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Eaglets’ Win Over Uruguay Brings Team Closer to U-17 World Title

Two strikes from Taiwo Awoniyi has helped the Nigerian Golden Eaglets secure a berth in the semi final of the FIFA U-17 World Cup in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Awoniyi’s first goal came in the 17th minute of the

Basketball Within Borders: Bidding their Time…

It’s barely 7 a.m, and despite the wet floor as a result of rainfall the previous night, the boys are already on the basketball court knocking down shots. One of the boys, Emeka Ezechi, a 6’8 forward, is taking his

Golden Eaglets March On In 4 – 1 Victory Over Iran

The Golden Eaglets booked their place in the quarter finals at the ongoing U-17 World Cup in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Tuesday when they dispatched their Iranian counterparts. Eaglets went into the game as Group F winners, with

Nigerians in the English Premier League

LiverPool 4-1 West Brom Victor Anichebe played all 90 minutes for West Brom. Victor Moses played no part as he watched the game from the bench. Luis Suarez got a hat-trick and Daniel Sturridge scored a deft chip to give

Eaglets Finish As Group F Winners

The Golden Eaglets rounded off the first round of the U-17 World Cup with a resounding victory over the Iraqi team on Friday. They dismantled their opponents, running out 5-0 to finish as Group F Winners on 7 points with

Eaglets Settle For a Draw

The Golden Eaglets played out a thrilling 3-all draw with Sweden in their second group game at the U-17 World Cup in the United Arab Emirates. Kelechi Iheanacho, who scored four goals against Mexico in their first game, couldn’t add

Pillars Retain The Nigerian Premier League Trophy

Kano Pillars have been crowned the Champions of Nigerian Premier League despite going down 2 – 0 against Lobi Stars on the final day of the season. This is Kano Pillars’ second title in two years and third in recent

Nigerians in the English Premier League

Newcastle 2 – 2 Liverpool The Ameobi brothers were on the bench against Liverpool on Saturday as the home side fought to a 2 – all draw with the Merseyside club. Sammy was thrown into the game in the 78th

2013 World Youth Championship: Eaglets Get Off To A Flyer

The Golden Eaglets (Nigeria’s U-17 football team) started their World Cup campaign in scintillating fashion on Saturday, trashing their Mexican counterparts 6-1. Kelechi Iheanacho grabbed the headlines with four goals as the Eagles ran riot against the Mexicans. This sees

Nigeria to Tackle Italy

The Super Eagles of Nigeria will tackle the Azzuri of Italy in a friendly match in London on 18 November. The match will take place at Premier League side, Fulham’s home ground, The Craven Cottage by 7:45pm Nigerian time. The

World Cup Playoffs: Nigeria Trumps Ethiopia 2-1

Super Eagles of Nigeria rallied to a 2-1 victory over the Walya Antelopes of Ethiopia in the first leg of their World Cup play-off. The reigning African champions came from a goal down to record a much-needed victory at Addis

Moses Signs with Glo, As Brand Ambassador

Super Eagles forward and winger for Liverpool, Victor Moses, has signed his first endorsement contract in Africa with Globacom. The signing ceremony took place, on Tuesday at the head office of the telecommunications company, in Victoria Island, Lagos. Moses joins

New York-based IMG to Develop Basketball in Nigeria

IMG Worldwide, the global sports, fashion and Media Company, has announced that it has signed an agreement with the Nigerian Basketball Federation (NBBF) to develop and grow basketball in Nigeria for 20 years, including on a professional level. The agreement

Nestlé Partners with Peter Rufai Ahead of Milo Youth Football

Nestlé Milo has partnered with ex-Super Eagles goalie, Peter Rufai, to take its football clinic to seven Nigerian cities during the last quarter of 2013. The event which kicked off on Wednesday of the past week will go to Benin,

Nigerians in the Premier League

Hull City 0-0 Aston Villa Sone Aluko featured for the Tigers in their stalemate against Midlands club, Aston Villa at the KC Stadium. The young midfielder cum striker was taken off in the 69th minute for Yannick Sagbo. Liverpool 3-1

Ambrose Signs 4-year Extension with Celtic

Efe Ambrose, Super Eagles defender, has signed a contract extension of four years with Glaswegian giants, Celtic. The new contract means Ambrose is bound to the club until 2017. The Nigerian International joined the Scottish team from Israeli side, FC

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