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Ehiosun Ready For Dream Team: 2012 Olympic Qualifiers

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Nigeria striker Ekigho Ehiosun has set his sights on helping Nigeria qualify for next year’s Olympic Games in London.

The Samsunspor forward, who is also a full international, is yet to get over Nigeria’s failure to reach the African Nations Cup, and said that that failure is fuelling his desire to be at the Olympic Games.

“It was a big disappointment for all of us when we lost the Nations Cup ticket. Everybody in the team was devastated,” Ehiosun said.

“But now, some of us have another chance to make Nigerians happy by qualifying for the Olympics and we don’t want to lose that opportunity.”

The forward is one of a host of Europe-based players Austin Eguavoen is counting on as he prepares to head for the CAF Under-23 tournament in Morocco, and Ekigho can hardly wait to get cracking.

“I’m just waiting for them to send my invitation. The club says they will release me if they get it on time. We have no choice but to do our best to qualify.”

The tournament kicks off on November 26.

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Rivers United Supporters  Club Chairman Sure To Win League

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The chairman of the Rivers United Supporters Club of Port Harcourt, Sunny Oguh, popularly known as ‘Total’ has said that he is optimistic his club will win the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) trophy this season.
According to him, despite the fact that United is currently occupying second position on the log, he is sure that they will win.
Oguh  said this in an exclusive interview with Tidesport in Port Harcourt, yesterday, saying that what they need is just to will their last away game.
“As chairman of the Rivers United Supporters Club, I have the confidence that the league is our own. We have shown capacity that we will win following the players’ impressive performance,” he said.
He urged fans and Rivers people to give moral support to the team because that’s what the team wants.
“I urge Rivers people and fans to give the team moral support, mostly spiritual support because God is the final answer”, Oguh said.
He used the opportunity to praise the management of the club for managing the club well.
“I must commend the entire management staff for good works they are doing because without good management the players would not have played very well like this”, he stated.
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Oborevwori inspires Warri Wolves to 1–0 win over Plateau United

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As the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) enters its decisive stretch, the presence of the Chairman of the Delta State Sports Commission, Onos Oborevwori, on Sunday inspired Warri Wolves to a hard-fought 1–0 victory over Plateau United at the Ozoro Township Stadium.

After 36 matches, Rangers International of Enugu lead the standings with 62 points, one ahead of Rivers United, while Shooting Stars of Ibadan sit third with 57 points.

With just two matchdays remaining, the 2025/2026 campaign has been one of the most intense and competitive seasons in recent years. Teams have gone head-to-head in a fierce battle for the title, continental slots, and survival, with several clubs fighting to avoid relegation.

For Warri Wolves—who only recently returned to the top flight after relegation—the season has been a mix of highs and lows. As the campaign nears its conclusion, the Delta State-owned side is pushing to finish strongly.

At the weekend, they took a significant step toward that goal with a narrow win over Plateau United. The victory was buoyed by strong support from Oborevwori, who was pitchside offering encouragement and motivation throughout the game.

Oborevwori has remained a visible and active figure in Delta sports, consistently backing teams and supporting players to achieve better results. In Ozoro, his presence proved influential as Warri Wolves secured the decisive goal that earned them all three points.

The win takes Warri Wolves to 46 points, placing them 12th on the table. With two matches left, they remain in contention for a top-10 finish, with only four points separating teams between eighth and 14th positions.

Determined to see the team finish on a high, Oborevwori has intensified his support, urging the players to win their remaining fixtures and capitalize on results elsewhere.

Speaking after the match, he commended the team’s effort and urged them to maintain the momentum.

“I am proud of the grit and determination shown today by Warri Wolves. Every match is a step forward, and every challenge is an opportunity to grow stronger.ppp

The journey continues, and we stand firmly behind the team.”

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European Giants Circle For Osimhen

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Victor Osimhen will be the centre of attention as several of Europe’s biggest clubs send scouts to yesrerday’s Intercontinental Derby between Galatasaray and Fenerbahce, with the Nigerian forward set to play a decisive role in the Super Lig title race

Representatives from Real Madrid, Barcelona, Bayern Munich, Arsenal and Juventus were expected to be present at Rams Park, underlining the scale of interest in both the fixture and its standout performers.

Reports in Turkish media indicate that the derby will serve not only as a key moment in the domestic title race but also as a platform for transfer discussions and strategic collaborations between clubs.

According to those reports, top European sides have secured places at the stadium with a dual purpose.

“Europe’s leading representatives will be present at the stadium within the framework of both player transfer and cooperation,” ,” Milliyet reported.

“Real Madrid, Barcelona, among many clubs, including Bayern Munich, Arsenal, Napoli and Juventus, have made reservations for today’s match.”

Osimhen was expected to be among the primary players under observation, alongside teammates Baris Yilmaz and Gabriel Sara, with scouts closely monitoring their performances in one of the most high-profile fixtures in Turkish football.

The report further noted, “Victor Osimhen, Yilmaz and Sara were at the top of the watch list and that the interest would mainly be in these players.”

It also highlighted broader discussions beyond player recruitment, stating, “Apart from this, ideas will be exchanged for strengthening relations between the clubs and new joint agreements.”

The Nigerian striker’s presence came at a crucial point in the season, with Galatasaray holding a four-point lead over second-placed Fenerbahce and knowing that victory would all but secure the league title with three matches remaining.

Osimhen recently returned from injury, making a brief appearance in the cup defeat to Genclerbirligi after missing four games, a period during which Galatasaray’s form showed signs of inconsistency.

His absence coincided with a mixed run of results in April, where the league leaders recorded two wins, one draw and one defeat, including a loss to Trabzonspor and a draw at home to Kocaelispor.

Defensively, Galatasaray have also shown vulnerability, conceding in each of their last six matches across all competitions, a concern ahead of a fixture that could define their campaign.

The derby follows disappointment in the Turkish Cup, where Galatasaray suffered a shock 2-0 home defeat to Genclerbirligi, while Fenerbahce were also knocked out after a 1-0 loss to Konyaspor

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