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Heavyweight boxing legend George Foreman passes away at 76

By Olaolu Joseph Boxing heavyweight legend George Foreman has passed away at the age of 76. Known as “Big George” in the ring, the American built one of the most remarkable and enduring careers in the sport, winning Olympic gold in 1968 and claiming the world heavyweight title twice—21 years apart. His second reign made him the oldest heavyweight champion…

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World Cup qualifier: Zimbabwe lands in Nigeria for Super Eagles clash

By Olaolu Joseph Zimbabwe’s national team, the Warriors, have arrived in Nigeria ahead of Tuesday’s Group C World Cup qualifier against the Super Eagles. On Thursday, Zimbabwe secured a hard-fought 2-2 draw against Benin Cheetahs in a match played in South Africa. The Zimbabwean delegation landed in Lagos on Saturday morning before taking a connecting flight to Uyo for their…

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Super Eagles’ victory took away my hunger – Eric Chelle

Super Eagles’ coach, Eric Sekou Chelle, has revealed that his joy following Nigeria’s 2-0 victory over Rwanda knew no bounds. The former French international began his tenure as manager of the three-time AFCON champions on a winning note in Kigali on Friday, thanks to Victor Osimhen’s first-half brace. Reacting to the win, which puts Nigeria back on track for a…

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Osimhen surpasses Odegbami to become Nigeria’s second all-time top goal scorer

Victor Osimhen has become Nigeria’s second all-time top goal scorer, surpassing Segun Odegbami. The Galatasaray striker netted twice in the Super Eagles’ 2-0 victory over Rwanda in Kigali on Friday, bringing his international tally to 25 goals. Osimhen is now 12 goals short of Nigeria’s all-time leading goal scorer, the late Rashidi Yekini, who scored 37 goals for the national…

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House Sports Committee Chairman Amadu hails Super Eagles’ victory over Rwanda

Chairman of the House Committee on Sports, Honourable Kabiru Amadu, has congratulated the Super Eagles and the Ibrahim Gusau-led Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) on their well-deserved victory, which has reignited Nigeria’s hopes of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Honourable Amadu, who represents the Gusau/Tsafe Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, urged the players to remain focused on…

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Osimhen’s brace secures win for Nigeria over Rwanda

By Olaolu Joseph Nigeria boosted its World Cup qualification hopes with a 2-0 victory over Rwanda in Kigali on Friday. Victor Osimhen scored twice in the first half to secure all three points for the Super Eagles in Eric Sekou Chelle’s debut game as head coach. Osimhen opened the scoring in the 11th minute, tapping in a well-placed free-kick from…

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World Cup qualifier: Super Eagles’ coach confident of victory in Kigali

Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has emphasized that defeating Rwanda is non-negotiable in their upcoming World Cup qualifier. The Super Eagles will face the Amavubi at Amahoro Stadium in Kigali on Friday, and the former Malian national team coach is determined to secure all three points. Speaking at a press conference on Thursday, Chelle stressed the importance of victory.…

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2026 World Cup qualifier: Super Eagles begin redemption mission against Rwanda

By Olaolu Joseph Nigeria’s Super Eagles hope to revive their 2026 World Cup qualification hopes this Friday as they battle Rwanda in Kigali. With a poor start putting the team in a precarious position in Group C, the Nigerian side must secure wins in its remaining fixtures, beginning with Friday’s match, to keep its qualification hopes alive. Newly appointed manager…

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Gernot Rohr’s Benin Republic tops Super Eagles’ World Cup qualifying group

Benin Republic, under the guidance of former Super Eagles coach Gernot Rohr, have taken the provisional lead in Nigeria’s World Cup qualifying group after a 2-2 draw against Zimbabwe on Thursday. Benin now sit atop the group with eight points from five matches, while Zimbabwe remain on three points. The Cheetahs took an early 2-0 lead, with captain Steve Mounié…

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World Cup qualifiers: Super Eagles must win against Rwanda, Zimbabwe – Lookman

By Olaolu Joseph As Nigerians eagerly anticipate the Super Eagles’ crucial 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and Zimbabwe, reigning African Footballer of the Year, Ademola Lookman, has emphasized that the team has no option but to win both matches. The Nigerian national team, under new manager Eric Sekou Chelle, will face Rwanda in Kigali on Friday before taking on…

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