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Unbeaten Boxer, Idris Gbadamosi To Represent Nigeria In First-ever Boxing World Cup

<p>Unbeaten Nigerian boxing sensation, Idris Gbadamosi, has been chosen to represent Nigeria in a groundbreaking event—the first-ever Boxing World Cup—set to take place in Saudi Arabia this coming April. Idris Gbadamosi, a fierce knockout artist, boasts an immaculate professional record of 7 wins, 0 losses, and an impressive six knockouts. He will compete in the […]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.naijanews.com/2025/03/08/unbeaten-boxer-idris-gbadamosi-to-represent-nigeria-in-first-ever-boxing-world-cup/">Unbeaten Boxer, Idris Gbadamosi To Represent Nigeria In First-ever Boxing World Cup</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.naijanews.com">Naija News</a>.</p>

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Governor Oyebanji Pledges to Transform Sports into Job Creation, Wealth Generation Tool in Ekiti

<p>Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji has pledged to transform sports into a platform for job creation, wealth generation, and athlete empowerment.</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.arise.tv/governor-oyebanji-pledges-to-transform-sports-into-job-creation-wealth-generation-tool-in-ekiti/">Governor Oyebanji Pledges to Transform Sports into Job Creation, Wealth Generation Tool in Ekiti</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.arise.tv">Arise News</a>.</p>

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Europa League: Osimhen Still Remain Among Top Scorers After Round 16 First Leg

<div><img width="300" height="169" src="https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/europa-league-300x169.jpg" class="attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image" alt="2023/2024 Full UEFA Europa League Group Stage Draws" style="margin-bottom: 15px;" decoding="async" fetchpriority="high" srcset="https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/europa-league-300x169.jpg 300w, https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/europa-league-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/europa-league-768x432.jpg 768w, https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/europa-league-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/europa-league-390x220.jpg 390w, https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/europa-league.jpg 1600w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /></div> <p>Super Eagles of Nigeria striker Victor Osimhen remains one of the highest goalscorers in the 2024-2025 UEFA Europa League following the end of the Round of 16 first-leg fixtures on Thursday, March 6. Leading the pack is Olympiacos striker Ayoub El Kaabi, who maintains a commanding presence at the top of the scoring chart with […]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.naijanews.com/2025/03/07/europa-league-osimhen-still-remain-among-top-scorers-after-round-16-first-leg/">Europa League: Osimhen Still Remain Among Top Scorers After Round 16 First Leg</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.naijanews.com">Naija News</a>.</p>

mingooland · · 2 min read
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‘Ruben Amorim’s Wife, Maria Not Enjoying Life In Manchester’

<div><img width="300" height="209" src="https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Screenshot_20250307-104518-300x209.jpg" class="attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image" alt="Ruben Amorim's Wife Maria Not Enjoying Life In Manchester" style="margin-bottom: 15px;" decoding="async" fetchpriority="high" srcset="https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Screenshot_20250307-104518-300x209.jpg 300w, https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Screenshot_20250307-104518.jpg 437w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /></div> <p>Maria João Diogo, the wife of Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim, is reportedly facing challenges in adjusting to life in Manchester after relocating from Lisbon. Maria who married Ruben Amorim in 2013, moved to England with their two children following has husband’s appointment as Manchester United manager in November. However, adapting to the climate of […]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.naijanews.com/2025/03/07/ruben-amorims-wife-maria-not-enjoying-life-in-manchester/">‘Ruben Amorim’s Wife, Maria Not Enjoying Life In Manchester’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.naijanews.com">Naija News</a>.</p>

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Shearer Regrets Snubbing Fulham’s Calvin Bassey For United’s Bruno Fernandes

