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Nigeria v Ghana: Not a Friendly Match – Omeruo – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Omeruo emphasized this stance while speaking ahead of the match between the two sides in Marrakesh, Morocco, scheduled for 4 p.m. (Nigerian time).     The Black Stars secured the 2022 FIFA World Cup ticket at the expense of their …

Super Eagles striker Victor Boniface scored and also had an assist, as Bayer Leverkusen opened their Europa League Group H campaign with a 4-0 home win against Swedish club BK Haecken on Thursday. It is now six goals, three assists in six games in all competitions for Boniface since joining Leverkusen. Boniface set up teammate Florian Wirtz for the opening …

Ibrahim Gusau, President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), has called on Nigerians to turn out in support of the Super Falcons on Tuesday, October 30, 2023, when they play Ethiopia in their 2024 Olympics qualifier at the Abuja National Stadium. In order to go to the 2024 Paris Olympics Games, the Nigeria Super Falcons must overcome their opponents in …

Stakeholders and officials of Nigeria Women’s Football League (NWFL) have taken a strong step towards improving the performances of referees in their championship. This was one of the issues highlighted at an emergency congress of the NWFL, which held virtually on Thursday, March 21 ‘to deliberate on important issues through a series of motions.’ Read Also: African Games Update: Nigeria …

Midfielder Wilfred Ndidi is the latest addition to the list of injured players as Nigeria prepares for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Lesotho and Zimbabwe. Leicester City manager, Enzo Maresca, disclosed on Friday that Ndidi is dealing with a muscular injury that will keep him sidelined for an extended period. It is unclear if the midfielder will be …

Liverpool ace Ibrahima Konate has revealed that he gives credit to Reds manager, Jurgen Klopp for who he is today at the club. Recall that the German head coach will be departing Anfield when this season concludes, regardless of how many trophies they win. Speaking to France TV Info, Konate said: “Liverpool is Liverpool. Klopp was the one who came …

A former presidential aide, Bashir Ahmad, has written the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) over a tweet by Super Eagles and Bayer Leverkusen striker Victor Boniface. Boniface, on Thursday, was presented with his Europa League Golden Boot award as joint top scorer of the competition last season. The Bayer Leverkusen forward posted a video of the Golden Boot award on his …

African Games: Gold for Ese Brume, Ochonogor Makes Big Leap – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Making a remarkable international debut in the Long Jump event, Prestina Ochonogor secured the bronze medal with a leap of 6.67 meters. Ochonogor’s achievement is particularly noteworthy considering her relatively low profile in the athletics world; she only surpassed …

Napoli’s Coach, Walter Mazzarri reveals his ongoing struggle to unlock the formidable duo of Victor Osimhen and Kvicha Kvaratskhelia from the relentless marking imposed by opposing defenders. The dynamic partnership of Osimhen and Kvaratskhelia played a pivotal role in guiding Napoli to last season’s Serie A title, earning them prestigious individual accolades.   However, this season has witnessed a dip …

Belgian striker Romelu Lukaku has been linked with a move to Serie A outfit Roma this current summer transfer window. According to La Gazzetta dello Sport as reported by Football Italia, Roma CEO and General Manager Lina Souloukou flew to London to negotiate with Chelsea for the 30 year old. Lukaku has also been linked to Serie A giants Juventus …