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Super Eagles keep 2026 World Cup hopes alive with win over Lesotho

Posted by admin Sports, Headlines, Soccer Sunday, October 12th, 2025

By Tom Jones Usen Nigeria Super Eagles on Thursday kept its dream of qualification for the 2026 World Cup to be held in the North American continent alive by defeating Lesotho 2-1. Eric Chelle fielded a strong side with the return of the Galatasaray forward, Victor Osimhen and Saudi Pro League, Al-Kholood defender, William Troost-Ekong. […]

On Ashleigh Plummer, Super Falcon defender, playing in Saudi league – some regrets

Posted by admin Sports, Headlines, Soccer Tuesday, October 7th, 2025

Emma Smith BBC Sport journalist When the offer came in from Saudi Arabia, Ashleigh Plumptre’s first instinct was to say no. In 2023 the defender’s contract was coming to an end at childhood club Leicester City and she was looking for a new project, something to inspire her and where she would feel valued as […]

6 Ways Nigeria can reach 2026 FIFA World Cup after South Africa docked 3 points

Posted by admin Sports, Headlines, Soccer Wednesday, October 1st, 2025

Here are six key steps Nigeria must take to secure their place at the FIFA World Cup: 1. Take Maximum Points from Lesotho and Benin Republic Winning the final two games is non-negotiable. Victories against Lesotho and, crucially, Benin Republic will put Nigeria in contention and ensure they do not leave their fate […]

Why players snub Nigeria for England – Former Chelsea forward, Eni Akuko, chose England over Super Falcons

Posted by admin Soccer, Headlines, Sports Saturday, August 2nd, 2025

Why players snub Nigeria for England – Former Chelsea forward, Eni Akuko, chose England over Super Falcons By Ifreke Inyang Former Chelsea forward, Eni Akuko, has explained why players who are eligible to represent Nigeria and England often prefer the latter. According to Aluko, Nigerian football lacks appeal. World-class footballers like Eberechi Eze, Michael Olise, […]

‘Na Lagos you dey, them fit thief your phone’ – Super Falcons player warns Echegini [VIDEO]

Posted by admin Soccer, Headlines, Sports Friday, August 1st, 2025

‘Na Lagos you dey, them fit thief your phone’ – Super Falcons player warns Echegini [VIDEO] By Don Silas Super Falcons player, Jennifer Echegini, recently received a warning from one of her team-mate not to open their bus window in Lagos. Echegini was warned that her phone could be stolen by the crowd surrounding their […]

Throwback Video: How I became known as Dodo Mayana – Peter Rufai

Posted by admin Soccer, Headlines, Sports Sunday, July 6th, 2025

Throwback Video: How I became known as Dodo Mayana – Peter Rufai A clip showing former Super Eagles goalkeeper Peter Rufai explaining before his death how he became known as Dodo Mayana has gone viral. In an interview with The Popular Side, a podcast, Rufai said the word ‘Dodo’ from the nickname Dodo Mayana was […]

Super Falcons begin quest for 10th WAFCON title tomorrow

Posted by admin Soccer, Headlines, Sports Sunday, July 6th, 2025

Super Falcons begin quest for 10th WAFCON title tomorrow By Jacob Ajom Nine-time champions Nigeria loom larger than any other participant as the 13th Women Africa Cup of Nations finals begin in the Kingdom of Morocco. Winners of the inaugural edition that their country hosted in 1998, the Super Falcons also took home the […]

Peter Rufai: Family announce death, burial arrangements, appreciates Nigerians over messages

Posted by admin Soccer, Headlines, Sports Sunday, July 6th, 2025

Peter Rufai: Family announce death, burial arrangements, appreciates Nigerians over messages Late Peter Rufai LAGOS — The family of late Nigerian football legend, Prince Peter Rufai, has expressed deep appreciation to Nigerians both at home and in the diaspora for the outpouring of condolence messages following his death The former Super Eagles goalkeeper, fondly known […]

Nigeria tie Russia in international friendly – breaks Russian 6-year attendance records

Posted by admin Sports, Headlines, Soccer Sunday, June 8th, 2025

Nigeria settled for a 1-1 draw on Friday in their international friendly clash with Russia. Russia took the lead in the 27th minute after Nigerian defender Semi Ajayi put the ball into his own net. The Super Eagles responded in the second half through Tolu Arokodare, who netted the equaliser in the 71st minutes for […]

Taiwo Awoniyi placed in induced coma after surgery – Reports

Posted by admin Sports, Headlines, Soccer Wednesday, May 14th, 2025

Nottingham Forest striker Taiwo Awoniyi has been placed in an induced coma to help his recovery from urgent abdominal surgery, according to reports on Tuesday. The Nigeria international was rushed to hospital for the operation on Monday, having suffered a serious injury during Sunday’s 2-2 draw with Leicester in the Premier League. There is no […]