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2026 WCQ: Benin Republic go top of Group C ahead of Rwanda vs Nigeria clash

2026 WCQ: Benin Republic go top of Group C ahead of Rwanda vs Nigeria clash

By Ifunanya / March 21, 2025

Benin Republic extended their lead at the top of Group C of the Africa 2026 World Cup qualifying series, despite […]

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2026 WCQ: Chelle unveils final squad for Rwanda, Zimbabwe games

2026 WCQ: Chelle craves winning start with Super Eagles

By Ifunanya / March 21, 2025

Malian tactician, Eric Chelle is targeting a winning start to his reign as head coach of the Super Eagles, Media […]

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Rwanda vs Nigeria: Chelle makes demand from Super Eagles players

Rwanda vs Nigeria: Chelle makes demand from Super Eagles players

By Ifunanya / March 21, 2025

Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle, has urged his players to focus on their game against Rwanda when both sides […]

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2026 WCQ: Aghahowa tips Super Eagles to beat Rwanda

2026 WCQ: Super Eagles seek first win over Rwanda in Kigali

By Ifunanya / March 21, 2025

The Super Eagles will be looking to record their first away win against Rwanda in Friday’s (today) 2026 FIFA World […]

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

2026 WCQ, African zone: Full fixtures, time for Friday, Saturday’s games

By Ifunanya / March 21, 2025

The road to the 2026 FIFA World Cup continues this weekend as Africa’s top national teams battle it out in […]

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'Ban him now' - Chris Waddle tells FA after Arsenal star refused to play for England

‘Ban him now’ – Chris Waddle tells FA after Arsenal star refused to play for England

By Ifunanya / March 21, 2025

Former England forward, Chris Waddle has asked the English FA to ban Arsenal defender, Ben White from national team selection […]

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2026 WCQ: Troost-Ekong ready for battle against Rwanda

2026 WCQ: We’ll see – Troost-Ekong fires back at Rwanda captain over comments about Super Eagles

By Ifunanya / March 21, 2025

Super Eagles captain, William Troost-Ekong on Thursday issued a defiant response to Rwanda captain, Djihad Bizimana’s claim that the Amavubi […]

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'He was dead' - Ex-director, Edelman opens up on why Thierry Henry left Arsenal for Barcelona

‘He was dead’ – Ex-director, Edelman opens up on why Thierry Henry left Arsenal for Barcelona

By Ifunanya / March 21, 2025

Former Arsenal’s managing director, Keith Edelman, has opened up about the reason behind Thierry Henry’s decision to leave the club […]

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John Terry names three Chelsea players who impressed him most this season

‘Don’t try to be like me’ – John Terry tells Chelsea star

By Ifunanya / March 21, 2025

Former Chelsea captain, John Terry, has urged Reece James to step up as the club’s captain. Terry has backed the […]

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Ballon d'Or: I'll ask Modric how I can win award - Mbappe

Ballon d’Or: I’ll ask Modric how I can win award – Mbappe

By Ifunanya / March 21, 2025

Real Madrid forward, Kylian Mbappe has said that he would like to consult his club teammate, Luka Modric to seek […]

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Vinicius Jr rejects new Real Madrid deal

Real Madrid identify two players to replace Vinicius Jr amid talk of €1bn Saudi offer

By Ifunanya / March 21, 2025

Real Madrid are looking at Florian Wirtz and Nico Williams as possible replacements for Vinicius Jr, amid rumours of a […]

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

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

By Ifunanya / March 21, 2025

Match Day 5 of the 2026 World Cup qualifier in the African zone continued on Thursday night. In Group A, […]

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EPL: Tuchel returns to Stamford Bridge

England afraid to lose at Euro 2024 — Tuchel

By Ifunanya / March 21, 2025

England manager Thomas Tuchel has claimed that the team struggled to live up to expectations at Euro 2024 because they […]

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Kano Pillars, Barau FC crash out early in 2025 president federation cup

Kano Pillars, Barau FC crash out early in 2025 president federation cup

By Ifunanya / March 21, 2025

Kano State’s two football representatives, Kano Pillars FC and Barau FC, have suffered early elimination from the 2025 President Federation […]

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Rwanda vs Nigeria: Super Eagles receive huge boost

Rwanda vs Nigeria: Super Eagles receive huge boost

By Ifunanya / March 20, 2025

Super Eagles forward Tolu Arokodare has revealed that he and his team-mates have received a huge boost from head coach […]

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Harry Kane 'surprised' England appointed Tuchel national team manager

Harry Kane ‘surprised’ England appointed Tuchel national team manager

By Ifunanya / March 20, 2025

England captain Harry Kane has admitted he was “surprised” by the appointment of Thomas Tuchel as the new manager. Tuchel […]

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2026 World Cup qualifier: Super Eagles have confidence in Chelle — Captain Troost-Ekong

2026 World Cup qualifier: Super Eagles have confidence in Chelle — Captain Troost-Ekong

By Ifunanya / March 20, 2025

Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong said the team has total confidence in head coach Eric Chelle to devise a winning […]

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Transfer: 10 players to leave Barcelona as EPL clubs circle

Transfer: 10 players to leave Barcelona as EPL clubs circle

By Ifunanya / March 20, 2025

Cash-strapped Barcelona could lose up to 10 academy players in the summer transfer window. Barcelona’s impressive first season under Hansi […]

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2026 World Cup qualifier: We're not scared of Super Eagles — Rwanda captain

2026 World Cup qualifier: We’re not scared of Super Eagles — Rwanda captain

By Ifunanya / March 20, 2025

Rwanda captain Djihad Bizimana has said the team is unfazed by the prospect of facing the Super Eagles’ top stars. […]

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

2026 WCQ: Super Eagles battle ready for Rwanda — Chelle

By Ifunanya / March 20, 2025

Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has declared his team’s readiness for battle against the Amavubi of Rwanda. The Malian […]

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