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CAF
09-07-2025
- Sport
- CAF
Chelle takes over as Nigeria CHAN coach, names provisional squad
Published: Wednesday, 09 July 2025 In a coaching shake-up just a month before the 2025 TotalEnergies African Nations Championship (CHAN), the Nigeria Football Federation has handed the reins of the home-based Super Eagles to Eric Sekou Chelle. Chelle's appointment comes after former handler Daniel Ogunmodede guided the team through qualification for the tournament, which will be hosted in August across Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania. The Malian-born Chelle, who is the coach of Nigeria's senior national team the Super Eagles, has now been handed the additional task of coaching the national team for home-based players. He now faces the daunting task of reshaping the squad and stamping his tactical identity in record time as Nigeria prepare to face defending champions Senegal, Sudan, and Congo in Group D. This marks Chelle's first assignment in charge of the Super Eagles B side and throws him directly into continental action, with expectations high for a team that finished runners-up at CHAN 2018. The squad entered residential camp this week at the Remo Stars Sports Institute in Ogun State, with Chelle overseeing proceedings for the first time since his appointment. Nigeria's opening two group games against Senegal and Sudan will be played at the Amman Stadium on Zanzibar Island, before they wrap up group play against Congo at the Benjamin Mkapa Stadium in Dar es Salaam. The Super Eagles B will be hoping Chelle's late arrival proves galvanising rather than disruptive, as they aim to improve on their past CHAN performances and finally lift the trophy. Provisional Super Eagles B Squad (35 Players) Goalkeepers: Henry Ani (Enyimba) Kayode Bankole (Remo Stars) Nurudeen Badmus (Kwara United) Lawal Mustapha (Shooting Stars) Ebenezer Harcourt (Sporting Lagos) Defenders: Sodiq Ismaila (Remo Stars) Waliu Ojewole (Ikorodu City) Bankole Afeez (Kwara United) Taiwo Abdulrafiu (Rivers United) Uzondu Harrison (Ikorodu City) Junior Nduka (Remo Stars) Mohammed Kabiru (Kwara United) Ngengen Leonard (Ikorodu City) Ifeanyi Onyebuchi (Rangers International) Stephen Manyo Egbe (Rivers United) Midfielders: Adebayo Olamilekan (Remo Stars) Adejoh Ojonugwa (Abia Warriors) Saviour Isaac (Rangers International) Musa Zayyad (El-Kanemi Warriors) Haddi Haruna (Remo Stars) Otaniyi Taofik (Rivers United) Papa Daniel Mustapha (Niger Tornadoes) Adam Aminu (Kano Pillars) Michael Tochukwu (Remo Stars) Forwards: Anas Yusuf (Nasarawa United) Adamu Abubakar (Plateau United) Shola Adelani (Ikorodu City) Sikiru Alimi (Remo Stars) Temitope Vincent (Plateau United) Ijoma Anthony (Abia Warriors) Atule Joseph (Enyimba) Ayomide Cole (Ikorodu City) Sunday Megwo (Abia Warriors) Aniekeme Okon (Rivers United) Godwin Obaje (Rangers International)
CAF
28-04-2025
- Sport
- CAF
Remo Stars clinch historic Nigeria Premier League title
Published: Monday, 28 April 2025 Remo Stars secured their maiden Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) crown on Sunday, edging Niger Tornadoes 1-0 at the Remo Stars Stadium to write a new chapter in their history. A late goal from Olamilekan Muhammed Adebayo in the 84th minute proved decisive, sparking celebrations as the Sky Blue Stars finally got their hands on the prestigious trophy. The crucial victory moved Remo Stars to 68 points after 35 matches, having recorded 21 wins, five draws, and nine losses. They hold a commanding 10-point lead over second-placed Rivers United, who sit on 58 points from 16 wins, 10 draws, and nine defeats. Abia Warriors occupy third place with 56 points, while Ikorodu City are fourth on 53 points as the league campaign approaches its final stages. A Journey Years in the Making Founded in 2004 by Kunle Soname under the name FC Dender, Remo Stars have steadily climbed the ranks of Nigerian football over the past two decades. Their ascent saw them earn promotion to the Nigeria National League (NNL) in 2010. However, progress was not always linear. The club faced relegation from the top flight in 2018 but showed resilience by bouncing back in 2021, securing a place in the NPFL after finishing second in the NNL playoff Group A. This title triumph marks a historic achievement not just for the club but also for the Southwest region. Remo Stars are the first club from the region to win the Nigerian top-flight title since Julius Berger lifted the trophy in 1991. So where does the club go from here?! 🎙️The gaffer, Daniel Ogunmodede shares his post match thought after sealing the NPFL title. #RemoReigns | #WeAreRemoStars | #NPFL25 — Remo Stars Sports Club (@RemoStarsSC) April 28, 2025 Looking Ahead With the NPFL title secured, Remo Stars now turn their attention to preparations for continental football, as they are set to represent Nigeria in next season's TotalEnergies CAF Champions League. It is a moment of immense pride for the club's management, players, and supporters, who have waited patiently for their rise to the summit of Nigerian football.
