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Port Harcourt to host 2026 NWFL Super Six championship
Port Harcourt has been officially selected to host the 2026 Nigeria Women Football League Super Six Finals.
The highly anticipated tou...
NPFL: Remo Stars Boss rewards star striker Mbaoma with a brand new car
Remo Stars owner Kunle Soname has gifted a brand new car to forward Victor Mbaoma. The reward recognizes his standout individ...
Transfer News: Ancelotti to leave Brazil for club football after World Cup
French Ligue 1 club, Lille have announced that Brazil assistant coach Davide Ancelotti, the son of legendary manager Carlo Ancelotti, w...
Doye Diri dissolves Bayelsa United board, sacks players after NPFL relegation
By Michael Odetunde
Bayelsa State Governor, Senator Douye Diri, has dissolved the board and management of Bayelsa United following t...
13 states, clubs set for 4th Monimak Softball Championship in Ilorin
By Michael Odetunde
No fewer than 13 states and clubs will compete in the 4th edition of the Monimak Softball Championship in Ilorin...
DR Congo embarks on 21 days quarantine before arrival in United States for World Cup
DR Congo World Cup squad have been told to isolate for 21 days before they can enter the US because of the Ebola outbreak.
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UNICAL scraps Wednesday classes to prepare better for NUGA Games
The University of Calabar, UNICAL is pausing midweek classes in a bid to give student-athletes dedicated time to train for the upcoming...
Trabzonspor linked with summer move for Nigerian striker Tolu Arokodare
Trabzonspor are interested in signing Wolves forward Tolu Arokodare, according to recent reports.
Arokodare is heavily lin...
EFL: Onyeka targets Hull City clash after Coventry’s big win
Nigerian midfielder, Frank Onyeka has said Coventry City are fully focused on their upcoming clash against Hull City.
Fran...
Tuchel retains FA backing, to lead team into Euro 2028
England head coach Thomas Tuchel retains the backing of the Football Association and is expected to lead the team into Euro 2028.
A ...
Team Nigeria targets more relay slots in Botswana as its National Trials begins Friday
Three more home-based athletes, Miracle Ezechukwu, Ezekiel Asuquo, and Rosemary Nwankwo, have bolstered the Nigerian continge...
World Athletics blocks Ofili’s switch to Turkey ahead of 2028 Olympics
World Athletics has rejected an application by Nigerian sprinter Favour Ofili to switch her sporting allegiance to Turkey.
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Transfer News: Swedish giants Djurgården lock down Nigerian prodigy Angelo Agbejoye on five-year deal
Swedish Allsvenskan club Djurgården has officially secured the signature of highly-rated Nigerian winger Angelo Agbejoye.
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Super Lig: Gidado eyes strong finish with Gaziantep
Talented Nigerian midfielder, Victor Ntino-Emo Gidado is set to feature for Turkish Super Lig side, Gaziantep FK in their crucial leagu...
NPFL: Plateau United announces new venue for Ikorodu City Clash over security concerns
Plateau United have announced that their NPFL matchday 33 fixture against Ikorodu City will now be played at the Lafia City Stadium.
...
Unity Cup grabs official FIFA status ahead of London showdown
The Unity Cup has officially been recognized as a FIFA Tier 1 event, giving the tournament full international backing just da...
NPFL: Ogunbote cautions Plateau United against complacency after big win over Ikorodu City
Technical Adviser of Plateau United, Gbenga Ogunbote, has warned his players not to get carried away following their emphatic...
NPFL: Kano Pillars appoint Daniel Ogunmodede as new Technical Adviser
By Michael Odetunde
Kano Pillars have appointed Daniel Ogunmodede as their new Technical Adviser on two-year-contract ahea...
UCL: Injury Concerns mount for Arsenal ahead of crucial tie against Sporting
At least five senior players of Arsenal FC were absent from training on Tuesday, raising fresh concerns ahead of a decisive week for th...
“It’s a derby” – GFA President Okraku unfazed by World Cup clash with England
President of Ghana Football Association, GFA, Kurt Okraku, has expressed confidence ahead of the Black Stars' crucial group gtage encou...
NPFL: Abdallah expects tough task for Remo Stars ahead of Kwara Unitd visit
Technical Adviser of Remo Stars, Usman Abdallah has predicted a difficult outing for his side when they take on Kwara United on Sunday....
“No chance against a strong and physical Nigeria side”, Iran coach reacts after friendly defeat
Head Coach of Iran national football team, Amir Ghalenoei has admitted that the Super Eagles were too strong for his side in ...
NPFL: Ikorodu City star Arumala takes lead in top scorer race
Ikorodu City forward Joseph Arumala has emerged as the leading scorer in the Nigeria Premier Football League this season.
Arumala fo...
2026 Commonwealth Games: NWBF President, Johnson hails women’s team after quarterfinal qualification
President of the Nigeria Wheelchair Basketball Federation, Oluwaseyi Johnson has praised the national women's team for securi...
NPFL: Ranchers Bees appoint Usman Abd’Allah as Head Coach
Newly promoted Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL side, Ranchers Bees have announced the appointment of experienced tactic...
