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Nigeria join hosts Morocco, South Africa, Ghana, Egypt, Cameroon in Pot 1 of AFCON 2025 draw

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Nigeria’s Super Eagles have been placed in Pot 1 ahead of the draw for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), Soccernet.ng reports. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) announced the draw procedure on Wednesday, with a total of 48…

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“Mikel Obi needs help” – Super Eagles legend Sunday Oliseh fires shots at former Chelsea star

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Former Super Eagles coach Sunday Oliseh has fired shots at Mikel Obi after the former Chelsea star openly questioned his coaching ability on his podcast, Soccernet.ng reports. Sunday Oliseh was appointed as Super Eagles coach in July 2015,…

“Forget I have German pali” – Nigeria legend Sunday Oliseh wants Super Eagles return amidst World Cup woes

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Former Nigeria international Sunday Oliseh has expressed his willingness to return as coach of the Super Eagles to help them qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Soccernet.ng reports. Nigeria failed to qualify for the 2022 World Cup in…

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Paris 2024: Oshoala, Nnadozie headline Super Falcons’ Olympics squad

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Super Falcons coach Randy Waldrum has revealed his list of 18 players ahead of the 2024 Paris Olympics slated for later this month, Soccernet.ng reports. Nigeria’s Falcons will return to the Olynpics for the first time since 2008, and they…

Super Eagles star offered to Celtic, with Brendan Rodgers reunion playing key role

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Super Eagles midfielder, Wilfred Ndidi, has been offered to Scottish League Champions, Celtic, after his contract with Leicester City expired, Soccernet.ng reports. The 27-year-old is currently a free agent after leaving the King Power…

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Confirmed: Former Super Eagles coach takes over the reins at Rivers United

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Former Super Eagles and Enyimba International coach, Finidi George is set to become the head coach of NPFL side, Rivers United, Soccernet.ng reports. The 53-year-old manager was in charge of the Super Eagles during the March International…

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“I was shocked” – Ex-Flying Eagles star reveals how Wayne Rooney influenced his move to England

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Former Nigeria Flying Eagles striker Muhammad Tijani has shared the behind-the-scenes details of his move from Slavia Prague to Plymouth Argyle, Soccernet.ng reports. The EFL Championship side, now under the management of former Manchester…

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“My man” - Super Eagles’ Samuel Chukwueze shows support for AC Milan teammate in 2024 Euros

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Super Eagles forward Samuel Chukwueze has shared a picture of himself wearing Theo Hernandez’s France jersey, Soccernet.ng reports. The 2024 European Championships has reached the knockout rounds after two weeks of competitive football.…

Tuesday, Jul 2

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Transfer: Amadou Onana’s sale to free up space in Everton for Super Eagles midfielder

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Versatile Super Eagles midfielder, Wilfred Ndidi, will join Sean Dyche’s Everton if Belgian midfielder, Amadou Onana moves on from the club, Soccernet.ng reports. The 27-year-old’s contract at the King Power Stadium came to an end after…

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Report: Super Eagles striker to remain in Serie A despite exit fears

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Super Eagles striker Isaac Success will remain af Udinese next season despite his poor returns in front of goal last season, Soccernet.ng reports. Success has been at Udinese since 2021, when he joined the club from Watford for €1.8…

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Southampton, Wolves, and Rangers to lock horns for Super Eagles star

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Two English Premier League clubs, Southampton and Wolverhampton, as well as Scottish side Rangers FC, are reportedly eyeing a move for Bright Osayi-Samuel, Soccernet.ng reports. Earlier reports reveal that Fenerbahce’s new manager, Jose…

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“We can make Nigeria the best team in Africa” – Swiss football coach promises to turn things around with the Super Eagles

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Coach of the Central African Republic national football team, Raoul Savoy, has revealed the Super Eagles of Nigeria have all it takes to be a top team despite their recent results, Soccernet.ng reports. The 51-year-old Swiss coach is…

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“Here we go” – Asisat Oshoala wants Barcelona to sign fleet-footed Spanish winger

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Super Falcons and Bay F.C. forward, Asisat Lamina Oshoala, has urged her former club, Barcelona, to make a move for Athletic club winger, Nico Williams, Soccernet.ng reports. Nico Willams, the younger brother to Ghana’s Iñaki Williams, has…

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Ex-Arsenal and Man City star backs Guirassy over Osimhen, Lookman for CAF Player of the Year

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Reigning Africa Best, Victor Osimhen faces stiff competition from Bundesliga star Serhou Guirassy for the CAF Player of the Year award, Soccernet.ng reports. Guirassy, who enjoyed a sensational season with VfB Stuttgart, has garnered…

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Super Eagles star drops three-heart emoji for Ronaldo after penalty shootout drama

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Super Eagles star Victor Boniface responded to a social media post by Cristiano Ronaldo following Portugal’s dramatic penalty shootout victory against Slovenia, as reported by Soccernet.ng. The Portuguese talisman issued an apology on his…

