Author: Ghali Abdul salam
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Salisu Yusuf: “We will explore the weaknesses of the Black Galaxies in Abuja”
Super Eagles B coach, Salisu Yusuf, is confident his team can still qualify for Algeria 2023 by convincingly beating Ghana in Abuja. Nigeria will have to beat Ghana by three unanswered goals to qualify for the Championship of African Nations. Coach Salisu believes his team have learnt from the first leg and will capitalize…
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BREAKING! Emmanuel Dennis joins Nottingham Forest
Super Eagles forward Emmanuel Dennis becomes the 13th summer signing for Nottingham Forest as he completes move from Watford; No terms were disclosed by Forest, with a reported £20m fee having been agreed Dennis featured in Watford’s opening two Sky Bet Championship matches but did not feature in the squad for Friday night’s win over…
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Osimhen ordered to leave Napoli training
Nigeria striker, Victor Osimhen was ordered to leave Napoli training on Sunday afternoon following an altercation. Luciano Spalletti’s side are currently in a preseason camp in Castel di Sangro. During an open 11v11 training exercise, new signing Leo Ostigard, who was picked in Osimhen’s team, was at the end of a hard tackle by…
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CAFAwards2022: Asisat Oshoala Wins African Women’s Player of the year Award A record Fifth Time
Super Falcons and Barcelona forward Asisat Oshoala has been crowned Africa’s women best player of the year in Rabat, Morocco . She surpasses Perpetua Nkwocha who has 4 awards. Best male player of the year —Sadio Mane ?? ??Best female player of the year —Asisat Oshoala ?? ??Best male coach of the year —Aliou…
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OFFICIAL: Calvin Bassey Joins Alex for €22m
Transfer specialist Fabrizio Romano has officially confirmed that Dutch Champions Amex has officially signed Nigerian international Calvin Bassey on a permanent deal from Rangers for €22m fixed fee plus add ons and sell-on clause. Bassey, replacement for Lisandro Martínez – next ones to follow at Ajax: Francisco Conceição, Brian Brobbey. Bassey joined Leicester City at…
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NFF to investigate viral penalty shootout for match fixing
Nigeria’s football federation will launch an investigation into a case of suspected match fixing in a regional FA Cup final match according to renowned sports journalist Colin’s udon A video circulated widely on social media showed the Remo Stars goalkeeper doing nothing to stop the opposition penalties, while their outfield players fired their spot…
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Four-time NPFL kings Kano Pillars relegated after losing appeal against Dakkada FC
The four-time Nigerian champions had three of their points deducted by the League Management Company following the team’s unruly behaviour during a league match against Dakkada. During the game in question, former club chairman Surajo Yahaya allegedly assaulted assistant referee Daramola Olalekan, after the Uyo-based outfit had scored a late equaliser. Moreover, angry Sai Masu…
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WAFCON22: Ajibade goal hands Super Falcons World Cup ticket
Super Falcons secured a 1-0 victory over Cameroon in the quarter-finals of the 2022 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations on Thursday. Rasheedat Ajibade’s second-half strike earned victory for the Super Falcons in the keenly contested encounter at the Stade Mohammed V in Casablanca. With this result, the West Africans will now face hosts Morocco…
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CAF Awards: Simon, Amoo miss out as final shortlists unveiled
Nigerian duo, Moses Simon and Akinkunmi Amoo have failed to make the final shortlists of the CAF Awards. Simon was shortlisted for the Men’s Player of the Year award, while Amoo was in the running for the Young Player of the Year award. The Confederation of African Football released the final shortlists for the different…
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Payne sisters thrilled to make history with Nigeria at WAFCON 2022
Payne sisters, Toni and Nicole are delighted to make history with Nigeria after they both started Sunday night’s 4-0 win against Burundi at the 2022 Africa Women’s Cup of Nations. Toni and Nicole became the first siblings to start for the Super Falcons in tournament history against the Swallows. The pair, who were born and…
