2025 AFCON Qualifiers: Osimhen, Lookman Shine as Nigeria Defeats Benin 3-0
Ademola Lookman scored twice, and Victor Osimhen added another as Nigeria’s Super Eagles secured a 3-0 win against Benin Republic in an AFCON qualifier. The victory puts Nigeria at the top of Group D ahead of their next match against Rwanda on September 10.
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Ademola Lookman scored twice, and Victor Osimhen added another as Nigeria’s Super Eagles secured a 3-0 win against Benin Republic in an AFCON qualifier. The victory puts Nigeria at the top of Group D ahead of their next match against Rwanda on September 10.
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Jude Bellingham Launches YouTube Channel After Ronaldo
Jude Bellingham has launched his own YouTube channel, where he will release a weekly behind-the-scenes documentary of his first year in Spain, starting September 12. The England star, who won LaLiga and the Champions League with Real Madrid, has already gained 291,000 subscribers. He is also a nominee for this year’s Ballon d’Or.
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Jude Bellingham has launched his own YouTube channel, where he will release a weekly behind-the-scenes documentary of his first year in Spain, starting September 12. The England star, who won LaLiga and the Champions League with Real Madrid, has already gained 291,000 subscribers. He is also a nominee for this year’s Ballon d’Or.
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Mikel Reveals Why Chelsea Missed Out on Osimhen Deal
Former Chelsea midfielder Mikel Obi revealed that the club was close to signing Victor Osimhen before the deal fell through in the final hours of the summer transfer window. Despite reports, Mikel dismissed wage demands as the reason for the failed transfer, explaining that paperwork, medicals, and timing were the main issues.
Both sides had reached a compromise, and Osimhen was “disappointed” when the move collapsed. Mikel remains optimistic about a future transfer, stating that both Chelsea and Osimhen are still interested in a potential deal. Osimhen has since joined Galatasaray on a season-long loan.
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Former Chelsea midfielder Mikel Obi revealed that the club was close to signing Victor Osimhen before the deal fell through in the final hours of the summer transfer window. Despite reports, Mikel dismissed wage demands as the reason for the failed transfer, explaining that paperwork, medicals, and timing were the main issues.
Both sides had reached a compromise, and Osimhen was “disappointed” when the move collapsed. Mikel remains optimistic about a future transfer, stating that both Chelsea and Osimhen are still interested in a potential deal. Osimhen has since joined Galatasaray on a season-long loan.
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Super Eagles Held to Goalless Draw by Rwanda in AFCON Qualifier
Nigeria’s Super Eagles were held to a 0-0 draw by Rwanda in their 2025 AFCON qualifying match on Tuesday. Despite several attempts by Osimhen, Lookman, and other key players, the Rwandan goalkeeper’s stellar performance kept the game scoreless. The draw brings Nigeria’s points tally in the group to four, following their 3-0 win over Benin Republic on Saturday.
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Nigeria’s Super Eagles were held to a 0-0 draw by Rwanda in their 2025 AFCON qualifying match on Tuesday. Despite several attempts by Osimhen, Lookman, and other key players, the Rwandan goalkeeper’s stellar performance kept the game scoreless. The draw brings Nigeria’s points tally in the group to four, following their 3-0 win over Benin Republic on Saturday.
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Eguavoen quits as Super Eagles interim coach after draw in Rwanda
Augustine Eguavoen has stepped aside as the interim coach of the Super Eagles, OwnGoalNigeria reports.
According to Eguavoen, his mandate was for two games.
The technical director of the Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, was brought in after attempts to hire a substantive head coach for the national team failed.
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Augustine Eguavoen has stepped aside as the interim coach of the Super Eagles, OwnGoalNigeria reports.
According to Eguavoen, his mandate was for two games.
The technical director of the Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, was brought in after attempts to hire a substantive head coach for the national team failed.
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Nigeria and Mali Advance to U-18 Afrobasket Semifinals
Nigeria’s J’Tigress secured a spot in the U-18 Afrobasket semifinals after defeating Egypt 66-51 in Pretoria. This victory avenged their earlier loss to Egypt. Mali also advanced, overpowering Rwanda 86-57 in their quarterfinal match. Next, Nigeria faces Uganda, while Mali takes on Cameroon in the semifinals.
