Nigeria vs. South Africa - February 07, 2024

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K. OmeruoB. Osayi-Samuel

120' + 2'

W. Troost-Ekong

120'

117'

N. SibisiZ. Lepasa

115' + 2'

G. Kekana

T. MoffiV. Osimhen

110'

K. IheanachoA. Lookman

102'

J. AriboF. Onyeka

102'

F. Onyeka

101'

90'

T. Mokoena

76'

M. MayambelaS. Xulu

76'

Z. LepasaT. Zwane

W. Troost-Ekong

67'

A. YusufA. Iwobi

62'

S. ChukwuezeM. Simon

62'

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Super Eagles: Okoye’s absence leaves Chelle with 2 goalkeepers in camp - Soccernet NGNigeria's Super Eagles have begun their preparations for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, Soccernet.ng reports.

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LIVE: Inside Super Eagles’ first training ahead of crucial Madagascar clash - Soccernet NGThe Super Eagles will hold their first training session ahead of Friday’s 2027 AFCON qualifier against Madagascar on Tuesday, with Éric Chelle set to begin

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Gift Orban contract: Amedspor set to pay €3m if Super Eagles invitee scores 10 goals - Soccernet NGAmedspor have placed a clear €3 million price tag on Gift Orban’s potential permanent transfer, Soccernet.ng reports.

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Confirmed: Boucher back in Madagascar training ahead of Super Eagles showdown - Soccernet NGEstac Troyes goalkeeper Zacharie Boucher was seen training with the rest of the Madagascar squad ahead of their AFCON 2027 qualifiers clash against the Super

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Super Eagles AFCONQ squad: Nigeria’s 7 most valuable players under Eric Chelle - Soccernet NGNigeria's Super Eagles will begin their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign without Victor Osimhen, but Eric Chelle still has seven players in his

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'Nigeria approached me' - Brentford star reveals why he rejected Super Eagles - Soccernet NGBrentford defender Michael Kayode has revealed that Nigeria approached him before he accepted his first senior Italy call-up, Soccernet.ng reports.

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5 Madagascar players who can hurt Super Eagles in Group L opener - Soccernet NGThe Super Eagles of Nigeria will begin their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign against Madagascar on Friday, September 25, with several Barea

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Super Eagles vs Madagascar: Okonkwo, Premier League contingent among early camp arrivals - Soccernet NGThe Super Eagles are set to take on Madagascar in their opening 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match on Friday, and preparations are already underway,

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Coventry City: Jack Rudoni's love for Afrobeats and Wizkid revealed - Soccernet NGCoventry City midfielder Jack Rudoni may have spent his football career in England, but his taste in music appears to have taken him thousands of miles away,

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Watch: Maduka Okoye vibes with Belén Rodríguez weeks after Cardi B dinner in Italy - Soccernet NGSuper Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye has once again found himself in the spotlight away from football after he was spotted partying with Argentine model and

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Ex-Rangers star explains why Emmanuel Fernandez avoided red against Celtic - Soccernet NGFormer Scotland midfielder Andy Halliday has weighed in on a controversial decision involving Nigerian defender Emmanuel Fernandez during Sunday’s Old Firm

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AFCON 2027 Qualifiers: Martins leads as Madagascar land in Nigeria ahead of clash with Super Eagles - Soccernet NGThe Madagascar national team, led by coach Corentin Martins, have landed in Nigeria ahead of their AFCON Qualifiers clash against the Super Eagles on Friday,

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Ademola Lookman: Simeone sweet-talks Nigerian attacker after limited Madrid-derby minutes - Soccernet NGSuper Eagles attacker Ademola Lookman has received a show of faith from Diego Simeone despite his limited involvement in Atletico Madrid's 2-1 victory over

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Super Eagles star admits he is not 100% fit ahead of Nigeria's AFCON qualifiers - Soccernet NGTolu Arokodare scored two minutes after coming off the bench for Ajax against Excelsior, but the Super Eagles striker admitted afterwards that he is still not

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Onyedika injury update: Will Super Eagles star miss Nigeria’s AFCON qualifiers? - Soccernet NGRaphael Onyedika has received positive news after suffering a late shoulder problem during Eintracht Frankfurt’s 2-2 draw with SC Freiburg in the Bundesliga,

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FIFA U20 World Cup: Mafisere's error proves costly as Colombia dump out Nigeria - Soccernet NGNigeria’s Falconets have crashed out of the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup after a narrow 1-0 defeat to Colombia in their quarter-final clash at the Stadion

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Super Eagles: Chelle calls up Premier League striker to replace Victor Osimhen - Soccernet NGGalatasaray striker Victor Osimhen has been ruled out of the upcoming international break with the Super Eagles of Nigeria due to injury, and coach Eric

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Super Eagles set to lose Premier League star to Italy - Soccernet NGThe Super Eagles of Nigeria are set to lose talented defender Michael Kayode to the Italian senior team, Soccernet.ng reports.

