but can football fans endure another World Cup heartbreak just two years later? – Latest sports news in Nigeria Nigeria’s participation in the FIFA World Cup; the biggest carnival in sport, is not an issue that any interested party continues to ignore. The financial implications are immense for the Football …