NPFL: Cash flow for Nasarawa United players, officials after emphatic win over Rivers United
Players and Officials of Nasawara United have been rewarded with the cash gesture of Six Million Naira following their big wi...
Benin, Togo, Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana athletes set for Dynamic Athletics Meet in August
Athletes from Benin, Togo, Côte d'Ivoire, Ghana and host nation Nigeria are gearing up for the highly anticipated Dynamic Athletics Mee...
Serie A: Okoye relishes Udinese’s stunning San Siro triumph
Experienced Nigerian goalkeeper, Maduka Okoye has described Udinese Calcio’s emphatic 3-0 win over AC Milan at the San Siro as a moment...
Morocco’s Hakimi rules African World Cup history
Morocco captain Achraf Hakimi has officially become the most-capped African player in FIFA World Cup history.
The Paris Saint-Germai...
Kwara United Queens intensify preparations ahead of NWFL Nationwide tourney
By Michael Odetunde
Kwara United Queens Football Club continued their preparations for the forthcoming Nigeria Women Football League...
Remo Stars create unwanted NPFL history with shock relegation
Football can be a cruel game, and Remo Stars just learned that lesson in the most painful way possible. In a stunning twist of fate, th...
Omewa bags brace as Super Falcons cruise past Senegal in dominant friendly win
Nigeria’s Super Falcons produced an impressive second-half display to beat Senegal’s Teranga Lionesses 3-0 in their second in...
Super Eagles’ goalkeeper, Olorunleke Ojo loses divorce suit against wife, Tosin Ojo
The Upper Area Court 1 sitting in Lokoja, Kogi State has struck out the divorce petition filed by Super Eagles' goalkeeper, O...
Transfer News: Top European clubs circle in as Fernandez’s stock soars
Talented Nigerian defender Emmanuel Fernandez is attracting growing interest across Europe after a standout season.
The 24...
Alalade concludes plans to reward Football teams in Oyun Local Government
Erstwhile ABS and Kwara United hitman Wasiu Alalade has concluded plans to reward all Football Teams in Oyun Local ...
Opinion: Iwobi has no regrets choosing Nigeria after 100th Super Eagles milestone
By Michael Odetunde
Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi has expressed pride and satisfaction over his decision to represent Nigeria a...
Serie A: Como FC enforces strict heading restrictions at youth academy
By Michael Odetunde
Italian serie A side Como FC has introduced strict restrictions on heading across his youth academy as...
Transfer News: Evra urges Manchester United to sign Osimhen to fix attacking woes
Former France and Manchester United defender, Patrice Evra, has declared that Nigeria's striker, Victor Osimhen could be the ultimate d...
NPFL: Finidi relishes Rivers United’s narrow win over Plateau United, eyes positive outcome against Pillars
Rivers United technical adviser George Finidi has expressed satisfaction with his team’s performance against Plateau United.
The Por...
Mustapha Jibrin swaps Kano Pillars for Ranchers Bees ahead of new NPFL season
Mustapha Jibrin swaps Kano Pillars for Ranchers Bees ahead of new NPFL season
Forward Mustapha Jibrin has officially completed his t...
El-Kanemi Warriors to face giant-killers Ikorodu City in President Federation Cup final
El-Kanemi Warriors of Maiduguri will battle Ikorodu City in the men’s Final of the President Federation Cup.
Three-time ch...
Motsepe welcomes corruption probe of CAF as Senegal–Morocco AFCON row heads to CAS
President of the Confederation of African Football, Patrice Motsepe, has said he would welcome any investigation into alleged...
Kwara to host 8th Sports Festival before end of 2026
The Kwara State Sports Commission has announced plans to stage the 8th edition of the State Sports Festival before the end of 2026.
...
Olusegun laments Nigeria’s consecutive FIFA World Cup miss
Russian-based Super Eagles forward, Olakunle Olusegun, has expressed frustration over Nigeria's inability to qualify for the ...
Sports Commission inaugurates boards of Nigeria para sports federations
The National Sports Commission has successfully conducted elections and inaugurated the boards of Nigeria Para Sports Federations with ...
“My role was small”, Aweroro hails Shooting Stars players after historic continental qualification
Shooting Stars technical adviser, Nurudeen Aweroro, has commended his players after the club secured a third-place finish in the Nigeri...
Hungry Pépé eyes more goals after firing Ivory Coast into historic World Cup knockouts
Nicolas Pépé has set his sights on hitting the back of the net in the knockout rounds after inspiring Côte d’Ivoire to a hist...
Niger Tornadoes unveil technical crew for 2026/27 season
Niger Tornadoes Football Club of Minna has officially announced its technical crew for the 2026/27 season following the appro...
Transfer News: Tusker FC signs Victor Mbaoma from Remo Stars
Kenyan giants Tusker FC have completed the signing of Nigerian striker Victor Mbaoma from Remo Stars on a one-year deal.
Mbaoma, who...