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Venezia coach addresses Akor Adams’ penalty row in defeat to Lazio - Soccernet NGVenezia head coach Giovanni Stroppa has explained why John Yeboah stepped up to take a penalty kick ahead of Nigerian

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Tolu Arokodare: Excelsior coach reveals why Nigerian star is a different player at Ajax  - Soccernet NGSuper Eagles forward Tolu Arokodare continued his impressive start to life at Ajax with another goal in their 2-2 draw against Excelsior on Saturday night,

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Osimhen-less Galatasaray crumble 0-4 to Trabzonspor - "A passionless team" - Soccernet NGSuper Eagles striker Victor Osimhen watched painfully as Galatasaray suffered a humiliating 4-0 defeat to Trabzonspor on Saturday, with CBS pundit Michael

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Super Eagles star reveals secret behind Trabzonspor’s huge 4-0 win over Galatasaray - Soccernet NGChibuike Nwaiwu has revealed the message from new Trabzonspor manager Thomas Reis that helped the team stay focused during their stunning 4-0 victory over

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Ex-Super Eagles coach Gernot Rohr 'steals' 26-goal Nigerian striker for Benin - Soccernet NGFormer Super Eagles coach Gernot Rohr has handed Joseph Ede Oloko his first call-up to the Benin national team after the striker's outstanding season in

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11 goals in 8 games: Super Eagles star Iheanacho equals 12-year-old Bursaspor record - Soccernet NGKelechi Iheanacho has equalled a Bursaspor scoring record after extending his remarkable start to life in Turkey with another brace on Saturday, Soccernet.ng

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Rafiu Durosinmi: Super Eagles striker sets ambitious target after stunning Genk start - Soccernet NGSuper Eagles striker Rafiu Durosinmi has set his sights on a remarkable 20-goal haul after making a stunning start to life at Belgian Pro League side Genk,

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Ademola Lookman: Simeone sends clear message to Super Eagles forward before Real Madrid derby - Soccernet NGSuper Eagles attacker Ademola Lookman has had some demands placed on him by Atletico Madrid coach Diego Simeone ahead of the Madrid derby tomorrow,

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Lookman reveals Super Eagles’ target against Madagascar & Guinea-Bissau - Soccernet NGNigerian forward Ademola Lookman has set a clear objective for the Super Eagles ahead of their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Madagascar and

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Nigeria vs England: Why Fulham star Chibby Nwoko chose the Super Eagles - Soccernet NGChibuzo Chibby Nwoko has chosen Nigeria over England at senior international level, with the Fulham midfielder accepting his first Super Eagles call-up for

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Ademola Lookman reveals what playing a new role is teaching him - Soccernet NGSuper Eagles forward Ademola Lookman has opened up on the changes to his role at Atletico Madrid this season and revealed how he is adapting to the demands of

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Official: Napoli sign Nigeria star - Soccernet NGNapoli Women have officially completed the signing of Nigeria international defender Chidinma Okeke from Mexican club América Femenil, Soccernet.ng reports.

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Ghana 2-4 Nigeria: Adegbuyi, Chidi, Dunstan power Flamingos to derby win at WAFU B - Soccernet NGNigeria’s Flamingos survived a second-half scare to beat Ghana’s Black Maidens 4-2 in their second match at the 2026 WAFU B U17 Girls Cup in Yamoussoukro,

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Bamidele Yusuf: Ferencvaros' hero crowns Celtic Park with emotional Europa League opener - Soccernet NGSuper Eagles hopeful Bamidele Yusuf delivered a one-goal, two-assist Celtic Park masterclass to inspire Ferencvaros' 3-1 UEFA Europa League league-phase

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Victor Osimhen: Ex-Galatasaray coach makes bold claim on Super Eagles striker – “He can be first” - Soccernet NGSuper Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has been publicly ranked among the best forwards in world football by legendary former Galatasaray head coach Fatih Terim,

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Atlético Mineiro: Another Nigerian star join Brazilian giants  - Soccernet NGNigerian youngster Olasunkanmi Abass Ayomide has followed in the footsteps of compatriot Taiwo Alao by completing a move to Brazilian giants Atlético Mineiro,

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England striker reveals 3 reasons Falconets beat them in U20 World Cup quarterfinals - Soccernet NGEngland striker Princess Ademiluyi has expressed her disappointment over her side’s 3–0 loss to Nigeria's Falconets in the round of 16 at the 2026 FIFA U-20

