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NFF vows to elevate national teams' performance in the coming year

NFF deletes Dessers criticism after backlash as Sanusi denies authorization

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has deleted a controversial press release that singled out Super Eagles striker Cyriel Dessers and captain William...

Dessers had been introduced in Uyo when Victor Osimhen picked up an injury against Rwanda, but failed to add spark. Handed his first competitive start in Bloemfontein, he was withdrawn at half-time for Tolu Arokodare, whose physicality unsettled South Africa’s defence and offered more urgency.

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Nigeria Football Federation

NFF criticises Dessers and questions Chelle’s selection

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has criticised striker Cyriel Dessers after another poor performance in the Super Eagles 1-1 draw with South...

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Super Eagles

Osimhen ruled out of Nigeria’s World Cup qualifier in South Africa

Nigeria will be without striker Victor Osimhen when they face South Africa in Tuesday’s crucial 2026 World Cup qualifier in Bloemfontein. The...

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Nigerian Players Abroad

Cyriel Dessers completes move to Greek side Panathinaikos

Super Eagles striker Cyriel Dessers has completed a move to Panathinaikos, leaving Rangers after just over two years at Ibrox. The Nigerian...

Raphael Onyedika played a crucial role in Club Brugge victory over Anderlecht in the Belgian Cup final, showcasing his midfield dominance.

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Nigerian Players Abroad

Raphael Onyedika sparkles as Club Brugge sweep into Champions League League phase

Raphael Onyedika was at the heart of a glittering Club Brugge display as the Belgian giants crushed Rangers 6-0 to storm into...

Rangers manager Russell Martin says Cyriel Desser suspected knee injury “looks nasty” after the Champions League qualifier

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Nigerian Players Abroad

Rangers boss fears serious knee injury for Cyriel Dessers after Plzen clash

Rangers manager Russell Martin has admitted striker Cyriel Dessers’ injury “looks nasty” after the Super Eagles forward left the pitch in discomfort...

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Cyriel Dessers inspires Rangers to dominant UCL qualifier win

Cyriel Dessers delivered a statement performance for Rangers on Tuesday night, scoring one and assisting another as the Scottish giants thrashed Viktoria...