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The January transfer window has delivered a remarkable financial manoeuvre involving Turkish giants Besiktas and Aston Villa. Striker Tammy Abraham is officially returning to the English Premier League following a successful stint in Turkey. Consequently, the move marks the end of his partnership with Nigerian midfielder Wilfred Ndidi at Besiktas. Besiktas triggered a mandatory purchase…
Victor Osimhen has etched his name into Galatasaray’s modern history, becoming the fastest player to score 50 goals for the Turkish giants since the year 2000. The Nigerian striker reached the landmark in just 59 appearances, setting a new club record, according to data from Transfermarkt. The feat underlines Osimhen’s explosive impact since arriving in…
Nigeria’s Super Eagles have recorded a major leap in the latest FIFA Men’s World Rankings, climbing to 26th place globally and third in Africa following their outstanding performance at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. The rankings, released on Monday, show Nigeria rising 12 places from 38th to 26th — one of the…
Senegal were crowned champions of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations on Sunday night after edging hosts Morocco 1–0 after extra time in a dramatic final played in Rabat. The tightly contested match was settled in the 94th minute when Pape Gueye fired home the decisive goal following a tense encounter that ended goalless after…
Nigeria’s Super Eagles have earned a massive ₦3.56 billion in prize money after finishing third at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, following a dramatic 4–2 penalty shootout victory over Egypt in the bronze medal playoff in Casablanca. The encounter ended goalless after regulation time, with goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali emerging as Nigeria’s hero. The shot-stopper…
Senegal stunned host nation Morocco on Sunday night to win the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, edging a tense and chaotic final 1–0 after extra time at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium. The match, marred by controversy and ugly scenes, was decided in the fourth minute of extra time when Pape Gueye fired Senegal…
Nigeria’s Super Eagles defeated Egypt 4–2 on penalties on Saturday to secure the bronze medal at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, following a tense third-place playoff at the Stade Mohammed V in Casablanca, Morocco. The encounter ended goalless after regulation time, forcing the match into a penalty shootout where goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali once again…
Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has revealed that Nigeria prepared extensively for penalties ahead of their semi-final clash with hosts, Morocco at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, insisting the right players were selected despite the shoot-out defeat. Nigeria’s hopes of lifting the trophy ended on Wednesday night after losing 4–2 on penalties following…
Defending champions Nigeria have been drawn alongside Zambia, Egypt and Malawi in Group C of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), following the official draw conducted ahead of the tournament. The Super Falcons, who are record 10-time champions, will play all their Group C fixtures at the Larbi Zaouli Stadium in Casablanca, Morocco….
Former Enugu State Governor, Sullivan Chime, has defended the endorsement of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for a second term by political leaders in the South-East, describing the move as strategic, realistic, and firmly rooted in the President’s performance in office. Chime made the remarks in a statement released on Wednesday, following last weekend’s endorsement of…
