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Super Eagles striker, Victor Osimhen has declared he’ll wear a protective face mask for the remainder of his professional football career. This decision stems from a harrowing incident in November 2021 when Osimhen endured multiple facial fractures in a collision with Inter Milan defender, Milan Skriniar during a Serie A game.   The surgeon overseeing Osimhen’s treatment disclosed that the …

Finidi Addresses “Frosty” Relationship With Super Eagles Players – Latest Sports News In Nigeria In his debut press conference following his unveiling as the team’s head coach in Abuja, Finidi candidly admitted concerns about his relationship with players.   The concerns come amidst brewing controversy surrounding his tenure as interim boss, with reports surfacing of …

Sao Tome and Principe head coach Adriano Eusebio has named a 21-man squad for his side’s 2023 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Nigeria. The Patriots will file out against the three-time African champions in the Group A clash at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo on Sunday, September 10. The Super Falcons have already secured a place in Cote …

Inter Lagos FC’s coach, Gabriel Ezema has rolled out a massive gameplan, which he believes would help his team gain promotion to the Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL). Read Also: Amputee Football Federation Receives More Accolades For Promoting Nigeria’s Image The man fondly called ‘Gabbe’ stated as much after his side pulled off a stunning 2-0 win over visiting Ijebu …

The Confederation of African Football on Tuesday declared that all 20 players presented by Nigeria for the WAFU B U17 Championship starting in Accra, Ghana on Wednesday have passed the examination in flying colours. The declaration of eligibility of all the 20 players is testimony that the tests conducted on the players by the Nigeria Football Federation before the team’s …

Nigerian winger, Ademola Lookman, shared his optimism and positive mindset as the Super Eagles gear up for a crucial Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2023 encounter against the host nation, Cote d’Ivoire. Lookman acknowledged the significance of facing the host team on their home turf but emphasized the team’s determination to leverage the vibrant atmosphere. Read Also: #SupereaglesAFCON: “I’d like …

Amokachi named Super Eagles Assistant Coach – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Finidi was introduced to the media at an event along with the Minister of Sports John Owan Enoh and NFF President Ibrahim Gusau at the FA headquarters in Abuja, this Monday.   The 52 year-old was given a one-year contract and tasked with …

Chidera Nduka the dynamic forward of Nasarawa United FC, clinched the Man-of-the-Match award in the opening match of the NNL season that gave them a 1-0 victory over Zamfara United FC. In a testament to his exceptional performance, the recognition was bestowed by sports journalists who covered the game. Read Also: Usman Adams Guides Nasarawa United to a Winning Start …

Ghanaian striker Raphael Dwamena has died after collapsing on the pitch during a league match in Albania on Saturday. 28-year-old Dwamena was playing for Egnatia against Partizani. “Despite the immediate intervention of specialist doctors he unfortunately passed away,” said the Albanian Football Federation (AFL). Dwamena was the leading scorer in the Albanian league this season with nine goals. The Ghanaian …

Super Eagles striker Victor Boniface scored a decisive stoppage-time penalty, securing a 1-0 victory for Bayer Leverkusen against Qarabag in Group H of the Europa League. The game was deadlocked until Leverkusen earned a penalty in the 94th minute. Boniface calmly converted the late penalty, tallying his third goal and second assist in four games for Die Werkself in the …