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25/03/2026

D’Tigress Set for Historic Clash Against LA Sparks in U.S. Exhibition

Nigeria’s women's national basketball team, D'Tigress, is set to make history when they face WNBA side Los Angeles Sparks on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at Viejas Arena in San Diego.

The exhibition fixture, scheduled for 12 p.m. local time, marks the Sparks’ preseason opener and their first appearance in San Diego since 2010. More significantly, it will see D’Tigress become the first African national team to take on a WNBA franchise, a major milestone for the global women’s game.

U.S
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Nigeria’s women's national basketball team, D'Tigress, is set to make history when they face WNBA side Los Angeles Sparks on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at

25/03/2026

Super Eagles Camp Opens in Turkey Amid Chelle's Contract Uncertainty

The Nigerian national football team has officially kicked off preparations for the March international window, with head coach Éric Chelle and his technical crew arriving in Antalya, Turkey, even as contract negotiations with the Nigeria Football Federation remain unresolved.

Chelle, alongside assistants Daniel Ogunmodede and Fidelis Ilechukwu, landed in Istanbul on Tuesday before making their way to the team’s training base. Players are expected to arrive in batches, with the full 23-man
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The training camp represents a crucial phase for the Super Eagles as they look to refine tactics and build cohesion following their 2025 AFCON qualification

25/03/2026

Shehu Dikko Pushes for Urgent NFF Reforms as Governance Debate Intensifies

Nigeria’s football administration is once again in the spotlight following a strong call for reform by Shehu Dikko, Chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC), who has described the current Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) statutes as outdated and inadequate for modern football governance.

Speaking at the NFF’s Extraordinary General Assembly in Yenagoa, Dikko did not hold back, stressing that the federation’s 2010 statutes are no longer aligned with the realities of today’s glo
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Nigeria’s football administration is once again in the spotlight following a strong call for reform by Shehu Dikko, Chairman of the National Sports Commission

25/03/2026

Nigeria Women Crush Ghana by 136 Runs in Patricia Kambarami Cup

Nigeria Women produced a ruthless display to dismantle Ghana Women by 136 runs in the ongoing Patricia Kambarami Cup at the Tafawa Balewa Square Cricket Oval.

The emphatic victory saw Nigeria post 159/4 in their allotted 20 overs before bowling Ghana out for just 23 runs in 10.4 overs, marking the heaviest defeat of the tournament so far.

Disciplined Batting Sets the Platform

Batting first, the Female Yellow Greens built their innings on collective discipline rather than individual bril
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Nigeria Women produced a ruthless display to dismantle Ghana Women by 136 runs in the ongoing Patricia Kambarami Cup at the Tafawa Balewa Square Cricket Oval.

25/03/2026

Chiamaka Nnadozie the Wall: Super Falcons Star Shines in Brighton–Liverpool Stalemate

Nigerian shot-stopper Chiamaka Nnadozie delivered another elite performance, producing three crucial saves to help Brighton & Hove Albion Women secure a 0-0 draw against Liverpool FC Women in the Barclays Women’s Super League.

The 25-year-old, a three-time CAF Women’s Goalkeeper of the Year, stood tall at Broadfield Stadium, ensuring her side walked away with a valuable point.

Brighton Dominates, But Finishing Lets Them Down

Brighton controlled much of the contest, enjoying 53%
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Nigerian shot-stopper Chiamaka Nnadozie delivered another elite performance, producing three crucial saves to help Brighton & Hove Albion Women secure a

24/03/2026

Gamble on the Weser: How Werder Bremen’s 'Calculated Risk' on Victor Boniface Fell Short

The "calculated risk" has officially failed to compute. Werder Bremen sporting director Clemens Fritz has broken his silence on the club's underwhelming acquisition of Victor Boniface, conceding that the marquee loan move from Bayer Leverkusen has been a definitive disappointment.

Once viewed as the catalyst to ignite Bremen’s frontline, the 25-year-old Nigerian international has instead become a symbol of missed opportunities at the Weserstadion. Fritz revealed to Mopo that the board's rat
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The "calculated risk" has officially failed to compute. Werder Bremen sporting director Clemens Fritz has broken his silence on the club's underwhelming

24/03/2026

Super Eagles Touch Down in Antalya as Chelle Begins Tournament Preparations

The Nigeria national football team has arrived in Antalya, Turkey, officially kicking off preparations for the upcoming four-nation invitational tournament during the March international window.

Coaches and officials, led by head coach Eric Chelle, initially landed in Istanbul before making their way to the team’s base, while players are expected to report to camp before the end of Tuesday.

Tournament Relocated from Jordan

Originally scheduled to be held in Amman, Jordan, the competit
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24/03/2026

Victor Osimhen Reacts After Successful Arm Surgery, Vows Galatasaray Will Win The Title

Victor Osimhen has spoken for the first time after undergoing surgery on a fractured right forearm in Istanbul, delivering a message that could lift spirits at Galatasaray during a crucial stage of the season.

The Nigerian striker sustained the injury during a UEFA Champions League clash against Liverpool FC, forcing him to leave the pitch and undergo immediate medical treatment.

The procedure, led by club doctor Yener İnce, was confirmed to be successful. Surgeons inserted a plate in his
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23/03/2026

The Flying Antelopes Clipped: Rangers Miss Golden Ticket in Goaless Stalemate

The stage was perfectly set for a takeover. With Rivers United uncharacteristically dropping points earlier in the weekend, the door to the summit wasn't just open—it was off the hinges. All Rangers International had to do was find a single spark of brilliance at the Cathedral.

Instead, the "Flying Antelopes" found their wings clipped by a disciplined and defiant Kwara United, leaving the Enugu faithful frustrated after a 0-0 draw that felt more like a defeat.

Coming into the match, the
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23/03/2026

The Oga Boys Cast a Giant Shadow: Ikorodu City Stuns Rivers United in Mobolaji Johnson Thriller

The script for Sunday’s clash at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena seemed written before the first whistle. On one side, the formidable Rivers United, perched comfortably at the summit of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) and boasting one of the most disciplined defenses in the country. On the other, the resilient newcomers, Ikorodu City, fighting to prove they belong in the top flight.

But as the old football adage goes: the league table doesn’t play the match. In a display of tactical
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23/03/2026

Super Eagles Legend Oliseh Praises City Stars In Carabao Cup Triumph

Manchester City lifted the 2026 Carabao Cup with a commanding 2-0 victory over Arsenal at Wembley, thanks to a second-half masterclass from their creative stars, according to Super Eagles legend Sunday Oliseh.

While 21-year-old Nico O’Reilly grabbed the headlines with a quick-fire brace, Oliseh highlighted the decisive contributions of Jeremy Doku, Rayan Cherki, and Bernardo Silva in controlling the game.

“Big statement made by Manchester City to win the Carabao Cup. Man City's creative pl
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20/03/2026

GLASGOW 2026: Iconic Hydro To Host Commonwealth Games Opening Ceremony, Launches Search For 700 Enthusiastic And Energetic Volunteer Cast Members

The eyes of the Commonwealth are turning to Glasgow as the city prepares to rewrite the history books. In a bold departure from tradition, the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games has officially announced that its Opening Ceremony will be hosted within the iconic walls of The Hydro.

For the first time in the history of the Games, the curtain-raiser will move from the sprawling grass of a stadium to the intimate, high-octane environment of a world-class arena, promising an immersive and electric ex
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