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International friendly: Super Falcons clinch 4-1 victory over Algeria
By Tosin Omojola The Super Falcons wrapped up their two-match friendly series with back-to-back victories over Algeria, securing a comprehensive 4-1 win at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena in Lagos on Monday. Former junior international Folashade Ijamilusi was the hero of the game, netting a hat trick to condemn the Green Ladies to a heavy defeat. Farid Benstiti’s team started with…
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NSC chairman Dikko, holds talks with Speaker of the House of Representatives
By Tosin Omojola The newly appointed Chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Shehu Dikko, continued his consultations with relevant stakeholders as he prepares to assume office. The former NFF vice president paid a private visit on Monday to Honourable Speaker of the House of Representatives Abbas Tajudeen to formally inform him of his appointment and discuss key areas of…
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U17 Women’s World Cup: Flamingos return home
By Tosin Omojola After exiting the ongoing U-17 FIFA Women’s World Cup, Nigeria’s Flamingos have returned to the country. Despite a strong start to the tournament, the Nigerian side fell to the United States in the quarterfinals. The Americans showcased their dominance, winning the game comfortably 2-0. The team, led by Coach Bankole Olowookere, returned from the Dominican Republic in…
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Morocco 2025: Super Eagles to conclude qualifying campaign on Nov. 18
By Tosin Omojola The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has scheduled Monday, November 18, for Nigeria’s final 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match against Rwanda at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo. The Matchday 6 encounter will mark the conclusion of Group D’s race for slots at the 35th Africa Cup of Nations finals, set to take place in…
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NSC boss engages Finance Minister on building Nigeria’s sports economy
By Tosin Omojola The newly appointed chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Shehu Dikko, on Monday paid a courtesy visit to the Honourable Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun. During the meeting, Dikko and Edun discussed a range of initiatives focused on developing a sustainable sports economy in Nigeria, aligning with the strategic…
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Naira rains as Super Eagles star, Lagos FA boss, shower gifts on Flying Eagles
By Tosin Omojola Lagos State FA Chairman Alhaji Gafar Liameed and Super Eagles forward Taiwo Awoniyi have made further cash donations to the Flying Eagles after the U-20 men’s team defeated Niger Republic’s Junior Mena 3-1, securing a place in the final against Ghana’s Black Satellites in the ongoing WAFU B U20 tournament in Lome, Togo. Alhaji Gafar contributed 1…
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2024 Ballon d’Or Award Ceremony: Check out list of Winners
By Tosin Omojola After months of anticipation, the 2024 Ballon d’Or ceremony was held on Monday night in Paris, celebrating soccer’s top players, clubs, and managers. The 2024 Ballon d’Or nominees included the sport’s biggest stars, such as Real Madrid’s Vinícius Júnior, Manchester City’s Rodri, and Barcelona’s Aitana Bonmatí. Although the Ballon d’Or trophy is the event’s highlight, the Kopa…
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273 Nigerian golfers set to compete in Ilorin for ICMA Pro-Am Golf Open
By Tosin Omojola Nigerian golfers totalling 273, including top-ranked golfers, Sunday Olapade and Kabir Mohammed, will compete at the highly anticipated ICMA Pro-Am Golf Open in Ilorin. This prestigious event is scheduled to take place from October 31 to November 3 at the esteemed Ilorin Golf Club, renowned for its lush greens and challenging terrain that test even the most…
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Lookman now 3rd best-ranked Nigerian in Ballon d’Or history
By Tosin Omojola Ademola Lookman has become the third highest-ranked Nigerian player in the history of the Ballon d’Or. The Atalanta forward, who emerged as Nigeria’s top scorer in the Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers in Côte d’Ivoire, finished in 14th place on the final shortlist for this year’s award. Before Monday night’s event in Paris, Galatasaray forward Victor Osimhen…
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Rodri wins Ballon d’Or
By Tosin Omojola Manchester City midfielder Rodri claimed the 2024 Ballon d’Or award in Paris, taking the spotlight on a night that was also momentous for Nigeria’s Ademola Lookman where he finished 14th overall. Rodri claimed the best player in world award ahead of Real Madrid’s Vinicius Junior who was tipped as favourite after winning both the Champions League and…
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