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Marseille open talks with Super Eagles coach Chelle
Tosin Omojola – Despite assurances on the retention of Eric Chelle as Super Eagles coach, Olympique de Marseille have opened discussions with the tactician as the French club begins its search for a new head coach following the departure of Roberto De Zerbi. La Provence, a French outlet, revealed that talks have taken place between Marseille officials and Chelle, who…
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Copa del Rey: Lookman scores as Atletico Madrid beat Barca 4-0
By Tosin Omojola – Nigerian international Ademola Lookman was on target again as Atletico Madrid took a big step towards the final of the Spanish Copa del Rey with a 4-0 first-leg win over Barcelona on Thursday night. Lookman, who scored in the 5-0 defeat of Real Betis in the quarter-final tie — his first outing since joining the club…
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Title race still open as Arsenal drop points at Brentford
Arsenal’s Premier League lead over Manchester City now stands at just four points after Mikel Arteta’s side were held to a 1-1 draw at Brentford. Noni Madueke put Arsenal ahead with a fine header on the hour mark, but the hosts equalised just ten minutes later through Keane Lewis-Potter following Michael Kayode’s long throw. After their equaliser, Brentford, who knew…
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Manchester City beat Fulham 3-0 to keep title push alive
Manchester City eased to a comfortable 3-0 home victory over Fulham on Wednesday to maintain pressure on Premier League leaders Arsenal. Phil Foden was the standout performer for Pep Guardiola’s side, scoring once and providing an assist as City wrapped up the contest with a dominant first-half display at the Etihad Stadium. City opened the scoring in the 24th minute…
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World Cup hope rises as FIFA notifies NFF of verdict date in DR Congo case
The Federation of International Football Association (FIFA) has reportedly informed the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) of the date it will deliver its verdict on the DR Congo case. The NFF submitted a petition to FIFA on December 15, 2025, challenging the eligibility of six Congolese players who recently switched their international allegiance. The NFF argued that the Congolese football governing…
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NFF president confident Chelle will remain as Super Eagles coach
By Tosin Omojola – Amid speculation over his possible departure as Super Eagles coach, the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has said Eric Sékou Chelle will remain in charge of the national team. Following the exploits of the Eagles in recent games, particularly at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) held recently in Morocco, Chelle has reportedly become a target…
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We will continue to build Nigeria’s positive image through sports – NOA
The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has reaffirmed its commitment to using sports as a platform to enhance Nigeria’s positive image both at home and internationally. The Agency described the Nigerian sports sector as a powerful tool for national unity and global rebranding. While receiving a delegation from the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) at the Agency’s headquarters in Abuja, the Director-General…
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Sesko equaliser secures draw for Manchester United against West Ham
Benjamin Sesko scored in the sixth minute of stoppage time to earn a point for Manchester United, whose winning run under Michael Carrick ended with a 1-1 draw at West Ham United. United were aiming for a fifth consecutive Premier League victory under their interim manager, which would have lifted them to third and reduced the gap to second-placed Manchester…
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Leeds hold Chelsea to draw at Stamford Bridge
Chelsea missed the chance to move into the Premier League top four after throwing away a two-goal lead against Leeds United at Stamford Bridge. The hosts took a two-goal cushion through efforts either side of half-time from Joao Pedro and Cole Palmer. However, they allowed Leeds back into the match when Moises Caicedo brought down Jayden Bogle, enabling Lukas Nmecha…
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NSC inaugurates 28-member LOC for Abuja 2027 African Youth Games
As part of preparations for Abuja 2027, the National Sports Commission (NSC) has officially inaugurated the Local Organising Committee (LOC) for the second edition of the African Youth Games scheduled to hold in the Federal Capital Territory. The 28-member committee was inaugurated by the Chairman of the National Sports Commission, Mallam Shehu Dikko, with a clear mandate to organise the…
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