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Aweroro hails Shooting Stars mentality after 3-1 win over Rangers in Ibadan

Noble Onyeagoro3 months ago3 months ago

Shooting Stars coach Nurudeen Aweroro praised his players’ mentality and resilience after their 3-1 NPFL win over Enugu Rangers in Ibadan, calling it one of the team’s best performances against a tough opponent....

NPFL suspend Kennedy Boboye for 17 matches, sanction Bendel Insurance after Plateau United draw

Noble Onyeagoro3 months ago3 months ago

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The NPFL have suspended Bendel Insurance head coach Kennedy Boboye for 17 matches and fined him ₦2 million after the club’s chaotic 2-2 draw with Plateau United. Bendel Insurance were also hit with multiple sanctions, including fines and three home games behind closed doors....

Rivers United reclaim NPFL summit as Rangers slip and survival fight tightens

Noble Onyeagoro3 months ago3 months ago

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Rivers United climbed back to the top of the NPFL after coming from behind to beat Kun Khalifat 4-2, while Shooting Stars dented Enugu Rangers with a 3-1 win in Ibadan. With five matches left, the title race tightened, continental hopes shifted, and pressure deepened at the bottom of the table across the division again....

Title Race Tightens as NPFL Weekend Delivers Drama at Both Ends of the Table

Noble Onyeagoro4 months ago4 months ago

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The NPFL title race narrowed further after Ikorodu City and Enugu Rangers stumbled, while crucial wins at the bottom reshaped the relegation battle....

Duke Udi Appointed Head Coach of Sunshine Stars with Eyes on NPFL Return

Noble Onyeagoro4 months ago4 months ago

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Duke Udi has been appointed as the new head coach of Sunshine Stars FC, with a mission to lead the team back to the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) after their relegation....

Kun Khalifat FC Returns to NPFL After Brief Withdrawal

Noble Onyeagoro4 months ago4 months ago

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Kun Khalifat FC has reversed its decision to withdraw from the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) just hours after announcing the exit. The club says positive talks with the League Management Board led to its reinstatement....

CAF Praises Nigeria’s Venues as Inspection Concludes Ahead of African Schools Football Championship

Noble Onyeagoro4 months ago4 months ago

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Inspectors from the Confederation of African Football (CAF) completed a two‑day inspection of Nigeria’s proposed venues for the 2025/26 CAF African Schools Football Championship, praising the facilities such as the Remo Stars Sports Institute and FC Ebedei Stadium....

Stanley Nwabali Leaves Chippa United Following Transfer Request

Noble Onyeagoro4 months ago4 months ago

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Stanley Nwabali, the Nigerian goalkeeper, has requested to leave Chippa United, and the South African club has granted his request. Nwabali’s decision to move on follows his prominent role in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations and performances for the club....

Ifeanyi Ekwueme Steps Down as Enyimba FC Sporting Director, Focuses on Personal Ventures

Noble Onyeagoro5 months ago5 months ago

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Ifeanyi Ekwueme, former Super Eagles winger, has stepped down as the Sporting Director of Enyimba FC. Citing the need to focus on his personal business ventures, Ekwueme expressed his love for the club but acknowledged the need for a new direction at this stage of his life....

NFF Schedules Extraordinary Congress for February 14 to Address Key Football Issues

Noble Onyeagoro5 months ago5 months ago

5 months ago5 months ago0

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has announced an Extraordinary Congress on February 14 in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State. The congress will focus on critical issues affecting Nigerian football, including policy decisions and preparations for the September Elective Congress. Key stakeholders from the football community will be in attendance....

Nigerian football

Aweroro hails Shooting Stars mentality after 3-1 win over Rangers in Ibadan

NPFL suspend Kennedy Boboye for 17 matches, sanction Bendel Insurance after Plateau United draw

Rivers United reclaim NPFL summit as Rangers slip and survival fight tightens

Title Race Tightens as NPFL Weekend Delivers Drama at Both Ends of the Table

Duke Udi Appointed Head Coach of Sunshine Stars with Eyes on NPFL Return

Kun Khalifat FC Returns to NPFL After Brief Withdrawal

CAF Praises Nigeria’s Venues as Inspection Concludes Ahead of African Schools Football Championship

Stanley Nwabali Leaves Chippa United Following Transfer Request

Ifeanyi Ekwueme Steps Down as Enyimba FC Sporting Director, Focuses on Personal Ventures

NFF Schedules Extraordinary Congress for February 14 to Address Key Football Issues

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