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South Africa coach Desiree Ellis receives prestigious award after losing Olympics ticket to Nigeria’s Super Falcons

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Barely two weeks after getting outwitted by Nigeria’s Super Falcons and head coach Randy Waldrum, South Africa’s coach Desiree Ellis is ready to receive a significant accolade, Soccernet.ng reports. Coach Ellis will today, Thursday, April…

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No new contract for Iheanacho – Transfer expert hints at Leicester City’s verdict

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Transfer insider Dean Jones has shed light on the contract renewal situation of Kelechi Iheanacho at EFL Championship side Leicester City, as reported by Soccernet.ng. The Nigerian attacker, who made the switch from Manchester City to the…

“Top six or nothing” – Super Eagles midfielder targets big Premier League clubs ahead of summer move

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Super Eagles and Leicester City midfielder, Wilfred Onyinye Ndidi has set his sights on a move to one of the top six Premier League clubs when the transfer window opens, Soccernet.ng reports. The 27-year-old midfielder has been in fine…

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Ligue 1: Moffi scores, as Nice claim vital result at Marseille

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Super Eagles striker Terem Moffi scored for OGC Nice in their 2-2 draw against Marseile in their Ligue 1 fixture at the Stade Velodrome, Soccernet.ng reports. Nice returned to Ligue 1 action with a tough tie against French giants Marseille…

Wednesday, Apr 24

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WATCH: EPL-bound Lookman sends Atalanta to Coppa Italia’ final

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Super Eagles and Atalanta B.C. forward, Ademola Olajade Lookman, was instrumental in his side’s semi-final clash as they eased to a 4-1 victory over Fiorentina in the Coppa Italia, Soccernet.ng reports. The 26-year-old came off the bench…

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Photos: Asisat Oshoala links up with Milwaukee Bucks stars Giannis and Thanasis Antetokoumpo

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Super Falcons striker Asisat Oshoala has shared pictures of herself with Milwaukee Bucks star brothers Thanasis and Giannis Antetokoumpo, Soccernet.ng reports. While she has been busy on the pitch, Super Falcons star Oshoala has been…

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Photos: NFF President visits Troost Ekong, Moses Simon and Zaidu Sanusi ahead of World Cup qualifiers

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President of the Nigeria Football Federation, Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau recently paid a visit to some Super Eagles stars who are presently recovering from injuries, Soccernet.ng reports. The Super Eagles are gearing up to take on South…

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Victor Boniface or Joshua Zirkzee: Fabio Capello suggests whom AC Milan should consider

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Former Russian National Team head coach Fabio Capello weighs in on AC Milan’s potential striker options between Joshua Zirkzee and Victor Boniface, as per Soccernet.ng. Zirkzee, a Dutch-Nigerian talent, has emerged as a candidate to…

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“I understand why the legends cried” – Victor Osimhen anticipates emotional Napoli farewell

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Super Eagles and Napoli striker, Victor James Osimhen, expects his Napoli farewell to be an emotional one, hinting he could be moved to tears at the Diego Armando Maradona Stadium, Soccernet.ng reports. The 25-year-old joined Napoli from…

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Ex-Super Eagles coach names Oliseh, Okocha, snubs Kanu, Mikel Obi in Nigeria’s all-time Best XI

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Former Super Eagles coach Samson Siasia has included many of his former international teammates in his selection of Nigeria’s all-time best eleven, Soccernet.ng reports. In a chat with Edafe Matthew, Siasia picked Nigeria’s most capped…

Chelsea: Mikel Obi trolled for picking the “wrong club” over Man United

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Chris McHardy, Mikel Obi’s podcast co-anchor took to social media to bant former Super Eagles midfielder Mikel Obi following Chelsea’s 5-0 bashing at Arsenal on Tuesday night, Soccernet.ng reports. Former Premier League champions Chelsea…

5 Footballers and Their Side Hustles

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It is often claimed that footballers are a bit one-dimensional, spouting cliches in post-match interviews and promising that they will take things one game at a time. In the modern age, the reality is often completely different. The stars…

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Premier League legend Dwight Yorke urges Man Utd to sign one-time Super Eagles invitee

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Premier League legend Dwight Yorke is urging Manchester United to make a move for Crystal Palace’s exciting attackers Eberechi Eze and Michael Olise, Soccernet.ng reports. Yorke believes Man Utd should splash the cash on Olise and Eze, who…

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Super Eagles outcast hopeful for a new Rangers deal despite limited playing time

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Nigeria and Rangers defender, Leon Aderemi Balogun, is hoping to extend his stay with Rangers beyond next summer, Soccernet.ng reports. The 35-year-old has experienced a mixed season since he rejoined the Glasgow-based club on a free…

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Former Beşiktaş star warns Randy Waldrum, Super Falcons of the ‘age’ pitfall at the Paris Olympics

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Former Beşiktaş goalkeeper Ike Shorunmu has urged coach Randy Waldrum to focus on taking young and energetic players to the 2024 Paris Olympics for the best results, Soccernet.ng reports. Nigeria overcame Ethiopia, Cameroon, and South…

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Will Taiwo Awoniyi be ready to face Manchester City?

