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President Bola Tinubu has applauded the Super Eagles for their valiant effort in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying playoffs, despite Sunday’s heartbreaking loss to the Democratic Republic of Congo in Morocco. The President’s message, shared by his spokesperson Bayo Onanuga, encourages the team to move past the defeat and gear up for the upcoming…

WIKKI TOURIST STUN ENYIMBA WITH 1-0 WIN IN ABA

Nov 17, 2025

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Tourist FC of Bauchi handed Enyimba International FC a tough day at home, beating them 1-0 in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) matchday 13 clash on Sunday. Ahmed Abubakar’s 31st-minute strike gave Wikki Tourist a crucial lead just before halftime. Wikki’s coach Abdul Maikaba shared his delight after the match, saying he encouraged his…

NIGERIA DROPS OUT OF 2026 FIFA WORLD CUP QUALIFIERS AFTER PENALTY SHOOTOUT LOSS TO DR CONGO

Nov 17, 2025

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Nigeria’s hopes to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup ended in heartbreak on Sunday after a tense 1-1 draw against the Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo) culminated in a 4-3 defeat on penalties. Despite fielding a star-studded squad, the Super Eagles were edged out by the Leopards in the final qualifying playoff held…

CRISTIANO RONALDO SETS RETIREMENT TIMELINE: ONE TO TWO YEARS LEFT

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Football legend Cristiano Ronaldo has confirmed that he plans to retire within the next one or two years, putting a timeline on his previous hints about hanging up his boots soon. The 40-year-old Portugal forward, who has scored over 950 goals for club and country since his debut in 2002, is currently with Saudi Arabian…

ATLETICO MADRID TRIO DROPPED FROM ARGENTINA’S ANGOLA FRIENDLY OVER YELLOW FEVER VACCINE DELAY

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Argentina will be without Atletico Madrid’s Julian Alvarez, Nahuel Molina, and Giuliano Simeone for their upcoming friendly against Angola due to their failure to complete yellow fever vaccination procedures on time. The Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) clarified that the health protocols are mandatory for entry into Angola, a region where yellow fever is prevalent.…

FALCONETS CRUSH GHANA 3-0 TO CLAIM WAFU-B U20 GIRLS CUP TITLE WITH A GAME TO SPARE

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Nigeria’s U-20 Women’s national team, the Falconets, completed a dominant run in the 2025 WAFU-B U20 Girls Cup with a commanding 3-0 victory over Ghana’s Black Princesses at Stade Omnisports d’Adjohoun, Benin. This win gave Nigeria a rare double over Ghana after a 3-1 triumph in the tournament opener. Janet Akekoromowei opened the scoring with…

SPAIN DROPS YAMAL FROM WORLD CUP QUALIFIERS AFTER SURPRISE GROIN PROCEDURE

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Spain’s star winger Lamine Yamal was released from the squad ahead of crucial World Cup qualifiers against Georgia and Turkey after undergoing an unexpected radiofrequency treatment for a persistent groin injury. The Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) expressed surprise and concern as they were not informed prior to the procedure, which required Yamal to rest…

SUPER EAGLES CAMP OPENS IN RABAT WITH KEY PLAYERS ARRIVING FOR 2026 WORLD CUP PLAYOFFS

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The Nigerian Super Eagles officially kicked off their camp in Rabat, Morocco, on Sunday, with 10 players arriving early to prepare for the crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup CAF playoffs. Early arrivals include stars like Calvin Bassey, Alex Iwobi, Samuel Chukwueze, Tolu Arokodare, Wilfred Ndidi, Moses Simon, and captain William Troost-Ekong. Coach Eric Chelle has…

NPFL MATCH DAY 12 RESULTS: IKORODU CITY STUN WARRI WOLVES, RANGERS EDGE 3SC

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