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2026 WCQ: He beat Nigeria's Super Eagles - Zimbabwe manager hails Rohr

2026 WCQ: Rohr names country that won’t qualify from Group C

By Ifunanya / March 23, 2025

Benin Republic Coach, Gernot Rohr, has insisted that Zimbabwe stand no chance of qualifying for the 2026 World Cup. This […]

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2026 WCQ: Rohr predicts what Zimbabwe will do to Nigeria's Super Eagles in Uyo

People were shouting Osimhen – Rohr on playing against Nigeria in Ivory Coast

By Ifunanya / March 23, 2025

Head coach of Benin Republic national team, Gernot Rohr has opened up about playing against Nigeria’s Super Eagles in Abidjan, […]

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2026 World Cup qualifier: African highest goalscorers [Top 10]

2026 World Cup qualifier: African highest goalscorers [Top 10]

By Ifunanya / March 23, 2025

Egypt winger, Mohamed Salah is currently the top goalscorer in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying series in Africa ahead […]

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Rwanda vs Nigeria: Ex-Super Eagles midfielder advises Chelle on formation for WCQ

Super Eagles: NFF warns against fake Eric Chelle’s X account

By Ifunanya / March 23, 2025

The Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, has issued a public disclaimer warning against fake social media X account impersonating head coach […]

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Abia wins Cross River as 16 States battle for National Handball trophy in Umuahia

Abia wins Cross River as 16 States battle for National Handball trophy in Umuahia

By Ifunanya / March 23, 2025

The ongoing National Under 12 & Under 15 Handball Championship in Umuahia township stadium has continued, with some States producing […]

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Mikel Obi, Babayaro return to play for Chelsea

Mikel Obi, Babayaro return to play for Chelsea

By Ifunanya / March 23, 2025

Two former Nigeria internationals, John Mikel Obi and Celestine Babayaro, played for Chelsea Legends on Saturday as they faced Liverpool […]

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Ronaldo reacts to Rasmus Hojlund's 'Siu' goal celebration in Denmark's win against Portugal

Ronaldo reacts to Rasmus Hojlund’s ‘Siu’ goal celebration in Denmark’s win against Portugal

By Ifunanya / March 22, 2025

Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo has responded to Denmark forward Rasmus Højlund imitating his goal celebration during their Nations League quarter-final […]

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2026 WCQ: Rohr predicts what Zimbabwe will do to Nigeria's Super Eagles in Uyo

2026 WCQ: Rohr predicts what Zimbabwe will do to Nigeria’s Super Eagles in Uyo

By Ifunanya / March 22, 2025

Benin Republic head coach, Gernot Rohr, has predicted that Zimbabwe will put up a strong fight against Nigeria when both […]

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NPFL: Plateau United, Bendel Insurance win at home

NPFL: Plateau United, Bendel Insurance win at home

By Ifunanya / March 22, 2025

Plateau United and Bendel Insurance secured home victories in the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, on Saturday. At the New […]

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2026 WCQ: You can’t do that against Nigeria - South Africa's coach Broos on team selection

2026 WCQ: You can’t do that against Nigeria – South Africa’s coach Broos on team selection

By Ifunanya / March 22, 2025

South Africa’s coach Hugo Broos has said he could only take the risk of handing Relebohile Mofokeng his full debut […]

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NPFL: Amuneke tasks Heartland players to fight for victory over Abia Warriors

NPFL: Amuneke tasks Heartland players to fight for victory over Abia Warriors

By Ifunanya / March 22, 2025

Heartland technical adviser Emmanuel Amuneke has urged his players to show determination in the Oriental derby against Abia Warriors. Amuneke […]

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Super Eagles players celebrate win over Rwanda in dressing room [VIDEO]

2026 WCQ: Super Eagles land in Uyo, ready for Zimbabwe showdown

By Ifunanya / March 22, 2025

The Super Eagles have arrived Uyo ahead of their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying matchday six encounter with the Warriors […]

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2026 WCQ: Super Eagles stronger than us -- Rwanda defender Mutsinzi

2026 WCQ: Super Eagles stronger than us — Rwanda defender Mutsinzi

By Ifunanya / March 22, 2025

Rwanda defender Ange Mutsinzi claimed the Super Eagles were too strong for his side in Friday’s encounter at the Amahoro […]

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2026 WCQ: Osimhen made me cry - Arokodare opens up after making Super Eagles debut

2026 WCQ: Osimhen made me cry – Arokodare opens up after making Super Eagles debut

By Ifunanya / March 22, 2025

New Super Eagles striker, Tolu Arokodare, has opened up on why he became emotional after playing in the 2-0 win […]

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2026 WCQ: Great guy, we spoke at length - Osimhen praises Rwanda's Mutsinzi

Osimhen’s price can go up by 20m because of finishing – South Africa’s Bartlett

By Ifunanya / March 22, 2025

Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen’s price tag can go up by ’20 million’ because of his finishing. This was disclosed […]

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EPL: I'm not afraid of Man City punishment over 115 charges - Haaland

EPL: I’m not afraid of Man City punishment over 115 charges – Haaland

By Ifunanya / March 22, 2025

Manchester City striker, Erling Haaland, has said he is not afraid of a potential punishment for the Premier League champions […]

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2026 WCQ: Super Eagles want maximum points against Zimbabwe -- Troost-Ekong

2026 WCQ: Super Eagles want maximum points against Zimbabwe — Troost-Ekong

By Ifunanya / March 22, 2025

William Troost-Ekong says the Super Eagles will go all out for a win when they take on Zimbabwe in their […]

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NPFL: Nasarawa United deserved win against Rangers -- Ekenedilichukwu

NPFL: Nasarawa United deserved win against Rangers — Ekenedilichukwu

By Ifunanya / March 22, 2025

Rangers assistant coach, Ekeh Ekenedilichukwu admitted that Nasarawa United were the better side in their matchday 30 encounter in Lafia. […]

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2026 WCQ: Zimbabwe arrive in Uyo ahead Super Eagles clash

2026 WCQ: Zimbabwe arrive in Uyo ahead Super Eagles clash

By Ifunanya / March 22, 2025

Players and officials of the Zimbabwe national team have touched down in Nigeria, ahead of Tuesday’s 2026 FIFA World Cup […]

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NPFL postpones matchday 31 fixtures for Sallah celebration

NPFL postpones matchday 31 fixtures for Sallah celebration

By Ifunanya / March 22, 2025

The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has rescheduled all the matchday 31 fixtures, Media Talk Africa reports. All the fixtures […]

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