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NFF, Chelle to finalise Super Eagles squad for Gabon playoff
Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle, is set to meet with the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) Technical Committee this week to finalise the list of invited players and conclude preparations ahead of the 2026 World Cup African playoff. Nigeria will take on Gabon in the first semi-final of the playoff on November 13. A win will see the Super Eagles…
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World Cup playoff: Countdown begins as Nigeria face Gabon
The Super Eagles of Nigeria are set for a decisive battle against Gabon in the African playoffs for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The much-anticipated encounter will take place on Thursday, November 13, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. (Nigerian time) in Morocco. For Nigeria, this is more than just a match — it’s a mission to return to the biggest stage…
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NPFL: Niger Tornadoes beaten at home, Katsina Utd hold 3SC in Ibadan
By Tosin Omojola – Abia Warriors on Sunday shocked hosts Niger Tornadoes 2-1 in a Matchday 11 clash played at the Bako Kontagora Stadium, Minna. The visitors, who took a 2-0 lead into the break before the hosts pulled one back later in the second half, stood their ground as they held on to record the only away victory of…
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Flying Eagles coach Zubair joins Egyptian side Telecom Egypt SC
Head coach of Nigeria’s Flying Eagles, Aliyu Zubair, has been appointed as the new head coach of Egyptian second-division side Telecom Egypt SC. Zubair, who recently led the Nigerian team to the FIFA U-20 World Cup in Chile, was unveiled by the Egyptian club on a two-year deal at their headquarters in Cairo. The appointment is a testament to Zubair’s…
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Joao Pedro ends goal drought as Chelsea pip Tottenham
Joao Pedro ended his 10-game goal drought to give Chelsea a deserved victory as Tottenham were booed off after another dismal home performance. The 24-year-old Brazilian, who has been struggling for both fitness and form, confidently chipped in the winner after persistent pressing by Moises Caicedo forced defender Micky van de Ven into a mistake inside his own box. Pedro…
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Okoye’s heroics inspire Udinese to victory over Lookman’s Atalanta
Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye produced a commanding performance in goal as Udinese earned a 1–0 victory over Ademola Lookman’s Atalanta, extending the visitors’ winless run in Serie A to six matches. Nicolo Zaniolo’s first-half strike proved decisive at the Bluenergy Stadium, as Kosta Runjaic’s side claimed back-to-back home wins and moved into the top half of the Italian top…
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LASG announces traffic diversions ahead of Sunday’s tour de Nigeria cycling race
The Lagos State Government has announced traffic diversions ahead of the Cycology X Itel Tour de Nigeria Cycling Race, scheduled for Sunday, November 2, 2025, from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. A post on the X handle of the Commissioner for Transportation, Mr. Oluwaseun Osiyemi, on Saturday, said the 60km race will start at Dolphin Loop, passing through Osborne Road,…
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Amad Diallo late strike earns United point at Nottingham Forest
Amad Diallo lashed home a thunderous 81st-minute volley to earn Manchester United a point in a thrilling Premier League encounter against Nottingham Forest at the City Ground. The visitors thought they were heading for a fourth straight win and second place in the table after Casemiro headed them into a half-time lead from a corner that Forest players felt should…
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Arsenal extend Premier League table lead with 2-0 win at Burnley
Premier League leaders Arsenal continued their impressive start to the season with a comfortable 2-0 victory at Burnley, making it nine consecutive wins in all competitions. Goals from Viktor Gyökeres and Declan Rice sealed the result — their fifth straight league win — as Mikel Arteta’s side moved seven points clear at the top, although they have played a game…
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Super Eagles will seize World Cup playoff chance – Eguavoen
Head of the Technical Department of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Austin Eguavoen, has vowed that the Super Eagles will make the most of their second chance in the World Cup playoffs. Despite a less-than-convincing qualifying campaign, Nigeria managed to secure a playoff spot alongside Gabon, Cameroon, and DR Congo. Speaking on a television programme on OGTV, the former Super…
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