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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...
Gov AbdulRazaq, Emir of Ilorin, Dikko, Gusau, Elegbeleye, Araba, Elemona, others to grace Kwara United book launch on Thursday
The history, evolution and enduring legacy of Kwara United Football Club will take centre stage tomorrow Thursday, August 27,...
Gombe United announces Eddy Dombraye as new technical adviser
By Michael Odetunde
Gombe United Football Club has announced key appointments to its technical crew ahead of the new season.
In a...
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...
Olanrewaju sets high ambitious target for River United ahead of new season
Yemi Olanrewaju, Head Coach of Rivers United has officially set the tone for the Pride of Rivers ahead of a demanding campaign.
Unde...
NPFL: What Coach Ashifat said as Kwara United prepare for Kano Pillars’ visit to Ilorin
Michael Odetunde
Technical Adviser of Kwara United Football Club, Ashifat Suleiman, has expressed confidence in his team’s...
Unity Cup: Zimbabwe squad arrives England ahead of Super Eagles clash
The Warriors of Zimbabwe have arrived in England ahead of their highly anticipated Unity Cup semi-final showdown against the ...
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...
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’...
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 ...
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...
“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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Edo Queens upset Ampem Darkoa Ladies to emerge 2026 WAFU-B champions
...Qualify for CAF Women’s Champions League
Edo Queens Football Club defeated Ghana's Women League champions Ampem Darkoa Ladies FC ...
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...
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...
Shock wave in Nigerian football as NFF President Ibrahim Gusau resigns
Ibrahim Gusau has officially stepped down from his role as the President of the Nigeria Football Federation, NFF.
The outgoing sport...
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...
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...
NPFL: Salisu Yusuf confident Shooting Stars will improve after Inter Lagos win
Shooting Stars technical adviser, Salisu Yusuf, is confident his side will improve as the season progresses following their h...
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...
Obuh calls for unity among NPFL club chairmen ahead of new season
By Michael Odetunde
Abia Warriors Chairman, John Obuh, has called on chairmen of Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) cl...
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 ...
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...
Maiden National Intermediate Games suffer postponement till 2027
The inaugural edition of the National Intermediate Games, EKO 2026, originally scheduled to be held in Lagos from October 1 to 15, 2026...
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...
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 ...
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 ...
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...
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.
...
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...
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...
FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup: Aduku promises a promising Falconets against Spain
Moses Aduku, Head Coach of Nigeria’s U20 Women National Team, Falconets, has declared that his team will throw everything int...
Super Eagles get another friendly date with Russia in Nizhny Novgorod on October 6
Nigeria and Russia will clash for the second time in 16 months when both teams face off in an international friendly inside 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 ...
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...
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...
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...
BNXN reveals discrepancies in benefits between NBA players and Nigerian artists
Afrobeats singer Daniel Benson, popularly known as BNXN, has weighed in on the long-running debate about whether musicians or...
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...
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...
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...
Tragedy hits Ghana football as gunmen attack Berekum Chelsea bus
The Ghana Football Association, GFA has confirmed the tragic death of Premier League forward Dominic Frimpong following a violent armed...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Eguavoen to lead Super Falcons in interim capacity for 2028 Olympics qualifiers
Former Super Eagles head coach Augustine Eguavoen will lead Nigeria’s Senior Women’s National Team, the Super Falcons, on an ...
Okocha, Portable set for celebrity boxing rematch in Lagos
Nigerian singer Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, and Nollywood actor Charles Okocha have reignited their rivalry ahead of ...
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...
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...
NPFL Transfer: Akanni Elijah completes move to Barau FC from Katsina United
Akanni Elijah has completed a move to Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL side, Barau FC on a one-year contract.
The experienced m...
Nigeria goalkeeper Aniagboso powers Chornomorets Odesa back to Ukrainian Premier League
By Michael Odetunde
Nigerian goalkeeper Chijioke Aniagboso played a key role in helping Chornomorets Odesa secure promotion back to ...
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...
Kogi contingent dominates North Central Chess festival with three gold medals
Kogi State delivered an outstanding performance at the 2026 North Central Chess Festival in Abuja, securing three gold medals.
The w...
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...
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...
NPFL slams N15m fine, stadium ban on Kano Pillars over fan unrest
Kano Pillars FC have once again come under heavy sanctions from the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL following crowd trouble durin...
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...
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...
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...
Tinubu orders comprehensive reform of Nigerian football
By Michael Odetunde
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed a comprehensive reform of Nigerian football followi...
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,...
Transfer News: Tottenham target Osimhen in ambitious summer transfer move
Premier League side Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly preparing to enter the race for Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen despi...
Super Lig: Osimhen fires up Galatasaray ahead of Fenerbahçe derby
Victor Osimhen has rallied his Galatasaray teammates ahead of the Intercontinental Derby clash with Fenerbahçe.
Okan Buruk...
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...
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...
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...
NPFL MD2 Preview: Inter Lagos eye first top flight victory as Plateau United, Kwara United clash in North Central derby
Michael Odetunde
The second week of the Euro-Match NPFL 2026/27 season will take centre stage this weekend as te...
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.
...
NPFL: Deutsch retains hope of NPFL survival for Enyimba FC
Technical Adviser of Enyimba FC, Emmanuel Deutsch has expressed optimism of his side retaining will their top-flight status a...
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...
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...
