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Rangers have completed the signing of Folarin Temitope from Ikorodu City, DAILY POST reports.

The Flying Antelope announced Temitope’s arrival in a brief unveiling video posted on the social media.

Temitope signed a two-year contract with the nine-time Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, champions.

He featured regularly for Ikorodu City in the NPFL last season.

Temitope is expected to give Fidelis Ilechukwu’s side another option in midfield as they bid to defend the NPFL title next season.

Rangers will begin their title defence with a clash against Katsina United in Enugu on Sunday, 30 August.

NPFL: Temitope joins Rangers from Ikorodu City

The Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, has denied demanding the resignation of Gianni Infantino as FIFA president.

NFF was reacting to rumours that they are part of the football associations that want Infantino to step down.

A statement released by NFF read: “Contrary to reports, especially on social media, @thenff has never asked and is not asking for @FIFAcom President, Mr. Gianni Infantino to step down as FIFA PRESIDENT.

“This is outright falsehood. Kindly disregard.”

This rebuttal comes as Infantino continues to fight for his future as FIFA president, following his failed attempt to sell off stakes in the World Cup to private investors.

UEFA have already threatened to boycott the 2030 edition if he refuses to leave.

NFF clears air on asking Infantino to resign as FIFA president

Azeez Falolu has left Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, side, Katsina United, DAILY POST reports.

Falolu is reported to be close to a move to defending champions Rangers.

The midfielder confirmed his departure in a farewell message to the Chanji Boys.

Falolu said the memories of his time with the Katsina-based club will remain with him forever.

“Thank you, Katsina United, for the unforgettable memories, the roaring days at Muhammadu Dikko Stadium, Saying goodbye is hard but the Chanji Boys spirit stays forever,” Falolu wrote in his farewell message.

“To the management, Thanks for the love and support throughout my playing days at the club, it’s such a privilege to represent the club.

“A special thank you to all my coaches who accompanied me and worked alongside me these past years. Thanks for playing a part in my growth as a person and player.

“I will stop wearing this shirt on the pitch but my love for the club and city will remain forever, wishing Katsina United success now and always.”

NPFL: Falolu announces departure from Katsina United

Cameroon midfielder Naomi Eto has declared the Indomitable Lionesses will give their all against defending champions, Nigeria’s Super Falcons, DAILY POST reports.

The Indomitable Lionesses will be up against the Super Falcons in a quarter-final encounter at the Larbi Zaouli Stadium, Casablanca, on Sunday.

Nigeria have never lost to Cameroon at the WAFCON, and are favourites to win the contest.

Eto however vowed they will give everything on the pitch against Justine Madugu’s side.

“Nigeria has great qualities, but a match is played on the pitch. One thing is certain – we will give everything on the pitch,” Eto was quoted by CAFonline.

The winner will face either hosts Morocco or South Africa in the last four.

WAFCON 2026: We’ll give everything against Super Falcons — Cameroon’s Eto

Super Falcons defender Miracle Usani has completed a move to Turkish Women’s Super League outfit, ABB FOMGET, DAILY POST reports.

FOMGET confirmed the signing of the 19-year-old on Saturday, with the left-back joining the club ahead of the 2026/27 season.

Usani becomes the second Nigerian to link up with the former Turkish champions this summer, following the arrival of Zipporah Agama from Spanish club Levante UD Femenino.

The highly-rated defender was part of Nigeria’s squad that won the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, making one appearance as the Super Falcons secured a record-extending 10th continental crown.

Usani also represented Nigeria at the 2022 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in India.

At club level, she helped Edo Queens win the Nigeria Women Football League, NWFL, title in the 2023/24 season.

Her impressive performances also earned her a place in the 2024 CAF Women’s Champions League Best XI.

Transfer: Super Falcons defender joins Turkish club ABB FOMGET

Niger Tornadoes technical adviser, Kabiru Dogo has assured that his team will be ready for the start of the 2026-27 Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, season.

The Ikon Allah Boys will kick-start their campaign against Enyimba at the Bako Kotangora stadium in Minna on Sunday, 30 August.

