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In a keenly contested match at the ongoing AFCON 2023, Nigeria faced Equatorial Guinea on Sunday, resulting in a hard-fought 1-1 draw. Coach Jose Peseiro expressed his sentiments in a post-match conference acknowledging the team’s efforts and the challenges they encountered during the game. Read Also: Falconets Triumph With 1-0 Win Over Burundi in FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup Qualifier, …

Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has expressed his admiration for the Premier League after he described the league as the best in the world. The Nigerian international made this known in a chat with CBS Sports, where he said that he’s enjoying his time with Napoli at the moment. “The rumour is going around about me linked with the Premier …

The Nigeria Women’s Football League (NWFL) received a delegation from the United Towns Agency for North South Cooperation (UTA) in Abuja.   The purpose of this meeting was to explore mutual interests and partnership opportunities. The NWFL has been actively engaging with various organizations to foster social, economic, structural, and technical growth within the country’s women’s football league.   The …

Cape Verde stunned the Black Stars of Ghana 2-1 in a thrilling Group B clash at the Felix Houphouet Boigny Stadium, Abidjan on Sunday night. Cape Verde took the lead through Jamiro Monteiro on 17 minutes. Ghana fought back with Mohammed Ashimeru slotting the ball home from outside the box. The goal was however ruled out for offside. The Black …

Raphael Onyedika Suspended for Crucial UECL Clash – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Onyedika, will be sidelined due to a red card received during the first leg, which saw Club Brugge fall 3-2 to Fiorentina. The 23-year-old midfielder’s expulsion came after receiving two bookings in quick succession, with the first caution issued on the 58th …

Former Flying Eagles forward Jerome Akor netted twice as Montpellier defeated their hosts Lorient 3-0 in a Ligue 1 clash at the Stade Yves Allainmat-Le Moustoir on Sunday night. Montpellier ended a five-game barren run following the comprehensive away victory. Akor gave his side the lead on the hour mark with Mousa Tamari providing the assist. The visitors maintained the …

In a press interaction on Saturday, Captain Ahmed Musa of the Super Eagles candidly admitted to the significant pressure the team is facing as they strive to dispel skepticism at the upcoming African Cup of Nations. Musa underscored that the heightened expectations are, in part, attributed to the presence of the reigning African Player of the Year, Victor Osimhen. “We …

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has unveiled the venues and dates for the upcoming President Federation Cup Round of 32 fixtures, marking a significant milestone in the prestigious tournament’s calendar. Read Also: NLO UPDATE: “We Tried To Give Everything” – Sulaiman As Real Sapphire FC Secures Victory Against Crime Fighters FC The announcement, communicated through a letter addressed to all …

The President of Nigeria Football Federation Alhaji Ibrahim Gusau talking to Kelechi Iheanacho during the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations Qualifiers training for Nigeria at Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo, Nigeria on 9 September 2023 © Justina Aniefiok/BackpagePix Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau, the President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), exudes confidence in the Super Eagles’ ability to secure victory …

Two late goals from Joselu saw Real Madrid come from a goal down to beat Bayern Munich 2-1 inside the Santiago Bernabeu and reach this season’s UEFA Champions League final. Madrid progressed into the final 4-3 on aggregate after holding the Bundesliga giants to a 2-2 draw in the first leg in Munich last week Tuesday. Alphonso Davies had given …