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Nigeria's Falconets learn next opponents at U-20 Women’s World Cup after England win - Soccernet NGNigeria’s Falconets have learned their quarter-final opponents at the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup, with Colombia standing between them and a place in the

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Femi Azeez: What Nigerian star must do before Brighton debut - Soccernet NGBrighton & Hove Albion head coach Fabian Hurzeler has explained what Super Eagles forward Femi Azeez must do to be in contention for his

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Atletico Mineiro sign Nigerian talent - Soccernet NGBrazilian side Atletico Mineiro have completed the signing of youngster Taiwo Maamun Alao from the Nigerian Premier Football League (NPFL), Soccernet.ng

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Falconets coach reveals key to Nigeria’s victory over England - Soccernet NGFalconets head coach Moses Aduku has revealed the major factor that helped Nigeria secure a stunning 3-0 victory over England at the FIFA U-20 Women’s World

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Emmanuel Fernandez: Ex-Rangers forward reveals how Nigerian star can rediscover form - Soccernet NGFormer Rangers and Scotland striker Kevin Kyle has weighed in on Emmanuel Fernandez’s difficult start to the season and has revealed what could help

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Super Eagles: What Portugal's Alverca said after Isaac James' first Nigeria call-up - Soccernet NGIsaac James' first senior Nigeria Super Eagles call-up has been celebrated by his Portuguese club Alverca after the defender earned a place in Eric Chelle's

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Victor Osimhen surprise: Why Eric Chelle still picked injured Super Eagles striker - Soccernet NGVictor Osimhen's inclusion in Eric Chelle's Super Eagles squad for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers came as a surprise, Soccernet.ng reports.

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Super Eagles squad announcement: Osimhen, Nwabali in; Brighton star out as Chelle names AFCON Q roster - Soccernet NGSuper Eagles coach Eric Chelle has officially confirmed his two squads for the September AFCON 2027 qualifiers, and the Russia friendly, and most of the usual

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Super Eagles hopeful opens up on life-changing sacrifice – “I left home at 12” - Soccernet NGSuper Eagles hopeful Bamidele Yusuf has opened up about the difficult childhood and life-changing sacrifice that shaped his journey from Nigeria to European

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AFCON 2027Q: Madagascar unleash Ligue 1 GK, Gift Orban's teammate on Super Eagles - Soccernet NGThe Super Eagles of Nigeria are set to begin their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON 2027) qualifiers later this month with games against Madagascar and

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Falconets thrash England: What Young Lionesses got wrong in 3-0 U-20 World Cup defeat - Soccernet NGFalconets forward Tosin Rafiu opened the scoring as Nigeria dumped England out of the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup with a stunning 3-0 victory in Poland,

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Osimhen injury update: Galatasaray star misses another training session - Soccernet NGVictor Osimhen's hopes of returning for Galatasaray's trip to Trabzon have suffered another setback after the Nigeria striker trained away from the main group

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England 0-3 Nigeria: Uzoma, Rafiu, Akekoromowei fire Falconets into World Cup record books - Soccernet NGNigeria's Falconets produced a superb knockout-stage performance on Thursday, beating England 3-0 in the Round of 16 of the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup in

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Ex-Super Eagles star reveals Osimhen-like quality in Rafiu Durosinmi - Soccernet NGFormer Super Eagles striker Tosin Dosunmu has weighed in on Rafiu Durosinmi’s impressive start to life at Genk and revealed a striking similarity between the

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Super Eagles: Eric Chelle gets Frank Onyeka update after injury scare - Soccernet NGSuper Eagles coach Éric Chelle has received a timely boost regarding Frank Onyeka's fitness ahead of the upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers,

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Super Eagles set for Lagos return as ‘new-look’ stadium takes shape? - Soccernet NGSuper Eagles of Nigeria could be in line for a return to Lagos following the major facelift of the Teslim Balogun Stadium in Surulere, Soccernet.ng reports.

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When will Eric Chelle announce Super Eagles squad vs Madagascar & Guinea-Bissau? - Soccernet NGSuper Eagles head coach Eric Chelle is expected to announce Nigeria’s squad for the upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Madagascar and

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Super Eagles GK Okonkwo ranks among Championship's best in 4 categories - Soccernet NGSuper Eagles goalkeeper Arthur Okonkwo has made an impressive start to life with Charlton Athletic, Soccernet.ng reports.

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Super Eagles star Osayi-Samuel breaks into Championship top three - Soccernet NGSuper Eagles defender Bright Osayi-Samuel has moved into the top three of the EFL Championship’s tackling charts, Soccernet.ng reports.

