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Rangers suffer big blow with Super Eagles star set to miss title-deciding Old Firm Derby

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Rangers and Super Eagles central defender, Leon Aderemi Balogun will be out of action this weekend when his team face Celtic in the Old-Firm Derby, Soccernet.ng reports. The 35-year-old defender seemed to have hit a purple patch regarding…

Battle of Dublin: Ademola Lookman gets date with Boniface and Tella in Europa League final after heroics against Marseile

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Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman scored for Atalanta in their 3-0 win over Olympique Marseille in the second leg of their Europa League semi-final title at the Gewiss Stadium, Soccernet.ng. Lookman was on the starting lineup when…

Thursday, May 9

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Nathan Tella and Victor Boniface cruise to Europa League final with Bayer Leverkusen after dramatic draw with Roma

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Super Eagles stars Nathan Tella and Victor Boniface have qualified for the final of the UEFA Europa League after a dramatic 2-2 draw against Roma in the second leg of the semi-final at BayArena, Soccernet.ng reports. German kings Bayer…

“Sweet girl tryna shoot her shot like a rifle” – Alex Iwobi raps in Paris music vlog

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Fulham FC star Alex Iwobi has once again showcased his impressive lyrical prowess in a newly released video, Soccernet.ng reports. The musical side of the former Arsenal forward is a well-known part of him, as he has often expressed that…

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Photos: Borussia Dortmund star Karim Adeyemi and his rapper girlfriend flaunt their love on social media, unfazed by critics

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Borussia Dortmund sensation Karim Adeyemi and his girlfriend are not letting critics get in the way of their happiness, Soccernet.ng reports. The 22-year-old footballer, who is of Nigerian descent, recently wowed fans with a spectacular…

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United States U19 coach rejects Nigeria’s “insulting” salary offer to be Finidi George’s assistant – report

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United States U19 coach Michael Nsien has turned down an offer from the Nigeria Football Federation to assist newly appointed Super Eagles coach George Finidi following contractual disagreements between the two parties, Soccernet.ng…

I believe in Ola Aina – Says Super Eagles legend as Nottingham Forest face EPL relegation battle

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Super Eagles legend, Sunday Oliseh, has shown his belief in his compatriot and Super Eagles defender, Ola Aina, whose club is battling relegation, Soccernet.ng reports. Aina’s Nottingham Forest is currently languishing in the relegation…

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“His preference is England” – Italian transfer expert hints at Chelsea move for Super Eagles striker

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Italian transfer expert, Gianluca Di Marzio, has hinted that Super Eagles striker, Victor James Osimhen, will head to England in the summer, Soccernet.ng reports. The 25-year-old had a great time with the Italian club last season, claiming…

“Napoli can’t find another Osimhen” – Ex-Italy striker Galderisi

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Former Italy international Giuseppe Galderisi believes Napoli cannot find another player like Victor Osimhen in Europe, Soccernet.ng reports. Osimhen has been an integral part of Napoli’s team for the last three seasons. The Nigeria…

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Ex-Super Eagles coach tips Real Madrid star for Ballon d’Or after superb Champions League performance against Bayern Munich

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Former Super Eagles coach Sunday Oliseh has tipped Real Madrid star Vinicius Junior to win the Ballon d’Or after his superb performance in their dramatic 2-1 win over Bayern Munich in the semi-final of the UEFA Champions League on…

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Good news! Super Eagles captain William Ekong returns to full training as crucial World Cup qualifiers approach

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It is good news for Nigeria as William Troost-Ekong has returned to full training at Greek club side PAOK Saloniki, months after undergoing surgery, reports Soccernet.ng. The 30-year-old underwent surgery days after his Player of the…

Wednesday, May 8

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Report: Osimhen survives injury scare, available for Serie A cracker

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Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen will be available for Napoli’s Serie A cracker against Champions League-bound Bologna on Sunday, Soccernet.ng reports. Osimhen put on a strong performance for Napoli on Monday, when they played Udinese…

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Leceister City’s Kelechi Iheanacho teases upcoming music release

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Leceister City star Kelechi Iheanacho might soon step into the studio to record a hit track, Soccernet.ng reports. The football star is currently enjoying a well-deserved break, after a victorious EFL Championship season. Iheanacho has…

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Next Harry Kane? Tottenham Hotspur join Inter Milan in pursuit of teenage Nigerian striker

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2019 UEFA Champions League finalists, Tottenham Hotspur, have joined Inter Milan in the race for 17-year-old Royal Antwerp striker, George Osrzehmen Ilenikhena, as they hunt for the next Harry Kane, Soccernet.ng reports. Ange Postecoglu’s…

Is it time for Maduka Okoye to displace Stanley Nwabali as Super Eagles’ number one?

