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Nigeria has secured their place in the U20 WAFU B Championship semi-final, snatch a come back victory against Côté d’Ivoire to savez their campaign.

Super Eagles forward, Ademola Lookman has been shortlisted for the prestigious CAF Men’s Player of the Year award.

Former Minister of Youth and Sports, Solomon Dalung has expressed concern over Nigeria’s precarious position in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, urging immediate action to salvage the team’s chances.

Nigeria will take on Cote d’Ivoire today in their final group game of the WAFU B U-20 Championship, needing a win to keep their tournament hopes alive.

Belgian coach, Hein Vanhaezebrouck has expressed concerns over Raphael Onyedika’s discipline, suggesting the young midfielder must improve his behavior if he hopes to secure a future in the Premier League.

Nigeria have climbed three spots in the latest FIFA men’s ranking, released on Thursday.

Elijah Adebayo and Victor Moses tasted defeat in the English Championship, on Wednesday, as Luton Town lost 2-1 at home to Sunderland.

Forward, Victor Osimhen featured for Galatasaray as they edged out Elfsborg 4-3 in a Europa League game, on Thursday.

Super Eagles right-back Bright Osayi-Samuel could be set to leave Fenerbahce during the January transfer window.

Club Brugge manager, Nicky Hayen has stated that while he doesn’t want midfielder Raphael Onyedika to alter his playing style, a conversation is necessary following the player’s red card during the Champions League match against AC Milan.