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Asisat Oshoala Makes History with Bay FC – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Oshoala, making her debut for the newly acquired team, found the back of the net just 17 minutes into the match, clinching the decisive goal in a historic victory.   The 29-year-old Nigerian forward joined Albertin Montoya’s squad from Barcelona Ladies last …

Plateau United, a prominent team in the Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL), is under scrutiny and facing substantial penalties following a breach of NPFL24 Framework & Rules during their Matchday 15 fixture against Kwara United on Thursday, December 21. The disciplinary action stems from players and officials of Plateau United allegedly harassing match officials after the game in Jos. Read …

Finidi George, the head coach of Enyimba, remains confident that the Nigerian champions can secure a spot in the semi-finals of the African Football League. Despite trailing Wydad Athletic Club. Enyimba 1-0, Finidi stated that his side can get the needed win in the second leg. Enyimba will face Wydad in the second leg of their quarter-final matchup today at …

The Nigeria Football Federation has warned Football Associations in the 36 States of the Federation and the FCT to play their Federation Cup final matches on either 30th March or 31st March as instructed by the NFF, or risk a penalty of N1million. Ruth David, NFF’s Director of Competitions, said on Monday that the football-ruling body will no longer condone …

Abia Warriors have announced the appointment of Ike Shorunmu as their new goalkeeper’s coach. The former Super Eagles goalie was unveiled by Abia Warriors chairman, John Obuh in a brief but impressive ceremony witnessed by members of management. Obuh said he decided to go for the former Shooting Stars shot stopper because of his vast experience and antecedents hoping that …

European Champions Manchester City have made history with their triumph at the FIFA Club World Cup final as they defeated Fluminense. The final which took place in Saudi Arabia on Friday night saw the English side thrash their Brazilian counterparts 4-0. City, who sealed the treble last season, have now clinched their first ever Club World Cup. More to follow… …

Nigeria Premier Football League outfit Bayelsa United are set to host a five-a- side tournament. The competition is in preparation for the upcoming NPFL season. The competition will take place on Thursday, September 21 at Hamilton Garden, Azikoro in Yenagoa the capital of Bayelsa State. The tournament will start at 8.am in the morning. Read Also:CAFCC: We Will Beat Rivers …

Team manager of Ekiti United FC, Adedeji Adu has charged players and staff of the club to be more determined and focused ahead of the 2023-24 football season. Read Also: CAFCC: Bendel Insurance Pip ASO Chlef 1-0 In First Preliminary Game Adu stated this while addressing players of the club on resumption on Thursday morning at the Oluyemi Kayode Stadium, …

Chippa United’s standout goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabili, is reportedly in discussions for a potential move to Belgian Pro League side, Union St Gilloise. Nwabili, 27, has caught the attention with his stellar performances in the South African top-flight league, earning recognition as one of the best shot stoppers in Africa. Sources suggest that Union St Gilloise is eyeing Nwabili as a …

Manchester City thrashed Brazilian club Fluminense 4-0 in Friday’s final of the FIFA Club World Cup in Saudi Arabia. A brace from Julian Alvarez, a lone strike from Phil Foden and an own goal by Fluminense’s Nino sealed the dominant win for City. Guardiola has become the first manager to win the FIFA Club World Cup with three different teams, …