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Nigeria’s J’Tigress secured a spot in the U-18 Afrobasket semifinals after defeating Egypt 66-51 in Pretoria. This victory avenged their earlier loss to Egypt. Mali also advanced, overpowering Rwanda 86-57 in their quarterfinal match. Next, Nigeria faces Uganda, while Mali takes on Cameroon in the semifinals.
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FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup: Nigeria Exits After 2-1 Loss to Japan
Nigeria’s Falconets have been eliminated from the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup in Colombia after a 2-1 defeat by Japan. Olushola Sobowale scored Nigeria’s only goal late in the match, while Japan secured their victory with goals from Miyu Matsunaga and Maya Hijjikati. The loss marks another early exit for the Falconets, who haven’t advanced beyond this round since 2014.
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Nigeria’s Falconets have been eliminated from the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup in Colombia after a 2-1 defeat by Japan. Olushola Sobowale scored Nigeria’s only goal late in the match, while Japan secured their victory with goals from Miyu Matsunaga and Maya Hijjikati. The loss marks another early exit for the Falconets, who haven’t advanced beyond this round since 2014.
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Osimhen Celebrates with Galatasaray Fans After Impressive Debut
Victor Osimhen made a memorable debut for Galatasaray, celebrating with fans in the stands after the match. The striker’s heartfelt gesture has gone viral, further endearing him to supporters. His decision to join Galatasaray, despite interest from other clubs, is already proving successful after a strong debut performance.
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Victor Osimhen made a memorable debut for Galatasaray, celebrating with fans in the stands after the match. The striker’s heartfelt gesture has gone viral, further endearing him to supporters. His decision to join Galatasaray, despite interest from other clubs, is already proving successful after a strong debut performance.
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Barcelona’s Dani Olmo Out for a Month with Hamstring Injury
Barcelona’s Dani Olmo will be sidelined for 4-5 weeks after suffering a right hamstring injury during the 4-1 win over Girona. He will miss key Champions League games against Monaco and Young Boys, as well as La Liga and Nations League matches for Spain. Olmo could return in late October for the Clasico against Real Madrid.
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Barcelona’s Dani Olmo will be sidelined for 4-5 weeks after suffering a right hamstring injury during the 4-1 win over Girona. He will miss key Champions League games against Monaco and Young Boys, as well as La Liga and Nations League matches for Spain. Olmo could return in late October for the Clasico against Real Madrid.
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Kenyan Airways Delays Return of Nigeria’s U18 Basketball Teams to Lagos
Kenyan Airways has delayed the return of Nigeria’s U18 basketball teams, J’Tigers and J’Tigress, to Lagos. Initially set to arrive Monday morning, their flight has been pushed back by two hours. J’Tigress returns with a ticket to the FIBA U19 World Cup, despite losing the final to Mali, while J’Tigers were eliminated in the semi-finals.
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Kenyan Airways has delayed the return of Nigeria’s U18 basketball teams, J’Tigers and J’Tigress, to Lagos. Initially set to arrive Monday morning, their flight has been pushed back by two hours. J’Tigress returns with a ticket to the FIBA U19 World Cup, despite losing the final to Mali, while J’Tigers were eliminated in the semi-finals.
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Super Falcons’ Ngozi Okobi Welcomes Baby
Super Falcons midfielder, Ngozi Okobi, has announced the birth of her baby. The 30-year-old shared the news on her X account, celebrating her new role as a mother. Okobi, who plays for Levante Las Planas, has been married to Okeoghene for seven years and has represented Nigeria in multiple international tournaments.
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Super Falcons midfielder, Ngozi Okobi, has announced the birth of her baby. The 30-year-old shared the news on her X account, celebrating her new role as a mother. Okobi, who plays for Levante Las Planas, has been married to Okeoghene for seven years and has represented Nigeria in multiple international tournaments.
