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Falcons welcome 11 fresh players ahead of Comoros return leg
By Tosin Omojola Nigeria’s senior women’s national team, the Super Falcons, have welcomed 11 newly invited players as preparations continue for the second leg of their 2028 Olympic Games qualifying tie against Comoros. The newcomers reportedly received a warm reception from established members of the squad following Nigeria’s 2-0 victory over Comoros in the first leg at the Remo Stars…
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Rangers hold NPFL top spot after Barau 2-2 draw
By Tosin Omojola Defending champions Rangers International retained top spot in the Euromatch Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) after a 2-2 draw with Barau FC in Kano on Sunday. Ifeanyi Okechukwu put Rangers ahead in the 38th minute before Joseph Atule equalised from the penalty spot in the 56th minute. Aliyu Sugau converted another penalty to give Barau the lead…
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Man City thrash 10-man Liverpool 3-0
By Tosin Omojola Manchester City returned to action after being found guilty of breaching Premier League financial regulations with an emphatic 3-0 victory over Liverpool at Anfield. Enzo Maresca’s side restored their three-point lead at the top of the table with a commanding performance, though uncertainty remains as they await sanctions that could include expulsion from the Premier League, relegation…
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Ghana edge Nigeria after 5-4 penalty shootout in beach soccer thriller
By Tosin Omojola Nigeria’s Sand Eagles suffered a 5-4 penalty shootout defeat to Ghana after a thrilling 4-4 draw following extra time in the first leg of their 2026 Beach Soccer Africa Cup of Nations (BSAFCON) qualifier in Kaduna on Saturday. Isa Hamza Manga delivered an outstanding performance for Nigeria, scoring a hat-trick, including the opening goal, as the Sand…
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Solanke rescues Tottenham in dramatic Man Utd draw
By Tosin Omojola Dominic Solanke scored a stoppage-time equaliser to earn 10-man Tottenham Hotspur a point against Manchester United in a feisty Premier League encounter at Old Trafford. United looked set to pile more misery on Spurs following the visitors’ poor start to the season when Bryan Mbeumo broke the deadlock in the 73rd minute. Tottenham’s troubles deepened five minutes…
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Chelsea thrash Bournemouth as Henderson hits double
By Tosin Omojola Jordan Henderson scored his first goals for Chelsea as the Blues cruised to a dominant victory over Bournemouth in the Premier League. The 36-year-old midfielder, making his home debut, struck twice, including an early opener and a stunning free-kick, while Joao Pedro also netted a brace and Morgan Rogers got on the scoresheet. Evanilson scored for Bournemouth…
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Referee admits error in Nigeria-Ghana beach soccer clash
By Tosin Omojola Moroccan referee Driss Lamghaidar and his officiating team have admitted their error in ordering extra time and penalties in Saturday’s 2026 CAF Beach Soccer Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match between Nigeria and Ghana in Kaduna. Spectators and dignitaries were left bewildered when Lamghaidar and his assistants ordered extra time and subsequently penalties after the first-leg encounter…
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Arsenal bounce back to beat Leeds 2-1
By Tosin Omojola Arsenal revived their Premier League title defence with a hard-fought victory over Leeds United, producing an impressive second-half comeback on their return to league action. The Gunners had opened their campaign with four consecutive wins, conceding just one goal, before suffering a humiliating 3-0 defeat to Brighton ahead of the three-week international break. Leeds, however, proved a…
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NSC wins IJF support for Judo reforms
By Tosin Omojola The International Judo Federation (IJF) has backed the National Sports Commission’s (NSC) efforts to resolve governance issues in the Nigeria Judo Federation (NJF), endorsing a transparent, fair and inclusive electoral process. In a letter dated October 9, 2026, and addressed to NSC Director General, Hon. Bukola Olopade, the IJF acknowledged the dissolution of the NJF board, the…
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2028 Olympic Qualifiers: Alozie, Kanu shine as Falcons beat Comoros 2-0
By Tosin Omojola The Super Falcons defeated Comoros 2-0 in the first leg of their second-round tie in the 2028 Olympic qualifiers in Ikenne-Remo on Friday. Despite playing on Nigerian soil, the match was officially designated as Comoros’ home leg. Nigeria dominated under interim coach Augustine Eguavoen, with Michelle Alozie and Uchenna Kanu scoring in the second half. Former U-20…
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