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NFF appeals FIFA’s ruling on DR Congo eligibility dispute in World Cup playoff

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The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has initiated an appeal against a ruling by FIFA’s Disciplinary Committee, which dismissed its protest over the eligibility of players fielded by Democratic Republic of

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FIFA unveils “Lighter” as first single from 2026 World Cup album

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FIFA has unveiled “Lighter” as the lead single off the official soundtrack for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, bringing together Jelly Roll and Carín León in a genre-blending collaboration. The

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NPFL: Temitope’s solitary winner drowns Rivers United at MJ Arena

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Ikorodu City recorded a crucial 1–0 victory over Rivers United in their rescheduled Nigeria Premier Football League Matchday 30 clash at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena in Lagos yesterday, strengthening their

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Joshua set to return for Fury ‘mouth-watering ‘showdown

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Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua have reportedly agreed to meet in a mouth-watering heavyweight showdown – as major details have been revealed. Back in December, reports emerged that the pair

‘Proud’ Iwobi recalls early challenges after choosing Nigeria

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Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi has spoken candidly about the contrast between the environments of the England national football team and the Nigeria national football team, recalling that his early

Southeast crowned champions at NCF/PwC National U17 tourney

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The curtain fell in spectacular fashion on the 7th edition of the Nigeria Cricket Federation (NCF) PwC National U17 Championship at the NCF Pitch, Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja, with the

Ajayi targets strong season’s finish after injury comeback

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Super Eagles defender Semi Ajayi has expressed his excitement after returning to competitive action following nearly two months on the sidelines due to injury. The towering centre-back recently made his

Okara praises players as Bayelsa United boost NPFL survival

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Bayelsa United head coach, Meremu Okara has praised his players’ determination after they secured a hard-fought 2–1 victory over Warri Wolves in a fiercely contested Nigeria Premier Football League Matchday

Man United won’t make U-turn on Casemiro decision

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Manchester United have no plans to reverse their decision to release veteran midfielder Casemiro at the end of the season. The Brazilian, 34, announced in January that he would leave

Laporta opens to Messi’s after Barcelona re-election

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Joan Laporta said the door is always open for Lionel Messi to return to Barcelona after being re-elected as the club’s president until 2031. Laporta beat rival Víctor Font by

Guardiola seeks ‘miracle’ for City’s comeback against Madrid

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Pep Guardiola said Manchester City will need a “perfect game” against Real Madrid to overturn a three-goal deficit and reach the Champions League quarterfinals. City must win by at least

PSG will go for the kill against Chelsea, says Dembele

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Paris Saint-Germain forward Ousmane Dembele has urged the Champions League holders to show no mercy in their last-16 second leg against Chelsea today.. Luis Enrique’s side are expected to ease

Monday, Mar 16

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Chelsea fined £10.75m, handed one-year transfer ban

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Chelsea FC have been fined £10.75 million by the Premier League and given a one-year transfer ban, suspended for two years, following an investigation into undisclosed payments linked to player

World Cup Qualifiers: FIFA sanctions Nigeria, DR Congo

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The world football governing body, FIFA, has sanctioned both the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) and the Congolese Football Association following disciplinary incidents recorded during a 2026 World Cup qualifying fixture

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Nigerian Stars Lighting Up Europe’s Biggest Football Leagues

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Nigeria has always been one of Africa’s most influential football nations, producing talented players who succeed around the world. In recent seasons, Nigerian footballers have been particularly prominent in Europe’s

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Goalkeeper crisis hits Bayern ahead of Champions League clash

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FC Bayern Munich are facing a major goalkeeping crisis ahead of their return leg in the UEFA Champions League Round of 16, with all available senior goalkeepers currently sidelined through

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FIBA World Cup Qualifiers: France hand D’Tigress second defeat

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Nigeria’s women’s national basketball team, D’Tigress, suffered a hard fought 93-86 defeat at the hands of hosts France in their second Group A match at the FIBA Women’s World Cup

Onuachu dedicates 21st Turkish Lig goal to grieving coach

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Super Eagles striker Paul Onuachu continued his blistering form for Trabzonspor, dedicating his latest league goal against Rizespor to manager Fatih Tekke following a period of mourning at the club.

Super Eagles now play March friendlies in Turkey

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The Super Eagles will now play friendlies against 2026 World Cup-bound teams Jordan and Iran in Turkey, the Jordan Football Association (JFA) have announced. This announcement thus put to rest

Rangers remain unbeaten as attention turns to Rivers United, Ikorodu City showdown in Lagos

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Rangers International maintained their impressive unbeaten run in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) after grinding out a goalless draw against Kwara United as Matchday 30 fixtures were decided across

Igali hails Bayelsa United ‘s fighting spirit on crucial victory over Warri Wolves

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The Bayelsa State Commissioner for Sports Development, Honourable Baraladei Daniel Igali, has congratulated Bayelsa United Football Club on their hard fought 2–1 victory over Warri Wolves in Sunday’s Nigeria Premier

NNL Super 4 begins May 1 in Ikenne

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The 2026 Nigeria National League (NNL) Super 4 tournament will take place at the Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne, Ogun State, from May 1 to May 8, 2026. According to

Akwa United, Doma United inch closer to NPFL return

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Akwa United strengthened their position for an NPFL return with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Sporting Lagos in the Nigeria National League (NNL) Southern Conference B played yesterday in Uyo.

Amuneke lauds ‘resilient’ Heartland after narrow home win

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Heartland’s Technical Manager, Emmanuel Amuneke has praised the team’s persistence and control after his wards managed a 1-0 home over Sunshine Stars in Owerri on Saturday. A late goal from

Bright Future topple giants in Nathaniel Idowu U-14 League

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​Week 7 of the Nathaniel Idowu-Ajegunle U-14 League delivered a masterclass in grassroots drama, headlined by a stunning 2–1 upset as Bright Future Football Academy took down local heavyweights Ajegunle

Sunday, Mar 15

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Terry slams Mikel Obi’s comments over Arsenal’s set-pieces

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Former Chelsea and England defender John Terry has slammed people describing Arsenal’s set-piece prowess as illegal, Mikel Obi included, Soccernet.ng reports. The Gunners have scored the most goals from dead

Tinubu mourns ex-Super Eagles star, Henry Nwosu

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…Says late midfielder’s artistry inspired generations of Nigerian footballers President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow over the death of former Super Eagles midfielder, Henry Onyemanze Nwosu, describing the

History maker Onuachu scores in eighth straight game for Trabzonspor

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Super Eagles striker Paul Onuachu continued his sensational scoring form as Trabzonspor defeated Çaykur Rizespor 1–0 in the Turkish Süper Lig, with the Nigerian striker netting the decisive goal to

Osimhen scores again for Galatasaray ahead Liverpool rematch

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Galatasaray received a huge boost leading up Wednesday’s UEFA Champions League rematch at Liverpool when Victor Osimhen scored for them to beat city rivals Istanbul Basaksehir 2-0 in the Super

Adams upbeat Sevilla can upset Barcelona at Nou Camp

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Akor Adams insisted Atletico Madrid can upset Barcelona at the Spotify Nou Camp on Sunday.Matias Almeyda’s thrashed Barcelona 4-1 last October, with Adams among the goal scorers for Sevilla.The Rojiblancos