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Super Falcons captain Onome Ebi has linked up with Nigeria Women’s Football League outfit Naija Ratels.Ebi joined the Lagos-based club on a free transfer. The 40-year-old was in the books of Spanish Iberdola side Levante Las Planas last season. The experienced centre-back has been assigned jersey number 5 by her new club. Ebi is making a return to the NWFL …

Super Eagles midfielder Frank Onyeka was awarded a good rating despite Brentford’s defeat to Manchester City in Tuesday’s Premier League game. The ratings, which was done for both teams, was compiled by Sky Sports. City endured a tense evening until Erling Haaland benefitted from Kristoffer Ajer’s slip to score the winner after 71 minutes, Onyeka was in superb form for …

Victor Osimhen has officially been crowned as the Italian Footballers’ Association (AIC) Footballer of the Year. Osimhen was selected as the 2023 winner largely due to his goal scoring contributions to Napoli’s title success. The Nigeria international scored 26 times in 32 outings to help the Partenopei win their first Serie A title in 33 years. The 24-year-old, who recently …

The Algeria Football Federation is poised to make a critical decision regarding the appointment of a new coach for the Desert Foxes within the week, with Portuguese Jose Peseiro emerging as a leading contender for the role. The 63-year-old Peseiro with experience in managing teams like Saudi Arabia and Venezuela, has been extended an offer by the Algeria Federation and …

Taiwo Awoniyi’s extraordinary odyssey from the streets of Ilorin to the pinnacle of English football is a story of perseverance, resilience, and unyielding determination that has captured the hearts of football fans around the world. Born into a modest family of six in the industrial city of Ilorin, Kwara State, Taiwo’s childhood was defined by humble beginnings. Read Also: Esther …

In his much-anticipated debut for Gbadaga FC against Broadcity FC in the Creative Championship League, Patrick had a performance that demonstrated his confidence and potential. Read Also: Buruj FC Edges Out Bright Future FC in Thrilling 3-2 Encounter After the game, Patrick shared his thoughts, expressing his belief that he gave his all, even though there were a few hiccups …

In a disappointing start to December, Paul Onuachu failed to find the net as Trabzonspor suffered a league defeat against Kayserispor at Papara Park, on Sunday. Onuachu, previously on a scoring streak with three goals in as many matches, played the entire game but was limited to just four shots. The game’s decisive moment came in the 88th minute when …

The atmosphere at the Super Falcons camp electrified on Tuesday with the arrival of 11 players, signaling the team’s preparation for the 2024 Olympic Games qualifying showdown against the Indomitable Lionesses of Cameroon. Led by head coach Randy Waldrum, who recently secured a contract extension with the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), the coaching staff joined the players in camp. Waldrum, …

In an exclusive interview with the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF), Super Falcons Head Coach Randy Waldrum shared his thoughts on his return to Nigeria and the upcoming doubleheader against Cameroon. Read Also: “It’s Not Athletics, It’s Football”: Remo Stars Coach Ogunmodede Reflects on Draw Against Abia Warriors in NPFL Clash Waldrum, whose contract was extended based on his World Cup …

Paul Pogba reportedly tested positive for testosterone after Juventus’ clash with Udinese in Serie A, and has been provisionally suspended. Per Corriere della Sera in Italy, Pogba tested positive for the banned substance during an anti-doping test after the fixture. The former Manchester United midfielder has three days in which to respond to the charge, and must produce a counter-analysis …