NFF inaugurates committees for ‘best-ever’ elections in Lafia
The road to the 2026-2030 Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) leadership cycle officially began on Thursday in Abuja.
At a c...
NWFL Super Six: Debutants Abia Angels stun former champions Rivers Angels
Winner David scored the decisive goal as debutants Abia Angels shocked former champions Rivers Angels 1-0.
David headed home the mat...
Ndidi, Iheanacho used ‘Juju Cream’ on injuries at Leicester – Vardy reveals
By Michael Odetunde
Former Leicester City striker Jamie Vardy has revealed that Nigerian teammates Wilfred Ndidi and Kelechi Iheanac...
Troost-Ekong urges overhaul after Super Eagles miss consecutive World Cups
Former captain of Nigeria's Super Eagles, William Troost-Ekong has declared that missing out on consecutive World Cups must serve as th...
Falconets coach charges Igala Nations Cup managers on professional ethics
Nigeria U-20 Women's National Team Assistant Coach Mansur Abdullahi has called on coaches participating in the forthcoming 10th Igala N...
NWFL: Osun Babes declare Olowokere AWOL
The management of Osun Babes has stated that their Head Coach, Bankole Olowokere has left the club without the club's approval.
Olow...
“Quadri was a walk-past role”, Taaooma reveals inspiration behind her comedy concepts
Prominent Nigerian skit maker and actress Maryam Apaokagi, widely known as Taooma, has credited her mother and the idiosyncratic behavi...
NPFL: Daniel Ogunmodede spotted in Kano amid Kano Pillars interest
Former Remo Stars head coach Daniel Ogunmodede has been spotted in Kano State, fueling speculation over a possible move to Kano Pillars...
Hakimi to face trial in France over alleged rape case
A French appeals court on Friday ruled that Paris Saint-Germain defender Achraf Hakimi will stand trial over allegations of r...
EPL: Ola Aina resumes Nottingham Forest training ahead of Bournemouth clash
Nottingham Forest head coach Vitor Pereira has disclosed that Super Eagles defender Ola Aina has resumed training with the team ahead o...
Onuachu’s wonder goal wins Turkish Super Lig season award
Nigeria striker Paul Onuachu has been named the winner of the Turkish Süper Lig Goal of the Season award.
The award was presented fo...
NFF lauds FG on inauguration of Nigeria Anti-Doping Board, congratulates Illo
The Nigeria Football Federation has commended the Federal Government on Thursday’s inauguration of the Technical Board of the...
Super Eagles ready to fight for Unity Cup glory — Nnadi
Super Eagles midfielder, Tochukwu Nnadi has declared that Nigeria is in London to win the Unity Cup.
Nnadi made ...
NPFL: Barau FC retains 21 players for 2026/27 season
Barau FC have officially confirmed the list of players retained for the 2026/27 season following consultations between the club's manag...
ANFASSC made significant impact at Nathaniel Idowu U-14 Football League Super 4 Finals
The Authentic Nigeria Football and Allied Sports Supporters Club (ANFASSC) proudly participated in the grand finale of the Na...
It’s a full house as Abiodun, Monday complete Super Falcons’ roster for WAFCON 2026
The duo of Nigerian stars, Deborah Abiodun and Gift Monday have finally arrived at the Super Falcons' Marriott Hotel camp in Casablanca...
El Kanemi wanted me to stay – Kabiru Dogo
President Federation Cup-winning coach Kabiru Dogo has disclosed that El Kanemi Warriors wanted him to remain at the club des...
Ranchers Bees suspend recognition of club leadership positions
Ranchers Bees Football Club proprietor, Sadiq Umar, has announced the suspension of recognition for all leadership positions within the...
Portable and Charles Okocha rematch explodes into chaos ahead of July 31 fight
Zazu crooner Portable and Charles Okocha are officially set for a high-stakes boxing rematch on July 31 following a wild press conferen...
Gaa Akanbi FC stage a dramatic comeback to win 2026 AMAPRO Football Championship
Gaa Akanbi FC have been crowned champions of the 2026 Amapro Football Championship after defeating Dickalo FA 4-3 on penaltie...
Mikel Obi blasts Enzo Fernandez: “No player is bigger than the club”
Chelsea legend John Obi Mikel has slammed Enzo Fernandez for his lack of leadership and "disrespectful" comments following the team’s C...
NPFL: Kwara United escape relegation despite heavy defeat to Bayelsa United
Kwara United suffered a disappointing 4-0 defeat to Bayelsa United in their final game of the Nigeria Premier Football League season pl...
EPL: Maresca set to replace Guardiola as next Manchester City manager
As BBC Sport reported on Monday, iconic City boss Guardiola is expected to leave the club following Sunday's game against Ast...
NPFL salary policy achievable with adequate sponsorship – Kwara FA Chairman
The Chairman of the Kwara State Football Association, Mallam Idris Musa Abdullahi, has said that adequate corporate sponsorship of the ...
Bayelsa Queens set to part ways with coach Whyte Ogbonda after missing out on NWFL title
Bayelsa Queens are ready to part ways with their head coach, Whyte Ogbonda. The club management is preparing to let him go after a full...
