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Nigeria Cricket Team Qualifies For 2026 ICC T20 World Cup Africa Qualifier Finals

<div><img width="300" height="172" src="https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Yellow-Greens_1-300x172.jpg" class="attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image" alt="Nigeria’s male senior cricket team, popularly known as the Yellow Greens, continued their impressive form at the 2026 ICC World Cup Africa Sub-Regional Qualifier C, achieving successive victories by overcoming Eswatini by five wickets." style="margin-bottom: 15px;" decoding="async" fetchpriority="high" srcset="https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Yellow-Greens_1-300x172.jpg 300w, https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Yellow-Greens_1-768x440.jpg 768w, https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Yellow-Greens_1.jpg 800w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /></div> <p>Nigeria Cricket senior men’s team have secured their place in the 2026 ICC T20 World Cup Africa Qualifier finals after a remarkable performance throughout the qualifying rounds. The Nigeria cricket team achieved this milestone with one match still to play. The Yellow Greens, as they are fondly called, capped off their impressive run at the […]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.naijanews.com/2024/11/29/nigeria-cricket-team-qualifies-for-2026-icc-t20-world-cup-africa-qualifier-finals/">Nigeria Cricket Team Qualifies For 2026 ICC T20 World Cup Africa Qualifier Finals</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.naijanews.com">Naija News</a>.</p>

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José Mourinho Speaks On Cristiano Ronaldo’s Potential Move To Fenerbahçe

<div><img width="300" height="204" src="https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Screenshot_20241124-192102-300x204.jpg" class="attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image" alt="Jose Mourinho and Cristiano Ronaldo" style="margin-bottom: 15px;" decoding="async" fetchpriority="high" srcset="https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Screenshot_20241124-192102-300x204.jpg 300w, https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Screenshot_20241124-192102.jpg 566w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /></div> <p>Fenerbahçe’s manager, José Mourinho, has dismissed swirling rumours regarding intention to bring Cristiano Ronaldo to the Turkish club. With Cristiano Ronaldo’s contract at Al Nassr reportedly nearing its end, speculation arose that the Portuguese superstar might be interested in a return to European football under the guidance of his fellow countryman, Mourinho. In response to […]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.naijanews.com/2024/11/24/jose-mourinho-speaks-on-cristiano-ronaldos-potential-move-to-fenerbahce/">José Mourinho Speaks On Cristiano Ronaldo’s Potential Move To Fenerbahçe</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.naijanews.com">Naija News</a>.</p>

mingooland · · 2 min read
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BREAKING: Premier League Unveils 2025/26 Season Dates, Adjust Match Fixtures

<div><img width="300" height="197" src="https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Premier-League-Trophy-e1668580194886-300x197.jpg" class="attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image" alt="Supercomputer Predicts 2022/23 Premier League Title Winner" style="margin-bottom: 15px;" decoding="async" fetchpriority="high" srcset="https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Premier-League-Trophy-e1668580194886-300x197.jpg 300w, https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Premier-League-Trophy-e1668580194886-1024x673.jpg 1024w, https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Premier-League-Trophy-e1668580194886-768x505.jpg 768w, https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Premier-League-Trophy-e1668580194886-150x99.jpg 150w, https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Premier-League-Trophy-e1668580194886.jpg 1200w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /></div> <p>The English Premier League has officially announced the 2025/26 season schedule. In a statement released during the weekend, the league noted that the forthcoming season will commence on Saturday, August 16, 2025, with the concluding matchday planned for Sunday, May 24, 2026, promising an exciting journey throughout the season. To enhance player welfare, the league […]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.naijanews.com/2024/11/23/breaking-premier-league-unveils-2025-26-season-dates-adjust-match-fixtures/">BREAKING: Premier League Unveils 2025/26 Season Dates, Adjust Match Fixtures</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.naijanews.com">Naija News</a>.</p>

mingooland · · 2 min read
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NFF President Ibrahim Gusau Gets New Role In WAFU B

<div><img width="300" height="169" src="https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/NFF-president-Ibrahim-Gusau-300x169.png" class="attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image" alt="NFF: Gusau Arrives India To Support Flamingo Ahead Of U-17 WWC Semi-Final Clash" style="margin-bottom: 15px;" decoding="async" fetchpriority="high" srcset="https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/NFF-president-Ibrahim-Gusau-300x169.png 300w, https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/NFF-president-Ibrahim-Gusau-1024x576.png 1024w, https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/NFF-president-Ibrahim-Gusau-768x432.png 768w, https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/NFF-president-Ibrahim-Gusau-1536x864.png 1536w, https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/NFF-president-Ibrahim-Gusau-2048x1152.png 2048w, https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/NFF-president-Ibrahim-Gusau-150x84.png 150w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /></div> <p>The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) president, Ibrahim Gusau, has been elected as the 1st Vice President of the West African Football Union (WAFU) B Zone. The election took place in Niamey, the capital of Niger Republic, on Friday, coinciding with the ongoing CAF African Schools Football Championship, which serves as the qualifying tournament for WAFU […]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.naijanews.com/2024/11/22/nff-president-ibrahim-gusau-gets-new-role-in-wafu-b/">NFF President Ibrahim Gusau Gets New Role In WAFU B</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.naijanews.com">Naija News</a>.</p>

mingooland · · 2 min read
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Morocco 2025: Super Eagles Target Victory Against Rwanda Despite Key Players’ Absence

