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Nigerians shine, but Ethiopian duo win ECOWAS Abuja marathon

Ethiopian runners have claimed the top honours in the half marathon men’s and women’s categories of the 2023 ECOWAS Abuja International Marathon on Saturday. Though it was the East Africans that carried the day, Nigerian athletes represented the sub-region meritoriously; shining brightly across the podium. In the men’s half marathon, Gebresilase Abadi Haftamu of Ethiopia stormed to victory, securing a …

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NPFL24: Bendel Insurance Spank Gombe Utd 2-0 In Benin, Face Akwa Utd In Midweek Fixtures

Bendel Insurance Football Club, Friday evening shrugged off their burden of disappointments and put up an outstanding performance against Gombe Utd with a convincing 2-0 victory in the Nigeria Premier Football League Match Day 24 engagement in Benin. Read Also: Nigeria’s Flying Eagles Stumble in African Games Opener Against Uganda Sarki Ismael scored a brace to help the Benin Arsenal …

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What to Expect in the New Serie A Season

The 2023/24 Serie A season is set to kick off this weekend. Last season, Napoli shocked the football world by clinching the Serie A title. Their entertaining high-press and slick passing style took the whole of Italy by storm and Nigerian striker, Victor Osimhen was at the heart of it all. More than before in Nigeria, fans are looking forward …

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Havertz Late Goal Sends Arsenal To Top Spot After Dramatic Win Vs Brentford

A late Kai Havertz goal earned Arsenal a dramatic 2-1 win against Brentford at the Emirates in Saturday’s Premier League. Havertz has now scored a goal in each of his last four Premier League games. The win means Arsenal go top in the league table with Liverpool and Manchester City facing each other on Sunday. After dominanting the early part …

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Remo Stars Goalie Bankole Relishes Derby Win Over Sporting Lagos

Remo Stars goalkeeper Kayode Bankole is in ecstatic mood following the club’s 2-1 victory over Sporting Lagos in a Nigeria Premier Football League matchday clash on Sunday. The Sky Blues rallied to win the game after Jonathan Alukwu gave Sporting Lagos the lead on 21 minutes. Franck Mawuena restored parity for Remo Stars before Sikiru Alimi netted the winning goal …

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Emmanuel Amunike- “Hope For Nigerian Coaches Lies In Development Opportunities, Fan Collaboration”

In a recent exclusive interview on Sports World monitored by Sports247, former Nigeria International forward, Emmanuel Amunike, shed light on the pivotal role coaching platforms and fan engagement play in the development of football talent in Nigeria. Amunike, who scored nine goals in 27 appearances for the Super Eagles and played a significant role in securing the AFCON title in …

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NFF Advertises Super Eagles head coach Position, Eaglets’ too

NFF Advertises Super Eagles head coach Position, Eaglets’ too – Latest Sports News In Nigeria There were speculations that Jose Peseiro would be offered another contract to continue on the job.     Meanwhile, the NFF has not released any statement regarding the exit of the Portuguese whose social media post has now confirmed his …

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Asisat Oshoala honors Mohbad after Barcelona win

Asisat Oshoala honors Mohbad after Barcelona win – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Oshoala, like Mohbad is from Ikorodu area of Lagos State, South West Nigeria.   The singer died mysteriously last month, and the reason behind his death is still …

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Club Brugge Needs Major Decision on Onyedika

Club Brugge finds itself at a crossroads, contemplating the future of key players including Raphael Onyedika. Recent speculations surrounding potential departures have linked players like Jorne Spileers, Antonio Nusa, and Andreas Skov Olsen to moves away from the club.   However, foreign interest extends beyond this trio, with Onyedika emerging as a noteworthy prospect.   Reports from Turkish outlet GS …

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