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Victor Osimhen is close to joining Al Hilal, the Saudi club are ready to activate his €75m clause and offer a record-breaking deal

Three Nigerians feature in Turkish Super Lig team of the week

The Turkish Super Lig’s latest Team of the Week, compiled by WhoScored, highlights a remarkable Nigerian influence, with Victor Osimhen, Ibrahim Olawoyin,...

Discover the top five highest-earning African forwards lighting up the Turkish Süper Lig this season — mind blowing salaries.

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Nigerian Players Abroad

“Stay with us, Osi!”- Galatasaray fans launch 5,000 drones to form Victor Osimhen’s image before last game

Victor Osimhen’s future remains uncertain despite Galatasaray’s passionate attempts to convince the Nigerian striker to stay permanently after his stellar loan spell....

Beşiktaş target Genk striker Tolu Arokodare after 23-goal season. The €13m-rated Nigerian forward also draws interest from Bayern.

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Nigerian Players Abroad

Super Eagles Tolu Arokodare in hot chase for the Belgian Pro League golden boot

While the Belgian Pro League title race has narrowed to a two-horse battle between Club Brugge and Union Saint-Gilloise, another thrilling contest...

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Athletics

Nigerian Athletes shine at Adidas Atlanta City games

The Adidas Atlanta City Games witnessed outstanding performances from Nigerian athletes over the weekend, with Favour Ofili and Ese Brume leading the...

Chiamaka Nnadozie has been named in the Ligue Team of the Season for the second year running after another stellar campaign with Paris FC.

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Super Falcons

Super Falcon’s Chiamaka Nnadozie says Nigeria must reclaim WAFCON glory

The 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) approaches and Super Falcons goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie isn’t just focused on stopping shots—she’s carrying...

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EPL

Super Eagles Mikel Obi reacts to Arsenal’s trophy-less season

Despite securing a second-place finish in the Premier League and Champions League qualification for the third consecutive season, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta...

Al Ahly, Pyramids, and Sundowns have secured their spots in the CAF Champions League semi-finals after a dramatic night of second-leg clashes.

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South Africa’s Mamelodi Sundowns announce new partnership with automotive brand

Chery South Africa has secured a high-profile collaboration with Premier Soccer League giants Mamelodi Sundowns, becoming the club’s official vehicle partner in...

Golden Eaglets coach Manu Garba has called on Flying Eagles, to remain focused ahead of their crucial AFCON Group B opener against Tunisia.

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Flying Eagles

Ex-Super Eagles star says no need for overhaul of Flying Eagles squad

Nigeria legend Mutiu Adepoju has dismissed calls for a complete overhaul of the Flying Eagles squad following their disappointing semi-final exit at...