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Enyimba FC Captain, Austine Oladapo proposes to his girlfriend before their game against Dakadda
The people’s Elephant captain, Oladapo Austine, knelt on his knee to propose to his girlfriend Ogbanuka Pauline following their defeat to Dakadda in Aba. Oladapo publicly announced that the wedding will be held on the 12th of August on his Facebook handle. Oladapo began the match in which they suffered a 0-2 and was replaced…
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Super Falcons will make us proud again- Sports director
George Shitta, the Taraba Director of Sports, on Tuesday said Super Falcons can make Nigeria proud again in the ongoing 2022 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco, in spite of their unimpressive opening match against South Africa. Newsmen report that the Nigeria’s Super Falcons lost 1-2 to Banyana Banyana in their first…
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Did Dramani Reveals How Black Stars Outclass Super Eagles For a Place at the World Cup
Ghana’s Black Stars deputy coach Mas-Ud Didi Dramani, has recounted how the four-time African Champions masterminded their World Cup qualification ahead of star-studded Super Eagles team. The Black Stars edged Nigeria to qualify for the World Cup in Qatar via the away goal rule. The Super Eagles were favourites before the two-legged encounter, having…
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AWCON 2022 Update : Super Falcons lose to Africa in opening game
Super Falcons failed to hold their own and lost 1-2 to perennial rivals South Africa in their opening game of the Africa Women Cup of Nations on Monday. Two quick goals proved the difference in what was termed the final before final when the draws were held. Jermaine Seoposenwe who returned to the Banyana Banyana…
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Osimhen missed out as Moses Simon nominated for CAF Men’s Player of the Year award
Super Eagles forward was the only nominee in CAF’s list for Player of the Year nominations Moses Simon is the only Nigerian footballer in the CAF nominations for the Men’s Player of the Year award. Simon, who had a decent African Cup of Nations showing was the only Nigerian nominee in the nominations which looked…
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EXCLUSIVE! Talented Swedish-based Nigerian forward Akinkunmi Amoo Shortlisted for CAF Young Player of the Year Award
Nigerian youngster Akinkunmi Amoo has been nominated for the CAF Young Player of the Year award. In January, 2022, Amoo signed a five-year deal with F.C. Copenhagen in the Danish Superliga.The fee was reportedly set at around €4.4 million, plus bonuses and a sell-on clause, making it a record breaking transfer for Hammarby. He has…
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Moshood Abiola National Stadium becomes the first Stadium in Africa to get the new FIFA Approved VIP and Team Shelter
The National Stadium in Abuja, Moshood Abiola National Stadium has become the first Stadium in Africa to get the new FIFA Approved VIP and Team Shelter The stadium serves as a home to the Nigerian national football team, as well as a center for various social, cultural, and religious events. The Federal Government of Nigeria…
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Miller urges Aribo to dump Rangers for Premier League
Rangers hero, Kenny Miller, has advised Joe Aribo to make a big leap in his career by moving to a Premier League club. Aribo is a subject of interest from Crystal Palace, Nottingham Forest and Aston Villa. The versatile midfielder has a year left on his contract with Rangers and is reportedly not willing…
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West Ham target Villarreal’s Arnaut Danjuma to strengthen attack
West Ham have approached Villarreal about signing Arnaut Danjuma, but they could face stiff competition for the Netherlands forward’s signature. David Moyes wants to improve his attack this summer and is interested in Danjuma after the 25-year-old’s impressive performances over the last 12 months. The Netherlands international, who can play on the wing or through…
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I’m staying with Napoli, Osimhen tells EPL suitors
Victor Osimhen has again re-affirmed his intention to stay with Serie A club, Napoli this summer. The Nigerian player is desiring to play in the UEFA Champions League with Napoli and as such, will shun offers from the Premier League clubs. La Gazzetta dello Sport has reported that the 23-year-old striker has opted to…