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Akpom reiterates desire to play for Nigeria’s Super Eagles
Ajax striker, Chuba Akpom has reaffirmed his commitment to playing for Nigeria’s Super Eagles, despite not receiving an invitation since switching his international allegiance in 2019, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Akpom, 29, was born in London to Nigerian parents and represented England at youth level, but is still eligible to play for Nigeria. “I try to give…
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Everton eye Awoniyi as January transfer deadline looms
English Premier League side, Everton have identified Nottingham Forest striker Taiwo Awoniyi as a potential target as the January transfer deadline approaches, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The 27-year-old Nigerian international has found himself behind Chris Wood in the pecking order at Forest, leading to speculation about his future. Despite Awoniyi’s stated desire to stay at Forest, interest…
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Onyedika delighted with first Champions League goal
Club Brugge midfielder, Raphael Onyedika has expressed his excitement after scoring his first-ever UEFA Champions League goal against Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Onyedika’s strike proved to be a consolation as Brugge lost 3-1 to the Premier League giants on Wednesday night. The Nigeria international struggled to contain his emotions after the…
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Bayelsa Queens thrash Benue Queen as Afensimi Omon’s season first hattrick sink Delta Queens
Former champions, Bayelsa Queens served newbies, Benue Queens another baptism of fire as Adamawa Queens thrashed another former champions in the Nigeria Women Football League match day 3, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Bayelsa Queens put league debutants, Benue Queens to the sword, defeating them by 5-1 to record their second win of the season at the Samson…
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Peseiro rejects Kayserispor job amid club’s financial woes
Former Super Eagles head coach Jose Peseiro has turned down the opportunity to manage Turkish Super Lig club Kayserispor, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Peseiro, according to Portuguese news outlet A Bola, held talks with Kayserispor officials but ultimately decided against taking the reins at the struggling club. Kayserispor are currently 17th in the Turkish Super Lig, with…
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Akpom linked with Leicester City and Marseille moves
Ajax forward Chuba Akpom has attracted interest from Leicester City and Olympic Marseille, with the Dutch club reportedly open to a loan deal for the 29-year-old Nigerian-born striker, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Akpom, who has scored eight goals in 31 appearances for Ajax this season, previously rejected a loan move to Sunderland. He has three-and-a-half years remaining…
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Uganda’s Aucho confident of Cranes’ AFCON chances
Uganda captain Khalid Aucho is optimistic that the Cranes can make a positive impact at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, despite being drawn in a tough group, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Paul Put’s side will face Nigeria, Tunisia, and Tanzania in Group C, with the Super Eagles and Carthage Eagles tipped as favorites to progress. However,…
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Boniface defends relationship aftter break-up rumours
Nigeria international, Victor Boniface has dismissed speculation that his four-year relationship with Norwegian partner Rikke Hermine has ended, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Rumours had circulated that the couple’s relationship had broken down due to disagreements over a prenuptial agreement, with Hermine allegedly insisting on a marriage without the contract. However, Boniface took to social media to vehemently…
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CHAN 2024: Congo disqualified from competition
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has disqualified Congo from participating in the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN), Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The African football governing body made the decision after confirm that Congo fielded an ineligible player in the qualifiers. CAF disciplinary board acted on a complaint filed by the Equatorial Guinea Football Federation (FEGUIFUT) and…
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“Playing in a World Cup would be very special” – Chidera Ejuke
Sevilla forward Chidera Ejuke has opened up on his greatest desire with the Nigeria national team following his return to action, confessing that it would absolutely be a top honor to represent the nation at the upcoming FIFA World Cup, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Speaking to El Correo de Andalucía, the Super Eagles winger who recently made…
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Taca da Liga Feminina: Christy Ucheibe in action as Benfica advance to next round
Christy Ucheibe and Benfica have booked a spot in the next round of the Taca da Liga Feminina after defeating Torreense 3-0 to gain a comfortable first leg lead in the semi-finals of the Women’s Football League Cup at the Manuel Marques Stadium, in Torres Vedras, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Super Falcons midfielder shared her excitement…
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UCL: Ademola Lookman shines as Atalanta breeze past Sturm Graz
Nigeria international Ademola Lookman continued his goalscoring streak as Atalanta breezed past Sturm Graz in the UCL to pick up a routine 5-0 victory in front of their home fans yesterday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. His goal means that the CAF player of the year has now registered his name on the scoresheet for the fourth time…
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Boniface set for Leverkusen return in Champions League clash
Bayer Leverkusen manager, Xabi Alonso has confirmed that Victor Boniface will be included in the squad for their UEFA Champions League tie against Atletico Madrid, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The 24-year-old Nigerian striker has been sidelined since November with a thigh injury, missing Leverkusen’s last 12 games across all competitions. However, after returning to full training, Boniface…
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Brentford in Advanced talks to sign Kayode
Premier League club, Brentford are in advanced negotiations with Fiorentina to sign Nigerian-born defender Michael Kayode, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. According to Violanews, Brentford want to sign the 20-year-old on loan with the option to make the move permanent at the end of the season. However, Fiorentina are keen to include a buy-back clause in the deal,…
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Balogun reiterates desire to play for Nigeria
Rangers defender Leon Balogun has reaffirmed his commitment to playing for Nigeria, dismissing suggestions that he has retired from international football. Balogun’s last appearance for the Super Eagles was in a 2023 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Sao Tome and Principe in June 2022. The 36-year-old has been consistently overlooked since then, largely due…
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President Federation Cup: State competitions get underway
The State preliminaries of this year’s President Federation Cup competition got underway on Monday, with the final matches in the States to be played either on 22nd February or 23rd February, according to the NFF Competitions Department, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. “All final matches in the States are to be played on either Saturday, 22nd February, or…
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NFF concretize plans for CAF B-License Coaching Course
The Nigeria Football Federation has set in motion concrete plans to organize a four-month CAF B-License Coaching Course for both men and women coaches that is designed to enhance the capacity of Nigerian coaches and prepare them for current and future challenges, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. NFF Technical Director, Coach Augustine Eguavoen told thenff.com that the course…
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Osimhen criticises Galatasaray’s first-half display after stalemate
Nigeria striker Victor Osimhen says Galatasaray lacked intensity in the first half of their 1-1 draw with Hatayspor in the Turkish Super Lig, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Osimhen scored from the penalty spot in the 56th minute to earn his side a point, but felt they were below par in the opening 45 minutes. “There was a…
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Boniface in contention for Leverkusen’s Atletico clash
Bayer Leverkusen manager Xabi Alonso has hinted that Victor Boniface could return to the matchday squad for their upcoming UEFA Champions League tie against Atletico Madrid, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Boniface has been sidelined since November with a hamstring injury, but Alonso revealed that the 24-year-old is making progress in his recovery. “There is a possibility, but…
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Lookman’s fine strike insufficient in Napoli’s defeat
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Reigning African footballer of the year and Nigeria’s Ademola Lookman was on the score sheet in Atalanta BC’S defeat against Napoli in the Italian Serie A, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Lookman scored the second goal to bring the game to equilibrium, but a late goal by the visitors handed Atalanta a 2-3 loss at Bergamo. Mateo Retegui…