Category: Sports
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The 2025/26 Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) Premiership season commenced on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, with an action-packed Matchday One that produced goals, late drama, and early statements across nine centres nationwide. The curtain-raiser at the Samson Siasia Stadium in Yenagoa lived up to its billing as defending champions Bayelsa Queens claimed a dramatic…
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Egor Local Government emerged as the standout team on the opening weekend of the Benin Unity Cup, which kicked off on Friday. Egor LG defeated Uhunmwode LG 5–1 in the opening match, watched by the sponsor, Senator Neda Imasuen, and other dignitaries at the Crescent FC Sports Complex, Irhirhi, Benin City. In another tightly contested…
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The captain of the Super Eagles of Nigeria, William Troost-Ekong, has confirmed that the team boycotted training on Tuesday over unpaid allowances and bonuses. The players failed to participate in training ahead of their crucial FIFA World Cup qualifier play-off, as they awaited the resolution of outstanding payments. In a tweet on Tuesday, Troost-Ekong stated…
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Osimhen, who broke two records and made history, gives his first statement. Victor Osimhen, who scored 2 goals in the Champions League match against Bodo/Glimt and broke two records, spoke after the match, saying, “We achieved a very important victory. I want to thank everyone; I am not breaking these records alone. We will continue…
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Super Eagles Technical Director and interim coach, Augustine Eguavoen, has addressed widespread rumours suggesting he is being positioned to replace current head coach Eric Chelle. Speaking ahead of Nigeria’s crucial 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier against Libya, Eguavoen dismissed the claims as “false” and “deeply hurtful,” expressing disappointment over what he described as…
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Football fans and aspiring athletes in Edo State have a reason to celebrate as team registration for the inaugural edition of Edo Liga is officially open! This historic grassroots football tournament aims to unite teams from Edo South, Edo Central, and Edo North under one clear vision: “No to Cultism and No to Irregular Migration.”…
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In 1978, seven young athletes from Edo College, Benin City, were captured in a powerful moment of focus and pride — running barefoot during a warm-up session at Motspur Park, South-West London. The black-and-white photo, now a rare historical gem, freezes more than just motion; it tells a story of discipline, heritage, and the unbreakable…
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Nigerian football star and Super Eagles striker, Victor Osimhen, has captured the hearts of fans worldwide after penning a heartfelt message to celebrate his daughter’s third birthday. Currently playing for Galatasaray, Osimhen shared an emotional post dedicated to his little girl, calling her “the light that brightens my world and the sweetest blessing God has given…
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Nasarawa United continued their impressive start to the 2025/26 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season with a stunning 1-0 away victory over Bendel Insurance on Matchday 7 at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, Benin City. The Solid Miners sealed the win thanks to a dramatic late strike by substitute Garba Mohammed, who found the back of…
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Edo people are celebrating in grand style as Ema Odiase, the unstoppable boxing lion from Edo State, delivered another powerful victory in the ring. The champ spoke with his fists, securing a win that has not only thrilled his fans but also placed Edo firmly on the global sporting map. The Crown Prince of Benin…