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FIFA Executive Council to meet Tuesday over Nigeria, DR Congo eligibility row
By Tosin Omojola – There are strong indications that a final decision on the protest filed by Nigeria against the Democratic Republic of Congo over the alleged fielding of ineligible players could be taken on Tuesday. While Nigerians eagerly await the outcome of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) petition against DR Congo, sources suggest that the matter has progressed to…
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NFF dismisses claims about FIFA ruling on case against DR Congo
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has dismissed reports claiming that FIFA has delivered a verdict on Nigeria’s protest against the Democratic Republic of Congo Football Federation over the alleged use of ineligible players. The controversy arose after Nigeria’s Super Eagles were eliminated on penalties by DR Congo’s Leopards in the final round of the African play-offs last November, ending their…
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Gusau urges referees to uphold integrity as 30 Nigerians receive FIFA badges
The president of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau, MON, on Monday called on 30 Nigerian referees awarded FIFA badges to uphold the highest standards of integrity in their officiating duties. He noted that with league matches increasingly broadcast live, referees’ performances are now under greater public scrutiny. “Our league matches are now being televised. For example,…
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Arsenal thump Wigan 4-0 to reach English FA Cup fifth round
Arsenal scored four goals in the opening 30 minutes as they cruised past Wigan to reach the FA Cup fifth round for the first time in six years. The Premier League leaders dominated the League One strugglers from the outset and opened the scoring in the 11th minute. Eberechi Eze picked up the ball near the halfway line and played…
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NPFL: Ikorodu City stun Enyimba FC in Aba to retain top spot
By Tosin Omojola – Ikorodu City of Lagos continue to make a bold statement about their resolve to capture the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) title this season after shocking former champions Enyimba FC 1-0 in Aba. Joseph Arumala’s brilliantly taken first-half goal was all that made the difference as the struggling People’s Elephants were stunned right in front of…
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LASG probes ambulance incident at 11th Access bank Lagos city marathon finish line
By Adeola Ogunrinde The Lagos State Government on Sunday confirmed it is investigating an unfortunate incident that occurred on February 14, 2026, near the finishing line of the 11th Access Bank Lagos City Marathon. A statement issued by the Commissioner for Information, Mr. Gbenga Omotoso, said an ambulance deployed as part of the event’s official medical emergency response was involved…
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DR Congo turns to FIFA official to influence Nigeria eligibility case
As the Federation of International Football Association (FIFA) prepares to rule on the players’ eligibility case filed by Nigeria against DR Congo, reports indicate that top Congolese FIFA official Véron Mosengo-Omba is making a last-minute effort to influence the decision. DR Congo is reportedly relying on the presence of Confederation of African Football (CAF) secretary-general Mosengo-Omba, a citizen of the…
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Nigeria U-20 women defeat Senegal to secure final qualifier spot
By Tosin Omojola – Nigeria’s Women U-20 national team, the Falconets, have secured passage to the final qualifying round of the FIFA Women’s U-20 World Cup. The Nigerian side achieved the feat on Saturday evening after defeating their Senegalese counterparts 2-1 in the return leg of their qualifier played in Dakar. The Falconets entered the second leg with a slim…
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NFF to receive $600,000 if Chelle exits contract early
By Tosin Omojola – As uncertainty continues to surround the future of Eric Sékou Chelle as Super Eagles coach, it has been revealed that the tactician will pay Nigeria compensation should he eventually decide to quit the job. Chelle has reportedly been targeted by some countries and clubs following his exploits with Nigeria, whom he led to a third-place finish…
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Falconets suffer injury blow ahead of Senegal showdown
Nigeria’s U-20 women’s national team, the Falconets, have been dealt a significant setback ahead of their decisive FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup qualifier against Senegal, with five key players ruled out due to injury. The technical crew has drafted in U-17 goalkeeper Elizabeth Boniface to reinforce the squad following an injury scare involving first-team goalkeeper Jane Ijirigho, who fainted during…
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