The Nigeria Women’s Football League (NWFL) Premiership entered mid-season with six matches played across centers in the country which saw eight goals scored and one away win. Pelican Stars recorded their first victory of the season, while Nasarawa Amazons & Rivers Angels unseat Edo Queens and Bayelsa Queens to top Group A & B respectively.Continue reading “NWFL Premiership Matchday Wrap-up and Mid-Season Statistics”
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NUGA 2022: Akwa-Ibom Governor receives Torch of Unity
The Nigerian University Games Association (NUGA) organizes interuniversity sports events in Nigeria and this year edition will be hosted by the University of Lagos (UNILAG). UNILAG alumnus, Governor Udom Emmanuel of Akwa-Ibom was presented the NUGA torch by the delegation from the University of Lagos, led by the Vice- Chancellor, Prof. Oluwatoyin Ogundipe, FAS, atContinue reading “NUGA 2022: Akwa-Ibom Governor receives Torch of Unity”
Sparrow FC gets Tiki-Taka endorsement
As part of Sparrow FC efforts to bring the dreams of the Sparrians to reality and make this year a successful soccer year a success, The President of Sparrow FC; Jonathan Opara (Ocee) met the former CEO Sunshine FC and also the Former Vice Chairman of Lobi Star FC of Markurdi who is currently theContinue reading “Sparrow FC gets Tiki-Taka endorsement”
Omoyele takes legal step against Enyimba over unpaid salaries
One of the lethal strikers in the Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL), Tosin Omoyele has terminated his contract with eight times champions Enyimba FC of Aba. Omoyele who bagged the winner for the Aba Elephants in the game against rivals Akwa United has ended his close to two years stay with the club after joiningContinue reading “Omoyele takes legal step against Enyimba over unpaid salaries”
ICYMI: Vihiga Queens’ Jentrix Shikangwa joins Turkish side Fatih Karagümrük S.K.
Vihiga Queens and Harambee Starlets young sensation, Jentrix Shikangwa has been unveiled by Turkish side Fatih Karagümrük S.K. that plays in the Turkish top tier league, Kadin Süper Ligi. The Kenyan international was officially unveiled on Sunday evening in İstanbul, Turkey. Jentrix Shikangwa Milimu Karagümrük’te. 🔴⚫️ Kenya Milli Takımı’nın başarılı kanat oyuncusu Milimu’yu renklerimize bağladık.Continue reading “ICYMI: Vihiga Queens’ Jentrix Shikangwa joins Turkish side Fatih Karagümrük S.K.”
MFM appoints Broad City’s Ikechukwu Christian as new Technical Adviser
Poor results for MFM FC in the league this season have eventually led to a shake-up in the coaching staff as the team has been without a Technical Adviser for the last two games. The board has finally bagged the signature of Ikechukwu Christian from Broad City FC has their new Technical Adviser. MFM FC currentlyContinue reading “MFM appoints Broad City’s Ikechukwu Christian as new Technical Adviser”
NWFL Premiership Matchday 7 Preview: Nasarawa Amazons look to dethrone Edo Queens from table top while Rivers Angels aim to bounce back
The first stanza of the NWFL Premiership season 2021/22 ends on Wednesday, February 2, pronouncing the start of the mid-season break and opening of the February transfer window. The matchday 7 fixtures will see games across six centres in the country and the possibilities of position and leadership of the tables changes. Nasarawa Amazons welcomeContinue reading “NWFL Premiership Matchday 7 Preview: Nasarawa Amazons look to dethrone Edo Queens from table top while Rivers Angels aim to bounce back”
DONE DEAL: Cardiff City Bags Uche Ikpeazu’s Signature
Nigerian international forward, Uche Ikpeazu has joined Cardiff City FC on load from Middlesbrogh FC. The Bluebirds were linked with the striker in the summer and earlier in the January window. The 26-year-old, who signed for Boro last summer from Wycombe Wanderers, has scored 3 goals in 21 matches for the team. “Cardiff City FootballContinue reading “DONE DEAL: Cardiff City Bags Uche Ikpeazu’s Signature”
DONE DEAL: Josh Maja Joins Stoke City On Deadline Day
Stoke City have completed the signing of Nigerian international striker, Josh Maja on loan from Bordeaux. The 23-year-old started his career with Sunderland, scoring 16 goals in 41 league matches before joining Bordeaux in January 2019, netting 12 goals in 52 games. Maja spent last season with Fulham in the Premier League where he scoredContinue reading “DONE DEAL: Josh Maja Joins Stoke City On Deadline Day”
DONE DEAL: Simy Nwankwo joins Serie B Parma Calcio on loan
Nigerian international, Simeon Tochukwu “Simy” Nwankwo has joined Serie B outfit, Parma Calcio 1913 on loan from U.S. Salernitana with an option to buy. The 29-year old striker agreed on a move to Salernitana following Crotone’s relegation from Serie A last season. Simy is ranked as Crotone’s all-time top scorer with 66 goals in 159Continue reading “DONE DEAL: Simy Nwankwo joins Serie B Parma Calcio on loan”
