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Ashleigh Plumptre Reunites with Her Dad and Jay Jay Okocha in Lagos
Super Falcons star defender Ashleigh Plumptre had an unforgettable moment in Lagos recently as she reconnected with two very important people, her father and Nigerian football icon Jay Jay Okocha.
The meetup occurred during her visit to Nigeria. When Ashleigh walked into the room and saw her dad, her face immediately lit up. They shared a warm, emotional hug.
Many fans may not know this, but Ashleigh didn’t just wake up and choose Nigeria. It was something deeply personal. Her dad played a big part in helping her understand her Nigerian roots and encouraged her to embrace that side of herself.
Additionally, Jay Jay Okocha, one of the most respected names in African football stepped in, and Ashleigh greeted him with excitement and humility. They shook hands, exchanged smiles, and had a brief chat. Jay Jay praised her growth, commitment, and the pride she brings to the Super Falcons.
“Seeing my dad in Lagos again meant everything to me. We’ve shared this journey together, and moments like this make it all feel real. And to meet someone like Jay Jay Okocha, it’s just surreal. He’s a legend, and I’m honoured.”
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“Our Game Plan Worked”: Frank Onyeka on Super Eagles’ AFCON 2025 Victory
Nigerian player Frank Onyeka speaks on the recent match of the Super Eagles against Tunisia and shares what made the difference in our victory at AFCON 2025.
While interviewed, the player stated “I think our game plan worked really well. The way we pressed them high didn’t give them any chance to play, so that is what made the difference.”
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Super Eagles Star Calvin Bassey Opens Up on Nearly Walking Away from Football
Super Eagles defender Calvin Bassey has opened up about a difficult period in his career, revealing that he almost stepped away from football.
Speaking during a recent interview, Bassey shared that he once made a personal promise to himself to quit pursuing football professionally if he failed to secure a spot at a professional club.
“I remember being 15 and going into my final year, and I told myself that if I didn’t get into a professional club, I would quit football. It was that simple,” he said.
“I would just stop pursuing it seriously and only play for fun. Thank God I eventually got a club, because I honestly don’t know where I would be otherwise.”
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CAF Fines Egypt $5,000 Over Post-Match Media Violation After Zimbabwe Clash
It has been reported that the Confederation of African Football (CAF) fined Egypt $5,000 following their clash with Zimbabwe for failing to manage post-match media obligations.
It was noted that after the match, the Egyptian players ignored the media. This action was said to be a violation of CAF’s media regulations, which led to the fine being imposed.
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