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Nigeria 5-0 Niger: Flamingos power to big win in WAFU B U17 Cup opener - Soccernet NGNigeria’s Flamingos made a flying start to the 2026 WAFU-B U17 Girls’ Cup on Wednesday, beating Niger Republic 5-0 in Yamoussoukro, Côte d’Ivoire,

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Tolu Arokodare: Dutch legends settle Ajax first-choice striker debate - Soccernet NGSuper Eagles forward Tolu Arokodare has been collectively backed as Ajax's first-choice striker by Dutch football legends Rafael van der Vaart, Wim Kieft and

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Ex-Super Eagles defender identifies key ingredient lacking in modern Nigerian players - Soccernet NGFormer Super Eagles defender Ben Iroha has identified passion as one major difference between Nigeria’s celebrated 1994 generation and the current crop of

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Tolu Arokodare: Ex-PSV star explains why Nigerian star is thriving at Ajax - Soccernet NGFormer PSV Eindhoven defender Jan Wuytens has shared his thoughts on Super Eagles striker Tolu Arokodare’s impressive start to life in the Dutch Eredivisie,

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Taiwo Awoniyi, Chelsea legeng bag qualifications from prestigious UK institution - Soccernet NGSuper Eagles striker Taiwo Awoniyi has completed a prestigious football management course in England, Soccernet.ng reports.

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'He has fever'- Super Eagles worried as Ajax boss confirms Tolu Arokodare illness - Soccernet NGTolu Arokodare's availability for the Super Eagles' September Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers has come under fresh scrutiny after Ajax coach Míchel Sánchez

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Paul Onuachu: Chelle on alert after fresh twist with Super Eagles star at Trabzonspor - Soccernet NGSuper Eagles striker Paul Onuachu has become a concern for coach Éric Chelle once again, amid fresh doubts over his fitness, Soccernet.ng reports.

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First Super Eagles call-up: Eric Chelle opens Nigeria door for Isaac James - Soccernet NGIsaac James is set to receive his first senior Super Eagles call-up after Eric Chelle turned to the 22-year-old Alverca defender, Soccernet.ng reports.

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Victor Osimhen gets Super Eagles call-up as Galatasaray receive AFCON invitation - Soccernet NGGalatasaray have received the formal invitation for Victor Osimhen to join the Super Eagles for Nigeria's opening 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers

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Victor Osimhen: Man Utd, Arsenal, Chelsea? Andy Cole gives verdict on Premier League future - Soccernet NGVictor Osimhen has spent years being linked with a move to the Premier League, Soccernet.ng reports.

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FIFA ends Nigerian mission: Big decision looms over NFF crisis - Soccernet NGWorld football’s governing body, FIFA, has concluded its two-day fact-finding mission to Nigeria that involved meeting with the NFF and the NSC, Soccernet.ng

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Official: FC Porto sign Nigerian wonderkid Abraham Obasi - Soccernet NGFC Porto have signed 18-year-old Nigerian forward Abraham Chibuike Obasi to a professional contract, Soccernet.ng reports.

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Victor Osimhen splashes out on luxury birthday celebration for longtime partner Stefanie Ladewig - Soccernet NGVictor Osimhen has given fans a rare glimpse into his private life after organising an intimate birthday celebration for his longtime partner, Stefanie Kim

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Hurzeler reveals where Nigerian star stands ahead of Man United clash - Soccernet NGBrighton & Hove Albion head coach Fabian Hurzeler has provided an injury update on Nigerian forward Femi Azeez ahead of their Carabao Cup clash against

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Madagascar squad: Martins set to spring surprise on Super Eagles this week - Soccernet NGMadagascar head coach Corentin Martins is set to name two experienced Europe-based players in his squad for the upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers

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Osimhen to Arsenal: Ex-Liverpool GK explains why Nigeria star’s EPL move broke down - Soccernet NGVictor Osimhen has the profile to succeed in the Premier League, but his financial demands helped stop a move to Arsenal, according to former Liverpool and

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Maduka Okoye: Super Eagles GK reveals 3 reasons why Udinese lost to Inter Milan - Soccernet NGSuper Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye was in goal as Udinese surrendered a two-goal lead before losing 5-3 to Inter Milan at San Siro last night, Soccernet.ng

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Gift Orban welcomes Besiktas challenge after Amedspor hat-trick against Basaksehir - Soccernet NGSuper Eagles target Gift Orban has issued a strong challenge to Besiktas ahead of their meeting with Amedspor in the Turkish Super Lig next weekend,

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Super Eagles star faces fresh change at Valencia after major decision - Soccernet NGSuper Eagles forward Umar Sadiq is set to work under a new head coach at Spanish side Valencia after the club parted ways with Carlos Corberan, Soccernet.ng

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Super Eagles star gets Brentford boost ahead of Reading clash - 'In the right place' - Soccernet NGBrentford head coach Keith Andrews has confirmed that Super Eagles defender Benjamin Fredrick is expected to feature against Reading in Tuesday’s Carabao Cup