NPFL: “We were not lucky”, Magin reacts to Tornadoes’ loss to Abia Warriors
Coach Mohammed Magin of Niger Tornadoes has blamed his side's defeat to Abia Warriors o profligacy.
The Ikon Allah fell to 2-1 defea...
Elkanemi Warriors eyes President Federation Cup glory ahead of final
El-Kanemi Warriors technical adviser Kabiru Dogo has declared his team fully prepared for their upcoming battle against Ikoro...
NLO provides career opportunities for young footballers – Ogunlowo
By Michael Odetunde
The Chief Operating Officer of the Nigeria Nationwide League One (NLO), Dr. Shola Ogunlowo, ...
Kogi United announces end-of-season break after missing NNL promotion
Kogi United have announced an official end-of-season break for both players and club officials.
The management team finali...
NPFL: Aweroro targets away turnaround as Shooting Stars face Remo test
Technical adviser Nurudeen Aweroro has vowed to improve Shooting Stars’ struggles in away fixtures after a poor run on the road.
The...
Kwara government sanction floating of Kwara United Queens to boost women’s sports
Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has officially approved the establishment of Kwara United Queens Football Club to promote w...
Calvin Bassey sweeps into Warsaw as Super Eagles target Poland win
Experienced Fulham defender Calvin Bassey has arrived at the Super Eagles’ Warsaw Presidential Hotel camp ahead of Wednesday’...
NPFL demands digital overhaul as clubs miss out on millions in revenue
The Chief Operating Officer of the Nigeria Premier Football League, Chief Davidson Owumi, has sounded the alarm that the league and its...
NPFL fines Bendel Insurance N5M for multiple misconducts
The Nigeria Premier Football League has sanctioned Bendel Insurance FC following multiple breaches of league regula...
Burna Boy, Shakira’s ‘Dai Dai’ becomes highest-charting World Cup song in history
Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Burna Boy has achieved another major milestone as his collaborative World Cup anthem with Colombian supe...
Ahmed Musa commends Kano Pillars fans, officials for retaining NPFL status, assures stronger team next season
By Michael Odetunde
The General Manager of Kano Pillars Football Club, Ahmed Musa MON, OON, has commended the management, staff, pla...
NSC confirms November 27 as kickoff date for 2026 National Sports Festival
The National Sports Commission, NSC has officially announced that the 2026 National Sports Festival, tagged Coal Ci...
From free water to oil deals: Rethinking sponsorship as the ultimate elixir for stranded Nigerian clubs
Nigerian sports branding and marketing expert Tomiwa Lawal has stated that corporate sponsorship remains the ultimate solution to the h...
NWFL: “We are making things work”, Danjuma speaks on Nasarawa Amazons’ win over Dannaz Ladies
Coach Christopher Danjuma of Nasarawa Amazons has disclosed that his side's hard fought win over Dannaz Ladies was evidence o...
NSC DG, Hon. Olopade appoints Bayo Adegboyega as media consultant
The Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Hon. Bukola Olopade has appointed renowned sports journalist an...
Chelle explains fresh blood infusion for Super Eagles
Super Eagles head coach Éric Chelle has opened up about his tactical decision to inject several fresh faces into the squad during recen...
A voice silenced: The heartbreaking loss of Temisan Okomi
The Nigerian media community is in deep mourning following the sudden passing of beloved Classic FM 97.3 broadcaster, Temisan...
Simon, Adams on target as Super Eagles fly above Iran in Antalya
Nigeria’s Super Eagles continued their evolution under Eric Chelle with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Iran in an internation...
Flamingos edge Benin in five-goal thriller to move closer to FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup qualification
Nigeria's Flamingos secured a hard-fought 3-2 victory over Benin Republic in the first leg of their 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's Wo...
Gaa Akanbi FC, Dickalo FC shoot their ways to AMAPRO Football Championship 2026 final
The semifinals of 2026 AMAPRO Football Championship delivered drama, comebacks and penalty shootout heartbreaks as Dickalo FC...
NPFL: Finidi George reacts as Rivers United edge Kun Khalifat in six-goal thriller
Rivers United technical adviser George Finidi has admitted his side had to dig deep to secure a hard-fought victory over Kun Khalifat F...
Busari talks up early preparations for Flamingos’ better performances at FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup
Head Coach of Nigeria's U-17 women's national team, the Flamingos, Akeem Busari, has emphasized that early preparation will b...
FIFA World Cup: Ghana protests Canada’s visa denial for Partey ahead of Panama clash
Ghana has formally protested Canada’s decision to deny a World Cup visa to midfielder Thomas Partey, who is facing rape charges in Brit...
Choosing athletics over football was the best decision of my life – Patience Okon George
Nigerian 400m star Patience Okon George has revealed that choosing athletics over her initial dream of playing football remains the bes...
NPFL: Ranchers Bees complete signing of goalkeeper Suleiman Temitope Hussaini
Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL newcomers Ranchers Bees Football Club have completed the signing of highly rated goalkeeper Sulei...
