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Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino has chosen Reece James as the team’s new captain. James replaces Cesar Azpilicueta, who left Stamford Bridge this summer.   Azpilicueta has returned to Spain to join Atletico Madrid.   James wore the armband during Chelsea’s pre-season tour and the academy graduate now has it on …

The Super Falcons started preparations for their Round of 16 fixture against the Lionesses of England at the ongoing 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup on Thursday. The players were granted a two-day break following Monday’s 0-0 draw against Republic of Ireland. All 23 players took part in the session held …

Nigeria’s Super Falcons, yesterday, advanced to the round of 16 at the ongoing FIFA Women’s World Cup in Australia and New Zealand, after a 0-0 draw with Republic of Ireland. The Falcons finished unbeaten in their Group B, a first-ever for an African team at the FIFA Women’s World Cup. …

Nigeria’s Super Falcons are set to earn a massive payday after securing a place in the second round of the Women’s World Cup. Stars of Nigeria’s Super Falcons will have even more reason to celebrate their qualification for the Round of 16 of the Women’s World Cup apart from doing …

The Super Falcons on Monday played a goalless draw against the Republic of Ireland to advance to the Women’s World Cup knockout stage. The Nigerian female team advanced to the knockout stage with 5 points garnered from two draws and one win.   The Super Falcons shared points with the …

The Governor of Plateau State, Caleb Mutfwang has approved the appointments of ex-Chelsea midfielder, Mikel Obi and other officials to assist him in the task of leadership in the State. The recent appointments are for the Teachers’ Service Commission, TSC, SUBEB, Abuja Liaison Director, Jos Metropolitan Development Board, Plateau State …

The Super Falcons on Thursday defeated Australia 3-2 at the Brisbane Stadium. This is the first win of Nigeria in the competition and the fifth win in the history of the Women’s World Cup. With the win, the Super Falcon’s chance of reaching the round of 16 have been boosted …

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on behalf of all Nigerians has extended best wishes to the Super Falcons as they prepare to face Australia today for their second group match at the FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia and New Zealand 2023. The President, like other football-loving Nigerians, takes immense pride in …

The Philippines on Friday saw their World Cup debut fall flat as they succumbed to 2-0 to a superior Switzerland side. The tournament minnows thought they had taken the lead in the first half in the New Zealand city of Dunedin but the goal was ruled out for offside in …

Paris Saint-Germain forward Kylian Mbappe has lost his spot as the most valuable football player in the world, according to the latest report by Football Benchmark. The 24-year-old has already topped the list of previous editions released by the renowned football business portal.   Manchester City striker Erling Haaland is …