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Why I moved to Saudi Arabia – Ashleigh Plumptre explains her decision

Super Falcons defender Ashleigh Plumptre says her move to Saudi Arabia came after initially rejecting an approach from Al-Ittihad. The 27-year-old, who...

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Nigerian Players Abroad

Super Falcons Plumptre inspires Al Ittihad to ruthless Saudi league win

Super Falcons defender Ashleigh Plumptre delivered a standout performance on Friday as Al Ittihad swept aside Eastern Flames 3-0 in the Saudi...

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Oshoala nets debut goal as Al Hilal edge Al Qadsiah in Saudi opener

Super Falcons forward Asisat Oshoala opened her account for Al Hilal Women, scoring in their dramatic 4-3 victory over Al Qadsiah in...

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Ighalo talks Osimhen move, reveals plans for stadium and academy legacy

Former Nigeria international Odion Ighalo has weighed in on the ongoing transfer saga involving Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen, urging the Napoli...

Victor Osimhen praises Galatasaray fans and urges focus after a vital 2–0 win over Trabzonspor puts the Turkish Super Lig title within reach.

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Victor Osimhen’s transfer to Galatasaray hits major roadblock

Victor Osimhen’s transfer to Galatasaray has hit a major roadblock, with Napoli demanding full payment and refusing to finalize the deal due...

Ndidi edges closer to a move away from Leicester as Besiktas prepare next steps in transfer deal.

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Julius Aghahowa urges Man Utd to sign Super Eagles Wilfred Ndidi

Former Super Eagles striker Julius Aghahowa has thrown his weight behind Wilfred Ndidi’s potential move to Manchester United, describing the Leicester City...

Yaya Toure is reportedly set for his first managerial job with a Belgian a team embroiled in protests over a controversial name change.

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Yaya Toure set for first managerial role at Belgian club

Manchester City legend Yaya Toure is reportedly set to take up his first role as head coach with Belgian second-tier club Daring...

Victor Osimhen has reportedly turned down a record ₦275 billion offer from Saudi club Al-Hilal, reaffirming his desire to remain in Europe.

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Osimhen shuns ₦275 billion Saudi payday, waits for European elite

Super Eagles Striker Victor Osimhen has again turned down a jaw-dropping offer from Saudi Arabian giants Al-Hilal, who presented the Nigerian striker...