New Healthcare Reform Bill Advances Through Congress
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“Quadri was a walk-past role”, Taaooma reveals inspiration behind her comedy concepts
Prominent Nigerian skit maker and actress Maryam Apaokagi, widely known as Taooma, has credited her mother and the idiosyncratic behavi...
Unity Cup: Francis Uzoho to lead Super Eagles as captain for crucial Zimbabwe clash
Omonia Nicosia goalkeeper Francis Uzoho will captain the Super Eagles in tonight’s Unity Cup semi-final encounter against the Warriors ...
Flamingos edge Benin in five-goal thriller to move closer to FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup qualification
Nigeria's Flamingos secured a hard-fought 3-2 victory over Benin Republic in the first leg of their 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's Wo...
NPFL: Abdallah expects tough task for Remo Stars ahead of Kwara Unitd visit
Technical Adviser of Remo Stars, Usman Abdallah has predicted a difficult outing for his side when they take on Kwara United on Sunday....
NSC confirms November 27 as kickoff date for 2026 National Sports Festival
The National Sports Commission, NSC has officially announced that the 2026 National Sports Festival, tagged Coal Ci...
Transfer News: Barcelona agree deal to sign Karim Adeyemi
Barcelona have agreed a deal to sign forward Karim Adeyemi from Bundesliga side Borussia Dortmund.
The LaLiga champions will pay an ...
Falconets coach charges Igala Nations Cup managers on professional ethics
Nigeria U-20 Women's National Team Assistant Coach Mansur Abdullahi has called on coaches participating in the forthcoming 10th Igala N...
Benin, Togo, Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana athletes set for Dynamic Athletics Meet in August
Athletes from Benin, Togo, Côte d'Ivoire, Ghana and host nation Nigeria are gearing up for the highly anticipated Dynamic Athletics Mee...
Morocco’s Hakimi rules African World Cup history
Morocco captain Achraf Hakimi has officially become the most-capped African player in FIFA World Cup history.
The Paris Saint-Germai...
Kwara to host 8th Sports Festival before end of 2026
The Kwara State Sports Commission has announced plans to stage the 8th edition of the State Sports Festival before the end of 2026.
...
Commonwealth Games: Ezuruike wins first medal for Team Nigeria, bags instant $2,000 reward
Team Nigeria has opened its medal account at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games in impressive fashion, with Paralympian Rola...
NPFL: Ranchers Bees complete signing of goalkeeper Suleiman Temitope Hussaini
Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL newcomers Ranchers Bees Football Club have completed the signing of highly rated goalkeeper Sulei...
“My role was small”, Aweroro hails Shooting Stars players after historic continental qualification
Shooting Stars technical adviser, Nurudeen Aweroro, has commended his players after the club secured a third-place finish in the Nigeri...
Transfer News: Plateau United chasing goal-machine Mbaoma to lead new attack
Plateau United are making an ambitious move to sign star forward Victor Mbaoma to lead their attack for the upcoming football season.
...
Olusegun laments Nigeria’s consecutive FIFA World Cup miss
Russian-based Super Eagles forward, Olakunle Olusegun, has expressed frustration over Nigeria's inability to qualify for the ...
Flying Eagles begin WAFU B U-20 title defence with 4-2 win over Ghana
Nigeria's Flying Eagles kicked off the defence of their WAFU B U-20 Championship title with an impressive 4-2 victory over rivals Ghana...
Hakimi to face trial in France over alleged rape case
A French appeals court on Friday ruled that Paris Saint-Germain defender Achraf Hakimi will stand trial over allegations of r...
NPFL: “We were not lucky”, Magin reacts to Tornadoes’ loss to Abia Warriors
Coach Mohammed Magin of Niger Tornadoes has blamed his side's defeat to Abia Warriors o profligacy.
The Ikon Allah fell to 2-1 defea...
Ndidi, Iheanacho used ‘Juju Cream’ on injuries at Leicester – Vardy reveals
By Michael Odetunde
Former Leicester City striker Jamie Vardy has revealed that Nigerian teammates Wilfred Ndidi and Kelechi Iheanac...
Team Nigeria targets more relay slots in Botswana as its National Trials begins Friday
Three more home-based athletes, Miracle Ezechukwu, Ezekiel Asuquo, and Rosemary Nwankwo, have bolstered the Nigerian continge...
“We’re Not Happy” – Wike blasts Super Eagles over 2026 World Cup failure
Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, has publicly called out the Super Eagles over their failure to qu...
FIFA World Cup: Morocco rally past stubborn Haiti to book knockout round 32 berth
Atlas Lions of Morocco secured their place in the Round of 32 after staging a remarkable comeback to defeat Haiti 4-2 in an entertainin...
Stranded US athletes force one-day delay for AFN Commonwealth Games Trials
The Athletics Federation of Nigeria, AFN has pushed back the start of the national trials by one day to help stranded US-based athletes...
Transfer News: Top NPFL clubs jostle for Baruwa’s signature
Several top Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL clubs are in a fierce race to secure the services of Olatunji Baruwa MON, the highly ...