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Super Eagles striker Taiwo Awoniyi finds himself in the midst of a crucial injury setback, just as Nottingham Forest battles against relegation, Soccernet.ng reports. Awoniyi, who is currently serving his second injury spell of the season,…

Tuesday, Apr 23

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Ndidi scores again as five-star Leicester City condemn Aribo’s Southampton to damning defeat

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Super Eagles midfielder Wilfred Ndidi scored his second consecutive goal for Leicester City in their 5-0 bashing of Southampton at the King Power Stadium, Soccernet.ng reports. Championship leaders Leicester City welcomed fellow promotion…

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Vincent Enyeama gives two reasons why he did not apply for Super Eagles coaching job after Jose Peseiro

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2013 Africa Cup of Nations winner Vincent Enyeama has revealed his eyes are set on becoming the head coach of the Super Eagles in the not-too-distant future, Soccernet.ng reports. Enyeama confessed that two factors stopped him from joining…

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Reports: Iheanacho may snub Galatasaray, Fenerbahce, and Besiktas for Premier League return

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Super Eagles striker, Kelechi Iheanacho, is reportedly considering a departure from Leicester City as his contract with the club approaches its end this season, as reported by Soccernet.ng. Iheanacho’s time on the pitch has been limited…

Ultimate Guide to Soccer Betting: How to Pick a Trusted Platform

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In the dynamic world of online sports betting, finding a trusted platform for betting on soccer stands as the linchpin for a secure and fruitful betting journey. With the plethora of options available, discerning bettors are often at a…

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Photos: Leverkusen’s Boniface and CSKA Moscow forward Chidera Ejuke team up for sizzling snaps

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Bayer Leverkusen’s Victor Boniface and CSKA Moscow’s Chidera Ejuke have recently been spotted in a series of stylish snapshots, as reported by Soccernet.ng. The Nigerian duo took to Instagram to share a rare photo collaboration, showcasing…

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“Those people gave me the opportunity”- Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen reveals the major turning point in his career

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Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has revealed that the key period that shaped his career was when he sealed a transfer to Belgian club Royal Charleroi in 2018, Soccernet.ng reports. After his heroics at the 2015 Under-17 World Cup,…

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“Just like me, Ronaldo is in Saudi Arabia because of money”- Super Eagles striker Odion Ighalo

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Super Eagles striker Odion Ighalo has stated that he, Cristiano Ronaldo and most of the players in the Saudi Arabia are playing in the Saudi Arabian league because of money, Soccernet.ng reports. Ighalo left mainstream Europe for Saudi…

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“One of the best teams in the world” – Randy Waldrum evaluates Super Falcons’ squad ahead of Paris 2024

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Super Falcons head coach Randy Waldrum, recently opened up about coaching the Super Falcons and upcoming players who have been impressive so far, Soccernet.ng reports. Waldrum, who became the head coach of the Nigeria women’s national team…

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“They won’t take us for granted” – NFF President backs Super Falcons to fly high in Paris

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The President of the Nigerian Football Federation, Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau, has backed the Super Falcons of Nigeria to make the nation proud at the Paris 2024 Olympics, Soccernet.ng reports. A spot kick goal by Rasheedat Ajibade at the…

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Transfer: Atalanta’s Ademola Lookman eyes Premier League return in the summer

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Super Eagles and Atalanta BC forward, Ademola Olajade Lookman, has set his eyes on a return to the English Premier League after two seasons in the Italian Serie A, Soccernet.ng reports. The 26-year-old was Nigeria’s joint top-scorer at the…

Samuel Chukwueze’s Nigerian record shines despite AC Milan’s Milan derby loss to Inter

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AC Milan’s aspirations for a 20th Italian Serie A title were dashed with a 2-1 defeat to rivals Inter Milan in a highly anticipated Milan derby, as reported by Soccernet.ng. Despite the disappointment, Nigerian football has left an…

Monday, Apr 22

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Possible Onuachu replacement? Trabzonspor agree on deal for new striker

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Super Eagles striker Paul Onuachu could be on his way out of Trabzonspor, as the club has reached an agreement in principle with Standard Liege for the signing of Denis Dragus, Soccernet.ng reports. Onuachu joined Trabzonspor at the start…

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“Nigeria abandoned me” – Ex-Super Eagles coach Samson Siasia rues NFF’s role in five-year FIFA ban

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Former Super Eagles coach Samson Siasia has lamented about the lackadaisical treatment he got from the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) during the period when FIFA was investigating how for match-fixing, Soccernet.ng reports. In 2019,…

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Report: Raphael Onyedika’s transfer to Crystal Palace could cost 26 billion Naira

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Super Eagles midfielder Raphael Onyedika is reportedly on the radar of English Premier League side Crystal Palace, as reported by Soccernet.ng. Crystal Palace aims to reinforce their midfield and has been linked with Leicester City’s…