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WAFCON 2026: Oshoala’s Lone Strike Helps Resolute Super Falcons Edge Out Zambia

By Kelechi / Match Previews & Reviews / August 2, 2026

Oshoala’s Lone Strike Helps Resolute Super Falcons Edge Out Zambia Playing an hour with ten women after Tosin Demehin’s red card, Nigeria held on for their first win of the tournament and kept their quarter final hopes alive. A first half strike from Asisat Oshoala saw a 10 woman Super Falcons edge out Zambia 1-0 […]

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Maduka Okoye to Miss Start of Serie A Season With Shoulder Injury

By Kelechi / Health & Fitness / August 2, 2026

Udinese head coach Kosta Runjaic says the goalkeeper is dealing with a shoulder problem caused by overwork, with the club already exploring cover options for the opening weeks. Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye is set to miss the start of the 2026/27 Serie

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Lookman Set for Bigger Role at Atletico Madrid After Bright Pre-Season Start

By Kelechi / Nigerians Abroad / August 2, 2026

A brace in five minutes against Getafe has the dressing room buzzing, with Diego Simeone’s staff wanting more leadership from the Nigerian as expectations rise heading into the new season. Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman is expected to play a bigger role in

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Official: Akinsanmiro Completes Loan Move To Monza

By Kelechi / Nigerians Abroad / August 2, 2026

The move includes an obligation to buy upon the fulfilment of specific conditions, closing the book on a saga that saw a Pisa move collapse over paperwork earlier this summer. Serie A club AC Monza have officially confirmed the loan signing of Nigeria international Ebenezer Akinsanmiro from Inter

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Otele Set To Join Serie A Club From FC Basel

By Kelechi / Transfer News / August 2, 2026

Basel are seeking around €3 million for the winger, the same fee they paid to sign him from Al Wahda last year, with direct talks between the clubs expected this week. Super Eagles winger Philip Otele is closing in on a move to Serie A

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WAFCON 2026: Super Falcons Seek Redemption Against Zambia

By Kelechi / Women's Football / August 1, 2026

A frantic stoppage-time collapse cost Nigeria their opener against Malawi. Now a win over Zambia’s Barbra Banda led attack is essential to stay alive in the group. Defending champions Nigeria’s Super Falcons face a must-win clash against Zambia in Rabat on Saturday, needing a positive result to

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NPFL: 3SC, Oyo Pillar Of Sports Foundation To Honour Club Legends on Home Matchdays

By Kelechi / NPFL / August 1, 2026

Two former Oluyole Warriors players will be honoured at selected fixtures each season, each receiving a customised jersey, cash award, and appreciation gift once the new NPFL campaign begins. Shooting Stars Sports Club, popularly known as 3SC, will honour club legends

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Iheanacho Pens Emotional Farewell To Celtic After Bursaspor Switch

By Kelechi / Nigerians Abroad / August 1, 2026

The Nigerian forward thanked Brendan Rodgers, Martin O’Neill, his teammates, and the Parkhead faithful after a title-winning debut season with the Scottish champions. Kelechi Iheanacho has said goodbye to Celtic in an emotional social media post, closing the book on his single season with the club

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WAFU B U-20 Championship: Chelle Applauds Flying Eagles’ Victory Over Togo

By Kelechi / Match Previews & Reviews / August 1, 2026

A stronger second half showing turned a difficult opening period into a comfortable win, with a semi-final spot and top of Group B already secured. Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has praised the Flying Eagles after their impressive 3-0 win over Togo in

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Eintracht Frankfurt Reach Agreement With Club Brugge For Onyedika

By Kelechi / Transfer News / August 1, 2026

Eintracht Frankfurt Reach Eintracht Frankfurt Reach Agreement With Club Brugge For Onyedika The Bundesliga club have won the race for the Super Eagles midfielder in a deal worth an initial €9 million, with a contract through 2031 to follow. Eintracht Frankfurt have reached an agreement with Belgian Pro League champions Club Brugge for the transfer

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