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The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has dismissed circulating reports alleging that Barau FC midfielder, Abraham Nana, was attacked and had his throat slit during Saturday’s Matchday 12 fixture against Katsina United at the Muhammadu Dikko Stadium. In a statement issued on Sunday, the NPFL said it decided to address the matter publicly to correct misleading reports spreading online about a supposed violent assault. According to the league’s clarification, the situation was exaggerated. It explained that the player was struck by an object thrown from the stands, which caused an injury but did not involve any stabbing or use of…

By Olukayode Olumuyiwa. Manchester City delivered a ruthless statement victory at the Etihad Stadium today, crushing rivals Liverpool 3-0 in a high-stakes Premier League clash. Goals from Erling Haaland, Nico Gonzalez, and a spectacular strike from Jérémy Doku sealed the win on a landmark day—Pep Guardiola’s 1,000th as a manager. The result inflicted a painful defeat on Liverpool, who once again looked like a team “walking alone”. The holders of the Premier League title slipped to eighth in the table with 18 points, a daunting eight points adrift of leaders Arsenal, casting serious doubt on their title defence. Haaland Redemption…

The Super Eagles camp in Rabat, Morocco, has officially come alive, with Alex Iwobi, Samuel Chukwueze and Calvin Bassey among the first players to arrive ahead of Thursday’s 2026 World Cup Playoff against Gabon. Tolu Arokodare and Russia-based forward Olakunle Olusegun are also already in camp as Nigeria opens its final phase of preparations for the crucial showdown. Team handlers confirmed that more invitees are already on their way, and the squad is expected to be fully assembled by tomorrow. Head coach Eric Chelle named 24 players for this playoff assignment, recalling goalkeeper Maduka Okoye, winger Chidera Ejuke and defender…

Ademola Lookman has once again removed every connection to Atalanta from his social media accounts, including unfollowing the club, in what appears to be another sign of tension between both sides. This fresh action comes days after Lookman had a heated confrontation with Atalanta manager, Ivan Juric, during their UEFA Champions League fixture against Olympique Marseille on Wednesday night. Lookman became angry after Juric decided to take him off in the second half. The forward did not agree with the substitution and made his displeasure known immediately. The disagreement quickly turned into a verbal exchange in front of the technical…

Katsina United have dismissed reports that one of Barau FC’s players, Nana Abraham, was brutally attacked during their NPFL matchday 12 fixture. There were widespread claims after the game that angry supporters of Katsina United went after Abraham and allegedly cut his throat. Reports stated that the Barau FC midfielder sustained a serious wound around his neck following the clash. But Katsina United have now strongly denied the allegation, insisting it was false information being pushed by their opponents. “These are fabricated stories. Nobody slit any player’s throat,” the club reacted via their official social media platforms while releasing video…

Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has unveiled a 24-player squad ahead of Nigeria’s participation at the 2026 FIFA World Cup African Playoff Tournament taking place next week in Rabat, Morocco. Captain William Troost-Ekong leads the list alongside Victor Osimhen, Stanley Nwabali, Bright Osayi-Samuel and Calvin Bassey. Alex Iwobi, Benjamin Fredericks, Frank Onyeka, Wilfred Ndidi, Samuel Chukwueze and Ademola Lookman also made the cut. Nigeria will face Gabon in the opening semi-final at the Complexe Sportif Prince Heritier Moulay Al Hassan, while DR Congo and Cameroon will contest the other semi-final at the El-Barid Stadium. Chelle has recalled Udinese goalkeeper…

Super Eagles shot-stopper Stanley Nwabali is full of belief that Nigeria can go to Morocco next year and return as champions of Africa. Nigeria already has three AFCON titles in history, and the Rivers United goalkeeper says the hunger within the current squad remains very strong. The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations offers another chance to make history, and Nwabali insists the team understands the expectations of millions of Nigerians who will be following every step of the journey. The West Africans came heartbreakingly close to lifting the trophy earlier this year, before losing 2-1 to hosts Cote d’Ivoire in…

Gabon head coach Thierry Mouyouma says his team is working on a unique tactical setup aimed at neutralizing Nigeria’s in-form striker, Victor Osimhen, in their upcoming 2026 World Cup qualifying playoff. The coach admitted that dealing with the Galatasaray forward will require more than ordinary defending, describing Osimhen as “a striker you can’t predict.” Despite missing several qualifying matches through injury, Osimhen remains Nigeria’s top performer in the campaign, scoring six goals in just five appearances to keep the Super Eagles’ World Cup dream alive. His club form has been equally impressive ; the 26-year-old netted a hat-trick against Ajax…

Victor Osimhen walked off the Johan Cruijff ArenA with the Champions League match ball in his arm and the spotlight fully on him after scoring all three goals in Galatasaray’s 3-0 victory over Ajax on Wednesday night. The Super Eagles forward opened the scoring in the 59th minute. He found open space behind the Ajax defenders and connected perfectly with a floated pass from Leroy Sane to give Galatasaray the lead. A few moments later, Osimhen kept his composure from the penalty spot twice. He placed both penalties into the net within a short period of time and completed his…

Matchday 4 continued on Wednesday night and the league phase reached the midway point. Inter, Manchester City and Galatasaray earned major wins, while Qarabag and Pafos delivered notable results of their own. Inter 2-1 Kairat Almaty Inter extended their perfect run with a tight win at San Siro. Lautaro Martinez forced the breakthrough goal just before half-time after sustained pressure on goalkeeper Temirlan Anarbekov. Kairat equalised early in the second half when Ofri Arad headed in from a corner, the first goal Inter have allowed in this season’s competition. Cristian Chivu’s team regained control 12 minutes later when Carlos Augusto…