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Victor Collins earns national team call-up ahead of AFCON qualifiers – The Sun Nigeria

08.11.2024

From Abel Leonard, Lafia Nasarawa United FC’s central defender, Victor Collins, has been called up to Nigeria’s Senior Men’s National Football Team, the Super Eagles, as they prepare for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Qualifiers against Benin Republic and Rwanda. Collins, a standout talent in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), is the...

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Osimhen scores brace as Galatasaray beat Tottenham – The Sun Nigeria

08.11.2024

By Seyi Babalola Victor Osimhen scored twice as Galatasaray inflicted the first Europa League defeat of the season on Tottenham to move top of the table with a 3-2 victory in Istanbul on Thursday. Galatasaray remained unbeaten in the competition after four matches. The Nigerian claimed Tottenham made things difficult for them during the encounter....

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Dikko unveils strategic blueprint for Nigerian football, eyes national impact – The Sun Nigeria

08.11.2024

From Abel Leonard, Lafia In a crucial meeting with the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Club Owners Association, Chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Mallam Shehu Dikko, outlined a comprehensive vision to rejuvenate Nigerian football. In a statement sent to The Sun News Correspondent on Friday stated that the session, attended by top league...

Aruna Battles Germany’s Walther in Second Round – THISDAYLIVE

08.11.2024

Quadri Aruna faces another formidable challenge as he takes on Germany’s Richardo Walther today in the second round of the Men’s Singles at the WTT Champions Frankfurt. The Nigerian, currently ranked world No. 21, made headlines by stunning world No. 8 Tomokazu Harimoto of Japan with a thrilling 3-2 comeback in his opening match at...

Ademola Lookman Again on Target as Atalanta Win in Stuttgart – THISDAYLIVE

08.11.2024

Duro Ikhazuagbe Ademola Lookman was again on the scorer’s sheet as Atalanta went away in Germany to beat Stuttgart 2-0 to now climb to ninth in the UEFA Champions League standing on eight points from four matches. Until yesterday, Atalanta had only won a game and drew two matches. But Lookman ensured that the Europa...

Osimhen Returns as Ekong, Lookman, 20 Others Invited for Benin, Rwanda – THISDAYLIVE

08.11.2024

Duro Ikhazuagbe Reigning Africa Player of the Year, Victor Osimhen, has returned to the Super Eagles’ after he missed the first leg of the AFCON 2025 qualifier against Libya and the reverse fixture that was botched due to the ill-mannered conducts of the North Africans last month. Osimhen missed the Libyan game after coping injury...

Depleted Spurs in Tricky Europa League Test against Galatasaray – THISDAYLIVE

08.11.2024

A depleted Tottenham will face Galatasaray with Nigerian star forward, Victor Osimhen and others in a tricky Europa League test tonight in Istanbul with Timo Werner and Mikey Moore joining the absentee list alongside hamstrung Richarlison. Osimhen is back from injury and is in top shape to deliver for Galatasaray tonight. Spurs boss, And Ange Postecoglou,...

10 Ex-internationals to Tackle Gov Team in Akpakomiza Novelty Game – THISDAYLIVE

08.11.2024

All is now set for the novelty match organised to usher in the Governor-elect of Edo State, Senator Monday Okpebholo and his Deputy, Rt Hon. Dennis Idahosa. The organisers yesterday reeled out preparations towards the November 10th match during a Press briefing in Benin City. The spokesperson for the organiser and former Edo State Football Association...

FG, African Unconquered Foundation Sign MOU for Training of Wounded Soldiers – THISDAYLIVE

08.11.2024

Olawale Ajimotokan in Abuja With the Invictus Games in Vancouver, Canada, set for February 6 to 17, 2025 in view, the Federal Government of Nigeria has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the African Unconquered Foundation to provide training, skill acquisition and empowerment for injured and physically challenged Nigerian soldiers. This partnership was consummated at a...

Olowookere optimistic of Flamingos performance in Dominican Republic

09.10.2024

Bankole Olowookere, head coach of Nigeria`s Under 17 female football team, the Flamingos, has expressed optimism that the team will excel at the upcoming FIFA Under 17 Women’s World Cup in Dominican Republic. On Tuesday, Olowookere said that the team was fully prepared for the championship. The coach said the girls are determined and ready...