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Former Super Eagles Goalkeeper Peter Rufai Passes Away at 61

Peter Rufai, the renowned former goalkeeper of the Nigerian national football team, the Super Eagles, has died at the age of 61. Rufai, celebrated for his exceptional shot-stopping skills and leadership on the field, passed away on Thursday after battling an illness. His death has been confirmed by family members and football associations, prompting tributes

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Liverpool star Diogo Jota dies in car accident

Liverpool forward Diogo Jota has died in a car accident in Spain at the age of 28. Jota’s 26-year-old brother, Andre Silva, was also killed in the accident. He was a footballer with Liga Portugal 2 side Penafiel. The accident happened at 12.30am local time (11.30pm BST) on the A-52 motorway in the municipality of

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Fulham, German, Italian Clubs Battle For Super Eagles New Boy

Super Eagles defender Felix Agu is on the radar of clubs in England, Germany, and Italy. The interested clubs have already contacted his representatives, according to German news outlet, Bild. The 25-year-old is a regular starter at Werder Bremen, but is open to leaving the Bundesliga club. The left-back has a contract with Werder Bremen until

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NFF Extends Tenure Of NPFL, NNL, NLO Boards

‎The Executive Committee of the Nigeria Football Federation, NFF , has opted to extend the tenure of the present boards of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), Nigeria National League (NNL) and the Nigeria Nationwide League One (NLO) till the end of the tenure of the present NFF administration headed by Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau

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WAFU B U-20 Nations Cup: Zubairu Eager To Sharpen Attack As Flying Eagles Resume Camping

‎Head coach Aliyu Zubairu has defined his objectives as Nigeria’s Flying Eagles resumed camping in Abuja ahead of the upcoming WAFU B -20 Nations Cup. The Flying Eagles are in Group A with hosts Ghana, and Benin Republic. ‎“We are taking proactive measures to ensure that the challenges we encountered previously are addressed, squarely,” he

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Done Deal: Chelsea Sign Joao Pedro From Brighton

Chelsea have announced the signing of Brazil international Joao Pedro from Brighton and Hove Albion. The 23-year-old signed a seven-year contract with the Blues. Pedro has linked up with the squad immediately ahead of the FIFA Club World Cup quarter-final against Palmeiras. ‘Everyone knows this is a big club with a great history,’ Pedro told

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Bournemouth Winger Antoine Semenyo Signs New Contract Until 2030

Winger Antoine Semenyo has committed his future to Bournemouth by signing a new contract that will keep him at Vitality Stadium until the summer of 2030. The 25-year-old Ghanaian forward, who joined the Cherries from Bristol City in January 2023, initially signed a long-term deal 12 months ago. His continued stay at Bournemouth underscores his

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CAF to Announce Host Nation for 2026 African Nations Championship

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) is poised to announce the host nation for the 2026 African Nations Championship (CHAN), according to reports by BSNSports.com.ng. Originally scheduled for this year, the 2024 edition of CHAN will now be held in August 2025, with Tanzania, Kenya, and Uganda serving as co-hosts. CAF’s Executive Committee is set

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Kwara United Players Granted 10-Day Break Following President Federation Cup Victory

Kwara United players have been granted a 10-day break by the club’s management following their victory in the President Federation Cup final over Abakaliki FC. The Harmony Boys secured the trophy after defeating Abakaliki FC 4-3 on penalties, following a 0-0 draw in regulation time in the final held at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Onikan,

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Quadri Aruna Drops One Spot in Latest ITTF World Rankings as Fatima Bello Climbs

Nigeria’s top table tennis player, Quadri Aruna, has dropped one place in the latest International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) World Rankings, while fellow Nigerian athlete Fatima Bello experienced a modest rise in the women’s category. The ITTF’s week 27 rankings, published on Tuesday, show Aruna moving from 23rd to 24th position globally, despite maintaining his

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