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NFCA thumbs Bosso, Flying Eagles charges them to be focus

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The Nigeria Football Coaches Association (NFCA) has commended the Chief Coach of the Flying Eagles, Isah Ladan Bosso,and Flying Eaglesas well as the back room staff for their display of hardwork and determination in the round of 16 match in their emphatic 2-0 victory over host Nation, Argentina in the on going FIFA Under 20 World Cup.


In a statement issued on Thursday in Abuja by the Public Relations Officer of Nigeria Football Coaches Association NFCA Etta Egbe said the Acting President of the Association, Dr. Isiaka Salami praised the leadership, technical and tactical efficiency of Coach Isah Ladan Bosso against Argentina which many have rated very high as favourites to win the 2023 Under 20 World Cup.

 He was full of praises for the boys, the Flying Eagles, who gave their best that made Nigeria to record this rare achievement against Argentina. 


Dr. Salami admonished the team to work towards taking the next three important steps to winning the Under 20 World Cup by maintaining that spirit of determination to win and hard work. He advised the team to celebrate less, be  focused and prepare more for the tasks ahead.


He stated that apart from the members of the Nigeria Football Coaches Association who are solidly behind the Flying Eagles, the entire country stands behind them.


This is the time Nigeria needs the U20 World Cup most. “We pray for you to succeed”, he added.

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Team Nigeria Jets to Cairo for 11th World Para Powerlifting Championships

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Joel Ajayi 


Excitement is high as Team Nigeria’s para powerlifting contingent departed Nigeria on Tuesday, October 7, for the 11th World Para Powerlifting Championships set to take place in Cairo, Egypt, from October 9 to 18, 2025. 


The milestone event marks the first-ever World Championships to be hosted on African soil, symbolizing a new era for the sport on the continent.


The first batch of Team Nigeria athletes left the country on Tuesday amid cheers and well-wishes from officials, fans, and supporters.

The second batch of the contingent is scheduled to depart tomorrow, October 8, from Lagos, completing the full team that will represent the nation at this landmark competition.


Speaking ahead of the departure, officials expressed confidence in the team’s readiness and determination to uphold Nigeria’s longstanding reputation as a force to be reckoned with, in global para powerlifting.


The National Sports Commission (NSC) reaffirmed its full support for the athletes, emphasizing the government’s commitment to promoting inclusivity and excellence in sports.

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