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Chelsea hit seven as Port Vale’s dream run ends in style
By Tosin Omojola Chelsea stormed into the FA Cup semi-finals, bringing Port Vale’s fairytale run to a ruthless end at Stamford Bridge. Despite sitting bottom of League One and 15 points adrift of safety, Port Vale had defied the odds to reach the quarter-finals for the first time in 72 years, including a memorable victory over Premier League side Sunderland.…
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Man City crush Liverpool to reach record eighth conservative FA Cup semi-final
By Tosin Omojola Erling Haaland delivered a sensational hat-trick as Manchester City extended their remarkable FA Cup run under Pep Guardiola, securing a record eighth consecutive semi-final appearance with a commanding victory over a lacklustre Liverpool side. Guardiola, serving the second match of his touchline ban, watched from the stands as his team dismantled Liverpool in a result that piles…
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NPFL Boss backs New NFF structure, praises Gusau’s leadership
By Tosin Omojola Chairman of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) and Second Vice President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Otunba Gbenga Elegbeleye, has commended NFF President Ibrahim Musa Gusau for the decision to expand the Federation’s Congress, describing it as a bold and progressive move for Nigerian football. Speaking in Abuja, Elegbeleye said the decision grants clubs a…
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Nigeria boasts Africa’s largest sports infrastructure network- NSC Chairman
By Tosin Omojola The Chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Shehu Dikko, has said that Nigeria possesses the most extensive network of sports infrastructure in Africa, despite ongoing concerns about the condition of many of its facilities. Dikko made the remark on the sidelines of the African Union Sports Council Region II meeting held in Abuja, pointing to the…
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Oluremi Tinubu lauds athletes as National Para Games end in Abuja
The First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has lauded athletes for their resilience and outstanding performances as the 3rd National Para Games ended in Abuja. Tinubu declared the Games closed at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja, where she was represented by the wife of the Vice President, Hajiya Nana Kashim Shettima. She praised participants from across the 36…
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Atlético Madrid questions NFF over Lookman’s heavy use
By Tosin Omojola Atlético Madrid has raised concerns over the handling of Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman during the recent FIFA international window, questioning the decision-making of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF). The Madrid-based club are understood to be dissatisfied with Lookman’s extensive involvement in Nigeria’s friendly fixtures, citing the physical demands placed on the player despite the matches carrying limited…
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NFF inaugurates electoral committee, vows credible election
By Tosin Omojola The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) on Thursday inaugurated its Electoral Committee and Electoral Appeals Committee, tasking them with the responsibility of conducting and adjudicating on complaints, petitions, and appeals arising from the federation’s elections for the 2026–2030 executive term. Speaking at the inauguration ceremony held at the NFF Secretariat in Abuja, NFF President, Ibrahim Musa Gusau, charged…
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Customs CGC charges wrestlers on discipline as Bayelsa Classics begin
The Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, has urged athletes to uphold discipline, fairness, and professionalism as the 14th Governor Douye Diri National Wrestling Classics kicked off in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State. Adeniyi, who also serves as President of the Nigeria Wrestling Federation, made the call during the opening ceremony held at the Samson Siasia Sports Complex. He noted that the annual…
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Nigeria to face India, Jamaica as Unity Cup kicks off May 26
By Tosin Omojola Nigeria’s Super Eagles are set to participate in the upcoming Unity Cup scheduled to take place in London this May. The team heads into the competition as defending champions, having won the previous edition with victories over Ghana national football team and Jamaica national football team According to the latest update, Nigeria will face India national football…
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NFF names Busari Flamingos Head Coach, eyes Morocco 2026 qualification
By Tosin Omojola The Executive Committee of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has approved the appointment of Akeem Ishola Busari as Head Coach of the U-17 Girls National Team, the Flamingos. Busari brings a wealth of experience and a strong understanding of women’s football to the role. He succeeds Coach Bankole Olowookere, who led the Flamingos for several years, notably…
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