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The Super Eagles secured a resounding 12-0 victory against a Dubai Club in a friendly match as part of their preparations for AFCON 2023.

The Super Eagles of Nigeria dominated a local football club in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, with a commanding 12-0 victory in a friendly match on Sunday, January 7. Under the guidance of coach Jose Peseiro, the team took a commanding 6-0 lead at halftime, with Ademola Lookman netting four goals and Victor Osimhen securing…

AFCON 2023: Victor Osimhen expresses confidence in the Super Eagles, stating, “I believe in this group,” emphasizing the team’s potential to conquer Africa once again.

Nigeria’s Super Eagles and Napoli’s star striker, Victor Osimhen, is optimistic about the team’s chances of winning the title at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. Although Nigeria last clinched the continental championship in South Africa in 2013, the three-time champions faced an early exit in the Round of 16 two years ago against Tunisia’s…

Mario Zagallo, the sole surviving member of the Brazil team that secured the 1958 World Cup trophy, has passed away at the age of 92.

At the age of 92, Mario Zagallo, the last surviving member of the Brazil team that clinched the 1958 World Cup trophy, has passed away. The Brazilian soccer confederation president, Ednaldo Rodrigues, confirmed his death in a statement on Saturday, December 6, expressing condolences and describing Zagallo as one of the sport’s greatest legends. “We…

Anthony Joshua has reached an agreement to go head-to-head with Francis Ngannou in Saudi Arabia.

Former heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua is set to step into the boxing ring with MMA sensation Francis Ngannou later this year. Eddie Hearn, Joshua’s promoter, officially announced the matchup on his social media account. Ngannou made waves in his professional boxing debut by knocking down WBC heavyweight champion Tyson Fury last October. Although Fury managed…

Muhammad Wilkerson, renowned NFL player, apprehended on charges of driving under the influence with a loaded firearm in his vehicle.

Once again, former NFL star Muhammad Wilkerson finds himself in legal trouble, having been arrested by police for allegedly driving under the influence with a loaded firearm concealed beneath his car seat. Wilkerson’s encounter with law enforcement occurred in Morris County, New Jersey, on December 22 at 6:41 AM. During the traffic stop, officers noted…

“Napoli Chief expresses joy” — Delight as Victor Osimhen signs contract extension.

Napoli director, Mauro Meluso, expresses his elation following the confirmation of Victor Osimhen’s new contract with the club. Club President Aurelio De Laurentiis officially announced the contract extension on Saturday afternoon, December 23, binding Osimhen to Napoli until June 2026. The Nigeria international will enjoy a significant salary increase under the terms of the new…

Aston Villa is expressing interest in acquiring the services of Super Eagles striker Kelechi Iheanacho.

Aston Villa, a Premier League club, is reportedly eyeing a move to sign Super Eagles striker Kelechi Iheanacho. Online reports suggest that Aston Villa is considering making a bid for the in-form Nigeria international during the upcoming January transfer window. With just six months left on his current contract, Iheanacho will be eligible to engage…

As of the conclusion of 2023, Nigeria’s Super Eagles rank as the sixth-best team in Africa.

In the culmination of 2023, Nigeria’s Super Eagles secured the sixth position in Africa and were ranked 42nd globally in the latest FIFA monthly standings. Throughout the year, the Naija stars encountered only one defeat but notched up four victories and three draws. Meanwhile, Morocco maintained its top spot in Africa, holding onto the 13th…

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