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Rivers United midfielder Austin Okejepha says the team will go all out for a win against Kano Pillars on Sunday. The encounter is billed for the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium, Port Harcourt. “The game is very important for us,” Okejepha said in a short video interview posted on the club’s X handle. “We really need the points because the last game …

In the wake of TradeSafe FC’s thrilling 2-1 victory against Crown FC on Monday, defender Freedom Marvelous shared his excitement and reflections on the high-stakes match. Marvelous expressed gratitude for the hard-fought win and emphasized the team’s resilience in overcoming challenges. Read Also: TradeSafe FC Goalkeeper Igaga Emmanuel Optimistic, Eager To Improve After 2-1 Victory Against Crown FC “As always, …

Abia Comets FC displayed a formidable team effort as they clinched a crucial 2-1 away victory over Vandrezzer FC in a thrilling Matchday 12 encounter of the 2023/2024 Nigeria National League (NNL) Southern Conference A, held at the Uyo Township Stadium. The match marked the commencement of the second stanza of the season after a brief hiatus, and Abia Comets …

Chippa United head coach Morgan Mammila believes the club’s first choice goalkeeper Stanley Nwabili will be included in Nigeria’s squad to the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. Nwabili has kept seven clean sheets in 13 league matches this season, including the 2-0 over Golden Arrows over the weekend. Super Eagles head coach, Jose Peseiro was at the club’s training last …

Victor Osimhen missed the chance to continue his scoring streak, but it was enough to prevent Napoli from securing an historic Serie A win against Juventus on Sunday. Going into Sunday’s game, Osimhen had scored in Napoli’s last three games in all competitions. The reigning CAF Player of the Year, saw his 88th minute penalty saved, but Giacomo Raspadori reacted …

Wayne Rooney Urges Awoniyi to Improve – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Despite scoring twice for Nottingham Forest in his return from injury last month, Awoniyi faced criticism for a goalless performance against Liverpool, which was attributed to Nottingham Forest’s defeat.   Rooney remains optimistic, asserting that the talented striker has the potential to pose …

Former Flying Eagles striker Chukwubukem Charles Ikwuemesi is undergoing a routine medical before he completes a transfer to Serie A club Salernitana. The striker of Slovenian club NK Celje was previously close to signing for newly promoted Ligue 1 club Le Havre before the deal fell through. Negotiations were also at a very advanced stage for him to join Latvian …

The Governor of Edo State Mr Godwin Obaseki has called on sports loving Edo people to come out in their large number to cheer Bendel Insurance Football Club to victory against ASO Chlef FC of Algeria on Saturday at the Samuel Ogbemudia stadium, Benin. The Benin Arsenals and the Algerian opponents ASO Chlef are scheduled to lock horns in the …

Bendel Insurance Football Club of Benin endured a disappointing outing as they succumbed to a 2-0 defeat against former league champions Plateau United in a Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) encounter. The match, held at the New Jos International Stadium, saw Plateau United seize control with a commanding performance, leaving the Benin Arsenals grappling for form after their recent 1-0 …

Chukwueze sidelined with hamstring for four weeks – Latest Sports News In Nigeria According to Italian tabloid, Corriere dello Sport, Chukwueze could miss four weeks of action after sustaining a hamstring injury while on national duty with Nigeria. The AC Milan …