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AFCON 2025: Tragedy as stadium worker dies during cleaning duty
With just weeks to the kickoff of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, tragedy has struck at one of the host venues, leaving the Local Organizing Committee in mourning. A young cleaning worker reportedly lost his life at the Ibn Batouta Stadium in Tangier after falling from a significant height while performing routine cleaning duties on the stadium’s…
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World Cup playoff: Nigeria, Gabon clash in Rabat
Nigeria will look to sustain their hopes of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup when they face Gabon in the semi-final of the CAF playoff series on Thursday evening in Rabat, Morocco. The Super Eagles, led by star striker Victor Osimhen, head into the clash buoyed by a 4–0 win over Benin that secured them second place in their…
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Peter Obi condemns unpaid allowances to Super Eagles, calls Nigeria ‘disgraced country’
Former presidential candidate Peter Obi has criticized the Federal Government and the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) over the ongoing protest by the Super Eagles regarding unpaid allowances, describing the situation as evidence of “what is found in a now disgraced country.” The Super Eagles reportedly boycotted their scheduled training session on Tuesday evening to protest unpaid bonuses and allowances for…
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Falconets defeat Ghana in final game of WAFU B U-20 Girls’ Cup
Nigeria’s Falconets wrapped up their 2025 WAFU B U-20 Girls’ Cup campaign in commanding fashion, thrashing rivals Ghana’s Black Princesses 3-0 on Tuesday in Benin. The Nigerian side came out blazing, scoring twice within the opening 40 minutes to stamp their authority on the West African showdown. Despite Ghana’s early pressure, including close efforts from Mary Amponsah and Linda Owusu…
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Troost-Ekong clarifies Super Eagles’ boycott over unpaid bonuses
Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has explained that the team’s decision not to train was due to unpaid bonuses and allowances owed since 2019. He dismissed reports that the players were demanding a special bonus ahead of Thursday’s World Cup playoff against Gabon, stressing that their only concern is receiving what they are rightfully owed. “Once a resolution is found,…
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Gabon coach wary of Osimhen, Lookman ahead of playoff against Nigeria
By Tosin Omojola – Gabonese national team head coach Thierry Mouyouma has identified the Super Eagles’ attacking duo of Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman as his major threat ahead of Thursday’s World Cup semi-final playoff in Morocco. Both Nigeria and Gabon will take to the pitch in the first semi-final match of the World Cup qualifier, with the winner set…
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Iwobi vows Super Eagles will fight for Chelle in Gabon clash
Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi has revealed that the team is motivated to give their all in the upcoming World Cup playoffs, not only for Nigeria but also for their head coach, Eric Chelle. Since his appointment, Chelle has successfully built a strong bond and sense of unity within the squad — something Iwobi believes has been crucial to their…
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Falconets win WAFU B U-20 Girls Cup with victory over Ghana Princesses
Nigeria’s Falconets showcased their dominance as they defeated Ghana Black Princesses 3-0 on Tuesday morning to lift the WAFU B U-20 Girls Cup title in Benin Republic. Janet Akekoromowei and Ramotalahi Kareem continued their fine scoring form, with Akekoromowei opening the scoring in the 17th minute before Alaba Olabiyi doubled the lead seven minutes later. The Princesses, who had fallen…
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IOC set to ban transgender athletes from Olympic women’s events, reports say
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) will enact a new policy prohibiting transgender female athletes from competing against biological women, according to multiple reports. The policy is expected to also cover athletes with differences of sex development (DSD). Currently, each sport’s governing body determines its own policies regarding transgender athletes. However, with changes in IOC leadership, The Times of London reported…
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2026 World Cup playoff: Super Eagles begin training for Gabon tie
By Tosin Omojola – Nigeria’s Super Eagles have commenced training ahead of Thursday’s 2026 World Cup qualifier playoff against Gabon. The Eagles will face the Gabonese in the first semi-final of the African playoff in Morocco, hoping to qualify for the final, then advance to the global playoff, and ultimately secure a place in the World Cup proper. According to…
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