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Euro 2024: Ex-Super Eagles coach supports Portugal in R16 win over Slovenia

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Former Super Eagles coach Jose Peseiro was spotted at Deutsche Bank Park as Portugal defeated Slovenia in their Round-of-16 clash, Soccernet.ng reports. The Portuguese national team aimed to bounce back from a heavy 2-0 defeat to Georgia…

Monday, Jul 1

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Real Sociedad to make summer gamble on Sadiq Umar

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Spanish Laliga club Real Sociedad will make their final decision on Super Eagles striker Sadiq Umar during this summer’s pre-season, Soccernet.ng reports. Sadiq joined Real Sociedad from Almeria two years ago in a club-record €20 million…

Visa issues prevents Nigerian striker from joining Aberdeen team-mates in Portugues pre-season camp

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New Aberdeen signing, Peter Ambrose, will be unable to join his teammates for their pre-season campaign in Portugal due to visa issues, Soccernet.ng reports. The 22-year-old Nigerian striker joins the Scottish side on a free transfer after…

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After snubbing Nigeria, former Super Eagles boss is set for coaching return to Saudi Arabia

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Portuguese coach Jose Peseiro is set to make a comeback to coaching, months after leaving his role as head coach of Nigeria’s Super Eagles, Soccernet.ng reports. Peseiro had a notable tenure with the Super Eagles, leading them to the final…

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Watch: Forgotten Super Eagles midfielder trains with Victor Boniface, Raphael Onyedika ahead of pre-season

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Forgotten Super Eagles midfielder Kingsley Michael has shared a video of himself training with compatriots Victor Boniface, Raphael Onyedika, and David Okereke ahead of pre-season, Soccernet.ng reports. Michael made his debut for Nigeria…

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No Napoli u-turn: Osimhen set on summer exit amid Man United links

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Super Eagles attacker Victor Osimhen is determined to leave Napoli this summer amid recent links with Manchester United, Soccernet.ng reports. Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has reported that the Nigerian forward is close to securing a…

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Fisayo Dele-Bashiru: Lazio make breakthrough in transfer logjam with Nigeria and Hatayspor star

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Lazio are close to securing the services of Fisayo Dele-Bashiru after making significant progress in transfer negotiations with Turkish club Hatayspor, Soccernet.ng reports. The Italian club has been in discussions with Dele-Bashiru and…

Sunday, Jun 30

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Transfer: Saudi First Division club snap up ex-Lobi Stars striker Anthony Okpotu

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Saudi First Division club, Al-Adalah have signed former Lobi Stars striker, Anthony Okpotu on a free transfer after his contract with Al-Ain expired, Soccernet.ng reports. The 30-year-old put pen to paper with Al-Adalah after Al-Ain…

Zaidu Sanusi out? Porto launch hunt for new left full-back

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Former Portuguese Primera Liga champions Porto are searching for a new left-back to sign this summer, Soccernet.ng reports. Super Eagles left-back Zaidu Sanusi spent the second half of the season on the treatment table after suffering a…

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Transfer: Manchester United offer Danish striker plus cash in exchange for Victor Osimhen

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Three-time UEFA Champions League winners, Manchester United are keen on signing Victor Osimhen from Napoli, Soccernet.ng reports. The 2023 CAF player of the Year won the league with Napoli in the 2022/2023 season. He also won the leagues…

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If Messi and Neymar could do it, my players can- El Kanemi coach Aliyu Zubairu backs youngsters for continental football

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El Kanemi coach Aliyu Zubairu has affirmed his belief in his players after their 2-0 victory over Abia Warriors in the final of the President’s Federation Cup, Soccernet.ng reports. Coach Zubairu led El Kanemi to their first Federation Cup…

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Champions: El-Kanemi Warriors end 32-year wait as Rivers Angels win ninth Federation Cup

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El-Kanemi Warriors Clinch Third Nigerian Federation Cup Title El-Kanemi Warriors secured their third Nigerian Federation Cup title with a 2-0 victory over Abia Warriors in the final played at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena in Lagos on Saturday…

Saturday, Jun 29

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Current Situation: Will NFF settle for top-class foreign coach over a local one to replace Finidi?

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The Nigeria Football Federation’s hunt for a new head coach of the Super Eagles of Nigeria continues as they gear up for a World Cup ticket, Soccernet.ng reports. The Nigerian Eagles are on the verge of missing out on the 2026 World Cup…

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Sevilla, Valencia, and Bologna hand lifeline to Super Eagles forward

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Top European clubs are reportedly vying for the signature of Super Eagles forward Sadiq Umar, who is struggling to show his worth at Real Sociedad, Soccernet.ng reports. The Nigerian international joined the Reale Arena outfit in the 2022…

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Finidi George set for NPFL return as Rivers United eye former Super Eagles coach

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Finidi George may soon return to coaching just days after stepping down as the head coach of the Super Eagles, Soccernet.ng reports. Finidi, who initially served as an assistant and caretaker coach, was appointed head coach of the Super…