Niger Tornadoes are currently taking part in a pre-season tournament in Katsina.

Dogo says his team will make the best use of the tournament.

“At the moment, I would say we are about 60 per cent ready,” Dogo told the club’s media.

“Those matches gave us a good opportunity to assess the players, work on their fitness and improve the cohesion of the team. 

“We are going to use the pre-season tournament as the final phase of our preparation to fine-tune our strengths and identify areas where we need to make adjustments. 

“Our target is to reach about 80 to 90 per cent before returning to Minna, where we will use the remaining period to prepare for our first home game.”

NPFL: Dogo upbeat Niger Tornadoes will be ready for new season

Fenerbahce have opened negotiations to sign Napoli striker, Romelu Lukaku, according to Sky Sports.

It is understood that the former Chelsea and Manchester United striker is open to joining the Turkish club.

Napoli would be seeking around £8.6m for the 33-year-old, who has entered the final year of his deal.

Lukaku’s departure could help pave the way for the Serie A side to move for Arsenal striker, Gabriel Jesus.

Two exits are required before Napoli can consider bringing in the Brazilian, who has entered the final year of his deal at the Emirates.

Arsenal would be demanding around £18m-£20m for Jesus.

Transfer: Fenerbahce’s move for Lukaku to pave way for Jesus’ exit from Arsenal

The 2026 Africa Cup of Nations, WAFCON, enters its quarter-final stage on Saturday.

Ivory Coast will take on Algeria, while hosts Morocco play South Africa.

On Sunday, Nigeria will face Cameroon and Ghana clashes with Malawi.

Winners of the semi-final ties will claim automatic tickets to the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup.

According to the SuperComputer, Morocco vs South Africa will be the toughest game, but the Atlas Lionesses will win 1-0.

It also said Ivory Coast will beat Algeria 2-1, while the Super Falcons will edge a 2-1 victory over Cameroon.

Ghana, the last team to qualify, are also expected to defeat Malawi 2-1.

WAFCON 2026: SuperComputer predicts quarter-final fixtures

Jorge Messi, father of Argentina captain and Barcelona legend Lionel Messi, has died at the age of 68.

According to multiple reports from media outlets in Argentina and Spain, including Infobae, Jorge reportedly passed away in his hometown of Rosario, Argentina, on Friday night at around 10 p.m. local time.

“Jorge Messi, the father of Lionel Andrés Messi, died last night at 10 p.m. in a clinic in the city of Rosario, Argentina” according to information obtained by Infobae.

The reported death also comes after an emotional moment involving Messi during Argentina’s 2026 World Cup campaign.

The eight-time Ballon d’Or winner broke down in tears after scoring his first goal against Algeria.

Following the match, Messi insisted that his emotions were not related to football.

The Messi family confirmed that Jorge had been dealing with a health condition and was receiving medical treatment urging the public and media to respect the family’s privacy.

Jorge Messi played a significant role in his son’s career and was a key figure in managing Lionel Messi’s affairs throughout his rise to global football stardom.

Lionel Messi’s father, Jorge Messi dies at 68

Flying Eagles head coach, Abdu Maikaba has said his team will be gunning for revenge against Burkina Faso in the final of the WAFU B U-20 Championship, DAILY POST reports.

Sunday’s final will hold at the Stade Charles Konan Banny in Yamoussoukro,

It will also determine the second team from WAFU B zone that will join Ghana in the 2027 Africa U-20 Cup of Nations.

Burkina Faso defeated the Flying Eagles 2-0 in a group game earlier in the competition.

Maikaba is optimistic his side will get the better of the young Stallions this time around.

“I think this is an opportunity for us to redeem ourselves having lost to Burkina Faso in the group stage. Having played them before, we now have an idea of their shape and structure and we are working on how to capitalize on their weaknesses, while also consolidating on our own strength,” Maikaba told thenff.com.

The encounter will kick-off at 7pm Nigeria time.

WAFU B U-20 Championship: Flying Eagles going for revenge against Burkina Faso -Maikaba