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Eguavoen to Continue as Super Eagles Coach; Madugu takes over Super Falcons

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The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has confirmed that Augustine Eguavoen will continue in his role as head coach of the Super Eagles.

Eguavoen took charge of the Super Eagles in an interim capacity after the NFF failed to appoint a substantive head coach in time for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Benin Republic and Rwanda.

However, there were reports that Eguavoen had left the job after the Super Eagles’ 0-0 draw with the Amavubi of Rwanda.

The 58-year-old, in temporary charge of the squad, which he had led three times previously, steered the three-time African champions to a 3-0 defeat of Benin Republic and a scoreless draw with Rwanda in Matchdays 1 and 2 earlier this month.

A statement by Ademola Olajire, NFF’s director of communications, on Thursday, confirmed that the federation had approved Eguavoen’s continuation as head coach of the team.

“The Executive Committee of the Nigeria Football Federation on Thursday approved the recommendation of its Technical and Development Sub-Committee.

“The approval is for the Federation’s Technical Director, Coach Augustine Eguavoen, to continue in his role as Head Coach of the Super Eagles.

“He will lead the team in its 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matches against Libya next month,” he said.

Mr Olajire stated that Eguavoen and the current technical crew, which also includes Fidelis Ilechukwu, Daniel Ogunmodede, Olatunji Baruwa, and Tomaz Zorec, would continue to work together.

He added that they would also take charge of the Super Eagles B team for the qualifying campaign for the 2025 African Nations Championship, otherwise known as CHAN.

Mr Olajire also noted that with the departure of Randy Waldrum, the executive committee approved the recommendation of the technical and development sub-committee for Justin Madugu to lead the senior national women’s football team.

He explained that Madugu and the remaining technical crew would take charge of the senior women’s national team, the Super Falcons, pending the appointment of a substantive Head Coach.

Super Falcons’ next major engagement is the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations finals, taking place in Morocco in the summer of 2025.

 

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George Foreman: Boxing Legend, Global Icon Dies at 76

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By Njoku Chijioke

The world of sports has lost a titan. George Foreman, the legendary boxer who redefined heavyweight boxing and inspired generations, has died at the age of 76.

His family confirmed his passing on Friday, describing him as a devoted preacher, husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather.

Foreman dominated the boxing ring for over two decades, securing two heavyweight titles and an Olympic gold medal in 1968.

His legendary showdown with Muhammad Ali in the historic “Rumble in the Jungle” in 1974 remains one of the most iconic fights in boxing history.

Beyond the ring, Foreman built an empire. He became the face of the George Foreman Grill, a global success with over 100 million units sold.

He was also an ordained minister and an author, inspiring many with his resilience and faith.

Foreman’s legacy extends far beyond his powerful punches.

He shocked the world by reclaiming the heavyweight title at 45, proving that greatness knows no age.

His journey from boxing champ to business mogul and preacher solidified his place as a true icon.

Tributes have flooded in from fans and athletes worldwide, celebrating the life of a man whose impact stretched far beyond the sport.

 

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Osimhen’s Nephew Gets Photography Role at Galatasaray

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By Jesusemen Oratokhai

Super Eagles star Victor Osimhen has been hailed by his nephew for opening the door to a life-changing opportunity in professional sports photography.

In a heartfelt Instagram post, Osimhen’s nephew announced his new role as an official photographer for Galatasaray, one of Turkey’s biggest football clubs.

“Today marks a significant milestone as I begin my official photography journey in Turkey,” he wrote, expressing deep gratitude to Osimhen for believing in his dreams.

He shared a touching photo of himself with the Napoli striker, camera in hand, ready to capture unforgettable football moments.

Describing the opportunity as a dream come true, he looked forward to the exciting journey ahead.

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Osimhen Hits Hat-Trick as Galatasaray Crush Antalyaspor

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By Emmanuel Ogbodo

Victor Osimhen delivered a masterclass performance on Friday night, scoring a hat-trick as Galatasaray cruised to a commanding 4-0 victory over Antalyaspor at Rams Park.

The Nigerian forward opened the scoring in the 30th minute, finishing off a precise pass from Álvaro Morata.

Morata doubled the lead from the penalty spot just before halftime, and Osimhen struck again in stoppage time, capitalizing on an assist from B. Yılmaz. He sealed his hat-trick in the 52nd minute after a well-placed pass from Y. Akgün.

The emphatic win cements Galatasaray’s grip on the Turkish Süper Lig title race, extending their points tally to 71.

The league leaders remain unbeaten, boasting 22 wins and five draws, with a 10-point cushion over Fenerbahçe, who have played two games fewer.

Osimhen’s latest heroics take his league tally to 20 goals in 22 appearances, making him the league’s top scorer.

Since joining on loan from Napoli after the fourth match of the season, he has netted 26 goals and provided five assists across all competitions in 30 appearances.

The match also marked a milestone for head coach Okan Buruk, who celebrated his 100th game in charge. Before kickoff, he was honored with a commemorative plaque.

Galatasaray made several second-half substitutions, with Roland Sallai, Dries Mertens, and Mario Lemina replacing Yunus Akgün, Lucas Torreira, and Osimhen in the 68th minute.

Antalyaspor’s only real threat came in the 73rd minute when Van de Streek’s shot was denied by goalkeeper Fernando Muslera.

Galatasaray will now shift focus to their upcoming clash against Beşiktaş, looking to extend their unbeaten run and tighten their grip on the league title.

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