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The Super Eagles arrived in Kigali for their crucial AFCON 2025 Qualifiers against Rwanda after a 3-0 win over Benin. With Rwanda aiming for the top of the group after a draw with Libya, the upcoming match will be decisive for both teams in the qualification race. The Super Eagles of Nigeria...
Victor Osimhen has surpassed Yakubu Aiyegbeni on Nigeria’s all-time goalscorers list, scoring his 22nd goal for the Super Eagles during a 3-0 victory over Benin Republic in the AFCON qualifiers. He now aims to overtake Segun Odegbami, with Rashidi Yekini's record of 37 goals in sight. Victor...
Nigerian athlete Flora Ugwunwa won a silver medal in the women’s javelin F54 event at the 2024 Paralympics in Paris. With a throw of 19.26 meters, Ugwunwa secured her third consecutive Paralympic medal, following her previous golds in Rio 2016 and Tokyo 2021. At the 2024 Paralympics in Paris...
Victor Boniface leads the Super Eagles' attack in their crucial 2025 AFCON qualifier against Benin Republic. Supported by wingers Ademola Lookman and Samuel Chukwueze, Nigeria's lineup aims to secure a win. William Troost-Ekong captains a strong defense, while Wilfred Ndidi and Alex Iwobi...
Gernot Rohr, head coach of the Benin Republic, acknowledges Nigeria's superior squad ahead of their AFCON 2025 qualifier. Despite a previous victory against Nigeria in June, Rohr highlights the absence of key players like Victor Osimhen. The match will take place at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium...
Onyinyechi Mark made history at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games by winning Nigeria’s first gold medal in the women’s 61kg powerlifting category. With a record-breaking 150kg lift, Mark surpassed the previous record, defeating China’s Cui Jianjin and Mexico’s Amelia Perez to secure her victory...
Augustine Eguavoen, the interim coach of the Super Eagles, has dismissed notions of revenge ahead of their 2025 AFCON qualifiers against Benin. Focused on securing maximum points, Eguavoen aims for six points across two matches to boost Nigeria's chances of qualifying for the prestigious...
Victor Osimhen received a warm welcome at the Super Eagles camp after joining Galatasaray on loan. Despite recent challenges, he is set to lead Nigeria's attack in upcoming Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Benin and Rwanda, bringing optimism to fans and teammates alike. Super Eagles...
Victor Osimhen has officially joined Galatasaray on a season-long loan from Napoli. The Nigerian striker expressed his enthusiasm for the move, promising to give his all for the Turkish champions. Osimhen aims to replicate his previous form and help Galatasaray compete in domestic and European...
The Super Falconets of Nigeria faced a 3-1 defeat against Germany in their second match of the 2024 FIFA Under-20 Women’s World Cup. Despite an initial victory over South Korea, Nigeria struggled to convert chances, leaving them needing a win against Venezuela to advance in the tournament. In a...
The Nigeria Football Federation has appointed Aliyu Zubairu as the new head coach of the Flying Eagles, the Under-20 men's team. Zubairu replaces Ladan Bosso, who recently joined Bayelsa United. His first task will be preparing the team for the upcoming WAFU B Under-20 Championship. The Nigeria...
Former NFF Technical Director James Peter criticized the appointment of Austin Eguavoen as the interim coach of the Super Eagles ahead of the AFCON qualifiers against Benin and Rwanda. Peter labeled Eguavoen a "serial failure," citing past disappointments, including the failure to qualify for...
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