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Wednesday, Mar 25

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Super Eagles Players Not To Blame for 2026 FIFA WCQ Failure – Ighalo

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Former Super Eagles striker, Odion Ighalo has expressed disappointment over Nigeria’s failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Speaking with Brila.net, Ighalo cited poor preparation as the main reason behind the Team’s failure.…

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Calvin Bassey Pulls Out of Iran, Jordan Friendlies

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The Super Eagles have been dealt a significant setback following an injury to Calvin Bassey during training earlier today. The defender was forced to withdraw from the session after sustaining a back injury, with the full extent of the…

World Class! Former Man United Forward Rates Victor Osimhen

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Former Super Eagles and Manchester United striker, Odion Ighalo has hit back at critics who claim that Victor Osimhen is not a world class player. Speaking in an interview with Brila.net, Ighalo defended his compatriot, highlighting…

Victor Osimhen Return Date After Surgery Uncertain

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Victor Osimhen has successfully undergone surgery following the injury he sustained during UEFA Champions League 2nd-leg, Round of 16 clash against Liverpool. Galatasaray announced the development via its official X account, stating: “In…

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CRICKET: Unbeaten Rwanda Crush Nigeria’ Female Yellow Green AGAIN

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Rwanda’s women’s cricket team delivered a commanding performance, defeating Nigeria’s Female Yellow Green by six wickets to maintain their unbeaten run at the ongoing Patricia Kambarami Cup in Lagos. Played at the iconic Tafawa Balewa…

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“I CAN’T BE A COACH!” – Asisat Oshoala Reveals Post-Retirement Plan

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Six-time African Women’s Player of the Year, Asisat Oshoala, has made a surprising revelation about her life after football, firmly ruling out a future on the sidelines as a coach. Widely known as “Agba Baller,” Oshoala is a towering…

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Why Mo Salah Decided to Depart From Liverpool (Full Details)

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The long, emotional farewell has officially begun for Mohamed Salah, one of the greatest players ever to grace the Premier League, after confirmation that he will leave Liverpool FC at the end of the season. After nine unforgettable years…

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D’Tigress Line Up Blockbuster Clash with LA Sparks Ahead of World Cup

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Nigeria’s senior and national women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, are set to make history with a blockbuster preseason clash against Los Angeles Sparks during their upcoming tour of the United States. The huge fixture, confirmed by the…

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Super Eagles Camp Comes Alive in Antalya Ahead of International Friendlies

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Nigeria’s camp in Antalya is gradually taking shape as preparations intensify for the upcoming international friendlies against Jordan and Iran. Twenty-one players have already checked into the team’s base at the Bellis Deluxe Hotel. Among…

Tuesday, Mar 24

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Super Eagles Coaches Arrive Antalya… Chelle Appears Chill Despite Contract Impasse

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The Super Eagles camp officially opened today in Antalya, Turkey, as Nigeria begins preparations for the upcoming international window. Coaches and team officials have already arrived in Istanbul and are expected to touch down in Antalya…

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Champions League Quarterfinals Explode with Clásico Chaos & English Civil War

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The UEFA Women’s Champions League quarterfinals burst into life this Tuesday and Wednesday, with eight of Europe’s finest clubs locked in a high-stakes battle for a place in the final in Oslo on May 23. With rivalries intensifying, history…

The importance of coaching adjustments during basketball matches

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In basketball, coaching adjustments during a match are a defining factor between teams that simply play and those that compete to win. By trying sport betting at 1xBet, you can also enjoy wagers on basketball too. While pre-game…

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“NNADOZIE THE WALL!” – Super Falcons Star Saves Brighton Again

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Three-time CAF Goalkeeper of the Year, Chiamaka Nnadozie was the commander of her goal post as Brighton & Hove Albion Women held Liverpool Women to a 0–0 draw in the Women’s Super League. The Super Falcons number one produced three crucial…

OFFICIAL: Morocco to Host 2026 U-17 Women’s World Cup as FIFA Announces Schedule

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World football governing body FIFA has officially confirmed that the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup Morocco 2026 will take place from 17 October to 7 November 2026 and will be staged on African soil. The announcement, made during the FIFA…

Monday, Mar 23

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Echegini Fires PSG to Coupe de France Last Four After Match-Winning Brace

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Super Falcons’ midfield sensation, Jennifer Echegini scored a brilliant brace to power Paris Saint-Germain Féminine to a hard-fought 2–1 victory over Dijon FCO Féminine and secure a place in the Coupe de France semi-finals. That night…

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How Manchester City Ended Arsenal Quadruple Dream in EFL Cup Defeat

