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Nigerian midfielder Alex Iwobi has opened up about the differences in managerial approach between Carlo Ancelotti and Arsène Wenger. Reflecting on his experience, Iwobi explained that Ancelotti often delegated coaching responsibilities to his son, Davide Ancelotti, while taking on a more observant role. “There is a big difference in the management style,” said the Nigerian midfielder. “Obviously, when it was …

Victor Ozhianvuna is not a name many Nigerians have heard before in relation to playing for the Nigerian senior team, reports OwnGoalNigeria.com. However, he is a household name in the Republic of Ireland, where he became a star at the age of 17 playing for top division league leaders Shamrock Rovers. His promotion caught the attention of Arsenal who soon …

Bruno Fernandes has been crowned Male Footballer of the Year by the Football Writers’ Association after an outstanding season with Manchester United. The Portuguese midfielder has been rewarded for his consistency, leadership and creative influence throughout the season, despite Manchester United’s mixed results. He has eight goals and 20 assists in 34 appearances in all competitions, playing an important role …

Post views: 210 By Silvernews Egbu residents and friends of Mr Celestine Ogu gathered on Sunday to celebrate his promotion to the rank of Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP). The colorful celebration, held at the community’s popular neighborhood corner meeting point, attracted friends, brothers and well-wishers from different walks of life, who gathered to honor the officer for his …

Ghana took an early lead over Nigeria after securing a 4-3 lead in a pre-Commonwealth Games international boxing friendly held in Accra on Thursday night. ALSO READ: TASFUED reunion match pays tribute to late Oreanobi Ridwan in emotional goalless encounter The pre-event featured seven full bouts in the men’s and women’s divisions, with the hosts topping the competition thanks to …

Mikel Arteta has confirmed that he will not be able to count on his players for Sunday’s Premier League derby against West Ham United, arsenalnews.co.uk reports. The Gunners currently have 76 points after 35 games, five ahead of second-placed Manchester City, who have a game in hand against Crystal Palace. Man City play first this weekend against Brentford tomorrow, and …

Super Falcons head coach, Justin Maduguhas opened up about the growing frustration surrounding Nigeria’s lack of international matches, revealing that several countries are deliberately avoiding friendlies against the African giants. Speaking in an exclusive interview with to Brila.netMadugu admitted that the situation is harming the team’s preparations and revealed that the Nigerian Football Federation has approached several countries for matches, …

Post views: 35 By Silvernews The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Imo State Chapter, will hold a capacity building workshop aimed at strengthening the ethical and professional use of Artificial Intelligence in the practice of sports journalism.The training, themed “Ethics and Professionalism in the Era of Generative Artificial Intelligence”, will take place on Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at …

By: David Akande Nigerian midfielder Christantus Uche may have played his last game for Crystal Palace after a disappointing loan spell at the Premier League club. Uche joined the Eagles on a season-long loan from Getafe CF but has not featured since the 3-1 win over Tottenham Hotspur, despite impressing for Getafe last season. Reports indicate that the 22-year-old has …

Nigeria has opened a training camp in Lagos as preparations intensify for the 2026 African Senior Athletics Championships, which begin in Accra, Ghana, on May 12. Athletes representing the country at the world relays in Botswana moved straight to camp after returning to Nigeria on Wednesday afternoon. Training activities are expected to begin on Thursday evening at the Yabatech Sports …