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Cross River Ready to Host NUGA 2026 – Governor Otu

7 October 2025

While speaking during an inspection tour of the U.J. Esuene Stadium in Calabar on Tuesday, Governor Otu, accompanied by NUGA officials and the management of the University of Calabar, UNICAL, emphasized the city’s readiness and deep-rooted sporting culture. “Calabar is a youth-friendly, peaceful, and welcoming city with a serene and green environment that makes it […]

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Akor Adams Delighted After Scoring in Sevilla’s Dominant Win Over Barcelona

7 October 2025

The Super Eagles forward came off the bench in the second half and capped off the emphatic win with a composed close-range finish in stoppage time. Earlier in the match, Adams had a goal disallowed for offside. “Absolute madness,” Adams told the club’s media after the match. “I want to give credit to Isaac Romero. […]

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Rodri Withdraws from Spain Squad Due to Muscle Injury

6 October 2025

While the issue is not believed to be serious, the decision to pull out was made as a precaution. The Spanish international confirmed the news in a statement shared by football journalist Fabrizio Romano on Monday. “I am feeling better, but no risk with the national team,” Rodri said. “I hope to be available in […]

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FIFA Appoints Chadian Referee for Nigeria vs. Lesotho World Cup Qualifier

5 October 2025

The Matchday 9 encounter is set for Friday, October 10, 2025, at the New Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane, South Africa. Kickoff is scheduled for 6 p.m. local time. Mahamat, who also handled Nigeria’s 1-0 victory over Rwanda on September 6 in Uyo, will be supported by fellow Chadians: Bogola Issa, first assistant, Moussa Hafiz, […]

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Super Falcons Ifeoma Onumonu Announces Retirement from Football

4 October 2025

The Striker made the announcement in a post shared on social media, the 31-year-old expressed deep gratitude for her journey in the sport, calling her retirement a “natural conclusion” to a lifelong pursuit that began at just eight years old. “It is with a heart full of gratitude that I bid farewell to my playing […]

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Sports Development: Stakeholders call for private sector participation

3 October 2025

He hinted that investing in sport is a collective responsibility and should not be left for the government alone “To advance sports in the country, there is a need for more  private sector participation in addition to government intervention . LanreLeke Sports Academy  has young Nigerians in SS1 to SS3 taking courses in different sports.” […]

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Osimhen Returns as Super Eagles Chase World Cup Spot

3 October 2025

The Galatasaray striker, who missed the 1-1 draw with South Africa due to injury, headlines a 23-man squad named by head coach Eric Chelle. He is joined by team captain William Ekong and vice-captain Wilfred Ndidi. Other key players include Ademola Lookman, Alex Iwobi, Moses Simon, Tolu Arokodare, and rising defender Benjamin Fredricks. Semi Ajayi […]

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Flying Eagles Edge Saudi Arabia 3-2 To Keep U-20 World Cup Hopes Alive

3 October 2025

Captain Daniel Bameyi was the hero, converting a stoppage-time penalty to seal the win after Nigeria twice surrendered their lead. Aliyu Zubair’s side came into the game needing a response after a frustrating opening loss to Norway, and they got off to a bright start. Nasiru Salihu opened the scoring with a well-placed header from […]

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Garba Demands More U-17 AFCON Slots After Eaglets’ Loss

2 October 2025

The Golden Eaglets missed out on a place at the next edition after losing to Ghana in the WAFU B semi-final, ruling them out of both the AFCON and the FIFA U-17 World Cup. It is the second consecutive failure after also missing the last tournament. Garba argued that WAFU B, home to some of […]

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Man United Seals Deal For Colombian Teenager Christian Orozco

2 October 2025

The defensive midfielder, captain of Colombia’s U-17 team, will officially join the club in the summer of 2026 when he turns 18. United agreed a $1m fee, with contracts approved by the club’s legal team and the move coordinated by lead scout Gerardo Guzmán Antonaccio. Read Also: Chelsea Charged with 74 Breaches Over Agent Rules […]

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