UNICAL scraps Wednesday classes to prepare better for NUGA Games
The University of Calabar, UNICAL is pausing midweek classes in a bid to give student-athletes dedicated time to train for the upcoming...
Ahmed Musa commends Kano Pillars fans, officials for retaining NPFL status, assures stronger team next season
By Michael Odetunde
The General Manager of Kano Pillars Football Club, Ahmed Musa MON, OON, has commended the management, staff, pla...
Tuchel retains FA backing, to lead team into Euro 2028
England head coach Thomas Tuchel retains the backing of the Football Association and is expected to lead the team into Euro 2028.
A ...
Super Eagles ready to fight for Unity Cup glory — Nnadi
Super Eagles midfielder, Tochukwu Nnadi has declared that Nigeria is in London to win the Unity Cup.
Nnadi made ...
Trabzonspor linked with summer move for Nigerian striker Tolu Arokodare
Trabzonspor are interested in signing Wolves forward Tolu Arokodare, according to recent reports.
Arokodare is heavily lin...
Lawal defends Commonwealth Games title with record-breaking gold as Team Nigeria surge in medal haul
Team Nigeria's Rafiatu Folashade Lawal successfully defended her Commonwealth Games title in commanding fashion, breaking records on he...
13 states, clubs set for 4th Monimak Softball Championship in Ilorin
By Michael Odetunde
No fewer than 13 states and clubs will compete in the 4th edition of the Monimak Softball Championship in Ilorin...
Nigerian football mourns as Wikki Tourists defender dies in tragic auto crash
Wikki Tourists FC has officially announced the tragic passing of its talented defender, Kabiru Mohammed, following a fatal au...
Doye Diri dissolves Bayelsa United board, sacks players after NPFL relegation
By Michael Odetunde
Bayelsa State Governor, Senator Douye Diri, has dissolved the board and management of Bayelsa United following t...
Morocco 2026: Captain Chidi nets hat-trick as Flamingos trounce Guinea 5-0 in Abidjan
Nigeria’s U17 girls, the Flamingos, put up a commanding performance with a resounding 5-0 victory over Guinea ...
International allegiance: Why Arthur Okonkwo swapped England for the Super Eagles
Former Arsenal goalkeeper Arthur Okonkwo has opened up about his decision to pledge his international future to Nigeria'...
Serie A: Como FC enforces strict heading restrictions at youth academy
By Michael Odetunde
Italian serie A side Como FC has introduced strict restrictions on heading across his youth academy as...
Motsepe welcomes corruption probe of CAF as Senegal–Morocco AFCON row heads to CAS
President of the Confederation of African Football, Patrice Motsepe, has said he would welcome any investigation into alleged...
AMAPRO, PMI Nigeria train sports stakeholders on project management, leadership skills
By Michael Odetunde
The AMAPRO Africa Development Program in partnership with the Project Management Institute, PMI Nigeri...
Portable and Charles Okocha rematch explodes into chaos ahead of July 31 fight
Zazu crooner Portable and Charles Okocha are officially set for a high-stakes boxing rematch on July 31 following a wild press conferen...
Bayelsa Queens set to part ways with coach Whyte Ogbonda after missing out on NWFL title
Bayelsa Queens are ready to part ways with their head coach, Whyte Ogbonda. The club management is preparing to let him go after a full...
From free water to oil deals: Rethinking sponsorship as the ultimate elixir for stranded Nigerian clubs
Nigerian sports branding and marketing expert Tomiwa Lawal has stated that corporate sponsorship remains the ultimate solution to the h...
Super Eagles’ goalkeeper, Olorunleke Ojo loses divorce suit against wife, Tosin Ojo
The Upper Area Court 1 sitting in Lokoja, Kogi State has struck out the divorce petition filed by Super Eagles' goalkeeper, O...
Serie A: Okoye relishes Udinese’s stunning San Siro triumph
Experienced Nigerian goalkeeper, Maduka Okoye has described Udinese Calcio’s emphatic 3-0 win over AC Milan at the San Siro as a moment...
NPFL: Remo Stars Boss rewards star striker Mbaoma with a brand new car
Remo Stars owner Kunle Soname has gifted a brand new car to forward Victor Mbaoma. The reward recognizes his standout individ...
Gaa Akanbi FC, Dickalo FC shoot their ways to AMAPRO Football Championship 2026 final
The semifinals of 2026 AMAPRO Football Championship delivered drama, comebacks and penalty shootout heartbreaks as Dickalo FC...
Kwara government sanction floating of Kwara United Queens to boost women’s sports
Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has officially approved the establishment of Kwara United Queens Football Club to promote w...
Nigeria books date with European giants in high-profile summer schedule
The Nigeria Super Eagles are gearing up for a high-profile summer of football as the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) confir...
Kwara United unveil 16 new players, target NPFL title, Federation Cup glories
Kwara United Football Club has officially unveiled 16 new players across all departments ahead of the 2026/27 Nigeria Premier...
World Athletics releases entry standards for Beijing 2027 championships
World Athletics has officially unveiled the qualification standards for the 2027 World Athletics Championships scheduled to t...
