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Watch: Super Eagles star Kelechi Nwakali breaks seasons duck in style with amazing screamer

Super Eagles midfielder Kelechi Nwakali scored an amazing screamer for his first goal for GD Chaves in their 3-1 loss to Casa Pia, Soccernet.ng reports. Nwakali has been a regular for Chaves since he joined Chaves in the summer. This season, the Nige
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28 Apr 2024

Alex Iwobi surpasses Mikel Obis Premier League record with Chelsea after impressive showing in Fulham win over Crystal Palace

Nigerian midfielder Alex Iwobi became the Super Eagles player with the third-highest number of English Premier League appearances after featuring in Fulhams 1-0 win over Crystal Palace at Craven Cottage, Soccernet.ng reports. Iwobi has prominently fe
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27 Apr 2024

Oparanozie calls for improvement in Gusaus handling of Simon Moses, Troost-Ekong, and Sanusi visits

Former Super Falcons forward Desire Oparanozie has criticized the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) for not extending the gesture of visiting injured Nigerian players to female athletes, as reported by Soccernet.ng . NFF President Ibrahim Gusau showc
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27 Apr 2024

We made over $80 million profit Nigerias Super Eagles contribute to the most profitable AFCON in history

President of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) Patrice Motsepe has lifted the veil on the remarkable financial success of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, Soccernet.ng reports . The 2023 AFCON took center stage in Cote dIvoire earlier this y
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27 Apr 2024

He has scored many goals- Brazilian legend Careca hypes Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen

Brazil legend Antonio Careca has praised Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen for his contribution to Napoli since he joined the club, but he believes the club can find a good replacement if he leaves, Soccernet.ng reports. Osimhen has been outstandin
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27 Apr 2024

Humble Beginnings: Yahya Subair dares to dream big in the face of obstacles

From the bustling streets of Lagos to the hallowed grounds of Italian football, Yahya Olajimi Subairs journey is a testament to the transformative power of the beautiful game. Born into a bustling household of 16 siblings, Subairs childhood in the vi
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27 Apr 2024

Nigeria get WAFCON 2024 update to claim South Africas crown as CAF unveils plan to beat schedule crunch

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has shed light on the fate of the 15th edition of the Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) slated for Morocco in 2024 amidst uncertainties looming over this years event, Soccernet.ng reports . Mr. Luxolo
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27 Apr 2024

Victor Boniface: West Hams transfer hopes dim following Bayer Leverkusen Nigeria stars new comments

West Ham Uniteds plans to sign Victor Boniface may be in jeopardy after the Nigerian forward confesses he is not in a hurry to leave Bayer 04 Leverkusen, Soccernet.ng reports . After contributing 18 goals and ten assists in 29 games to power Bayer Le
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27 Apr 2024

One step away- Napolis Victor Osimhen set to snub Chelsea for potential Champions League winners

Super Eagles and Napoli striker, Victor James Osimhen, is all but set to join his new club in the summer after leaving Napoli, Soccernet.ng reports. The 25-year-old had a stellar season in Naples last year, making history as the club claimed their fi
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27 Apr 2024