Football

Former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi has called on the Federal Government to immediately settle the unpaid allowances and bonuses of the Super Eagles, who recently boycotted a training session in Rabat over outstanding…
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Senate President Godswill Akpabio has urged sports administrators to focus on grassroots football development, warning that Nigeria’s football future could remain uncertain without deliberate efforts to nurture young talents from the local…
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The Super Eagles narrowly avoided disaster on Sunday after their aircraft made an emergency landing in Luanda, Angola, while returning from South Africa. The team had been on their way to Uyo for their final 2026 World Cup qualifying…
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Super Falcons captain Rasheedat Ajibade says the team has not received the $100,000 reward and other promises made by the Federal Government after their victory at the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. Ajibade, who led the…
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The All Progressives Congress in Oyo State has expressed sorrow over the sudden death of Shooting Stars Sports Club assistant coach, Akin Olowookere. Olowookere collapsed during the team’s Monday morning training session in Ogun State,…
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Preparations are underway for the burial of former Super Eagles goalkeeper Peter Rufai, with the ceremony scheduled for August 22. His family confirmed the date as tributes continue to pour in for the late football legend who served…
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President Bola Tinubu’s $100,000 cash reward and national honours for each member of the Super Falcons have sparked wide public reaction, with supporters and critics locked in debate over how national achievements should be recognised. …
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Across the country, Nigerians found a reason to smile again after the Super Falcons pulled off a stunning comeback to win their 10th Women’s Africa Cup of Nations title. The match, which ended 3-2 in favor of Nigeria against hosts…
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President Bola Tinubu has rewarded Nigeria’s Super Falcons with $100,000 each, national honours, and new homes after their victory in the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). The team was hosted at the Presidential Villa in…
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Nigeria’s Super Falcons have made history again, winning their 10th Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) title after a dramatic 3-2 victory over hosts Morocco in the final match played in Rabat on Saturday. The win was a moment of…
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