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AFCON 2025 qualifier: 4 things we learnt as Super Eagles suffer shock 2-1 defeat to Rwanda

By Ifunanya / November 19, 2024

Rwanda scored two quick second-half goals to claim a shock 2-1 win over Nigeria in their last 2025 Africa Cup […]

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EPL: Shaka Hislop names Chelsea star as most improved player

By Ifunanya / November 18, 2024

Former West Ham United goalkeeper Shaka Hislop has hailed Senegalese star Nicolas Jackson as the most improved player in the […]

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AFCON 2025 qualifier: I’ve done enough — Eguavoen speaks on Boniface, Iheanacho

By Ifunanya / November 18, 2024

The interim head coach of the Super Eagles, Augustine Eguavoen, has spoken on the performances of Victor Boniface and Kelechi […]

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NPFL: Kano Pillars appreciate fans for support in draw against Heartland

By Ifunanya / November 18, 2024

Kano Pillars have penned an appreciation message to their supporters for trooping out en masse to support the team on […]

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Ebonyi Govt slams PDP over criticism of airport runway inauguration

By Ifunanya / November 18, 2024

The Ebonyi State government has fired back at the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, over its criticism of the recent inauguration […]

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EPL: Renato Veiga reveals Chelsea’s dream this season

By Ifunanya / November 18, 2024

Chelsea star Renato Veiga has revealed what the Blues are working towards under Enzo Maresca’s guidance. Veiga said their main […]

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EPL: Man Utd to cut Amorim’s transfer budget

By Ifunanya / November 18, 2024

New Manchester United manager, Ruben Amorim, will be given a reduced transfer budget to work with at the Premier League […]

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‘It’s difficult’ – Micah Richards warns Tuchel over Bellingham, Cole Palmer

By Ifunanya / November 18, 2024

Former Premier League star, Micah Richards, has warned incoming England coach, Thomas Tuchel, about an issue regarding Three Lions’ stars […]

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‘He beat Guardiola twice’ – Usain Bolt reveals what Amorim will bring to Man Utd

By Ifunanya / November 18, 2024

Retired sprinter, Usain Bolt has said that new Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim will introduce a fresh identity at the […]

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AFCON 2025Q: Eguavoen starts Okoye, Iheanacho, Boniface vs Rwanda

By Ifunanya / November 18, 2024

Super Eagles caretaker coach, Augustine Eguavoen, has released his starting X1 for tonight’s 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matchday […]

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EPL: Tottenham’s Rodrigo Bentancur banned over racial slur about Son Heung-min

By Ifunanya / November 18, 2024

Tottenham midfielder, Rodrigo Bentancur has been given a seven-match Premier League ban by the English Football Association for using a […]

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NPFL: Suleiman lauds Kwara United’s players zeal in win over Plateau United

By Ifunanya / November 18, 2024

Kwara United head coach, Ashifat Suleiman has commended the team’s courage and determination in the victory over Plateau United. Emmanuel […]

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Eguavoen uncertain over Super Eagles future

By Ifunanya / November 18, 2024

Augustine Eguavoen is not sure whether he will remain in charge of the Super Eagles beyond this year. Eguavoen, who […]

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EPL: 100 per cent isn’t enough – Silva advises Arsenal on how to win title

By Ifunanya / November 18, 2024

Former Arsenal player, Gilberto Silva, has advised his old club on how to win the Premier League title this season. […]

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EPL: Amorim eyes Zirkzee-Osimhen swap deal for Man Utd

By Ifunanya / November 18, 2024

Manchester United head coach, Ruben Amorim, is eyeing a swap deal that will involve sending Joshua Zirkzee to Napoli in […]

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NPFL: Amokachi confident Lobi Stars will hit top form soon

By Ifunanya / November 18, 2024

Lobi Stars technical adviser, Daniel Amokachi, has stated that the team will continue fighting to improve their performance in the […]

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EPL: He’s more than ready for highest level – Martinez hails Chelsea star

By Ifunanya / November 18, 2024

Head coach of Portugal national team, Roberto Martinez has hailed Chelsea winger Pedro Neto amid his display for both club […]

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AFCON 2025Q: Eguavoen reveals Super Eagles mission against Rwanda

By Ifunanya / November 18, 2024

Super Eagles caretaker coach, Augustine Eguavoen has said his team will be professional in their approach to the clash with […]

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WAFCON 2024: Draw to hold November 22 in Morocco

By Ifunanya / November 18, 2024

The draw for the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, WAFCON, will hold on Friday, November 22 in Morocco, Media […]

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AFCON 2025Q: Lookman ruled out of Nigeria vs Rwanda with injury

By Ifunanya / November 18, 2024

Ademola Lookman will miss Nigeria’s 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matchday six encounters against Rwanda. Lookman suffered a knock […]

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