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Super Falcons miss $2.5m in FIFA preparation funding
Nigeria will miss out on $2.5 million in FIFA preparation funding after the Super Falcons failed to qualify for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup in Brazil. The…
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FIFA, CAF Suspend NFF Electoral Process, Send Delegates To Nigeria
FIFA and the Confederation of African Football (CAF) have ordered the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) to suspend its ongoing electoral process as they investigate the leadership crisis within…
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It Would Be ‘Terrible Mistake’ To Replace Infantino As FIFA President — Trump
US President Donald Trump has defended FIFA president Gianni Infantino, saying it would be a “terrible mistake” if he’s removed from office. Trump’s comments came after UEFA, Concacaf…
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Trump Confirms Asking FIFA President To Review Folarin Balogun’s Red Card
President Donald Trump has confirmed that he personally contacted FIFA president Gianni Infantino to request a review of the red card given to United States striker Folarin Balogun…
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UEFA Criticises FIFA’s Decision To Suspend Red Card Of US Striker Folaran Balogun
UEFA has condemned FIFA’s decision to cancel Folarin Balogun’s one-match suspension before the United States’ World Cup round-of-16 clash with Belgium. Balogun was shown a red card during…
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FIFA Overturns US Star Striker Balogun’s Red Card After Trump Called Infantino
FIFA has suspended a one-match ban given to United States striker Folarin Balogun for his straight red card against Bosnia and Herzegovina in the World Cup Round of…
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FIFA Condemns Senegal For Walk-Off Protest Against Morocco During AFCON Final
FIFA President Gianni Infantino criticized some Senegal players for their behaviour during the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final, saying the incident spoiled their win. In a statement…
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Trump Wins FIFA’s Inaugural Peace Prize At 2026 World Cup Draw
US President Donald Trump has become the first person to receive FIFA’s newly created peace prize during the 2026 World Cup draw on Friday. The honor, presented at…
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Amaju Pinnick Loses Re-Election Into FIFA Council By Single Vote
Former Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) president, Amaju Pinnick, has failed in his attempt to retain his seat on the FIFA Council, missing out by just a single vote.…
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“They Tried To Erase You” – Ronaldo Reacts As Vinicius Jr Wins Best FIFA Player Award
Portuguese football icon, Cristiano Ronaldo has praised Vinicius Junior as a “symbol of resistance and resilience” after the Real Madrid star was named FIFA Men’s Player of the…
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Vinicius Jr Wins FIFA Best Men’s Player Award, Aitana Bonmati Claims Women’s Honour
Brazil and Real Madrid forward Vinicius Jr. was named the 2024 FIFA Men’s Player of the Year on Tuesday in Doha. Spain and Barcelona midfielder, Aitana Bonmati also…
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Nigera’s Super Eagles Now Ranked 3rd In Africa And 28th In World FIFA Ranking
The Super Eagles of Nigeria have demonstrated an impressive performance in the latest FIFA men’s ranking released on Thursday. The Nigerian national team moved up 14 places from…
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Spain Thwarts England’s Dream, Wins First Women’s World Cup
Spain on Sunday, won the Women’s World Cup for the first time in their history after beating England in the final of the tournament. The lone winning goal…
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NFF Says Super Falcons Won’t Get Paid By FIFA TIll After 2023 Women’s World Cup
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) on Wednesday, said the country’s Super Falcons team will not receive their pay until the end of the ongoing 2023 Women’s World Cup…
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Nigeria Super Proud Of You – NFF Commends Super Falcons
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has hailed the Super Falcons for their effort despite the painful defeat of the team to England in a penalty shoot-out in the…
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FIFA Bans Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al Nassr From Registering New Players Over Ahmed Musa’s Transfer
The Federation of International Football Association (FIFA) has banned Al Nassr from registering new players. This is due to the club’s failure to pay add-ons owed to as…