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Eguavoen considers formation shift after Ajayi injury blow
By Tosin Omojola Super Eagles’ interim manager, Augustine Eguavoen, may need to adjust his team’s formation following an injury to key defender Semi Ajayi. Nigeria is set to face Benin Republic and Rwanda in their final AFCON 2024 Qualifying matches this month, but they will be without Ajayi, who suffered a hamstring injury while playing for West Bromwich Albion. The…
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Nigeria tennis umpires to hold AGM, election of new leadership Saturday
By Tosin Omojola The Nigeria Tennis Umpires Association (NTUA) will hold its Annual General Meeting (AGM) and elective congress on Saturday, November 2, 2024. Over 50 umpires are expected to attend the event, which will take place at 9:00 AM in the tennis section of Package B, Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja. According to NTUA Public Relations Officer Chukwunonso Nwabueze,…
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Super Eagles star Alex Iwobi ventures into music
By Tosin Omojola Best known for his exceptional skills on the football pitch, Alex Iwobi is now setting his sights on the music scene. The Fulham midfielder and Nigerian international, already a household name in sports, aims to use both his athletic and musical platforms to inspire young people. With a mission to uplift and empower, Iwobi’s dual passions are…
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3rd Governor Douye Diri National Wrestling Classics promises glamour – Igali
By Tosin Omojola As the 3rd Governor Douye Diri National Wrestling Classics kicks off this weekend, Honourable Daniel Igali, President of the Nigeria Wrestling Federation, has promised that this year’s tournament will feature even more glamorous activities than in previous years. Igali made this statement during an appearance on Radio Bayelsa 97.1 FM, a Yenagoa-based station, on Friday. He emphasized…
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NPFL players are technically sound – Eguavoen
By Tosin Omojola Super Eagles head coach Augustine Eguavoen has praised the players in the domestic league, highlighting their technical abilities. Eguavoen observed 35 invited players competing for spots in the Super Eagles Team B, also known as the CHAN Eagles, as they prepared for the 2025 CHAN qualifier against Ghana. The former international, fondly referred to as Cerezo, shared…
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Official: Manchester United confirm Ruben Amorim as new manager
By Tosin Omojola Manchester United has officially appointed Ruben Amorim as their new head coach. The 39-year-old Portuguese manager, currently in charge of Sporting Lisbon, will transition to Old Trafford on November 11. Amorim’s contract with United will last until June 2027, marking an exciting new chapter for both the club and the highly-rated coach. Amorim arrives with a strong…
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FIFA President confident in Dikko’s success as NSC Chairman
By Tosin Omojola Gianni Infantino, President of the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA), has expressed strong confidence in Malam Shehu Dikko’s capability to excel as Chairman of Nigeria’s National Sports Commission (NSC). In a congratulatory message sent on Thursday, October 31, Infantino highlighted Dikko’s extensive knowledge, experience, passion, and personal qualities, which he believes will significantly impact his new…
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AFCON: Setback for Super Eagles as injury rules out Semi Ajayi for qualifiers
By Tosin Omojola Super Eagles defender Semi Ajayi has been ruled out of the final AFCON 2025 qualifiers against Benin Republic and Rwanda due to a significant hamstring injury. Ajayi, who plays for English club West Bromwich Albion, is expected to be sidelined for at least four months. West Brom manager Carlos Corberan confirmed that Ajayi will require surgery to…
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‘You won’t be jobless after retirement,’ Elegbeleye assures ex-Sunshine Stars captain Abe
By Tosin Omojola The Chairman of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) and Second Vice President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Honourable Gbenga Elegbeleye, has assured former Sunshine Stars FC captain, Abe Sunday, that he will not be left jobless following his retirement from football. Elegbeleye, a former Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), made this promise…
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Interview: ‘I seized my players’ phones to avoid distractions’ – Flying Eagles’ coach
Coach Zubair Aliyu shared his insights with Sports247 in Lomé, Togo, after the exhilarating final victory over Ghana. The coach opens up about his experience leading the team, how he managed to secure regional success despite taking on the role at short notice, and his approach to guiding the team towards future competitions, including the 2025 U-20 Africa Cup of…
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