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Reading vs Brentford: Surgery stops son of ex-Super Eagles star - "Frustrating for him" - Soccernet NGBrentford striker Kaye Furo has been ruled out of Tuesday's Carabao Cup meeting with Reading after suffering an injury that required surgery, Soccernet.ng

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Super Eagles star makes Premier League Team of the Week - Soccernet NGFormer Republic of Ireland striker Clinton Morrison has named Super Eagles defender Calvin Bassey in his Team of the Week for gameweek four, Soccernet.ng

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Tolu Arokodare: Ajax legend singles out Super Eagles striker’s biggest strength - Soccernet NGSuper Eagles striker Tolu Arokodare has earned praise from former Ajax midfielder Marciano Vink after making an impressive start to his loan spell at the

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Buruk reveals what Galatasaray missed in Osimhen’s absence – “He could have easily scored 2-3 goals” - Soccernet NGGalatasaray head coach Okan Buruk has revealed what his side missed about Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen in their narrow 1-0 win over Kocaelispor on

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Nigeria in, Ghana out: How African teams performed at 2026 U-20 Women’s World Cup - Soccernet NGNigeria will carry Africa’s hopes into the knockout stage of the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup after the Falconets survived a difficult start and finished

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Ryan Alebiosu: Blackburn Rovers issue injury update on Super Eagles defender - Soccernet NGSuper Eagles defender Ryan Alebiosu was forced off in Blackburn Rovers' Championship win over Millwall at Ewood Park on Saturday, Soccernet.ng reports.

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Ranking Super Eagles' best stars of the weekend: Iheanacho 2nd, Bassey 5th - Soccernet NGSeveral Super Eagles stars produced strong performances across Europe and beyond over the weekend of September 11th to 13th, Soccernet.ng reports.

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Nigeria set new World Cup record as Falconets demolish New Caledonia 10-1 - Soccernet NGNigeria’s under-20 women’s national team, the Falconets, demolished New Caledonia 9–1 in their final group fixture of the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup,

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Konyaspor coach explains plan that frustrated Onuachu in Trabzonspor win - Soccernet NGKonyaspor head coach İlhan Palut has explained how his side managed to contain the threat of Super Eagles striker Paul Onuachu in their 1-0 win over

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Premier League to ban Super Eagles star after Brighton mistake - Soccernet NGSuper Eagles forward Taiwo Awoniyi faces a three-match Premier League ban after being sent off for Coventry City against Brighton & Hove Albion on Sunday,

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Samuel Chukwueze: Amorim explains what could change for Nigerian star - Soccernet NGAC Milan head coach Ruben Amorim has explained how Samuel Chukwueze’s role could change at the club as he considers playing the

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Rafiu Durosinmi reveals secret behind red-hot form after reaching 5-goal mark - Soccernet NGSuper Eagles striker Rafiu Durosinmi has revealed the secret behind his sensational start to life at Genk after taking his Belgian Pro League tally to five

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Taiwo Awoniyi: Newcastle legend Shearer bemoans striker's red card vs Brighton - Soccernet NGSuper Eagles striker Taiwo Awoniyi has received backing from Newcastle United legend Alan Shearer after his controversial red card during Coventry City’s

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Zaidu Sanusi: Ex-Porto boss explains what makes Super Eagles star special - Soccernet NGSérgio Conceição has praised Zaidu Sanusi’s pace and ability to cover the left side of the pitch, recalling why he pushed for the Nigerian defender during his

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Super Eagles target scores 8.3 rating as Al-Ittihad overtake Ronaldo's Al-Nassr at the top - Soccernet NGSuper Eagles hopeful George Ilenikhena produced another impressive display for Al-Ittihad as the Saudi Arabian club moved to the top of the Roshn Saudi League

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Fulham coach addresses Iwobi’s social media outburst — “The most important thing” - Soccernet NGFulham head coach Alvaro Arbeloa has reacted to rumours of a rift within the squad following the club’s disappointing start to the new season, with

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Lookman: Atalanta new signing reveals private conversation with Super Eagles star - Soccernet NGJonathan Rowe has revealed that Ademola Lookman played an unexpected part in his decision to join Atalanta, Soccernet.ng reports.

