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Leading the charge was 53kg contender Christianah Ogunsanya, who opened her campaign in emphatic fashion. Ogunsanya breezed past Morocco’s Zineb Chabki with a 10-0 technical superiority win in the semi-finals, before maintaining her momentum to claim the top prize in the final

Eyewitnesses described Enang as being in high spirits during the match. Known among his peers as a passionate Arsenal supporter, Enang had cheered enthusiastically as the English Premier League club delivered a dominant performance against Real Madrid

Organized by Game Rush and Balmoral Promotions, the event follows the success of their previous tournaments, including December 2024’s Chaos in the Ring and the premier launch of Friday Fight Night in February 2025

The result places Nigeria in a precarious position, sitting fourth in Group C with seven points, trailing group leaders South Africa by six points. With only a few matches left in the qualifiers, the pressure is mounting on the team to turn their fortunes around

His performance not only sealed the three points for Nigeria but also saw him surpass Segun Odegbami to become the national team’s second all-time top scorer, with 25 goals to his name. The late Rashidi Yekini remains Nigeria’s record scorer

Osimhen, in stellar form this season, showcased his lethal finishing and movement, tormenting Antalyaspor’s defense. The Nigerian striker dismantled their backline with ease, single-handedly propelling Galatasaray to victory with a commanding performance that reaffirmed his status as a top striker

The final squad, unveiled on Tuesday, includes a mix of experienced players and newcomers. Among the four debutants are Tolu Arokodare, Papa Daniel Mustapha, Igoh Ogbu, and Kayode Bankole, all of whom will be hoping to make an impact in the crucial qualifiers

The provisional squad features four standout players from the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL), including Remo Stars' goalkeeper Kayode Bankole, Enugu Rangers' defender Ifeanyi Onyebuchi, and Niger Tornadoes' forward Papa Daniel Mustapha

The Nigerian forward converted confidently from the penalty spot after Galatasaray were awarded a spot-kick for a clumsy challenge in the box. The goal marked Osimhen’s 15th strike of the season, showcasing his poise and precision