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The Nigeria U20 team coach Aliyu Zubairu explained the reason behind the defeat of his team’s opening game against Norway in the current U20 World Cup in Chile, reports Owngoalnigeria.com. A goal in the ninth minute of Rasmus Holten said that Norway obtained his campaign in the current U20 World Cup with a flight start with a 1-0 victory over …

Arsenal have won their second victory in many matches in the UEFA Champions League when they seal the 2-0 victory over Olympiakos on Wednesday night. The initial purpose of Gabriel Martinelli made the Gunners on his way to victory before Bukayo Saka sealed victory in additional time. After defeating the athletic club in the first match of their competition, the …

Super Star Falcons Nigeria and Al Hilal striker, Asisat Oshoala, were named the best player of the Saudi Women’s Premier League (SWPL) this month for September. The league confirmed its victory by post on the official X account on Wednesday. Oshoala was impressed in his debut month with Al Hilal, giving three goals and two assists even though he had …

The heavyweight teenage phenomenon, Moses Itauma, illuminated the 65 celebrations of Nigeria’s Independence Day with more than its presence. The 19 -year -old heavyweight prodigy, whose father comes from Nigeria, landed in Lagos on Tuesday and made his first public appearance on Independence Day, at a press conference full of anticipation and patriotic pride. Read also: Tinubu Breaks Tradition: Sports …

Roger Federer, the first man to win 20 Grand Slam Singles titles, and Juan Martin del Potro will lead the nominees for the International Tennis Hall of Fame 2026 class. The category of players recognizes ATP and WTA players who have achieved a distinguished record of competitive achievements at the highest international level: It was Federer who marked the beginning …

Nigeria @ 65: Mark urges NSC to establish the platform to celebrate athletes for contributions Abuja (basic reporter) in the role of Nigeria marks his 65th anniversary of the independence on Wednesday 1 October, the promoter of basketball and initiator of the Mark D ‘Ball basketball championship, Mr. Igoche Mark, praised the athletes of the country for their exceptional contributions. …

Nigeria table tennis icon, Aruna Quadri He has admitted that he struggled to handle the Denmark service Anders Lindfollowing his Defeat in straight sets In the first round of China Smash Tournament. African No.1 had entered the contest with great hopes of a deep career, but the complicated LIND service game and tactical precision saw him dominate the key moments, …

The player, who replaced Raphael Onyediedika with the Brugge club in a 2-1 house loss against Atalanta with a draw in the UEFA Champions League, admitted that his mistake made the Italian club return to the match. Cisse Sandra made a mistake with 15 remaining minutes when his back pass to Sabbe was too short, and Jackers would eventually commit …

Mr. Jens Ole Bach Hansen, the Danish ambassador to Nigeria, had a significant impact on Monday by expressing his enthusiasm for the notable facilities in FC Ebedei Stadium and Ebedei Sports College in APELE-SAGAMU. This visit marks an innovative moment in the history of Nigerian football, highlighting the transformative advances that are made in the football infrastructure in Ebedei Sports …

The South Africa Football Association (SAFA) says that it is disappointed in the FIFA of the World Football Government Body for its decision to deduce three points of its account in the World Cup qualifiers to present a not eligible player, reports Owngoalnigeria.com. FIFA officially communicated to South Africa the decision that sees them second in the group behind Benin …