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Mike Tyson, Anthony Joshua, others pay tributes to George Foreman

Mike Tyson, Anthony Joshua, others pay tributes to George Foreman

By Ifunanya / March 22, 2025

Mike Tyson has paid tributes to George Foreman following the death of the heavyweight legend. Recall that Foreman’s family announced […]

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Club World Cup 2025: FIFA removes one club from competition

Club World Cup 2025: FIFA removes one club from competition

By Ifunanya / March 22, 2025

FIFA have removed Club Leon from the 2025 Club World Cup tournament which is scheduled to take place this summer […]

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2026 World Cup qualifier: Our player leading Nigeria to victory - Galatasaray celebrate Osimhen

2026 World Cup qualifier: Our player leading Nigeria to victory – Galatasaray celebrate Osimhen

By Ifunanya / March 22, 2025

Galatasaray have paid tribute to their player Victor Osimhen for leading Nigeria to victory against Rwanda in the 2026 FIFA […]

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

2026 WCQ: Great guy, we spoke at length – Osimhen praises Rwanda’s Mutsinzi

By Ifunanya / March 22, 2025

Super Eagles striker, Victor Osimhen has hailed Rwandan defender, Ange Mutsinzi following Nigeria’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier 2-0 win […]

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2026 WCQ: Rwanda down, Zimbabwe next -- Osimhen

2026 WCQ: Rwanda down, Zimbabwe next — Osimhen

By Ifunanya / March 22, 2025

Victor Osimhen has said the Super Eagles are firmly focused on their next game against the Warriors of Zimbabwe. Osimhen […]

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2026 WCQ: 'It's a shame' - Rwanda coach, Amrouch reveals what caused 2-0 defeat to Nigeria

2026 WCQ: ‘It’s a shame’ – Rwanda coach, Amrouch reveals what caused 2-0 defeat to Nigeria

By Ifunanya / March 22, 2025

Rwanda head coach, Adel Amrouche has picked out Victor Osimhen’s early goal as the demoralising moment in his side’s 2-0 […]

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2026 WCQ: Super Eagles must stay focused for Zimbabwe - Onazi

2026 WCQ: Super Eagles must stay focused for Zimbabwe – Onazi

By Ifunanya / March 22, 2025

Former international Ogenyi Onazi has urged the Super Eagles to remain focused in their quest to secure a place at […]

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NPFL: Win over Rangers was difficult - Nasarawa coach Yusuf

NPFL: Win over Rangers was difficult – Nasarawa coach Yusuf

By Ifunanya / March 22, 2025

Nasarawa United technical adviser, Salisu Yusuf has said his team played under pressure in the win over Rangers. The Solid […]

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2026 WCQ: Super Eagles depart Rwanda for Uyo

2026 WCQ: Super Eagles depart Rwanda for Uyo

By Ifunanya / March 22, 2025

Players and coaches of the Super Eagles have departed Kigali, Rwanda back to Nigeria on Saturday morning. They are expected […]

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2026 WCQ: Osimhen desperate to start training under Chelle

2026 WCQ: South Africa legend lauds Osimhen after netting brace vs Rwanda

By Ifunanya / March 22, 2025

Former South Africa striker, Shaun Bartlett heaped praises on Victor Osimhen after the Galatasaray hitman inspired Nigeria’s 2-0 win over […]

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NPFL: Heartland target double win over Abia Warriors

NPFL: Heartland target double win over Abia Warriors

By Ifunanya / March 22, 2025

Heartland are hopeful of securing back-to-back wins over oriental rivals Abia Warriors, Media Talk Africa reports. The Naze Millionaires defeated […]

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2026 World Cup Qualifier: Rwanda appoint new head coach ahead Super Eagles clash

2026 WCQ: We gifted Super Eagles two goals – Rwanda coach, Amrouche

By Ifunanya / March 22, 2025

Amavubi of Rwanda head coach Adel Amrouche says his team gifted the Super Eagles two goals in their 2026 FIFA […]

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NPFL: Kanu motivates Enyimba players with N1m ahead Bayelsa United clash

NPFL: Kanu motivates Enyimba players with N1m ahead Bayelsa United clash

By Ifunanya / March 22, 2025

Enyimba chairman, Kanu Nwankwo has rewarded his players ahead of their matchday 30 clash against Bayelsa United. Kanu doled out […]

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Boxing legend, George Foreman dies at 76

Boxing legend, George Foreman dies at 76

By Ifunanya / March 22, 2025

Boxing legend, George Foreman, has passed away at the age of 76. His family confirmed the sad news on Friday […]

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PSL: Nwabali targets clean sheet against Orlando Pirates

2026 WCQ: ‘We went for sightseeing’ – Stanley Nwabali on Super Eagles’ win over Rwanda

By Ifunanya / March 22, 2025

Super Eagles goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali has reacted to his side’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier 2-0 win over Rwanda on […]

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2026 World Cup qualifier: Chelle hails Super Eagles' win over Rwanda

Rwanda vs Nigeria: Chelle revives Super Eagles’ 2026 World Cup hopes in Kigali

By Ifunanya / March 22, 2025

Eric Chelle officially became the first non-Nigerian coach from Africa to manage the Super Eagles on Friday. The Malian took […]

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2026 World Cup qualifiers: Troost-Ekong doubtful for Rwanda, Zimbabwe games

2026 WCQ: Troost-Ekong hails Osimhen, Lookman, talks up win over Rwanda

By Ifunanya / March 22, 2025

Super Eagles captain, William Troost-Ekong has showered encomium on Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman following the team’s victory over Rwanda. […]

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2026 WCQ, African zone: Full results of Thursday's matches

2026 WCQ, African zone: Full results of Friday’s matches

By Ifunanya / March 22, 2025

Media Talk Africa brings you the results of the Match Day 5 of the 2026 World Cup qualifier in the […]

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2026 World Cup qualifier: Chelle hails Super Eagles' win over Rwanda

2026 WCQ: Super Eagles must now focus on Zimbabwe clash – Chelle

By Ifunanya / March 22, 2025

Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle has called for full focus ahead of his side’s next game against the Warriors […]

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2026 WCQ: Super Eagles used 2 or 3 systems against Rwanda - Chelle

2026 WCQ: Super Eagles used 2 or 3 systems against Rwanda – Chelle

By Ifunanya / March 22, 2025

Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle has praised his players for their effort and adaptability in the win over Rwanda. […]

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