CAF
11-03-2025
- Sport
- CAF
Sadiq and Aribo return, home-based players included in Nigeria's squad for World Cup qualifiers
Nigeria's head coach, Eric Sekou Chelle, has announced a 23-man squad for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and Zimbabwe, with the return of Sadiq Umar and Joseph Ayodele-Aribo standing out as key selections. Both players were left out of the 2023 TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations squad but have now been recalled as Chelle looks to bolster the Super Eagles with experienced options. The squad also features two home-based players, goalkeeper Kayode Bankole (Remo Stars) and midfielder Papa Daniel Mustapha (Niger Tornadoes), in a move that highlights Chelle's commitment to integrating Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) talents into the national team setup. Their inclusion could open the door for more local players to earn international recognition. Chelle has largely kept faith in the core squad that represented Nigeria at AFCON, with Stanley Nwabali maintaining his place as the first-choice goalkeeper following an impressive tournament in Cote d'Ivoire. The defensive unit remains strong, featuring William Troost-Ekong, Calvin Bassey, Ola Aina, and Bright Osayi-Samuel, while the midfield is anchored by Wilfred Ndidi, Alex Iwobi, and Raphael Onyedika. In attack, Nigeria boasts a formidable frontline led by Victor Osimhen, who will spearhead the Super Eagles' charge for goals. He is joined by Ademola Lookman, Moses Simon, Samuel Chukwueze, and Victor Boniface, as well as Nathan Tella and Tolu Arokodare, giving Chelle plenty of firepower. Nigeria faces a tough challenge in Group C, where Rwanda currently leads the standings. The Super Eagles will play the Amavubi in Kigali on March 21, before hosting Zimbabwe in Uyo on March 25. With their World Cup qualification hopes on the line, Chelle's squad will need to secure maximum points to stay in contention for a place at the global tournament. Czech-based defender Igoh Ogbu (Slavia Prague) also makes the final cut, strengthening the backline, while Amas Obasogie of Singida Black Stars (Tanzania) completes the trio of goalkeepers alongside Nwabali and Bankole. The squad balances experience and youth, with key returns, home-based inclusions, and a wealth of attacking options. All eyes will now be on Chelle's men as they prepare for two crucial matches that could shape Nigeria's road to the 2026 World Cup. Squad Goalkeepers: Stanley Nwabali (Chippa United, South Africa) Amas Obasogie (Singida Black Stars, Tanzania) Kayode Bankole (Remo Stars, Nigeria) Defenders: William Troost-Ekong (Al-Kholood FC, Saudi Arabia) Bright Osayi-Samuel (Fenerbahce SK, Turkey) Bruno Onyemaechi (Olympiacos FC, Greece) Calvin Bassey (Fulham FC, England) Ola Aina (Nottingham Forest, England) Igoh Ogbu (SK Slavia Prague, Czech Republic) Midfielders: Wilfred Ndidi (Leicester City, England) Raphael Onyedika (Club Brugge, Belgium) Alhassan Yusuf Abdullahi (New England Revolution, USA) Alex Iwobi (Fulham FC, England) Joseph Ayodele-Aribo (Southampton FC, England) Papa Daniel Mustapha (Niger Tornadoes, Nigeria) Forwards:
CAF
17-02-2025
- Sport
- CAF
African club round-up: Remo Stars lose but remain in front in Nigeria
