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NPFL: Daniel Amokachi steps down from Lobi Stars coaching role

NPFL: Daniel Amokachi steps down from Lobi Stars coaching role

Former Super Eagles forward Daniel Amokachi has resigned from his role as the head coach of Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) club Lobi Stars, Afrosport reports. The 52-year-old on Tuesday stepped down from his position at the club following their 1-1 home draw against Katsina United last weekend. Amokachi joined Lobi Stars in October, following the sacking of Eugene Agagbe, with the club in 17th position...

Andrew Kamanga declared Zambia FA President for third term

Andrew Kamanga declared Zambia FA President for third term

Andrew Kamanga has been re-elected as the president of the Football Association of Zambia (FAZ) for a third consecutive term, Afrosport reports. Kamanga was confirmed as the sole candidate for the period covering 2025 to 2029 after the FAZ Electoral Committee revealed that the 58-year-old was the only nominee that met the eligibility criteria. Eight other candidates were disqualified after failing to meet the election requirements,...

Valladolid sack coach Diego Cocca after eight games in charge

Valladolid sack coach Diego Cocca after eight games in charge

Real Valladolid on Monday announced the sacking of manager Diego Cocca due to their poor run of form, Afrosport reports. Cocca, who joined Valladolid in December, has been relieved of his duties after just eight games in charge of the team. “Real Valladolid has decided to end Diego Cocca's time as head of the first team of the Blanquivioleta. The Argentine coach has been in charge of Pucela...

Osimhen scores brace as Galatasaray edge Rizespor in Turkish Super Lig

Osimhen scores brace as Galatasaray edge Rizespor in Turkish Super Lig

Victor Osimhen bagged a brace as Galatasaray defeated Rizespor 2-1 at the Caykur Didi Stadium on Monday night, Afrosport reports. After a goalless first half, Osimhen opened the scoring for Galatasaray two minutes after the restart. The Nigerian headed home a good cross from Polish midfielder Przemyslaw Frankowski to put the visitors in the lead. Gambia international Ali Sowe restored parity for the host seven minutes...