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Former Super Eagles first-choice goalkeeper Maduka Okoye has been in fine form for Udinese in recent months. After a disappointing season at Watford, the 24-year-old shot-stopper left for the Italian top-flight last summer. That move has…

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Ivory Coast, South Africa, and Angola not the toughest 2023 AFCON opponents – Atalanta forward Ademola Lookman

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Ademola Lookman’s impressive performance at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nation’s tournament earned him a spot in the team of the tournament…

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South African Online Casino Player Strikes Gold with R189,000 Win at Tusk Casino

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In a thrilling display of fortune and skill, Tusk Casino announces a monumental win by Adelheid, a passionate player from South Africa, who secured an astonishing R189,000 from a mere R100 bet on the renowned casino slot game, Gate of…

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Napoli sweating over Osimhen’s fitness ahead of Bologna fixture

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Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen is a doubt for Napoli’s Serie A game against Bologna on Saturday after he appeared to have sustained a knock in Napoli’s 1-1 draw against Udinese on Monday, Soccernet.ng reports. Osimhen had a good…

2024 Oyo State Governor’s Cup: Kick-off, venue, everything you need to know

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The eagerly anticipated Oyo State Governor’s Cup is set to kick off a thrilling journey through the heart of grassroots football, in a bid to reignite the hunger for sports among the youth and revive the glory days of school sports,…

Tuesday, May 7

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Napoli considering move for another Super Eagles as Victor Osimhen’s replacement

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Former Serie A champions Napoli could attempt to sign Super Eagles striker Victor Boniface if Victor Osimhen leaves in the summer, Soccernet.ng reports. Napoli risk losing Osimhen this summer because of the top European clubs he has…

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5 football players who became discoveries in La Liga this season

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New stars appear in La Liga every year, and the 2023/2024 season was no exception. Reliable bookmaker 1xBet selected several football players who pleasantly surprised with their mature play and became leaders of their teams. We…

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Osimhen in, Okoye returns, Olawoyin debuts: Predicting Finidi’s Super Eagles 26-man squad for South Africa, Benin

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Early in June, Nigeria will trade tackles with South Africa and the Benin Republic in matchdays three and four of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. The Super Eagles will be all out for victory against the Bafana Bafana and the Squirrels,…

“I’ve always been encouraged” – Isaac Success reacts after breaking one-year scoring jinx, praises Cannavaro’s vision

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Super Eagles forward Isaac Success has expressed his satisfaction after ending a one-year scoring drought in Udinese’s 1-1 draw against Napoli, as reported by Soccernet.ng. Success made a significant impact after coming on for Brenner da…

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“We wanted three points”- Isaac Success boasts after helping relegation-threatened Udinese snatch draw against Napoli

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Super Eagles forward Isaac Success has insisted that his Udinese side were targeting a victory when they played against Napoli at the Bluenergy Stadium on Monday, Soccernet.ng reports. Success was unsung for Udinese on Monday night,…

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Ajax legend Finidi George is someone I look up to – Super Eagles star William Troost-Ekong

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Super Eagles vice-captain William Troost-Ekong has expressed his admiration for newly appointed Super Eagles head coach Finidi George, as reported by Soccernet.ng. The former Ajax star, who initially served as the interim coach for the…

Monday, May 6

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Osimhen hits milestone, but late Isaac Success strike denies Napoli victory over Udinese

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Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen scored, but a last-minute strike from Isaac Success ensured that Udinese forced Napoli to a 1-1 draw at the Bluenergy Stadium, Soccernet.ng reports. Three Super Eagles players were on parade when Napoli…

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“He should have a say” – Ex-Real Madrid midfielder warns NFF against forcing assistants on Finidi George

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Former Super Eagles midfielder Mutiu Adepoju has advised the Nigeria Football Federation against forcing assistants on Finidi George, Soccernet.ng reports. The NFF announced the appointment of former Ajax man Finidi as the new Super Eagles…

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Photos: Super Falcons defender eyes 2024 Olympic return on recovery path

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Super Falcons defender Ashleigh Plumptre has begun her journey to recovery as the Nigerian national team gears up for their upcoming 2024 Olympic campaign, Soccernet.ng reports. Ahead of the Super Falcons’ Olympic qualifiers final round…

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Serie A: Victor Osimhen set to receive €125k in Napoli’s clash against Udinese

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Super Eagles and Napoli striker, Victor James Osimhen, could receive up to 187 million naira in his club’s clash against Udinese tonight, Soccernet.ng reports. The 25-year-old striker has made just 20 league starts for last season’s Serie…

Nigerians demand Finidi’s contract details: NFF to meet with ex-Ajax star to address queries

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The nature of Finidi George’s contract situation with the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has drawn attention in the Nigerian football community, as reported by Soccernet.ng. The Nigerian football body recently appointed the former Real…