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Ex-Chelsea star reveals why Victor Osimhen stands out - Soccernet NGFormer Chelsea and Spain forward Alvaro Morata has explained the quality that makes Super Eagles and Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen different from other

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Sani Suleman: Real reason Flying Eagles star left RB Leipzig for Al-Qadsiah - Soccernet NGFlying Eagles star Sani Suleman has left RB Leipzig for Saudi Pro League side Al-Qadsiah, with his adviser Emmanuel Terngu revealing the real reason behind

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Calvin Bassey breaks silence on Fulham’s winless start under Arbeloa - Soccernet NGSuper Eagles defender Calvin Bassey has opened up on Fulham’s difficult start under new manager Álvaro Arbeloa after the London club suffered defeats in each

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Brighton coach reveals when Femi Azeez could make debut - Soccernet NGBrighton & Hove Albion head coach Fabian Hurzeler has provided an update on the fitness of Super Eagles forward Femi Azeez ahead of their clash against

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Ex-Chelsea man Morata names Osimhen among world’s three best strikers - Soccernet NGFormer Chelsea striker Álvaro Morata has placed Victor Osimhen among the three best strikers in world football, Soccernet.ng reports.

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Nigeria's Falconets earn first U-20 World Cup point vs China PR as Spain win 11-0 - Soccernet NGNigeria's Falconets kept their 2026 FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup campaign alive after a goalless draw with China PR at Arena Sosnowiec in Poland, Soccernet.ng

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Victor Osimhen: Galatasaray rue striker's absence in Sporting loss – "A weak team" - Soccernet NGSuper Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has seen Galatasaray's 3-1 UEFA Champions League opening defeat at Sporting CP attributed to his absence, Soccernet.ng

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Emmanuel Fernandez: Rangers employee slams Super Eagles defender after costly error - Soccernet NGSuper Eagles defender Emmanuel Fernandez has come under fresh criticism after making a costly error during Rangers’ 1-0 Scottish Premiership victory over St

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Dele-Bashiru injury update: Positive Super Eagles news for Lazio midfielder - Soccernet NGSuper Eagles midfielder Fisayo Dele-Bashiru is closing in on a return from injury, with Lazio hoping he can rejoin team training before Saturday's Serie A

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Confirmed: Semi Ajayi left behind as Hull City terminate Nigeria star's contract - Soccernet NGSuper Eagles defender Semi Ajayi is now the only Nigerian star left in Hull City's first team squad following the departure of compatriot David Akintola,

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Ola Aina breaks silence on Nottingham Forest’s slow start under Glasner - Soccernet NGSuper Eagles defender Ola Aina has opened up on Nottingham Forest’s difficult start to the new Premier League season under Oliver Glasner, Soccernet.ng reports.

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Super Eagles star faces Turkish Super Lig ban before Trabzonspor vs Galatasaray clash - Soccernet NGTrabzonspor are set to host Süper Lig champions Galatasaray at Papara Park in two weeks, and there is a possibility that none of the three Super Eagles

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Super Eagles defender Fernandez reacts after facing Dessers-like criticism at Rangers - Soccernet NGSuper Eagles defender Emmanuel Fernandez has admitted he needs to improve after coming under criticism at Rangers, with the Nigerian facing a level of

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Femi Azeez: What has impressed Brighton coach about Nigerian star - Soccernet NGBrighton & Hove Albion head coach Fabian Hürzeler has revealed the qualities he likes most about Super Eagles winger Femi Azeez, Soccernet.ng reports.

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Iwobi's deleted Instagram posts: What Super Eagles & Fulham fans need to know after Palace defeat - Soccernet NGAlex Iwobi has become the centre of a social-media story at Fulham after appearing to remove Fulham-related posts from his Instagram account, Soccernet.ng

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Ola Aina reacts to Taiwo Awoniyi's Coventry City transfer: "I'm alone now" - Soccernet NGOla Aina says Taiwo Awoniyi’s departure from Nottingham Forest has left him feeling like the club’s only Nigerian, Soccernet.ng reports.

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Emmanuel Fernandez addresses criticism after slow start to Rangers season - Soccernet NGSuper Eagles and Rangers defender Emmanuel Fernandez has responded to criticism of his performances following his slow start to the 2026-27

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Ola Aina reveals big ambition with Nottingham Forest - Soccernet NGSuper Eagles defender Ola Aina has opened up about his ambition for the 2026-27 season with Nottingham Forest under head coach Oliver

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Transfer: Super Eagles star caught between Inter Milan and Fulham - Soccernet NGFulham are considering a new contract for Super Eagles defender Calvin Bassey as they look to keep him at the club despite interest from Inter Milan,

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Ex-Super Eagles coach to lead Super Falcons for October Olympic qualifiers - Report - Soccernet NGFormer Super Eagles coach Augustine Eguavoen will lead the Super Falcons for their upcoming 2028 Olympics double-header against Comoros, Soccernet.ng reports.

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Kelechi Iheanacho: Super Eagles star breaks historic career record at Bursaspor - Soccernet NGSuper Eagles striker Kelechi Iheanacho has continued his fine scoring form for Bursaspor since arriving in the summer transfer window, Soccernet.ng reports.

