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Image Credit: Кирилл Венедиктов Hervé Renard, the head coach of the France women’s national team, has announced his intention to resign from his position following the Paris Olympic Games, aiming to focus on leading a men's national team to the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Renard's decision comes...
Former Super Eagles coach Sunday Oliseh has criticized the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) for their approach in searching for a new coach for the national team. Oliseh compared the NFF's public call for applications to Liverpool FC's discreet search for Jurgen Klopp's replacement, emphasizing...
Lionel Messi, currently playing for Inter Miami since 2023, has provided insights into his retirement plans amidst his impressive performance, scoring 16 goals and providing seven assists in 19 appearances. Despite his remarkable achievements, concerns about his durability at 36 arise due to...
Social media is abuzz with indifference towards the Mali vs. Nigerian match, indicating Nigerians' preoccupation with survival over sports. Tweets from users like @buzzedison and @gideonjunior_ reflect this sentiment, with many stating they were more focused on pressing matters than the match...
In a disappointing turn of events for the Nigerian national football team, the Super Eagles faced a 2-0 defeat against Mali's Eagles in a friendly match held on Tuesday night at the Grand Stade de Marrakech. The defeat came despite the Super Eagles' efforts, as expressed by defender Kenneth...
Nigeria's hopes for a victorious streak were dashed as the Super Eagles faced a disheartening 2-0 defeat against Mali's Les Aigles in their international friendly match on Tuesday night in Marrakech, Morocco. Led by legendary Finidi George, the Eagles struggled to find their footing from the...
Former Super Eagles and Borussia Dortmund forward, Victor Ikpeba Nosa, has thrown his support behind his ex-teammate, Finidi George, to take over as Nigeria's permanent coach following Jose Peseiro's tenure, reports Soccernet.ng. Finidi, currently the head coach of Enyimba FC and previously an...
According to journalist Femi Fabumi, the Super Eagles of Nigeria stand to gain significantly if they secure a victory against Mali in Tuesday's international friendly match. Fabumi emphasized that defeating Mali, a formidable opponent as demonstrated by their performance in the recent AFCON...
Nigeria's contingent at the 13th African Games in Ghana showcased an exceptional performance, bringing home a treasure trove of medals. Tobi Amusan, hailed as Nigeria's athlete queen, secured her legacy by clinching her third consecutive Gold medal in the 100m hurdle event, a historic...
Super Falcons head coach Randy Waldrum has named a 22-player squad for the upcoming Paris Olympics final qualifying fixture against South Africa. The squad includes familiar faces like captain Rasheedat Ajibade, Africa queen Asisat Oshoala, and goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie. Regulars such as...
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