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2026 FIFA World Cup: Nigeria draws Rohr’s Benin Republic, South Africa, Zimbabwe
After failing to qualify for the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup, Nigeria were given another tough route to the 2026 edition of the competition at the draws held in Abidjan, Cote d’Ivoire, on Thursday.
Super Falcons not planning to boycott opening game- Team Captain, Ebi
Captain of the Super Falcons of Nigeria, Onome Ebi has denied a story by a leading Nigerian newspaper (which is being circulated widely) that the nine-time African champions are threatening to boycott their FIFA Women’s World Cup opening game against Canada in Melbourne on Friday, 21 July.
Oshoala nominated for 2023 Ballon d’Or award
Super Falcons and Barcelona striker Asisat Oshoala has been nominated for the 2023 Ballon d’Or award.
Naija Super 8: Remo Stars edge Enyimba 2-1 in opener
Remo Stars have got their Naija Super 8 national tournament off to a flyer with a thrilling 2-1 triumph over NPL champions Enyimba.
Naija Super Eight: Enyimba, Remo Stars kick-off final round on Friday, see all other fixtures
Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) Champions, Enyimba FC of Aba, will take on Southwest zonal champions, Remo Stars of Ikenne, in the opening match of the Naija Super Eight finals on Friday at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Lagos.
Mbappe must sign new contract to stay at PSG — Club President
Paris Saint-Germain president Nasser al-Khelaifi on Wednesday insisted superstar forward Kylian Mbappe “must sign a new contract” if he wants to remain at the club next season.
Benin agog as national trials begin
Despite the downpour in Benin City on Tuesday, athletics lovers swarmed the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium to catch a glimpse of world champion, Tobi Amusan, World Championships silver medalist, Ese Brume and other overseas-based athletes train ahead of the National Trials, which begins Wednesday (today).
Falcons set W’Cup target as team arrives Australia
Ahead of their ninth appearance at the FIFA Women’s World Cup, which kicks off July 20 in Australia and New Zealand, the Super Falcons are setting their sights on surpassing their previous achievements at the tournament after touching down at their base in Australia.
Transfer: Troost-Ekong joins Greek club PAOK Thessaloniki
Greek Super League club, PAOK Thessaloniki have announced the signing of Super Eagles defender, William Troost-Ekong.
Osimhen backs Peseiro to lead Super Eagles to 2023 AFCON
Victor Osimhen believes coach Jose Peseiro is good enough to lead the Super Eagles to the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations in Cote d’Ivoire.