NPFL fines Bendel Insurance N5M for multiple misconducts
The Nigeria Premier Football League has sanctioned Bendel Insurance FC following multiple breaches of league regula...
No fatalities as Rivers United team bus encounter road accident ahead of Federation Cup clash
Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL side, Rivers United team bus was involved in a road accident on Thursday along the Obir...
FIFA World Cup: Ghana protests Canada’s visa denial for Partey ahead of Panama clash
Ghana has formally protested Canada’s decision to deny a World Cup visa to midfielder Thomas Partey, who is facing rape charges in Brit...
NPFL: Barau FC retains 21 players for 2026/27 season
Barau FC have officially confirmed the list of players retained for the 2026/27 season following consultations between the club's manag...
It’s a full house as Abiodun, Monday complete Super Falcons’ roster for WAFCON 2026
The duo of Nigerian stars, Deborah Abiodun and Gift Monday have finally arrived at the Super Falcons' Marriott Hotel camp in Casablanca...
14th Women AFCON: African queens target high-margin win against debutants Malawi
Cup-holders Nigeria aim to kick off their defence of the Women Africa Cup of Nations title in an emphatic manner when they lock horns w...
El Kanemi wanted me to stay – Kabiru Dogo
President Federation Cup-winning coach Kabiru Dogo has disclosed that El Kanemi Warriors wanted him to remain at the club des...
NPFL: Ikorodu City star Arumala takes lead in top scorer race
Ikorodu City forward Joseph Arumala has emerged as the leading scorer in the Nigeria Premier Football League this season.
Arumala fo...
NPFL: Mangut urges calm as Nasarawa United struggle continues
Nasarawa United technical adviser Mbwas Mangut has urged fans to remain patient despite the team’s recent struggles.
The S...
Ucheibe leaves Benfica after six trophy-laden years
Experienced Super Falcons midfielder Christy Ucheibe has officially parted ways with Portuguese champions Benfica following the expirat...
WAFCON 2026: Nigerian referee Yemisi Akintoye makes CAF list
The Confederation of African Football, CAF has selected Nigerian referee Yemisi Akintoye as one of the match officials for th...
UCL: Injury Concerns mount for Arsenal ahead of crucial tie against Sporting
At least five senior players of Arsenal FC were absent from training on Tuesday, raising fresh concerns ahead of a decisive week for th...
NPFL: Imama downplays buzz ahead oriental derby clash with Enyimba
Technical Adviser of Abia Warriors, Imama Amapakabo has disclosed that there's not special preparation for his team's next fi...
Gaa Akanbi FC stage a dramatic comeback to win 2026 AMAPRO Football Championship
Gaa Akanbi FC have been crowned champions of the 2026 Amapro Football Championship after defeating Dickalo FA 4-3 on penaltie...
Organisers confirm Kaduna State readiness to host 2026 Beach Volleyball tour
The Chairman of the Control Committee, Mallam Ibrahim Attahiru, has expressed immense satisfaction with the quality of facilities inspe...
Mustapha Jibrin swaps Kano Pillars for Ranchers Bees ahead of new NPFL season
Mustapha Jibrin swaps Kano Pillars for Ranchers Bees ahead of new NPFL season
Forward Mustapha Jibrin has officially completed his t...
EFL: Onyeka targets Hull City clash after Coventry’s big win
Nigerian midfielder, Frank Onyeka has said Coventry City are fully focused on their upcoming clash against Hull City.
Fran...
Ranchers Bees suspend recognition of club leadership positions
Ranchers Bees Football Club proprietor, Sadiq Umar, has announced the suspension of recognition for all leadership positions within the...
NWFL: Osun Babes declare Olowokere AWOL
The management of Osun Babes has stated that their Head Coach, Bankole Olowokere has left the club without the club's approval.
Olow...
Transfer News: Ancelotti to leave Brazil for club football after World Cup
French Ligue 1 club, Lille have announced that Brazil assistant coach Davide Ancelotti, the son of legendary manager Carlo Ancelotti, w...
NPFL: Aweroro targets away turnaround as Shooting Stars face Remo test
Technical adviser Nurudeen Aweroro has vowed to improve Shooting Stars’ struggles in away fixtures after a poor run on the road.
The...
Super Lig: Gidado eyes strong finish with Gaziantep
Talented Nigerian midfielder, Victor Ntino-Emo Gidado is set to feature for Turkish Super Lig side, Gaziantep FK in their crucial leagu...
Ucheibe rallies Super Falcons to bounce back after shock WAFCON defeat
Super Falcons midfielder Christy Ucheibe has insisted that Justine Madugu’s squad will throw everything into their upcoming c...
CAF confirms 24 teams to compete at AFCON 2027 tourney
By Michael Odetunde
The Confederation of African Football, CAF) has clarified that the 2027 TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations,...
Gusau reiterates NFF’s commitment to improving refereeing situation in Nigeria
President of the Nigeria Football Federation, Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau (MON) on Wednesday pledged the total support of the football-ru...