<div><img width="300" height="169" src="https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/1708902008610_a220c989-d2fb-4364-b60c-535f7a958b1d-300x169.jpg" class="attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image" alt="Calvin Bassey" style="margin-bottom: 15px;" decoding="async" fetchpriority="high" srcset="https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/1708902008610_a220c989-d2fb-4364-b60c-535f7a958b1d-300x169.jpg 300w, https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/1708902008610_a220c989-d2fb-4364-b60c-535f7a958b1d-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/1708902008610_a220c989-d2fb-4364-b60c-535f7a958b1d-768x432.jpg 768w, https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/1708902008610_a220c989-d2fb-4364-b60c-535f7a958b1d-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/1708902008610_a220c989-d2fb-4364-b60c-535f7a958b1d.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /></div> <p>Former Newcastle United striker, Alan Shearer regrets not declaring Super Eagles defender Calvin Bassey the man of the match during the FA Cup match where Fulham triumphed over Manchester United. Shearer, who was on media duties during the match, controversially awarded Manchester United’s Bruno Fernandes the Man of the Match title instead of Calvin Bassey […]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.naijanews.com/2025/03/04/shearer-regrets-snubbing-fulhams-calvin-bassey-for-uniteds-bruno-fernandes/">Shearer Regrets Snubbing Fulham’s Calvin Bassey For United’s Bruno Fernandes</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.naijanews.com">Naija News</a>.</p>

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Flying Eagles To Resume Camping On March 10 Ahead Of 2025 U-20 AFCON

<div><img width="300" height="209" src="https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Screenshot_20250213-150230-300x209.jpg" class="attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image" alt="The much-anticipated draw for the Africa Under-20 Cup of Nations has set the stage for an exciting tournament, with Nigeria's Flying Eagles placed in Group B alongside formidable challengers Egypt, South Africa, and Morocco." style="margin-bottom: 15px;" decoding="async" fetchpriority="high" srcset="https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Screenshot_20250213-150230-300x209.jpg 300w, https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Screenshot_20250213-150230.jpg 705w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /></div> <p>Nigeria’s Under-20 football team, the Flying Eagles, are set to reconvene for their training camp in Abuja starting Monday, March 10. This marks an important phase of the Flying Eagles’ preparations for the forthcoming 2025 Africa Under-20 Cup of Nations, which will take place in Ivory Coast. Currently, the Flying Eagles, celebrated for their seven […]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.naijanews.com/2025/03/04/flying-eagles-to-resume-camping-on-march-10-ahead-of-2025-u-20-afcon/">Flying Eagles To Resume Camping On March 10 Ahead Of 2025 U-20 AFCON</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.naijanews.com">Naija News</a>.</p>

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Ruben Amorim Throws Jab At Rooney For Doubting United’s Capacity To Win EPL

<div><img width="300" height="178" src="https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/images-2025-03-03T152607.485-300x178.jpeg" class="attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image" alt="Ruben Amorim Throws Jab At Rooney For Doubting United's Capacity To Win EPL" style="margin-bottom: 15px;" decoding="async" fetchpriority="high" srcset="https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/images-2025-03-03T152607.485-300x178.jpeg 300w, https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/images-2025-03-03T152607.485.jpeg 590w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /></div> <p>Manchester United’s head coach, Ruben Amorim, has responded to the harsh criticism levied by former club captain, Wayne Rooney, who labelled him “naive” for asserting that winning the Premier League is the club’s primary objective. Under Ruben Amorim’s management, United have faced a challenging season, experiencing their 10th defeat in just 24 matches after a […]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.naijanews.com/2025/03/03/ruben-amorim-throws-jab-at-rooney-for-doubting-uniteds-capacity-to-win-epl/">Ruben Amorim Throws Jab At Rooney For Doubting United’s Capacity To Win EPL</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.naijanews.com">Naija News</a>.</p>

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Turkish FA Reduces Jose Mourinho’s Punishment Amid Legal Tussle

<div><img width="300" height="215" src="https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Screenshot_20250301-161142-300x215.jpg" class="attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image" alt="Jose Mourinho" style="margin-bottom: 15px;" decoding="async" fetchpriority="high" srcset="https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Screenshot_20250301-161142-300x215.jpg 300w, https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Screenshot_20250301-161142.jpg 700w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /></div> <p>Jose Mourinho’s four-match suspension has been reduced to just two matches by the Turkish Football Federation (TFF), following a successful appeal lodged by his club, Fenerbahce. Jose Mourinho, 62, known for his contentious approach, has also seen his financial penalty cut from a hefty 1.6 million Turkish lira (approximately £35,000) to a much lighter fine […]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.naijanews.com/2025/03/01/turkish-fa-reduces-jose-mourinhos-punishment-amid-legal-tussle/">Turkish FA Reduces Jose Mourinho’s Punishment Amid Legal Tussle</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.naijanews.com">Naija News</a>.</p>

mingooland · · 2 min read
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