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WCQ: We drew the first game, this time we want to go a step further – Zimbabwe ‘s Andy Rinomhota
Zimbabwe’s England-based star is looking forward to taking on the Super Eagles, the team against which he made his debut for the Warriors when they play on Tuesday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Cardiff City midfielder says the team is optimistic about getting a good result in Uyo especially after the first leg ended 1-1 in Zimbabwe.…
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Zimbabwe Coach commends Nigeria hospitality, stadium facilities
Zimbabwe’s National Team Coach, Michael Nees has praised Nigeria for the warm welcome given to the team and the quality of facilities seen prior to the World Cup Qualifiers against Nigeria, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Nees acknowledged the country’s hospitality and state-of-the-art facilities ahead of their Group C 2026 World Cup Qualifiers. The Zimbabwe team who arrived…
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NPFL: 10-man Abia Warriors move third with win in Owerri as Rivers United leave it late to beat Ikorodu City
Abia Warriors moved to third place after getting an away win in Owerri in their Nigeria Premier Football League match day 30 while second place sustained a chase to the top with a late strike to beat Ikorodu City in Port Harcourt, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Umuahia Landlords defeated the Naze Millionaires 0-1 to earn a…
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NPFL: Akwa United aid relegation fight with rare win in Ilorin as Bayelsa United hold Enyimba in Aba
Akwa United put Kwara United to the sword away from home to aid their fight for relegation in the Nigeria Premier Football League while Bayelsa United held Enyimba away from home on Sunday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Akwa United defeated 10-man Kwara United 0-2 to give themselves a fair chance of escaping the relegation waters at the…
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NPFL: Plateau United earn comeback win over Pillars, Insurance edge Sunshine Stars
Plateau United got an important win towards their fight away from the drop zone with a hard fought win over Kano Pillars while Bendel Insurance claimed a slim win over Sunshine Stars on Saturday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Peace Boys came from a goal down to win 2-1 at the New Jos Stadium in the match…
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NPFL: Kabir Balogun’s late goal keeps Rangers far from title retention
Nasarawa United inflicted defending champions, Rangers International with their ninth defeat of the season in the Nigeria Premier Football League match played on Friday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Kabir Balogun scored late to grant Nasarawa United a vital win which took them away from the drop zone at the Lafia City Stadium. After securing a point in…
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Goal record: “I’m happy Osimhen broke my record – Segun Odegbami
Legendary Nigeria International, Segun Odegbami has disclosed his happiness for Victor Osimhen who broke his long-held goal scoring record after the match against Rwanda on Friday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The 2023 African footballer of the year scored twice in the first half to give Nigeria a 0-2 win in Kigali in the World Cup Qualifiers and…
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WCQ: Osimhen’s brace resuscitates Nigeria’s World Cup hope
Nigeria Super Eagles got their 2026 World Cup Qualifiers back on track with a 0-2 win against Rwanda on Friday in Kigali, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Victor Osimhen’s first-half brace got Nigeria the much-needed victory at the Amahoro National Stadium. The Galatasaray front man set the Super Eagles in a fine trajectory after the had more possession…
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WCQ: We can build on Spittler’s achievement” – Nshimiyimana
As the team gets ready to play the Super Eagles of Nigeria, Rwanda’s national team assistant Coach, Eric Nshimiyimana has declared that the team can build on the good position achieved by the former coach, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Torsten Frank Spittler had taken the team to an enviable height in the 2026 African World Cup Qualifiers,…
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WCQ: Victor Ikpeba asks Eagles to be wary of Amavubi
Former Nigeria international, Victor Ikpeba has cautioned the Super Eagles ahead of their World Cup Qualifying match against the Amavubi of Rwanda, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The former African footballer of the year acknowledges the strength in the Eagles squad, but however urge that the team should not underate their opponent. “I think to have a team…
