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U-20 World Cup: Flying Eagles set to depart for Chile on Sunday
By Tosin Omojola – Nigeria’s U-20 national team, the Flying Eagles, are scheduled to depart the country on Sunday for the FIFA U-20 World Cup in Chile. According to the arrangement, some Europe-based professionals who made the final cut will join the rest of the squad on the way to the South American country. The two-time silver medalists at the…
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Oshodi re-elected Nigeria Judo Federation President, unveils second-term agenda
By Tosin Omojola – Nigeria Judo Federation President, Dr. Musa Oshodi, was on Thursday in Abuja re-elected as the federation’s boss after securing all 31 votes to emerge victorious for a second term in office. In his speech after the free and fair exercise, an elated Oshodi expressed deep gratitude for the trust placed in him and pledged to work…
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Okocha refutes viral claim on contesting NFF presidency
By Tosin Omojola – Former Super Eagles captain, Austin ‘Jay Jay’ Okocha, has denied a statement credited to him online, claiming he was vying for the post of President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF). Reacting to the rumour, which went viral across various social media platforms on Wednesday, the former Bolton Wanderers midfielder described the post as unfounded. In…
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NSC backs Team Nigeria as Amusan, Brume headline squad for Tokyo 2025
The National Sports Commission (NSC) has reaffirmed its support for Team Nigeria as the country’s contingent departs for the 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, Japan, scheduled for September 13–21, 2025. Director-General of the NSC, Honourable Bukola Olopade, urged the athletes to give their best and bring glory to Nigeria, emphasizing that they have the full backing of the Commission…
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Super Eagles coach confident of World Cup qualification
By Tosin Omojola – Despite growing uncertainty over Nigeria’s chances of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Super Eagles coach, Eric Chelle, has remained optimistic, insisting that his team will not give up. The Super Eagles failed to secure maximum points against group leaders South Africa on Tuesday in Bloemfontein, with a 1-1 draw further reducing their chances of…
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Super Eagles’ gaffe: Chelle speaks on team’s draw against South Africa
By Tosin Omojola – Super Eagles head coach, Eric Sekou Chelle, has reacted to his team’s 1-1 draw against the Bafana Bafana of South Africa on Tuesday. The 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier Group C clash was played at the Toyota Stadium, Bloemfontein. Calvin Bassey’s strike on the stroke of halftime cancelled out William Troost-Ekong’s own goal, ensuring both sides…
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Bassey header earns Nigeria vital point in 1-1 draw with South Africa
By Tosin Omojola – Nigeria’s Super Eagles were on Tuesday held to a 1-1 draw by Bafana Bafana of South Africa in a 2026 World Cup qualifier. The result puts South Africa within touching distance of securing the group’s ticket, while Nigeria’s chances hang in the balance. The much-anticipated encounter, played at the Toyota Stadium, Bloemfontein, saw both sides battling…
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FIFA clears South Africa despite ineligible player controversy
South Africa may have survived the hammer of world football’s governing body, FIFA, over the fielding of an ineligible player in one of their 2026 World Cup qualifiers. Bafana Bafana appear to have been handed a significant boost in their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification campaign after FIFA opted not to sanction them for fielding Aaron Mokoena, deemed ineligible, during…
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Team Nigeria departs for Tokyo ahead of World Athletics Championships
Nigeria’s contingent of athletes and officials will depart the country today (Tuesday) for the 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, Japan, scheduled to begin on Saturday, September 13. While some US-based athletes have already arrived in Tokyo, the departing group includes a blend of athletes and officials. Last week, the Athletics Federation of Nigeria unveiled a 15-athlete roster comprising seven…
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Nigeria’s high commissioner backs Super Eagles triumph over South Africa
Nigeria’s High Commissioner to South Africa, His Excellency Tope Ajayi, has charged the Super Eagles to do their best and secure three points in today’s clash against South Africa. The two sides go head-to-head this evening in Bloemfontein, in a crucial 2026 World Cup qualifier Group C tie. “I have the confidence that we will win, and many South Africans…
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