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Valencia striker sends message to Eric Chelle with third La Liga goal in four games
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Valencia striker sends message to Eric Chelle with third La Liga goal in four games

Sadiq Umar is proving to Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle that he deserves to be named in the Nigeria squad for the upcoming international matches, with the Valencia striker scoring his third goal in his last four La Liga games on Sunday. The forward has yet to feature for the national team since Chelle took charge of the Super Eagles, although he was named among the substitutes in consecutive World Cup qualifying matches against Rwanda and Zimbabwe in March 2025 without making an appearance.He continued his impressive resurgence at Valencia by scoring the decisive goal in their crucial 1-0...

May 10, 2026
'Thank you to Lookman's parents' - Babayaro reveals why he admires Super Eagles star despite struggles at Everton
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'Thank you to Lookman's parents' - Babayaro reveals why he admires Super Eagles star despite struggles at Everton

Atlanta 1996 Olympic gold medalist Emmanuel Babayaro  has spoken about his admiration for Super Eagles star  Ademola Lookman, highlighting that his respect goes far beyond the forward's perf...

Mar 8, 2026
Ajayi returns from injury suffered on Super Eagles duty as Hull City beaten by Millwall
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Ajayi returns from injury suffered on Super Eagles duty as Hull City beaten by Millwall

Super Eagles centre-back Semi Ajayi made his return from injury as Hull City lost 3-1 to Millwall in the English Championship at the MKM Stadium on Saturday.Ajayi returned to competitive action after ...

Mar 7, 2026
Nigeria Football Federation provides key update on Jordan friendly, Iran clash called off
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Nigeria Football Federation provides key update on Jordan friendly, Iran clash called off

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has provided a fresh update regarding the Super Eagles’ planned international friendly matches, confirming that the proposed match against Iran national footbal...

Mar 7, 2026
'It wouldn't happen for other tournaments' - Super Falcons defender Plumptre reacts to Wafcon postponement
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'It wouldn't happen for other tournaments' - Super Falcons defender Plumptre reacts to Wafcon postponement

Super Falcons defender Ashleigh Plumptre has criticised the postponement of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (Wafcon), stating that such changes would not usually occur in other football tourn...

Mar 6, 2026
'Nigerians are happy for me' - Brentford RB Kayode reveals senior national team he hopes to represent
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'Nigerians are happy for me' - Brentford RB Kayode reveals senior national team he hopes to represent

Brentford's long-throw specialist Michael Kayode has revealed that he dreams of representing Italy at senior level, but has also highlighted that he is proud of his Nigerian roots.Born in Borgoma...

Mar 6, 2026
'No' - Dutch-born PSG midfielder insists Nigeria always her first choice over Netherlands
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'No' - Dutch-born PSG midfielder insists Nigeria always her first choice over Netherlands

Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Jennifer Echegini has claimed that she never considered representing 2017 European champions the Netherlands at international level.The former Millwall, Arsenal and Char...

Mar 6, 2026
Nigeria CB Awaziem leads Ligue 1 in clearances despite Nantes' defensive struggles
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Nigeria CB Awaziem leads Ligue 1 in clearances despite Nantes' defensive struggles

Chidozie Awaziem has recorded the highest number of clearances in Ligue 1 this season while playing for FC Nantes, according to a report by Mediasportif.Nantes’ backline has endured a difficult seas...

Mar 6, 2026
'I got it from my uncle' - Iwobi reveals the best advice he received from Nigeria legend Okocha
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'I got it from my uncle' - Iwobi reveals the best advice he received from Nigeria legend Okocha

Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi has revealed that the best advice he ever received came from his uncle and former football icon Jay-Jay Okocha, who encouraged him to play with freedom and confidenc...

Mar 5, 2026
2026 Women's Afcon: Confederation of African Football makes decision that impacts Super Falcons
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2026 Women's Afcon: Confederation of African Football makes decision that impacts Super Falcons

The Confederation of African Football(CAF) has announced new dates for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, moving the tournament from its original March 17 to April 3 schedule to a new window of...

Mar 5, 2026
Former Nigeria star Victor Moses risks missing start of Kazakh PL, stranded in UAE
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Former Nigeria star Victor Moses risks missing start of Kazakh PL, stranded in UAE

Former Nigeria international Victor Moses is in danger of missing the start of the Kazakh Premier League season.The 2013 Africa Cup of Nations winner and Chelsea alum joined Kaisar in Januar...

Mar 5, 2026
'Everybody knows their position' - Kalou explains why Super Eagles beat CIV in Afcon 2013
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'Everybody knows their position' - Kalou explains why Super Eagles beat CIV in Afcon 2013

Former Ivory Coast forward Salomon Kalou has explained why Nigeria defeated Ivory Coast during the 2013 Africa Cup of Nations, attributing the loss to internal issues within the Elephants squad.Ivory ...

Mar 5, 2026
'He removed the No.11' - Babangida suggests Lookman plays Amokachi-like role under Eric Chelle
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'He removed the No.11' - Babangida suggests Lookman plays Amokachi-like role under Eric Chelle

Atlanta 1996 gold medalist Tijani Babangida has praised the tactical adjustments made by Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, suggesting that Ademola Lookman thrived in a ...

Mar 5, 2026