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  By Chimaobi J N  Warri, Nigeria — Former international defender Sam Sodje has praised the resilience of Warri Wolves following their dramatic escape from relegation on the final day of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season. Warri Wolves secured their top-flight status with a hard-fought 2–1 victory over Abia Warriors in Ozoro on Sunday, a result that ensured their survival after a challenging campaign. Reacting to the outcome during a radio sports programme on Monday  Sodje described the victory as a testament to the team’s fighting spirit and determination under pressure.  “It takes character and belief to win a game of that magnitude,” Sodje said. “The players showed courage when it mattered most, and they deserve credit for keeping Warri Wolves in the Premier League.” The former Super Eagles defender also expressed optimism about the club’s future, particularly with plans for the team to return to the newly upgraded Warri City Stadium.  “Going b...

By Chimaobi J N.  Head Coach Eric Chelle has unveiled comprehensive Super Eagles squads ahead of the 2026 Unity Cup mini-tournament and upcoming international friendlies against Poland and Portugal, as Nigeria steps up preparations for major continental assignments. For the Unity Cup, scheduled to take place at Charlton Athletic’s The Valley from May 26 to May 30, Chelle has selected a 27-man squad blending experience, emerging talents, and standout home-based players. Goalkeepers: Francis Uzoho (Omonia FC, Cyprus), Arthur Okonkwo (Wrexham FC, England), Michael Atata (Ikorodu City) Defenders: Bruno Onyemaechi (Olympiakos, Greece), Emmanuel Fernandez (Glasgow Rangers, Scotland), Chibuike Nwaiwu (Trabzonspor AS, Turkey), Igoh Ogbu (Slavia Prague, Czech Republic), Obinna Igboke (Enugu Rangers), Elias Ochobi (Rivers United), Chibueze Oputa (Enugu Rangers) Midfielders: Wilfred Ndidi (Besiktas FC, Turkey), Raphael Onyedika (Club Brugge, Belgium), Tochukwu Nnadi (Olympic Marseille, France...

  By Chimaobi J N  WARRI-The management of Green Alliance Football Academy (GAFA) has announced the registration of three of its coaches for the upcoming NFF/CAF D Coaching Course organized by the Delta Football Association in collaboration with the Nigeria Football Federation. The five-day course, scheduled to hold from June 22 to June 26, 2026, is designed to enhance the technical, tactical, and practical knowledge of grassroots football coaches across Delta State. In a statement released by the academy, GAFA confirmed that Coach Ehis, Coach Makpor, and Coach Otes have been officially registered to participate in the training programme. The academy described the move as part of its continuous commitment to developing quality coaching personnel and strengthening its football philosophy at the grassroots level. According to the management, investing in coach education remains a key pillar in nurturing young talents and maintaining high training standards within the acade...