Category: Abia Warriors
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DFB Pokal: Boniface sends Leverkusen to the semis
Victor Boniface came off the bench to give DFB Pokal Holders, Bayer Leverkusen the Winner in extra time to defeat FC Koln in the DFB Pokal, Nigeriasoccertnet.com reports. Boniface scored his 10th goal of the season as the defending champions came from two goals down to beat FC Koln in the quarter-finals of the German…
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State Federation Cup: Abia Warriors smash Enyimba Feeders to progress
Abia Warriors have progressed to the next round of the Abia State President Federation Cup after hitting four past Enyimba Feeders on Tuesday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Umuahia Warriors thrash the young elephants 4-0 in Aba after a spirited fight by the youth wing of Enyimba. The first half was a 50-50 battle, and although the…
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Official: Christian Nwachukwu becomes a Sheffield United player
Nigeria’s Christian Nwachukwu has joined Sheffield United in the EFL Championship from Bulgarian top-flight outfit Botev Plovdiv for an undisclosed fee, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The 19-year-old forward has signed a contract until 2027, with an option for two more years. Boss Chris Wilder said: “Christian joins the club after being identified through our new data-driven transfer…
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We will continue to fight – Lobi Stars Coach Amokachi
Lobi Stars Coach, Daniel Amokachi has stated that his team will continue to fight and believes soon they will get better after their game against Enyimba FC in Bauchi, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Markurdi-based side hosted the record title winners at the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Stadium and lost 0-1 courtesy of a first goal from Ifeanyi…
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Kano Pillars suspend Coach Usman Sheriff Abdallah
Nigeria Premier Football League side, Kano Pillars has announced a three weeks suspension for Coach Usman Sheriff Abdallah after Pillars’ goalless draw with Bayelsa United on Sunday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports The management of the four-time league champions stated that Abdallah was suspended “over poor results and his gesture towards the fans” after their game against Bayelsa…
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NPFL: Akwa United poor run continue as Bayelsa United hold Kano Pillars in Kano
Akwa United for the third consecutive match could not get a win after they played Abia Warriors while Kano Pillars failed to win at home against Bayelsa United on Sunday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Promise Keepers lost against Abia Warriors at the Umuahia Township Stadium 2-0 courtesy of goals from Antoine Ijoma and Samuel Ogunjimi. Ijioma…
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William Troost-Ekong scores in defeat against Al Ittihad
Nigeria Super Eagles defender, William Troost-Ekong was on the score sheet for Al Kholood in their defeat against Al Ittihad in the Saudi Pro League defeat, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Troost-Ekong opened score for Al Kholood that led 2-0 at some point in the gam but it was not to be as they fell 3-4 at the…
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Jennifer Echegini assists PSG Feminines to victory over RCSA
Nigeria Super Falcons midfielder, Jennifer Echegini assisted her side, PSG Fémininies to victory after two matches without a win, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Rouge et Bleu defeated the newly promoted Strasbourg 1-2 at the Stade de la Meinau on Saturday. The Parisans opened score in the 44th after much push for a goal. Echegini put through…
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Aribo, Onuachu lead Southampton to victory after 2 months
Joe Aribo and Ebere Paul Onuachu emerged as Southampton’s heroes, scoring both goals to secure their first win since November, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Aribo and Onuachu netted in the first and second half for Southampton, securing a crucial 2-1 victory over Ipswich on their home turf on Saturday. Joe Aribo found the back of the net…
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Remo Star fight back to get maximum points against Abia Warriors
Table toppers, Remo Stars avoided a costly slip-off after rallying back from two goals down to get a win against Abia Warriors in their Nigeria Premier Football League match day 21 on Wednesday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Sky Blue Stars staged a comeback to win 3-2 against the Umuahia Warriors after going behind in the first…
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NPFL: Abia Warriors set sights on Remo Stars clash after third consecutive win
Abia Warriors have shifted their focus to their upcoming Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) clash against league leaders, Remo Stars, after securing a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Bayelsa United in Umuahia over the weekend. The win marked their third consecutive triumph in the league, boosting their confidence ahead of Wednesday’s crucial fixture in Ikenne. Speaking…
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AFCON Draw: “We have the experience to handle these situations”- Ekong
William Troost-Ekong, a defender for Nigeria’s Super Eagles, has responded to the draw for the 2025 African Cup of Nations, which took place on Monday in Morocco, according to Nigeriasoccernet.com. Ekong says the draw which pitched Nigeria against Tunisia, Uganda, and Tanzania though not easy, but he believes the team will do well. The Alkholood…
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AFCON Draw: Eric Chelle focused on World Cup Qualifiers
Nigeria Super Eagles Coach Eric Chelle has decided to focus on the World Cup Qualifiers, which are of immediate consequence rather than the African Cup of Nations coming up later, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The former Mali senior National team Coach was asked after the AFCON draw, but he quickly switched to the World Cup Qualifiers, where the…
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Christantus Uche leads Getafe to win over Real Sociedad
Christantus Uche shines with one goal and one assist in Getafe’s impressive away La Liga victory over Real Sociedad, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Nigerian midfielder put up one of his best performances this season as he assisted Getafe to a crucial 0-3 win in San Sebastián. After a goalless affair in the first half and the…
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Tornadoes stun Rangers at home as Abia Warriors, Nasarawa Utd edge Bayelsa & Katsina Utd
Reigning champions fell short for the second time in their home this season after Niger Tornadoes got a slim win over them while Abia Warriors and Nasarawa United were able to get narrow wins against Bayelsa United and Katsina United, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. After winning the first leg away from home, the Flying Antelopes were pumped…
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Tolu Arokodare propels KRC Genk to victory over KVC Westerlo
Nigeria’s Tolu Arokodare continued his hot form with a goal and an assist in orchestrating a win for Genk over Westerlo in the Belgian Professional Football League on Saturday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Arokodare in 45 minutes provided one assist and scored one goal against KVC Westerlo to give the league leaders a 1-2 win at Het…
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Victor Osimhen hands Galatasaray maximum points against Konyaspor
Nigeria’s Super Eagles striker, Victor Osimhen was on the score sheet to help Galatasaray earn maximum points in the Turkish league on Saturday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Osimhen scored from the spot in the first half to score his 12th goal of the season in the league and give Galatasaray a slim 1-0 victory over Konyaspor at…
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NPFL: New balls to be used for second stanza
Matches of the second stanza of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) will be played with the official match balls produced by Prostar Sports. #NPFL25 unveils Prostar Sports as official match ball Details ? https://t.co/pcBS4SkY7J pic.twitter.com/A549Y6xvEk — NPFL (@NigeriaPFL) January 20, 2025 This followed the delivery of the first batch of the match balls from…
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Nnadozie Chiamaka with consecutive clean sheets
Nigeria Super Falcons goalkeeper, Nnadozie Chiamaka once again led her side Paris FC Fémininies to another win in the D1 Arkema on Saturday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. For the second year running, the number one goalkeeper in African women’s football played her part in the Parisans’ 6-0 win over the 10-women Guingampaises EAG Femininies at the Stade…