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target=_blank>World Cup Play-Off Final: Ndidi cleared to face DR Congo
Wilfred Ndidi has been cleared to play for the Super Eagles in Sunday’s crucial World Cup play-off final against DR Congo, following confirmation from the Confederation of African Football (CAF).
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target=_blank>Osimhen seeks more goals as Nigeria eye World Cup survival
“I was gutted after failing to score from that opportunity. It was a bad miss,” Osimhen admitted to reporters.
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target=_blank>NZ boxer Parker denies taking banned substance after failed test
Former world heavyweight champion Joseph Parker denied on Saturday taking a prohibited substance, after learning he had failed a drug test on the day of his shock loss to Fabio Wardley.
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target=_blank>Africa W/Cup Playoff: Time to give everything— Chukwueze
Super Eagles winger Samuel Chukwueze has quickly shifted the team’s focus from their semi-final victory to the crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup play-off final against DR Congo tomorrow.
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target=_blank>CAF W/Cup Playoffs final: Can Nigeria breakdown DR Congo?
The Super Eagles, who had boycotted training in the lead-up to the game over pay disputes, needed extra time to defeat Gabon in their semi-final, emerging 4-1 winners in Rabat, Morocco.
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target=_blank>Anthony Joshua to earn £70m in potential fight with Jake Paul
The event would be recognised as a full professional fight under Queensbury rules, not an exhibition match.
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target=_blank>Akor Adams urges fans to back Super Eagles ahead of DR Congo clash
Super Eagles striker Akor Adams has urged fans to come out in full force on Sunday to support the team in the final of the African World Cup Qualifying Play-off Tournament at the Complexe sportif Prince Héritier Moulay Abdellah.
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target=_blank>Who is Benjamin Fredrick?
His name is Benjamin Fredrick. He reminds me of Yisa Shofoluwe of the Green Eagles of old. The legendary Ernest Okonkwo of Radio Nigeria labelled Shofoluwe, “The Dean of Defence.”
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target=_blank>Ojelabi Cup to uncover new football talents in Badagry — Lagos Commissioner
The Lagos State Commissioner for Tertiary Education, Mr. Tolani Sule, has said that the forthcoming Cornelius Ojelabi Football Competition, also known as the Ojelabi Cup, will serve as a platform to discover new football talents among youths in Badagry Division. Sule stated this during a press briefing in Lagos ahead of today’s kick-off at the Lagos
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target=_blank>Oborevwori leads dignitaries to GCU Relays
Chairman of the Delta State Sports Commission, Onoriode Joshua Oborevwori, will next week lead top dignitaries, including the Ughelli North Local Govt Chairman, Jaro Egbo to the seventh edition of the Annual Government College Ughelli, GCU Relays confirmed for Saturday November 22nd, 2025 at the school’s tartan tracks.
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target=_blank>2026 WCQ Playoffs: Ajayi returns for Super Eagles’ final showdown with Congo
Hull City defender Semi Ajayi could well start Nigeria’s 2026 FIFA World Cup playoffs final with Democratic Republic of Congo on Sunday after serving out a one-match ban. The experienced centre-back missed the Super Eagles’ 4-1 victory over the Panthers of Gabon on Thursday due to suspension. Calvin Bassey paired young defender, Benjamin Fredrick at
2026 WCQ Playoffs: Ajayi returns for Super Eagles’ final showdown with Congo
target=_blank>NPFL: Kwara United motivated to beat El-Kanemi Warriors – Aiyenugba
Kwara United goalkeeper coach, Dele Aiyenugba, has declared his team’s readiness for the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, matchday 13 clash against El-Kanemi Warriors. Kwara United, who are on a five-game unbeaten run, will be hoping to extend the feat when they square up with El-Kanemi Warriors in Maiduguri on Sunday. El-Kanemi Warriors on the
NPFL: Kwara United motivated to beat El-Kanemi Warriors – Aiyenugba
target=_blank>EPL: Chelsea suffer fresh injury blow ahead of Barcelona, Arsenal games
Chelsea has been dealt a fresh injury blow, after Jamie Gittens limped off while playing for England U-21s on Friday night, The Standard reports. Gittens, who was signed from Borussia Dortmund this summer, is now a doubt for the Blues’ upcoming fixtures. The winger appeared to sustain the apparent injury after attempting to evade a
EPL: Chelsea suffer fresh injury blow ahead of Barcelona, Arsenal games
target=_blank>2026 WCQ playoffs: Osimhen to captain Super Eagles against DR Congo with Ndidi banned
Galatasaray striker, Victor Osimhen, is set to lead the Super Eagles out against the Democratic Republic of Congo in a 2026 World Cup playoff final on Sunday. According to Sports Village Square, Osimhen will take the armband from Wilfred Ndidi, who is suspended for the game in Rabat, Morocco. Ndidi will serve a one-game ban
2026 WCQ playoffs: Osimhen to captain Super Eagles against DR Congo with Ndidi banned
target=_blank>Legendary Nigerian striker Okonji dies at 83
Former Nigerian striker, Lawrence Onweazu Okonji has passed away at the age of 83, DAILY POST reports. Okonji made his name during his time with the Green Eagles, now known as the Super Eagles. The former forward was first invited to the national team in 1963, and played for the team until 1973. He played
Legendary Nigerian striker Okonji dies at 83
target=_blank>2026 Word Cup ticket non-negotiable — Chukwueze
Samuel Chukwueze has said the Super Eagles are firmly focused on securing a place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Super Eagles booked a spot in the final of the 2026 FIFA World Cup African playoffs following a 4-1 victory over Gabon on Thursday night. Éric Chelle’s men will battle the Leopards of Democratic
2026 Word Cup ticket non-negotiable — Chukwueze
target=_blank>NNL: Heartland ready new season – Amuneke
Heartland technical adviser, Emmanuel Amuneke, has expressed his team’s readiness for the 2025-26 Nigeria National League, NNL, season. The Naze Millionaires will lock horns with Crown FC in their matchday one fixture. The encounter is billed for the Soun Stadium in Ogbomosho on Sunday. Amuneke is optimistic with the quality of players at his disposal
NNL: Heartland ready new season – Amuneke
target=_blank>NPFL: Abia Warriors suffer injury crisis ahead Bayelsa United clash
Abia Warriors will miss the service of five key players for the matchday 13 encounter against Bayelsa United. The absentees are, Shedrack Asiegbu, Ayodele Ezekiel, Imoh Obot, Emmanuel Ogbuagu and captain Augustine Njoku. Asiegbu, Ezekiel, Obot and Njoku are currently battling with an unnamed injury while Ogbuagu is ruled out with a mild illness. Imama
NPFL: Abia Warriors suffer injury crisis ahead Bayelsa United clash
target=_blank>NNL: Crown FC coach Ayeni banks on new signings for promotion
Crown FC head coach, Ayodeji Ayeni is banking on his new recruits to help secure promotion to the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL. The Ogbomosho-based club have reinforced their squad following the departure of key players like Wasiu Falolu and Jonathan Okechukwu. Ayeni believes the new players can help the club achieve it’s objective. DAILY
NNL: Crown FC coach Ayeni banks on new signings for promotion
target=_blank>NNL: Offor declares Akwa United’s readiness for new season
Akwa United head coach, Paul Offor says the team is ready for promotion fight in the Nigeria National League, NNL. The Promise Keepers are targeting an instant return to the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, following their relegation last season. The Uyo club will compete in the Southern Conference B. Akwa United will begin their
NNL: Offor declares Akwa United’s readiness for new season
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