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Super Falcons star suffers season-ending injury after World Cup heartbreak - Soccernet NGSuper Falcons midfielder Deborah Abiodun has suffered another setback after Nigeria’s heartbreaking failure to qualify for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup,

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Super Eagles know next European foes as Nigeria face former World Cup hosts - Soccernet NGThe Super Eagles will face Russia in an international friendly on Tuesday, October 6, giving Nigeria another chance to test itself against a European

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6 Super Eagles stars who could make a January comeback - Soccernet NGBeing without a club can quickly push a footballer out of the national-team picture. That is especially true for Nigeria's Super Eagles where competition for

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Done deal: Nigerian winger quits RB Leipzig for Saudi's Al-Qadsiah - Soccernet NGYoung Nigerian winger Suleman Sani has completed his surprise move from RB Leipzig to Saudi Pro League club Al-Qadsiah, Soccernet.ng reports.

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Barcelona, Fiorentina stars shine as Spain defeat Nigeria 2-0 - Soccernet NGNigeria's Super Falconets began their 2026 FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup campaign with a disappointing 2-0 defeat to 2022 champions Spain on Monday,

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Trabzonspor coach reveals possible return date for Paul Onuachu - Soccernet NGTrabzonspor interim head coach Huseyin Cimsir has provided an update on the injury situation of Super Eagles striker Paul Onuachu, giving a positive

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Confirmed: Super Eagles coach Chelle invites ex-Arsenal lad for AFCON 2027 qualifiers - Soccernet NGArthur Okonkwo’s return to the Super Eagles squad is now confirmed, giving Eric Chelle another goalkeeper option ahead of Nigeria’s opening 2027 Africa Cup of

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Super Eagles coach makes bold Rangers prediction after 1-1 CAF CL draw against Sobemap - Soccernet NGSuper Eagles assistant coach and Rangers International head coach Fidelis Ilechukwu has backed his side to beat AS Sobemap in the second leg of their CAF

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Tolu Arokodare: Why Ajax coach was displeased despite striker’s goal vs PSV - Soccernet NGSuper Eagles striker Tolu Arokodare scored in Ajax's 1-3 loss to PSV over the weekend, but his performance looked to have gotten on the bad side of the club's

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No Osimhen, no Galatasaray? Ex-Real Madrid star predicts UCL opener against Sporting CP - Soccernet NGSuper Eagles striker Victor Osimhen is currently suffering a serious groin injury and will not play a part in Galatasaray's UEFA Champions League opener

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Super Eagles weekend ratings: Osimhen 4th, Onuachu 2nd - Soccernet NGThe first weekend of September produced several strong performances from Super Eagles stars around the world, Soccernet.ng reports.

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Ademola Lookman: Former Arsenal star criticises Super Eagles forward after Atletico Madrid defeat - Soccernet NGSuper Eagles forward Ademola Lookman didn't have the best game over the weekend as Atletico Madrid lost to Athletic Club and has come under criticism from

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Confirmed: Osimhen ruled out of Super Eagles' September AFCON qualifiers - Soccernet NGVictor Osimhen will miss Nigeria's opening Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau after Galatasaray confirmed that the striker

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"Reminiscent of Diomande" - Daniel Job tipped to shine at FC Dallas after record-breaking transfer - Soccernet NGNigerian attacker Daniel Job has completed a transfer to US club FC Dallas in a deal worth €4.5 million, Soccernet.ng reports.

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Emmanuel Fernandez identifies what Rangers must improve despite Motherwell win - Soccernet NGNigerian defender Emmanuel Fernandez has revealed the key area Rangers must improve despite their narrow 1-0 win over Motherwell in the Scottish Premiership

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‘It is my blood, it is my soul’: How six buses carried Shooting Stars’ faithful to Abeokuta - Soccernet NGShooting Stars had just beaten Tunisia's CS Sfaxien 1-0, their first continental win, and Lucky Emmanuel's goal their first continental goal, since the club's

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Shooting Stars vs Sfaxien exposed Nigerian football's uncomfortable distance from its fans - Soccernet NGShooting Stars had returned to continental football after 27 years. It is an occasion that should have carried the weight of history, yet large portions of

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Ilenikhena 8.1, Ronaldo 6.7: Super Eagles target steals the show in thrilling Al Ittihad win - Soccernet NGGeorge Ilenikhena produced a performance to remember as Al-Ittihad beat Cristiano Ronaldo's Al-Nassr 2-1 in the Saudi Pro League on Saturday, Soccernet.ng

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Tunde Akinsola: Why Nigerian winger turned down England, France to join Cercle Brugge - Soccernet NGNigerian winger Tunde Akinsola has completed a permanent move to Belgian Pro League side Cercle Brugge from Portuguese club AVS Futebol SAD, Soccernet.ng

