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Four Nigerian wrestlers have booked their tickets to the Paris 2024 Olympic Games by clinching gold medals at the African/Oceania Olympic Qualifiers held in Alexandria, Egypt.

Kelechi Iheanacho has thrown his support behind Finidi George to take over the helm of the Super Eagles as the substantive head coach, following Jose Peseiro’s departure.

Defender Chidozie Awaziem expressed his elation after Nigeria’s performance against Ghana, emphasizing the significance of delivering their best amidst the intense rivalry between the two nations.

After an impressive performance at the 13th African Games held in Ghana, Team Nigeria athletes have returned home, marking their triumphant arrival on Sunday.

Omar Assar and Aruna Quadri are set to headline Africa’s representation at the 2024 ITTF World Cup in Macao, China, scheduled from April 15 to 21.

Super Eagles defender Kenneth Omeruo has expressed his confidence in Tanimu Benjamin’s potential to become a standout player for the team in the near future.

Interim Super Eagles coach, Finidi George has shed light on his decision to call up uncapped player Tanimu Benjamin for the international window.

Following Nigeria’s triumph over Ghana in Friday’s International Friendly, Cyriel Dessers conveyed his happiness at playing a part in the victory and expressed hope that it could mark a turning point in his international career.

Cyriel Dessers revealed he requested to take penalty for Nigeria in their 2-1 win over Ghana at the Grand Stade de Marrakech, on Friday.

Nigerian forward Victor Osimhen has made his return from injury, rejoining his Napoli teammates in training.