AFCON 2025 Qualifier: Nigeria vs Benin – Key Details
Nigeria’s Super Eagles will face Benin in their opening match for the 2025 AFCON qualifiers. This will be their second encounter in four months, following Benin’s 2-1 win in their June World Cup qualifier.
The game will see the return of key players, including Victor Osimhen and William Troost-Ekong. Augustine Eguavoen, appointed as interim coach after a failed deal with Bruno Labbadia, will lead the team.
No official broadcast details are available yet.
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Nigeria’s Super Eagles will face Benin in their opening match for the 2025 AFCON qualifiers. This will be their second encounter in four months, following Benin’s 2-1 win in their June World Cup qualifier.
The game will see the return of key players, including Victor Osimhen and William Troost-Ekong. Augustine Eguavoen, appointed as interim coach after a failed deal with Bruno Labbadia, will lead the team.
No official broadcast details are available yet.
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9 Nigerian Players Nominated for Ballon d’Or
Since 1995, nine Nigerian players have been nominated for the prestigious Ballon d’Or, the highest individual honor in football. The list includes Finidi George, Daniel Amokachi, Austin Jay-Jay Okocha, Nwankwo Kanu, Victor Ikpeba, Sunday Oliseh, Asisat Oshoala, Victor Osimhen, and Ademola Lookman. Osimhen and Oshoala made history in 2023 as the first male and female Nigerians nominated in the same year, while Lookman followed in 2024 with a standout performance for Atalanta.
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Since 1995, nine Nigerian players have been nominated for the prestigious Ballon d’Or, the highest individual honor in football. The list includes Finidi George, Daniel Amokachi, Austin Jay-Jay Okocha, Nwankwo Kanu, Victor Ikpeba, Sunday Oliseh, Asisat Oshoala, Victor Osimhen, and Ademola Lookman. Osimhen and Oshoala made history in 2023 as the first male and female Nigerians nominated in the same year, while Lookman followed in 2024 with a standout performance for Atalanta.
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Ugandan Olympian in Intensive Care After Attack Ugandan Olympian Rebecca Cheptegei, 33, is in intensive care in a Kenyan hospital after allegedly being set on fire by her partner, Dickson Ndiema Marangach, in her home in Trans-Nzoia, Kenya. The attack occurred…
Ugandan Olympian, Cheptegei set on fire by boyfriend dies
Ugandan Olympian Rebecca Cheptegei has died in Kenya four days after being set on fire by her boyfriend, Ugandan athletics officials said Thursday.
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Ugandan Olympian Rebecca Cheptegei has died in Kenya four days after being set on fire by her boyfriend, Ugandan athletics officials said Thursday.
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Stephen Keshi Stadium Ready for 8th National Youth Games
Delta State is set to host the 8th National Youth Games from September 9-19, 2024, at the Stephen Keshi Stadium in Asaba. The stadium has been upgraded with new facilities to ensure a successful event. The Chairman of the Local Organising Committee, Chief Solomon Ogba, stated that all logistics are in place for a memorable games edition. Meanwhile, Team Bauchi, following a strong performance at the North-East Zonal eliminations, aims to showcase the “Bauchi Agenda” and achieve further success at the competition.
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Delta State is set to host the 8th National Youth Games from September 9-19, 2024, at the Stephen Keshi Stadium in Asaba. The stadium has been upgraded with new facilities to ensure a successful event. The Chairman of the Local Organising Committee, Chief Solomon Ogba, stated that all logistics are in place for a memorable games edition. Meanwhile, Team Bauchi, following a strong performance at the North-East Zonal eliminations, aims to showcase the “Bauchi Agenda” and achieve further success at the competition.
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Nigeria’s Onyinyechi Mark Wins First Gold at Paris 2024 Paralympics with World Record Lift
Nigeria’s Onyinyechi Mark won the country’s first gold medal at the Paris 2024 Paralympics, setting a new world record in the women’s up to 61kg Para-Powerlifting category by lifting 150kg. Sports Minister Senator John Owan Enoh praised her outstanding achievement, highlighting her role in showcasing the resilient Nigerian spirit. Mark’s performance broke the previous Paralympic record and inspired a new generation of athletes.
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Nigeria’s Onyinyechi Mark won the country’s first gold medal at the Paris 2024 Paralympics, setting a new world record in the women’s up to 61kg Para-Powerlifting category by lifting 150kg. Sports Minister Senator John Owan Enoh praised her outstanding achievement, highlighting her role in showcasing the resilient Nigerian spirit. Mark’s performance broke the previous Paralympic record and inspired a new generation of athletes.
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Victor Osimhen has joined the Super Eagles camp ahead of the AFCON 2025 qualifiers against Benin Republic and Rwanda. His late arrival was due to finalizing his transfer to Galatasaray from Napoli. Osimhen, along with other strikers, will be key for Nigeria in the upcoming matches, with all 23 invited players now in camp.
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2024 Paralympics: Ugwunwa Wins Silver in Javelin for Team Nigeria
Flora Ugwunwa secured a silver medal for Team Nigeria in the women’s F54 javelin event at the 2024 Paralympic Games in Paris with a throw of 19.26 meters. Uzbekistan’s Nurkhon Kurbanova took the gold with a world record throw of 21.12m. Team Nigeria now has one gold, two silver, and two bronze medals, ranking 52nd overall. The Games conclude on Sunday.
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Flora Ugwunwa secured a silver medal for Team Nigeria in the women’s F54 javelin event at the 2024 Paralympic Games in Paris with a throw of 19.26 meters. Uzbekistan’s Nurkhon Kurbanova took the gold with a world record throw of 21.12m. Team Nigeria now has one gold, two silver, and two bronze medals, ranking 52nd overall. The Games conclude on Sunday.
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Morocco 2025: Super Eagles Can Beat Any Team – Eguavoen
Interim Super Eagles coach Augustine Eguavoen expressed confidence in his team’s ability to beat any opponent, following their 4-0 win over Benin Republic in the 2025 AFCON at Uyo.
He praised the quality of his players, attributing the victory to the team’s versatile tactics and mindset. Eguavoen also commended the defense and emphasized that any formation could lead to success. He was appointed after the Nigeria Football Federation’s deal with coach Bruno Labbadia fell through due to German tax regulations.
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Interim Super Eagles coach Augustine Eguavoen expressed confidence in his team’s ability to beat any opponent, following their 4-0 win over Benin Republic in the 2025 AFCON at Uyo.
He praised the quality of his players, attributing the victory to the team’s versatile tactics and mindset. Eguavoen also commended the defense and emphasized that any formation could lead to success. He was appointed after the Nigeria Football Federation’s deal with coach Bruno Labbadia fell through due to German tax regulations.
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Gov Alia Removes Iorfa, Appoints New Board for Lobi Stars
Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue State has removed Dominic Iorfa as Executive Vice Chairman of Lobi Stars FC and placed the club under the Benue Sports Council’s supervision. A new six-man board, led by Dr. Philip Nongu, has been appointed to manage the club. The governor ordered all handovers to be completed by midnight, September 7, 2024.
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Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue State has removed Dominic Iorfa as Executive Vice Chairman of Lobi Stars FC and placed the club under the Benue Sports Council’s supervision. A new six-man board, led by Dr. Philip Nongu, has been appointed to manage the club. The governor ordered all handovers to be completed by midnight, September 7, 2024.
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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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