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Young Nigerian Striker Julius Killed In Head-On Collision In Cyprus

Jude Obafemi, THEWILL -
August 21, (THEWILL) – A young Nigerian footballer, Paul Julius, has lost his life in a car accident in Cyprus. The 24-year-old striker had recently joined the Cypriot club. Enosis Neon Paralimniou, but his promising career was cut short...
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Google Doodle Pays Tribute To Nigeria’s ‘Goalsfather’ Yekini

Jude Obafemi, THEWILL -
October 23, (THEWILL) – On Monday, Google used their Doodle to commemorate the 60th birthday of legendary Nigerian footballer, Rashidi Yekini, widely revered as one of the country's greatest ever goalscorer. Nicknamed the "Goalsfather", Yekini overcame a challenging upbringing...
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Retired Nigerian Footballer Omolade Found Dead In Italy

Jude Obafemi, THEWILL -
June 15, (THEWILL) - Akeem Omolade, a former professional Nigerian footballer, was discovered dead in Palermo, Italy, as announced by his previous club, FC Torino, on Monday. Details of the circumstances leading to his demise are still sketchy, but the...
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Mended Fences: 1,000 Goals In Sight As Ronaldo and Portugal Reconciliation Takes Shape

Cristiano Ronaldo’s turbulent relationship with the Portugal national team could be heading towards an unexpected reconciliation, with reports suggesting the veteran forward may return for one final international chapter as he closes in on the historic 1,000-goal milestone.
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