African football is alive every weekend with exciting league action around the continent and our weekly round-up of league action highlights a selection of the most important results. NIGERIA Remo Stars lost to Enugu Rangers in the Professional Football League on Sunday but still have a comfortable eight-point lead at the top of the table. Rangers beat them 2-1 in Enugu on Sunday allowing them to move into third spot and to within two points of second placed Shooting Stars, who lost 2-1 to Heartland in Owerri on Sunday. Remo Stars had been unbeaten in their last eight league games but were undone through goals in the first 50 minutes from Isaac Saviour and Kingsley Maduforo, before a late consolation from Hadi Haruna set up a nervy conclusion to the contest. Two of the three goals in Shooting Stars' loss at Heartland came from the penalty spot after Chukwuma Agor had the hosts ahead with a deflected effort. Stars equalised from the spot through Mustapha Adams, who had been fouled and got up off the gras to convert. Four minutes later, the home side were awarded a penalty and although Stars goalkeeper Mustapha Lawal saved John Bassey's kick, the referee ordered a retake with Bassey making no mistake the second time round. Rivers United slipped to fourth after a 1-0 loss to Enyimba in Aba where Imo Odot scored the game's only goal. ALGERIA A five-goal thriller saw Mouloudia Alger edge JS Kabylie 3-2 in Algiers on Thursday and restore a two-point advantage at the top of the standings as Ligue 1 returned to regular action after a six-week break. The club competing in CAF club competition have played catch up games throughout January and MCA were therefore a touch sharper than their visitors in the 'classico' with Tayeb Meziani's 78th minute goal proving decisive. MCA were 2-0 up after 65 minutes through Akram Bouras' deflected effort and Zakaria Naidji's tuck away. New Russian signing Ivan Ignatjev came off the bench to score JSK's first with a headed goal in the 72nd minute and a late consolation came from Redouane Berkane. Chabab Belouizdad had gone top the previous evening with their 3-0 home win over Khenchela in Algiers in a dream start for new coach Sead Ramovic, who joined from Tanzania's Young Africans. MC Alger sit on 31 points from 16 games and Belouizdad on 29. In third place are USM Alger on 26, having dropped points in a goalless draw at bottom of the log US Biskra on Friday. More key games are ahead in midweek with MC Alger at Paradou and Belouizdad away against Entente Setif on Thursday. ZAMBIA The top five teams in the Super League all won at the weekend, but defending champions Red Arrows were the big losers as they fell seven points behind after losing 1-0 to leaders ZESCO United as Pasco Phiri scored the only goal of the game in Ndola on Saturday. ZESCO have 46 points from 24 games, two more than Kabwe Warriors in second place, and a further two ahead of third-placed Power Dynamos. Nkana and Nkwazi both have 40 points. Warriors were 1-0 winners in Kabwe on Saturday as they edged Zanaco thanks to a strike seven minutes from full-time by Simon Tonga. Power Dynamos claimed a 2-0 victory at Atletico Lusaka on Saturday to keep their title chances alive as Fredrick Mulambia and a penalty from Brian Masanyinga gave them the points while Nkana defeated 10-man Green Eagles 1-0 as Clement Mwape's goal on the stroke of halftime in Kitwe on Sunday proved the difference. UGANDA Vipers extended their lead in the Premier League after two successive wins after the campaign's restart last week. They beat Marrons 1-0 in Kitende last Monday and followed that up with a 2-0 away triumph over Kampala Capital City Authority on Sunday. It was a fifth successive league win for Vipers, who are now three clear of National Enterprise Corporation, who dropped points in a 1-1 away draw against Police in Wakiso on Sunday. The two have a major points advantage over the rest of the pack with Vipers 10 points ahead of third placed Uganda Revenue Authority. MADAGASCAR AS Fanalamanga, with seven points, lead after three rounds of the national championship despite being held at home in Ambatondrazaka by Elgeco Plus on Saturday. The 0-0 draw moved Elgeco to five points. Fosa Juniors are third with four points but were held 0-0 by Disciples on Sunday in Mahajanga.
