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The National Executive Committee (NEC) of Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) has commiserated with Bayelsa, Lagos and Adamawa state chapters over the loss of their members in recent times. Sammy Barida (Bayelsa), Ignatius Ajuonuma (Lagos) and Villain Murray (Adamawa) recently passed on due to various ailments. The SWAN National Secretariat praised the commitment of the deceased to the growth …

Leicester City’s manager, Enzo Maresca has disclosed that Kelechi Iheanacho remains sidelined due to injury, raising concerns about his availability for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). Iheanacho has missed the last two games for Leicester City due to his injury.   While recent reports suggest he is engaged in training at the gym, his participation for Nigeria in …

Sunshine Stars FC, currently positioned 10th in the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) table with 21 points from 16 matches, is gearing up to face Remo Stars in a crucial Matchday 17 encounter. The match is scheduled for Sunday, January 7, 2024. Remo Stars, occupying the 2nd spot in the league table with 29 points, have displayed an impressive performance …

Super Eagles defender Ola Aina is optimistic Nottingham Forest will escape relegation at the end of the season. Nuno Espirito Santo’s side are fighting for Premier League survival for the second consecutive season. The Tricky Trees currently occupy 17th position on the table. Forest still need to navigate tough fixtures against Wolverhampton Wanderers, Chelsea and Manchester City before the end …

Nottingham Forest’s Manager Steve Cooper, stated that Taiwo Awoniyi’s injury situation is intricate and needs careful management. Awoniyi made his comeback from a groin injury at Anfield last weekend and was involved in Sunday’s 2-0 win over Aston Villa.     Although his return provided a boost for Nottingham Forest, especially as players like Divock Origi, Chris Wood, and Callum …

Enugu Rangers have returned to the summit of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) after defeating Heartland 2-0 on Sunday. The oriental derby held at the Awka City Stadium saw the Flying Antelopes took the lead through Kazeem Ogunleye in the third minute before Kenneth Igboke sealed the win on 53 minutes. Rangers top the NPFL standings with 13 points …

Fans Ponder Rafael Leao’s Reaction to Chukwueze’s Milan MVP award – Latest Sports News In Nigeria The Super Eagles star beat Rafael Leao and Christian Pulisic to win the accolade.     However, it was Leao’s cryptic reaction on social media that ignited a storm of speculation among supporters. The Portuguese’s winger reacted with an …

Report: Bayern Munich shows Interest in Ndidi – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Coach Thomas Tuchel has taken notice of Bayern’s interest in Ndidi and is eager to have …

FIFA Yemisi Akintoye has been selected for the 2023 African Women’s Champions League taking place in Cote d’Ivoire from 5th November to 19th November, 2023. The UNILAG Graduate arbiter was one of the 17 Referees shortlisted across Africa and one of the 12 selected after an intensive one week pre-tournament course. Miss Akintoye shall be officiating at the tournament alongside …

Guinea-Bissau’s preparations for AFCON 2023 suffered a huge setback following a 6-2 loss to Mali in a friendly game in Bamako on Saturday. The defeat is coming just one week before Guinea-Bissau face Côte d’Ivoire in the opening game of this year’s AFCON. The Ivorians gave their preparations for the competition a big boost with a resounding 5-1 win against …