<p>Nigeria’s Super Eagles are aiming for victory against Rwanda, despite their AFCON qualification and key players’ absence.</p> <p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.arise.tv/morocco-2025-super-eagles-target-victory-against-rwanda-despite-key-players-absence/">Morocco 2025: Super Eagles Target Victory Against Rwanda Despite Key Players’ Absence</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.arise.tv">Arise News</a>.</p>

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Mikel Obi Explains How Kai Havertz Disrespected Chelsea Fans

<div><img width="300" height="190" src="https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/images-2024-11-13T182726.436-300x190.jpeg" class="attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image" alt="Mikel Obi" style="margin-bottom: 15px;" decoding="async" fetchpriority="high" srcset="https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/images-2024-11-13T182726.436-300x190.jpeg 300w, https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/images-2024-11-13T182726.436.jpeg 696w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /></div> <p>Former Chelsea midfielder John Mikel Obi believes that Arsenal forward, Kai Havertz disrespected the Blues’ fans during the North London derby last weekend. During the recent 1-1 Premier League draw at Stamford Bridge, Havertz, a former Chelsea player, believed he had scored for the Gunners. Despite facing boos from the Chelsea supporters throughout the match, […]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.naijanews.com/2024/11/13/mikel-obi-explains-how-kai-havertz-disrespected-chelsea-fans/">Mikel Obi Explains How Kai Havertz Disrespected Chelsea Fans</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.naijanews.com">Naija News</a>.</p>

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Howard Webb Reveals How VAR Helped West Ham Beat Man United

<div><img width="300" height="160" src="https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Screenshot_20221223-120438-300x160.png" class="attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image" alt="Howard Webb: Premier League Referees Boss Wants Players To Become Referees" style="margin-bottom: 15px;" decoding="async" srcset="https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Screenshot_20221223-120438-300x160.png 300w, https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Screenshot_20221223-120438-150x80.png 150w, https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Screenshot_20221223-120438.png 720w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /></div> <p>The chief refereeing officer of the Premier League, Howard Webb, has admitted that West Ham United were incorrectly awarded a penalty during their dramatic 2-1 victory over Manchester United. This controversial decision played a significant role in a match that ultimately led to the dismissal of Erik ten Hag as manager of the Red Devils. […]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.naijanews.com/2024/11/13/howard-webb-reveals-how-var-helped-west-ham-beat-man-united/">Howard Webb Reveals How VAR Helped West Ham Beat Man United</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.naijanews.com">Naija News</a>.</p>

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Niels Wittich Steps Down As Formula 1 Race Director, Rui Marques To Take Over

<p>Niels Wittich has stepped down as the Formula 1 race director, with Rui Marques set to take over</p> <p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.arise.tv/niels-wittich-steps-down-as-formula-1-race-director-rui-marques-to-take-over/">Niels Wittich Steps Down As Formula 1 Race Director, Rui Marques To Take Over</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.arise.tv">Arise News</a>.</p>

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Premier League: Chelsea Survives Arsenal’s Threats At Stamford Bridge

<div><img width="300" height="172" src="https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Screenshot_20241110-195841-300x172.jpg" class="attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image" alt="" style="margin-bottom: 15px;" decoding="async" fetchpriority="high" srcset="https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Screenshot_20241110-195841-300x172.jpg 300w, https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Screenshot_20241110-195841.jpg 668w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /></div> <p>In an exhilarating encounter at Stamford Bridge, Chelsea managed to withstand a spirited challenge from Arsenal, resulting in a tightly contested 1-1 draw that leaves both teams trailing behind Premier League leaders Liverpool by nine points. Chelsea entered the match with a boost, as manager Enzo Maresca was pleased to announce that Cole Palmer had […]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.naijanews.com/2024/11/10/premier-league-chelsea-survives-arsenals-threats-at-stamford-bridge/">Premier League: Chelsea Survives Arsenal’s Threats At Stamford Bridge</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.naijanews.com">Naija News</a>.</p>

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Eguavoen Calls Up Osimhen, Lookman, 20 Others For Super Eagles Matches Against Benin, Rwanda

<div><img width="300" height="233" src="https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/GZ1RU9eXwAELmIN-300x233.jpeg" class="attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image" alt="Super Eagles" style="margin-bottom: 15px;" decoding="async" fetchpriority="high" srcset="https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/GZ1RU9eXwAELmIN-300x233.jpeg 300w, https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/GZ1RU9eXwAELmIN.jpeg 628w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /></div> <p>Coach Augustine Eguavoen has announced a 22-man squad for the Super Eagles as they prepare to face Benin Republic and Rwanda in the crucial final rounds of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign. Leading the group are Super Eagles captain William Ekong, Atalanta’s Ademola Lookman, dynamic winger Moses Simon, and reigning Africa Player […]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.naijanews.com/2024/11/06/eguavoen-calls-up-osimhen-lookman-20-others-for-super-eagles-matches-against-benin-rwanda/">Eguavoen Calls Up Osimhen, Lookman, 20 Others For Super Eagles Matches Against Benin, Rwanda</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.naijanews.com">Naija News</a>.</p>

mingooland · · 3 min read
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