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WCQ: “Nigeria need the points but they will not get it”, Rwanda’s assistant coach
Rwanda’s assistant coach, Eric Nshimiyimana has stated strongly that the Super Eagles of Nigeria will find it hard to get a result in Kigali when the two countries play in the World Cup Qualifiers, Nigeriasocccernet.com reports. The Amavubi assistant coach Eric Nshimiyimana insists there’s no pressure ahead of Rwanda’s World Cup qualifier against Nigeria. “We’re…
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U-17WWCQ: Flamingos dispatch Bantwana to reach final hurdle
Nigeria U-17 Women National team secured their in the final round of the U-17 Women World Cup Qualifiers after completing the double over South Africa on Saturday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Flamingos defeated the Bantwana 2-0 to win 5-1 on aggregate at the Remo Stars Stadium, Ikenne courtesy of goals from Harmony Chidi and Aishat Animashaun…
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Tony Bolus becomes Lobi Stars Coach
Tony Bulus has been named Head coach of Lobi Stars following the resignation of Mohammed Baba Ganaru’s after 3 matches without a win, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Welcome to the #PrideOfBenue.#WeAreLobi management has named Tony Bulus as the new Head Coach. He will be in charge till the end of the 2024/25 #NPFL season.Bulus has managed some…
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PSL: Chibuike Ohizu’s late effort secure win for Sekhukhune United
Nigeria’s Chibuike Ohizu helped Sekhukhune United to their first win under Eric Tinkler against Marumo Gallants FC in the Betway Premiership on Wednesday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Ohizu scored a late goal at the Dr Molemela Stadium to secure all points for Babina Noko to win 1-2 against Gallants. The visitors opened score five minutes into the…
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Nathan Tells out Joshua Torunarigha in for World Cup Qualifiers
Nathan Tella will not be part of the Super Eagles squad for the 2026 World Cup Qualifiers due to injury, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Camp Update: Joshua Torunarigha has been called to replace injured Nathan Tella. We wish Nathan quick recovery #soarsupereagles pic.twitter.com/h5iaesFFxk — ?? Super Eagles (@NGSuperEagles) March 13, 2025 His replacement is 27 years old…
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Ex NFF president loses FIFA Council seat
Nigeria’s Amaju Melvin Pinnick has lost his seat on the FIFA Council after losing out in the elections held during the 14th CAF Extraordinary Congress in Cairo, Egypt on Wednesday, Nigeriasoccernet.com can report. Pinnick, a former Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) President, missed out by a single vote after securing 28 votes as against Ahmed Yahya…
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President Federation Cup: Rangers up against Kano Pillars in Round of 64
The Draw for this year’s President Federation Cup national competition threw up a couple of contests of giants, as previous winners Rangers International FC of Enugu and Kano Pillars must do battle at the earliest stage possible in the men’s event – Round of 64. Bayelsa Queens also must face Naija Ratels, last year’s finalists,…
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ABS reappoint Cameroonian-born Coach Anthony Encho as Coach
Cameroonian-born Coach Anthony Encho has been unveiled by the management of Abubakar Bukola Saraki Ilorin Football Club as the new coach of the club, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The gaffer makes a return to the club for the second time, having guided the team a few years back, and he is expected to lead the team for…
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Kogi United Football Club Unveils Gilbert Opana As New Technical Adviser.
The Management of Kogi United Football Club on Monday unveiled former Jigawa Golden Star Player/Coach Gilbert Opana as the club’s new Technical Adviser. In a brief ceremony at the Club’s office at Kogi State Government House Lokoja, the Chairman of the Club Honourable Abdulmalik Isah charged the new Coach to bring his wealth of experience…
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Ademola Lookman notches 13th league goal of the season
Nigeria Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman continued his fine form with a goal in Atalanta BC’s comprehensive win over Juventus in the Italian Serie A on Sunday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Ademola Lookman wrapped up the scoring for Atalanta in their 0-4 away league victory over Juventus at the Allianz Stadium. Mateo Retegui opened scored from the…