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U-20 AFCON: CAF searches for new host as Ivory Coast’s withdraws
With just a month to go before the 2025 U-20 Africa Cup of Nations kicks off, Ivory Coast has officially withdrawn as the tournament’s host. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) announced Ivory Coast as the host nation in 2024. However, on Wednesday, the Ivorian government directed the country’s football federation to relinquish hosting duties. In an official statement, FIF…
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WCQ: Chelle expresses disappointment after draw with Zimbabwe
Super Eagles coach, Eric Chelle, has expressed disappointment over his team’s 1-1 draw against Zimbabwe in a 2026 World Cup qualifier. Speaking at the post-match press conference, Chelle voiced his frustration but remained optimistic about the team’s chances of qualification. “In the first half, we had the opportunity to score at least 10 goals. Zimbabwe came to defend, but my…
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Eagles drop points in Uyo as Zimbabwe secure late draw
By Olaolu Joseph Nigeria’s Super Eagles were held to a 1-1 draw by the Warriors of Zimbabwe on Tuesday, a result that puts their chances of qualifying for the 2026 World Cup in jeopardy. Playing before a capacity crowd at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo, the Eric Chelle-led Eagles failed to build on their 2-0 victory away to Rwanda…
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Ex-FIFA chief Blatter and soccer great Platini cleared in corruption case
Former FIFA President Sepp Blatter and French football legend Michel Platini were cleared of corruption charges by a Swiss court on Tuesday, two-and-a-half years after their initial acquittal. The Extraordinary Appeals Chamber of the Swiss Criminal Court in Muttenz, near Basel, ruled in favor of the pair, who had been accused of fraud. Swiss federal prosecutors had appealed their 2022…
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PHOTO NEWS: Tinubu lights Unity Torch ahead of National Sports Festival
By Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday flagged off the movement of the Torch of Unity ahead of the 22nd National Sports Festival (Gateway Games Ogun State 2025). The event is scheduled to be held from May 16 to May 30, 2025. Tinubu lit the torch at the forecourt of the State House, Abuja, at about 2:15 p.m. when…
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Tinubu lights Unity Torch ahead of National Sports Festival
By Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday flagged off the movement of the Torch of Unity ahead of the 22nd National Sports Festival, known as the Gateway Games Ogun State 2025. The festival is scheduled to take place from May 16 to May 30, 2025. Tinubu lit the torch at the forecourt of the State House, Abuja, at about…
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WCQ: South Africa risks sanctions for violating FIFA rules
…Nigeria to benefit from Group C leader’s error By Olaolu Joseph South Africa may face FIFA sanctions in the ongoing World Cup qualifiers for allegedly fielding an ineligible player, which could result in the forfeiture of points. The group leaders are under scrutiny for including Teboho Mokoena in their recent qualifier against Lesotho, despite the midfielder having received two yellow…
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CAF names Eritreans as match officials for Nigeria vs. Zimbabwe game
By Olaolu Joseph The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has listed Eritrean trio Tsegay Mogos Teklu, Michael Eyobel, and Samuel Menghis Sirak to officiate Tuesday’s 2026 World Cup qualifying match between Nigeria and Zimbabwe in Uyo. Teklu Mogos Tsegay, a no-nonsense referee, will be at the center of the encounter. This will be the third match Tsegay officiates in the…
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Super Eagles’ coach anticipates tough contest against Zimbabwe
By Olaolu Joseph Super Eagles coach, Eric Chelle, says his team will not have an easy task against Zimbabwe when both sides clash in a 2026 World Cup qualifying match on Tuesday. However, he remains focused on winning every game. Speaking during Monday’s pre-match press conference, the former Malian national team coach said, “I talked to my players and told…
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Super Eagles focused on World Cup qualification, AFCON glory – Troost-Ekong
Super Eagles captain, William Troost-Ekong, has declared that the team is focused on securing a World Cup ticket and winning the next CAF African Nations Cup in Morocco. Speaking at the pre-match press conference in Uyo on Monday evening, Ekong said, “We have experienced players in the team, with Alex Iwobi being the most capped. We also have young and…
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