Iwobi set to reach 100-cap milestone for Super Eagles against Portugal
Alex Iwobi is set to become the latest member of the Super Eagles’ centurion club when Nigeria face Portugal in an international friend...
Remo Stars create unwanted NPFL history with shock relegation
Football can be a cruel game, and Remo Stars just learned that lesson in the most painful way possible. In a stunning twist of fate, th...
Rangers’ Chairman, Ezeaku steps down from NPFL club owners role
Rangers General Manager Amobi Ezeaku has officially stepped down as Secretary of the NPFL Club Owners Association.
He announced his ...
Onyali lauds NSC, AFN, Elite Podium Board over successful Commonwealth Games trials
Olympian Mary Onyali has applauded the successful conduct of the just-concluded Athletics Federation of Nigeria, AFN Commonwe...
Elkanemi Warriors eyes President Federation Cup glory ahead of final
El-Kanemi Warriors technical adviser Kabiru Dogo has declared his team fully prepared for their upcoming battle against Ikoro...
NLO picks Lafia, Damaturu, Dutse as venues for 2026 Division One promotional playoffs
The Nationwide League One (NLO) has announced Nasarawa, Yobe and Jigawa states as host venues for the 2026 Division One Promo...
NPFL: Finidi George targets strong start as Rivers United begin pre-season preparations
Rivers United Technical Adviser, George Finidi, has stressed the importance of an early and thorough pre-season as the club prepares fo...
NFF inaugurates committees for ‘best-ever’ elections in Lafia
The road to the 2026-2030 Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) leadership cycle officially began on Thursday in Abuja.
At a c...
ANFASSC made significant impact at Nathaniel Idowu U-14 Football League Super 4 Finals
The Authentic Nigeria Football and Allied Sports Supporters Club (ANFASSC) proudly participated in the grand finale of the Na...
Choosing athletics over football was the best decision of my life – Patience Okon George
Nigerian 400m star Patience Okon George has revealed that choosing athletics over her initial dream of playing football remains the bes...
Aliyu Zubair explains gulf in class between NPFL and Egyptian league
Former Nigeria U-20 Flying Eagles Head Coach, Aliyu Zubair, has stated that players' welfare is given far greater attention in the Egyp...
Burna Boy, Shakira’s ‘Dai Dai’ becomes highest-charting World Cup song in history
Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Burna Boy has achieved another major milestone as his collaborative World Cup anthem with Colombian supe...
NSC, NFF set up historic welfare committee for Super Falcons’ WAFCON defense
The National Sports Commission, NSC in partnership with the Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, has set up a dedicated Welfare ...
Hand in hand: PMI Nigeria joins forces with AMAPRO to provide level playing field for local talent
For many local athletes and grassroots coaches, the dreams nurtured on the pitch are often limited by a lack of res...
Sports Commission inaugurates boards of Nigeria para sports federations
The National Sports Commission has successfully conducted elections and inaugurated the boards of Nigeria Para Sports Federations with ...
“No chance against a strong and physical Nigeria side”, Iran coach reacts after friendly defeat
Head Coach of Iran national football team, Amir Ghalenoei has admitted that the Super Eagles were too strong for his side in ...
Spain blow away blurry France to reach 2026 FIFA World Cup final
By Michael Odetunde
Spain secured their place in the final of the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a convincing 2-0 victory over France in t...
El-Kanemi Warriors to face giant-killers Ikorodu City in President Federation Cup final
El-Kanemi Warriors of Maiduguri will battle Ikorodu City in the men’s Final of the President Federation Cup.
Three-time ch...
Hungry Pépé eyes more goals after firing Ivory Coast into historic World Cup knockouts
Nicolas Pépé has set his sights on hitting the back of the net in the knockout rounds after inspiring Côte d’Ivoire to a hist...
Alalade concludes plans to reward Football teams in Oyun Local Government
Erstwhile ABS and Kwara United hitman Wasiu Alalade has concluded plans to reward all Football Teams in Oyun Local ...
Femi Azeez’s brace inspires second string Super Eagles against Zimbabwe to secure Unity Cup final berth
A remarkably under-strength Super Eagles took full command of the Charlton Athletic Stadium (The Valley) on Tuesday and handed ...
Transfer News: Tusker FC signs Victor Mbaoma from Remo Stars
Kenyan giants Tusker FC have completed the signing of Nigerian striker Victor Mbaoma from Remo Stars on a one-year deal.
Mbaoma, who...
2026 Commonwealth Games: NWBF President, Johnson hails women’s team after quarterfinal qualification
President of the Nigeria Wheelchair Basketball Federation, Oluwaseyi Johnson has praised the national women's team for securi...
NLO provides career opportunities for young footballers – Ogunlowo
By Michael Odetunde
The Chief Operating Officer of the Nigeria Nationwide League One (NLO), Dr. Shola Ogunlowo, ...
NWFL Super Six: Debutants Abia Angels stun former champions Rivers Angels
Winner David scored the decisive goal as debutants Abia Angels shocked former champions Rivers Angels 1-0.
David headed home the mat...