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Gabon captain Aubameyang issues warning to Nigeria ahead of playoff clash
Gabonese captain Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has issued a stern warning to Nigeria’s Super Eagles ahead of their crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup playoff clash. Aubameyang, who played a key role in helping the Panthers secure a playoff spot, expressed his team’s strong determination to qualify for the global showpiece. Both teams are set to face off in the first leg of…
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2025 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup: Flamingos edge Paraguay in five-goal thriller
Nigeria’s U-17 women’s national team, the Flamingos, rounded off their pre-World Cup preparations in style with a hard-fought 3–2 victory over Paraguay in Casablanca on Tuesday evening. The thrilling encounter capped their 12th warm-up game, bringing their total tally to 50 goals scored and only six conceded. The Flamingos wasted no time announcing their intent, taking the lead inside the…
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Super Eagles to face Gabon in 2026 World Cup play-off
By Tosin Omojola – Nigeria’s Super Eagles have been drawn to face Gabon in the semi-finals of the African play-offs for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The fixture was confirmed on Tuesday following the conclusion of the qualifying group stage. Nigeria secured their place in the play-offs after a commanding 4–0 victory over Benin Republic, while Gabon finished second in…
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Osun government endorses OMPG 2025, promises full institutional support
The Osun State Government has officially endorsed the Osun Military and Paramilitary Games 2025 (OMPG 2025), reaffirming its commitment to promoting sports as a tool for unity, discipline, and youth development. Deputy Governor Prince Kola Adewusi, who also serves as the Commissioner for Sports, gave the assurance during the endorsement ceremony held at the Government Secretariat, Abere. He described the…
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NFF suspends three referees over poor officiating in NPFL
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has suspended three referees indefinitely for offences related to improper handling of matches in the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL). The sanctions were announced following matchday eight, during which the referees officiated two separate games. Mohammed B. Tuta of Adamawa and Ben Japhet of Benue, who served as Referee and Assistant Referee 1 respectively in…
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Ekong hails Super Eagles’ spirit, expresses confidence ahead of playoffs
Super Eagles skipper William Troost-Ekong has expressed joy over Nigeria’s emphatic 4–0 victory over Benin Republic on the final day of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers, a result that secured the team’s spot in the African playoffs. Speaking at the post-match press conference, Troost-Ekong described the triumph as a result of belief and resilience, acknowledging the challenges the team…
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African playoff awaits Super Eagles after group stage success
By Tosin Omojola – While Nigerians can breathe a sigh of relief that the hope of a place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup is still alive, a long and challenging journey still lies ahead for the Super Eagles. Eric Sekou Chelles and his lads lived up to expectations, walloping Benin Republic 4-0 to secure a place in the African…
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Super Eagles hammer Benin 4–0 to book playoff ticket
By Tosin Omojola – Nigeria did all they had to do on Tuesday night at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium, Uyo, to keep their hopes of qualifying for the 2026 World Cup alive. Needing a comprehensive win over Benin Republic to at least finish second in Group C, while hoping for favourable results from other fixtures, the Super Eagles rose to…
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Years after heartbreak, again, Nigeria’s World Cup fate rests in Rwanda’s hands
Just as it happened two decades ago, Nigeria’s World Cup hopes now rest in the hands of Rwanda. The Super Eagles must not only defeat Benin Republic in Uyo on Tuesday, the final match day of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying series, but also hope that Rwanda can hold or beat South Africa in their decisive encounter. This situation…
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‘Nigeria rejected me, now I’ll stop them’ — Beninoise striker Aiyegun declares
Benin Republic forward, Tosin Aiyegun, has expressed his determination to deny Nigeria a place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The striker revealed that his motivation stems from the disappointment of being overlooked by his country of birth. “Nigeria have so many good players in top leagues around the world, especially in my position. So they stopped me from following…
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