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UMUAHIA, ABIA STATE – Ambassador Dr. Osita Offor "De Ultimate Commander" (Ikenga Gburugburu of Ohafia and Nneato Ancient Kingdoms), has extended warm congratulations to Nigerian football icon, Kanu Nwankwo (Papilo), as he marks his 50th birthday. In a goodwill message issued on behalf of the United Abia Artistes and Patriots (UAAP) Forum and the OTTIMANIA Movement, both organizations under his leadership as President, Ambassador Offor described Kanu as not only one of Nigeria's greatest football ambassadors but also a founding member of the UAAP Forum whose influence continues to inspire generations of young Nigerians. He praised the former Super Eagles…

Manuel Neuer has expressed disappointment following FC Bayern Munich’s exit from the UEFA Champions League on Wednesday night. The veteran goalkeeper admitted that Bayern failed to show enough sharpness in front of goal during their semi-final clash against Paris Saint-Germain F.C. at the Allianz Arena. Goals from Ousmane Dembélé and Harry Kane saw the second-leg encounter end in a 1-1 draw. However, the French champions secured qualification to the final with a 6-5 aggregate victory. Reacting after the match, Neuer admitted Bayern came close but lacked the decisive finishing needed to book a place in the final. “We were missing…

Six teams are set to battle for the 2026 Kano State Federation Cup title. The teams include Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, sides Kano Pillars and Barau FC, as well as Nigeria National League, NNL, club, Bichi First FC. Others are Nationwide League One clubs Ahzuba FC, Pro Line FC and Chanji FC. Defending champions Kano Pillars and last season’s runners-up, Barau FC, have been drawn bye into the next round, thereby gaining qualification into the semi-finals of the competition. In the opening clashes, Ahzuba FC will take on Bichi First FC, while Chanji Boys FC will do battle with…

In their opening Serie A match, Napoli faced a 3-0 loss to Hellas Verona without Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen, who is anticipated to depart the club this summer amidst interest from Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain. Manager Antonio Conte chose not to include Osimhen in the lineup, awaiting the arrival of Romelu Lukaku from Chelsea. The match took a turn for the worse when star midfielder Khvicha Kvaratskhelia was forced off due to a collision with an opponent before halftime. After the break, Napoli struggled as Dailon Livramento scored the opening goal for Verona from close range. Daniel Mosquera doubled…