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Osimhen heads Nigeria to 16th AFCON semi-final clash with hosts Morocco

‎Nigeria’s journey to the semi-finals was secured by a second-half header from Victor Osimhen, who recorded a goal and an assist to down...

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AFCON 2025: Nigeria faces Mozambique in the round of 16

The Super Eagles of Nigeria, enters the knockout stage, winning all three matches against Tanzania, Tunisia, and Uganda. They are to face the...

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Mozambique president promises Mambas players ₦11.3M each to win Nigeria

Mozambique’s newly inaugurated President, Daniel Francisco Chapo, has promised his national team, the Mambas, a bonus of 500,000 Meticais, which is approximately ₦11.3...

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Nigeria’s World Cup dream reignited as DR Congo faces eligibility probe

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has confirmed it has initiated a formal probe and submitted a petition to FIFA regarding the eligibility of...

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Super Eagles Coach Eric Chelle set to receive unpaid salaries

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) promises to settle the outstanding three months of salary and bonuses owed to Super Eagles Head Coach, Eric...

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Hakimi ends 52-year wait for defenders to win African Player of the Year

‎Paris Saint-Germain right-back Achraf Hakimi was crowned the Confederation of African Football (CAF) Men’s Player of the Year at a ceremony in Rabat...

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Nigeria’s World Cup dream ends in penalty shootout loss to DR Congo

Nigeria’s Super Eagles failed to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup after suffering an agonizing 4-3 penalty shootout defeat against the Democratic...

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NPFL match halted after attack of Barau FC player in Katsina

A Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL) match between Katsina United and Barau FC in Katsina on Saturday was halted after violence erupted, leading...