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Victor Osimhen: Galatasaray warned over striker's injury – “Running on gas” - Soccernet NGSuper Eagles striker Victor Osimhen picked up an injury last night, and former Beşiktaş midfielder Sinan Engin has warned Galatasaray over their management of

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Victor Osimhen: Galatasaray given two-hour warning to replace injured Super Eagles star - Soccernet NGGalatasaray have been urged to make an immediate move for Istanbul Başakşehir striker Eldor Shomurodov after Victor Osimhen suffered a groin injury in

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Galatasaray coach addresses Victor Osimhen injury concern - Soccernet NGGalatasaray head coach Okan Buruk has provided an update on the injury situation of Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen following Friday night's hard fought

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Olisa Ndah: Why Super Eagles star picked Al Shomooa over Sundowns - Soccernet NGSuper Eagles defender Olisa Ndah has completed a move to Libyan side Al Shomooa after leaving South African club Stellenbosch FC at the end of the 2025–26

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Super Eagles: Odemwingie takes swipe at Troost-Ekong over Nigeria's captaincy - "Old glory" - Soccernet NGFormer Super Eagles striker Peter Odemwingie has criticised William Troost-Ekong’s continued captaincy of Nigeria while the defender was playing in Saudi

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Why Istanbul Basaksehir are Victor Osimhen's favourite opponents - Soccernet NGVictor Osimhen continued his remarkable scoring run against İstanbul Başakşehir before an injury forced him off during Galatasaray's 3-2 victory in the

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Odemwingie – Why I left West Brom for a smaller club - Soccernet NGFormer Super Eagles forward Peter Odemwingie has opened up on the circumstances behind his controversial departure from West Bromwich Albion and why he was

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Victor Osimhen risks missing Super Eagles' September AFCON 2027 Qualifiers - Soccernet NGSuper Eagles striker Victor Osimhen could miss Nigeria’s upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers later this month, Soccernet.ng reports.

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Super Eagles: Lampard delivers major Frank Onyeka injury update ahead of AFCON qualifiers - Soccernet NGSuper Eagles midfielder Frank Onyeka has been out of action for Coventry City since their opening Premier League fixture against Arsenal, Soccernet.ng reports.

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Trabzonspor receive fresh offer for Paul Onuachu: Full breakdown of the bid - Soccernet NGTurkish Cup winners Trabzonspor have received a fresh offer for Super Eagles striker Paul Onuachu from a Saudi Pro League club as interest in his services

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Nigeria star to face Arsenal, Man City, Real Madrid after making Inter Milan history - Soccernet NGNigeria midfielder Toni Payne has helped Inter Milan reach the UEFA Women's Champions League league phase for the first time, Soccernet.ng reports.

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Official: Super Eagles invitee leaves Udinese for Genoa - Soccernet NGFormer Super Eagles invitee Kingsley Ehizibue has officially joined Genoa as a free agent after leaving Udinese at the end of the 2025/26 Serie A season,

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Official: Crystal Palace complete move for Nigerian goalkeeper - Soccernet NGEnglish top-flight club Crystal Palace have completed the signing of Nigerian goalkeeper Comfort Erhabor, Soccernet.ng reports.

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Super Eagles: Ex-Rangers star takes swipe at Emmanuel Fernandez after costly Falkirk errors - Soccernet NGSuper Eagles and Rangers defender Emmanuel Fernandez has again come under scrutiny after Alejandro Bedoya took a swipe at the three-cap Nigerian following his

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Official: Nigeria youngster Orakpo leaves OGC Nice to join Etebo at Gençlerbirliği - Soccernet NGNigeria youngster Victor Orakpo has left French club OGC Nice to join Turkish side Gençlerbirliği on loan, giving the highly rated forward another chance to

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Venezia coach explains key area Akor Adams must improve - Soccernet NGVenezia head coach Giovanni Stroppa has explained the key areas Super Eagles striker Akor Adams must improve following the club's 2-1 defeat to Udinese in the

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Trabzonspor chief breaks silence on Paul Onuachu’s future - Soccernet NGTrabzonspor president Ertuğrul Doğan has shared an update on the future of Super Eagles forward Paul Onuachu amid rumours linking the striker with a potential

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Ex-Super Eagles star questions Akor Adams' Venezia move - Soccernet NGFormer Super Eagles defender Sam Sodje has questioned Akor Adams’ decision to leave Sevilla for newly promoted Serie A club Venezia, Soccernet.ng reports.

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Ranking Super Eagles' greatest ever captains: Okocha 3rd, Mikel 6th - Soccernet NGNigeria Super Eagles' history is filled with captains who led teams through very different eras, Soccernet.ng reports.