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Sobered Ndidi rues missed scoring chance against Zimbabwe

NewsDeskNgMar 29, 2025March 29, 20250

Super Eagles midfielder Wilfred Ndidi has apologised over his missed chance and the country’s draw with Zimbabwe’s Warriors at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium, Uyo in the crucial World Cup qualifier last Tuesday. The Super Eagles, in dire need of a win to increase their chances of qualifying for the 2026 World Cup,...

‘Under-fire’ Chelle admits ‘blundering tactics’ against Zimbabwe

NewsDeskNgMar 27, 2025March 27, 20250

Franco-Malian coach, Eric Sekou Chelle, seemingly admitted he got his tactics and substitutions wrong in Super Eagles’ disappointing 1-1 draw against the Warriors of Zimbabwe in their Matchday 6 FIFA World Cup 2026 encounter in Uyo on Tuesday. In what turned out to be a nerve-wrecking tie for Nigerians, Galatasaray’s Victor...

Obi lauds Super Eagles’ resilience despite draw against Zimbabwe

NewsDeskNgMar 26, 2025March 26, 20250

Former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi has expressed admiration for the Super Eagles’ performance in their recent FIFA World Cup qualifying match against Zimbabwe. Despite the team’s 1-1 draw, Obi commended the players for demonstrating the “true Nigerian spirit of strength, resilience, and dedication” on the field. Obi, who attended the...

Grassroots Football Coaching: Benue FA, NIS Sign Landmark MoU

NewsDeskNgMar 10, 2025March 10, 20250

In a groundbreaking move to revamp grassroots football development, the Benue State Football Association (BSFA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the National Institute for Sports (NIS) to establish a structured coaching certification program in Benue State. The agreement, signed at the NIS headquarters in Lagos, marks a...

‘Very good guy’ – Onana reveals manager he would love to coach Man Utd

NewsDeskNgNov 8, 2024November 8, 20240

Manchester United goalkeeper, Andre Onana has said that he would have loved Ruud van Nistelroy to coach the club on a permanent basis. Van Nistelroy, who is currently the interim coach at Man United, will leave his role in the next few days. Ruben Amorim will assume duty as Man...

Just 30 more goals – Lewandowski tipped to surpass Messi’s record

NewsDeskNgNov 8, 2024November 8, 20240

TNT Sports pundit, Rory Smith has tipped Barcelona striker Robert Lewandowski to surpass the club’s legend Lionel Messi’s UEFA League all-time goalscorers list. Lewandowski is third on the list of players with the most goals in the Champions League competition. The Poland international recently took his Champions League tally to...

It’s close – Shearer picks team to win title between Arsenal, Man City, Liverpool

NewsDeskNgNov 4, 2024November 4, 20240

Former England striker, Alan Shearer, has picked the “favourite” to win the Premier League title this season. This follows a dramatic weekend, where Manchester City and Arsenal both lost. City’s unbeaten start to the campaign ended with a 2-1 defeat at Bournemouth, while Newcastle beat the Gunners 1-0 at St...

Man Utd confirm Ruben Amorim as new manager

NewsDeskNgNov 1, 2024November 1, 20240

Manchester United have officially announced Ruben Amorim as their new manager. In a club statement on Friday, the Red Devils confirmed that Amorim will remain with Sporting Lisbon until November 11. This means the 39-year-old’s first game in charge will be a Premier League trip to Ipswich Town. Amorim has...

Maduforo reveals importance of Rangers draw against Kwara United

NewsDeskNgOct 30, 2024October 30, 20240

Rangers midfielder, Kingsley Maduforo says the point gained in the clash against Kwara United was a reward for hard work. The Flying Antelopes held Kwara United to a 1-1 draw in a matchday nine fixture in Ilorin on Monday. Maduforo’s goal rescued a point for Rangers in the game. He...

Prioritize citizens’ welfare in your policies – PRP urges Tinubu

NewsDeskNgOct 29, 2024October 29, 20240

The People’s Redemption Party, PRP, has called on President Bola Tinubu to review his policies and implement a governance framework that prioritizes the welfare of citizens. The National Chairman of the party, Falalu Bello, made this call in a statement on Tuesday, charging the President to embrace homegrown policies that...