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Manchester City delivered a ruthless second-half masterclass to defeat Arsenal 2-0 at Wembley, ending the Gunners’ hopes of a historic quadruple and handing Pep Guardiola a record-breaking fifth Carabao Cup triumph. A stunning four-minute…

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Ademola Lookman Sparks Madrid Derby Drama but Vinicius Jr. Steals Show

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Ademola Lookman got his second league goal for Atletico Madrid and it came in the biggest fixture the Nigerian has been involved in yet, scoring the opener against Real Madrid at the Santiago Bernabeu. Lookman who has been a major…

Saturday, Mar 21

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George Weah Criticizes CAF Over AFCON Controversy

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George Weah has voiced strong criticism of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) following its decision to strip Senegal of the AFCON 2025 trophy. Weah emphasized that football decisions must be made on the field of play, citing the…

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AFCON 2025 Decision U-turn ‘Baffles’ Pep Guardiola

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Manchester City head coach Pep Guardiola has criticized the CAF for controversially awarding the AFCON 2025 trophy to Morocco. Guardiola expressed his disbelief: “It’s a surprise! I don’t know the reason, but it’s a decision made behind…

Thursday, Mar 19

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Liverpool Ends Galatasaray’s UCL Fairytale… Osimhen Forced Off Injured at Anfield

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Galatasaray suffered a round of 16 exit from the UEFA Champions League following a 4–0 defeat to Liverpool FC at Anfield. Goals from Dominik Szoboszlai, Hugo Ekitike, Ryan Gravenberch, and Mohamed Salah did the trick for Liverpool. However…

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Eric Chelle Drops Osimhen, Nwabali for Friendlies Against Iran and Jordan

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Super Eagles Head coach, Eric Chelle has released a 23-man squad for the upcoming friendlies against Iran and Jordan, with a few notable inclusions and omissions drawing attention. Key players including Victor Osimhen, Stanley Nwabali and…

Wednesday, Mar 18

FIFA Rejects Nigeria’s Petition on DR Congo Eligibility, NFF Set to Appeal

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FIFA has dismissed a petition filed by the Nigeria Football Federation challenging the eligibility of players used by the DR Congo in their 2026 FIFA World Cup play-off clash. The NFF had raised concerns over alleged irregularities in the…

Tuesday, Mar 17

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AFCON 2025: Morocco Declared Winners After CAF Overturns Result

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The aftermath of the CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 final has taken a dramatic turn, as the Confederation of African Football (CAF) officially overturned the match result and awarded victory to Morocco. In a decisive ruling, CAF…

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Chelsea Star Signals Interest in Super Eagles

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Tosin Adarabioyo has reportedly indicated a willingness to commit his international future to the Nigeria. Adarabioyo has reportedly reached out to head coach Eric Chelle to express his interest in representing the Super Eagles. The…

Arokodare Rescues Wolves in 2–2 Draw Against Brentford

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Tolu Arokodare made a decisive impact off the bench as Wolverhampton Wanderers fought back to secure a 2–2 draw against Brentford. Brentford took the lead in the 22nd minute through Michael Kayode. A sweeping cross from Keane Lewis-Potter…

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2 Wins, 2 Losses… D’Tigress End FIBA Qualifiers Against Germany

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Nigeria’s women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, produced a spirited performance in their fourth FIBA Women’s World Cup Qualifiers fixture against hosts, France women’s national basketball team, but ultimately suffered a narrow 93–86 defeat…

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Osimhen Sends Strong Warning to Listless Liverpool

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Victor Osimhen was on target as Galatasaray secured an emphatic 3–0 victory over Istanbul Basaksehir in their latest league outing, with the Nigerian striker once again demonstrating his ability. Osimhen’s goal came from a move that…

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World Cup Play-off: FIFA Announces Sanctions for Nigeria and DR Congo

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FIFA has sanctioned both the NFF and their Congolese counterpart, Fédération Congolaise de Football Association, following incidents that occurred during the 2026 African World Cup play-off final. Nigeria received a financial penalty after…

Super Eagles Star Spills the Tea on NFF… Reveals Unusual Practices Bedeviling National Teams

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Alex Iwobi has spoken candidly about the differences between playing for England and the Nigeria national team, highlighting challenges faced while on international duty with Nigeria. Speaking about the structure within the England setup,…

Monday, Mar 16

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BREAKING: Chelsea Hit With Fine & Transfer Ban Over Secret Payments Scandal

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Chelsea FC have been fined £10.75 million and handed a suspended one-year transfer ban after admitting to historical breaches of rules set by the Premier League. The sanctions follow an extensive investigation into £47 million in…