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Friday, Oct 31

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U-17 World Cup kicks off in Qatar: Why it’s a crucial test ahead of the 2026 FIFA tournament in North America

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Ahead of the 2026 World Cup, FIFA will have the chance to monitor the U-17 tournament in Qatar — a key test event for what’s to come.

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No FIFA Fund Was Misused, Says Shehu Dikko On Kebbi Mini-Stadium Project

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The NSC chairman noted that the project was not valued at today’s exchange rate, clarifying that it was first approved in 2015, and procurement began in 2016.

FIFA World Cup Looking for Volunteers in Texas

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FIFA is now taking applications for 2026 World Cup volunteers in Texas with thousands of spots available for Dallas matches. Continue reading…

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“That same spirit” – Nigeria’s 2013 AFCON winner tells Super Eagles how to conquer FIFA World Cup playoffs

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The Super Eagles are condemned to win back-to-back games against two of the best teams on the continent… 2013 Africa Cup of Nations hero Sunday Mba has stated that the only way the Super Eagles can win the continental World Cup playoffs is…

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UEFA Conference League, Fifa Club World Cup trophies don’t carry weight – Cole reminds Chelsea

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Former Chelsea man, Joe Cole, has said that the club needs to aim at winning bigger trophies than they did last season. Chelsea won the Europa Conference League and the Fifa Club World Cup last season and Cole noted these two trophies do…

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Dikko dispels rumors on controversial FIFA Goal Project in Kebbi

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Chairman of the National Sports Commission, Mallam Shehu Dikko, has dismissed recent insinuations surrounding the FIFA Goal Project in Kebbi State, describing them as misleading and politically motivated. Speaking on

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Africa’s Final Route To The 2026 FIFA World Cup Runs Through Rabat

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Nigeria, Cameroon, DR Congo and Gabon will battle in Rabat for Africa’s final World Cup slot in a high-stakes CAF play-off from 13–16 November 2025.

House Sports Committee Chairman Demands Transparency from NFF on FIFA-Funded Stadium Projects

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Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Sports, Kabiru Amadu has called on the NFF to provide a detailed and transparent explanation regarding two FIFA-funded stadium projects in Kebbi and Delta States. Amadu expressed…

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Former NFF President Refutes Financial Mismanagement Claims in FIFA Goal Project

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Former NFF President, Amaju Pinnick has strongly dismissed allegations of financial impropriety in the FIFA Goal Project located in Kebbi State, describing the claims as “completely misconstrued. In a detailed response, Pinnick highlighted…

Thursday, Oct 30

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A Preview Of Africa’s Hopefuls At The 2025 FIFA U-17 World Cup In Qatar

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Ten African nations head to Qatar for the FIFA U-17 World Cup, aiming to showcase Africa’s rising football talent.

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FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup: Full list of quarter-final fixtures as eight countries qualify

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The quarter-final pairings for the ongoing FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco have now been confirmed, following the completion of Wednesday’s Round of 16 matches.

Injury nightmare: Super Eagles attacker still sidelined, set to miss crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup playoffs

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The Super Eagles of Nigeria will play the World Cup in November, and Eric Chelle will need his best legs…. Bayer Leverkusen winger Nathan Tella will not be available for Super Eagles selection for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup playoffs,…

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Seven Indians Part Of FIFA Coach Educators Development Pathway Programme In Jakarta

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Vivek Nagul, Sajid Dar, Mariano Dias, Shakti Chauhan, Caetano Pinho, Shekhar Kerkar, Parthasarthy Thulasi were part of the five-day intensive course organised by FIFA.

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Dauda Iddrisa set for FIFA U17 World Cup with Italy

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Dauda Iddrisa set for FIFA U17 World Cup with Italy

Wise, winged, and worldly: BOMA the desert owl soars as the official mascot for FIFA U-17 world cup Qatar 2025

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FIFA and the Local Organising Committee (LOC) have officially unveiled BOMA, the Desert Owl, as the mascot for the FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2025.

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FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup: Quarter-Final Fixtures Confirmed as Africa Crashes Out

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The quarter-final fixtures of the ongoing FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco have been confirmed following the conclusion of the Round of 16 matches on Wednesday. Canada thrashed Zambia 6-0 to advance, while Japan cruised past Colombia…

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FIFA Does Not Build Stadiums for Nations — House Sports Committee Chair Clarifies Amid Kebbi Project Controversy

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The Chairman of the House Committee on Sports, Kabiru Amadu, has clarified that the Federation of International Football Associations (FIFA) does not construct or fund standard stadiums for countries, contrary to public assumptions…

Reps Launch Probe into Alleged Misuse of $25m FIFA, CAF Grants by NFF

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The House of Representatives has resolved to set up a special committee to investigate the alleged mismanagement of $25 million in grants received by the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) from FIFA and the Confederation of African Football…