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By Kelechi Abel / Bet9ja / October 1, 2025

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Sunshine Stars’ Elvis Chima proves work beats talent in NPFL rise

By Kelechi Abel / Player Profiles / October 24, 2025

The midfield dynamo Elvis Chima of Sunshine Stars F.C. is becoming one of the most talked about players in the Nigerian Professional Football League at just 25 years old. According to reports, his rise from humble community pitches to the senior ranks of Sunshine Stars has been powered more by discipline and hard work than

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Uche makes appearance as AEK Larnaca upset Crystal Palace

By Kelechi Abel / Events and Tournaments / October 24, 2025

The Nigerian youngster Christantus Uche featured in Crystal Palace’s UEFA Conference League home loss to AEK Larnaca, where the visitors secured a 1-0 victory at Selhurst Park. Uche made his first appearance in the competition by coming on as a substitute for Ismaïla Sarr in the 87th minute. Despite dominating possession and out-shooting their opponents, Palace

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RB Leipzig target Nigerian centre-back Benjamin Fredrick in €1.5m deal

By Kelechi Abel / Transfer News / October 24, 2025

A move to German football may be on the horizon for Nigeria’s rising defender Benjamin Fredrick. According to recent reports, RB Leipzig are weighing up an offer of around €1.5 million, plus a 15 per cent sell-on clause, to secure the 20 year old centre-back. Fredrick, currently on loan at Belgian top-division side FCV Dender

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Kwara United Appoint Ashifat Suleiman as New Coach

By Kelechi Abel / Football Training and Coaching / October 24, 2025

Kwara United have unveiled Ashifat Suleiman as their new technical adviser for the remainder of the 2025/26 season, with the possibility of extension. The unveiling ceremony took place at the club’s office in Ilorin and was attended by the club’s chairman, Kumbi Titiloye, represented by General Manager Mallam Bashir Badawiy. Titiloye remarked that Suleiman is

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Nigeria’s Bamidele Yusuf seals Europa League surprise win for Ferencváros

By Kelechi Abel / Events and Tournaments / October 24, 2025

The young Nigerian winger Bamidele Yusuf produced a decisive moment in the group-stage of the UEFA Europa League, scoring the only goal to hand his side, Ferencváros TC, a stunning victory away at Red Bull Salzburg. Yusuf, who recently joined Ferencváros, latched on to a swift counter-attack in the second half, evaded his marker and

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Werder Bremen coach hails Victor Boniface as first-choice super-sub

By Kelechi Abel / Match Previews and Reviews / October 24, 2025

The head coach of Werder Bremen, Horst Steffen, has praised Nigerian international Victor Boniface for his “exceptional” attributes, stating that he is now his preferred first-choice option off the bench. Steffen made the remarks ahead of Bremen’s Bundesliga clash with Union Berlin, confirming that Boniface who joined from Bayer Leverkusen on loan has impressed the

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Rodgers issues warning after injury blows hit site-forward Iheanacho

By Kelechi Abel / Player Health and Injuries / October 24, 2025

In a gritty comeback victory, Celtic FC secured a 2-1 win against SK Sturm Graz, but the triumph was overshadowed by injuries to two key players. Manager Brendan Rodgers confirmed that striker Kelechi Iheanacho and full-back Alistair Johnston both picked up suspected hamstring problems during the match. Just minutes into the game, Iheanacho was forced

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Nigerian youngster Udoh Victor joins Dynamo České Budějovice from Southampton

By Kelechi Abel / Nigerian Football News / October 24, 2025

A bright Nigerian prospect, Udoh Victor, has sealed a move from Southampton F.C. (England) to Czech club SK Dynamo České Budějovice. The 19 year old midfielder arrives as the fourth Nigerian to sign for the club this year, signifying the side’s growing interest in Nigerian talent. Known for his sharp ball control, pace and creativity,

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Super Falcons eye WAFCON 2026 berth as Benin make spirited charge

By Kelechi Abel / Interviews / October 24, 2025

The Super Falcons of Nigeria have named a strong 21-player squad ahead of their final qualification tie for the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations 2026, with one eye on the prize as they prepare to face the Benin Republic Women’s National Team. Head coach Justine Madugu has boosted the squad with key figures including captain

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Brighton promote Nigerian prospect Nneji Daniel into first-team after huge move

By Kelechi Abel / Youth Development and Scouting / October 23, 2025

A rising star of Nigerian heritage, Daniel Nneji, has received his first call-up to the first-team training sessions at Brighton & Hove Albion following a record-breaking transfer. The central defender joined Brighton after a landmark move from Cambridge United, where he had been part of their Under-16 setup, and now finds himself practising with the senior squad. Nneji signed for

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