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CAF Confirms 2025 African Nations Championships Dates
The 2025 African Nations Championships (CHAN) will take place from February 1 to 28 in Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda. This marks the first time East Africa will host the tournament, which is limited to locally-based players. Qualifiers will begin on October 25, with the final 19 teams competing.
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The 2025 African Nations Championships (CHAN) will take place from February 1 to 28 in Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda. This marks the first time East Africa will host the tournament, which is limited to locally-based players. Qualifiers will begin on October 25, with the final 19 teams competing.
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Mbappe Scores as Real Madrid Beats Stuttgart 3-1 in UCL Opener
Kylian Mbappe scored his first Champions League goal for Real Madrid in their 3-1 win over Stuttgart. Antonio Rudiger’s header restored Madrid’s lead after Stuttgart equalized, and Endrick sealed the victory with a stoppage-time goal. Despite Stuttgart’s strong first half, Madrid took the points in their UCL opener.
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Kylian Mbappe scored his first Champions League goal for Real Madrid in their 3-1 win over Stuttgart. Antonio Rudiger’s header restored Madrid’s lead after Stuttgart equalized, and Endrick sealed the victory with a stoppage-time goal. Despite Stuttgart’s strong first half, Madrid took the points in their UCL opener.
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NPFL: Plateau United coach Mangut sets target for the season
Plateau United technical adviser, Mbwas Mangut has reiterated the team’s desire to secure a continental ticket in the 2024-25 season.
The Peace Boys missed out on a place on the continent last season.
Plateau United finished fifth in the 2023/24 season
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Plateau United technical adviser, Mbwas Mangut has reiterated the team’s desire to secure a continental ticket in the 2024-25 season.
The Peace Boys missed out on a place on the continent last season.
Plateau United finished fifth in the 2023/24 season
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Man United’s Jim Ratcliffe Plans £2bn Rebuild of Old Trafford
Jim Ratcliffe, part-owner of Manchester United, is set to invest £2 billion to demolish and rebuild Old Trafford. The project aims to increase the stadium’s capacity from 74,000 to 100,000, potentially making it the largest in Europe.
The rebuild is expected to be completed by 2030, with final decisions on the plan to be made by year-end. Club legend Gary Neville supports integrating historical elements like the Munich clock and statues into the new design.
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Jim Ratcliffe, part-owner of Manchester United, is set to invest £2 billion to demolish and rebuild Old Trafford. The project aims to increase the stadium’s capacity from 74,000 to 100,000, potentially making it the largest in Europe.
The rebuild is expected to be completed by 2030, with final decisions on the plan to be made by year-end. Club legend Gary Neville supports integrating historical elements like the Munich clock and statues into the new design.
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Champions League: Olatunji scores, assists in Sparta Prague’s win vs Salzburg
Victor Olatunji scored and provided an assist as Sparta Prague defeated Austrian club RB Salzburg 3-0 in their UEFA Champions League clash on Wednesday.
Olatunji scored Sparta Prague’s second goal of the game three minutes before the break.
The 25-year-old is the first Nigerian to score in the competition this season.
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Victor Olatunji scored and provided an assist as Sparta Prague defeated Austrian club RB Salzburg 3-0 in their UEFA Champions League clash on Wednesday.
Olatunji scored Sparta Prague’s second goal of the game three minutes before the break.
The 25-year-old is the first Nigerian to score in the competition this season.
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Nigeria Holds 39th Spot in FIFA World Ranking
Nigeria’s Super Eagles remain 39th globally and 6th in Africa in the latest FIFA rankings, following their AFCON qualifiers. Despite a 3-0 win over Benin and a draw with Rwanda, the team holds its place in the top 40. Rivals Ghana are 70th, while South Africa ranks 59th. Nigeria leads Group D with four points, awaiting their next AFCON qualifier against Libya.
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Nigeria’s Super Eagles remain 39th globally and 6th in Africa in the latest FIFA rankings, following their AFCON qualifiers. Despite a 3-0 win over Benin and a draw with Rwanda, the team holds its place in the top 40. Rivals Ghana are 70th, while South Africa ranks 59th. Nigeria leads Group D with four points, awaiting their next AFCON qualifier against Libya.
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