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Swedish top club sings Abel Ogwuche on a permanent deal

By Wale Mustapha on November 22, 2022 News, Sports

Swedish outfit Trelleborg have activated an option to sign Nigerian defender Abel Ogwuche on a permanent deal. The agreement ties Ogwuche under contract at Vångavallen until 2026. Ogwuche spent the past season on loan at Trelleborg from Tripple 44 Football Academy. He made seven appearances during the Suprettan season. The teenager played in games against […]

U.S based Michael Nsien appointed as Head Coach of U.S. U16 national team

By Wale Mustapha on November 15, 2022 News, Sports

Favour Itua The U.S. Soccer Federation has appointed US based Nigerian tactician, Michael Nsien as the new head Coach of the U.S. U-16 Men’s Youth National team on a 3-year deal. Nsien, with over 23 years of experience as a player and coach for clubs in the United States, becomes the first Nigerian to take […]

Ismaheel Taofeeq inspires Beveren to huge win over Lierse in Jupiler League

By Wale Mustapha on November 14, 2022 News, Sports

Nigeria U23 hopeful Ismaheel Taofeeq believes that Beveren were worthy winners as they put Lierse to the sword at Herman Vanderpoortenstadion on Sunday evening. Beveren fought from a goal down to win the game 5-1. And the winger has insisted that his team were worth the three points. Ismaheel Taofeeq lasted the full duration and […]

Format, fixtures unveiled for FC Ebedei/Midtjylland Year-End Invitational Tourney

By Wale Mustapha on November 13, 2022 News, Sports

Organisers of the maiden FC Ebedei/ FC Midtjylland Year-End Invitational Tournament billed to kick off on Friday November 18, have released fixtures for the event. One of Africa’s best professionally administered football clubs, whose products have helped Nigeria win silverware since the Atlanta 1996 Olympics, FC Ebedei, iconic football brand Shooting Stars of Ibadan, and […]

Costa Rica coach predicts brighter future for new Super Eagles sensation, Dominion Ohaka

By Wale Mustapha on November 10, 2022 News, Sports

New Super Eagles sensational defender, Dominion Ohaka was the cynosure of all eyes on Thursday morning as Nigeria lost 2-0 against Costa Rica at San Jose National Stadium. The young lad caught the attention of the spectators where the full back maestro had a superb game against the La Tricolor. The Home Based Eagles which […]

Aliima Attervall Alase relishes international experience with Flamingos

By Wale Mustapha on November 6, 2022 News, Sports

Nigeria U17 star Aliima Attervall Alase has expressed her gratitude for being part of the much celebrated Flamingos side which finished third at the recently concluded FIFA Women’s Under 17 Championship in India. Alase who is celebrating her 16th birthday on Sunday, November 6 spoke with a section of the media on the team’s return […]

Ismaheel Taofeeq stars as Beveren humble Genk in Belgium

By Wale Mustapha on October 31, 2022 News, Sports

Nigerian winger Ismaheel Taofeeq’s impressive performance helped Beveren thrashed Genk U23 on Sunday night. Belgian Challenger League leaders, Beveren also kept clean sheet in the well deserved win over the visitors at Freethielstadion. Thierno Barry’s brace and a well struck penalty by Dieumerci Mbokani helped the hosts secure the win. Ismaheel was impressive upfront, with […]

Taofeek sends best wishes message to Olympic Eagles ahead of Tanzania clash in Ibadan

By Wale Mustapha on October 28, 2022 News, Sports

SK Beveren winger Ishmael Taofeeq has sent a heartfelt message to the Dream Team VIII ahead of their all important game against Tanzania on Saturday. The Olympic Eagles drew 1-1 with Tanzania in the first leg encounter at Benjamin Mpaka Stadium and will hope to zoom to next round of qualification for U23 Africa Cup […]

Yahaya Fawzi enjoying quick integration at new Lithuanian club

By Wale Mustapha on August 25, 2022 News, Sports

Nigerian defender Yahaya Fawzi says he is enjoying life at FK Jonava following his summer move to the Lithuanian club. According to Fawzi, his integration at Jonava has been straightforward and is looking forward to helping the team achieve it objectives. The 20-year-old joined on a free transfer and has already made five appearances in […]

Volleyball: Nimrod hails gallant Nigeria U21 for securing semifinal slot

By Wale Mustapha on August 19, 2022 News, Sports

The President of Nigeria Volleyball Federation, Engineer Musa Nimrod has hailed Nigeria U21 Men’s team for booking a place in the semifinals of the 2022 African U21 Men’s Nation’s Volleyball Championship. Nigeria defeated Libya 3-2 (25-20, 18-25, 25-20, 22-25, 15-8) in a highly tense quarterfinal on Friday. Nimrod said the players exhibited a high level […]