NWFL: Ekiti Queens unveil Sabo Okala as new Head Coach
Nigeria Women's Football League, NWFL side, Ekiti Queens have presented their new Head Coach, Sabo Okala to the media and members of th...
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...
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...
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...
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...
“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...
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 ...
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...
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'...
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...
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...
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...
Kwara United’s fighting spirit offers hope despite opening-day draw
Michael Odetunde
I keenly watched Kwara United’s 2-2 draw against Kano Pillars in Matchday One of the EuroMatch-NPFL 2026/...
NNL: Remo Stars appoint Olumide as new head coach
Remo Stars have announced the appointment of Olumide Ajibolade as their new head coach ahead of the 2026/27 Nigeria National League (NN...
President Federation Cup: Rangers, Rivers United set for epic Round of 32 clash
By Wale Mustapha
Enugu Rangers and Rivers United are set to renew their fierce rivalry when they clash in the Round of 32 of the Pre...
History at the City Ground: Aina and Forest march toward Europa League glory
Ola Aina has shared his pride and relief following Nottingham Forest’s hard-fought victory over FC Porto in the UEFA Europa League.
...
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...
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...
New Healthcare Reform Bill Advances Through Congress
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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...
NPFL fines Bendel Insurance N5M for multiple misconducts
The Nigeria Premier Football League has sanctioned Bendel Insurance FC following multiple breaches of league regula...
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...
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...
CAF team concludes inspection of Nigeria’s facilities for General Assembly, 2026 Awards
A five-man team from the Confederation of African Football on Tuesday concluded its inspection of facilities put forward by Nigeria to ...
History at the City Ground: Aina and Forest march toward Europa League glory
Ola Aina has shared his pride and relief following Nottingham Forest’s hard-fought victory over FC Porto in the UEFA Europa League.
...
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 ...
Transfer News: Expert reveals how Osimhen will influence Galatasaray summer signings
Galatasaray will sign players requested by their striker Victor Osimhen at the end of the season, according to a Turkish foot...
“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 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...
Kogi contingent dominates North Central Chess festival with three gold medals
Kogi State delivered an outstanding performance at the 2026 North Central Chess Festival in Abuja, securing three gold medals.
The 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...
Ahmed Musa retained as Ambassador in major Kano Pillars shake-up
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has approved a major leadership overhaul for the Kano State Sports Commission and Kano Pillars F.C....
NPFL: Salisu Yusuf confident Shooting Stars will improve after Inter Lagos win
Shooting Stars technical adviser, Salisu Yusuf, is confident his side will improve as the season progresses following their h...
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 ...
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...
Olanrewaju sets high ambitious target for River United ahead of new season
Yemi Olanrewaju, Head Coach of Rivers United has officially set the tone for the Pride of Rivers ahead of a demanding campaign.
Unde...
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...
NPFL: What Coach Ashifat said as Kwara United prepare for Kano Pillars’ visit to Ilorin
Michael Odetunde
Technical Adviser of Kwara United Football Club, Ashifat Suleiman, has expressed confidence in his team’s...
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...
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...
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 ...
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...
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.
...
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...
Tragedy hits Ghana football as gunmen attack Berekum Chelsea bus
The Ghana Football Association, GFA has confirmed the tragic death of Premier League forward Dominic Frimpong following a violent armed...
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: Deutsch retains hope of NPFL survival for Enyimba FC
Technical Adviser of Enyimba FC, Emmanuel Deutsch has expressed optimism of his side retaining will their top-flight status a...
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 ...
Shock wave in Nigerian football as NFF President Ibrahim Gusau resigns
Ibrahim Gusau has officially stepped down from his role as the President of the Nigeria Football Federation, NFF.
The outgoing sport...
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.
...
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...
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.
...
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...
Nigeria storm into CAVB U-18 African Volleyball final with dominant run
Nigeria's boys' team has booked a place in the final of the 2026 CAVB U18 African Nations Volleyball Championship in Alexandr...
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...
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...
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 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 ...
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...
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: 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...
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: Ilechukwu calls for calm as Rangers close in on title
Technical Adviser of Enugu Rangers, Fidelis Ilechukwu has stressed the need for his side to stay grounded in their title chas...
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...
Euro-Match NPFL Preview: Kwara United, Katsina United lock horns in Ilorin as Inter, Sporting, battle for supremacy in Lagos derby
By Michael Odetunde
The Matchday Three fixtures of the Euro-Match NPFL 2026/27 season will produce another round...
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...
Bright Ozebagbe, Deniran Ortega to assist Chelle’s Nigerian Olympic Team
Super Eagles Head Coach, Eric Chelle, has appointed Bright Osehai Ozebagbe and Deniran Ortega as his assistant coaches for the Nigerian...
NFF confirms Super Eagles’ opening fixtures for 2027 AFCON qualifiers
The Nigeria Football Federation, NFF has officially announced the Super Eagles’ first two qualifying fixtures for the 2027 Africa Cup 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...
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...
CAFCL: Rivers United defender Manyo upbeat ahead of San Pedro clash
Rivers United defender, Stephen Manyo, has expressed confidence in the team’s readiness for their CAF Champions League first ...
WAFCON: Madugu attributes Super Falcons’ defeat to Cameroon to profligacy
Super Falcons head coach Justine Madugu has identified wasteful finishing in front of goal as the primary reason for his team...
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...
Alex Jerry hits brace to inspire Kwara United’s fight back against Kano Pillars
Michael Odetunde
Substitute Alex Jerry scored twice in the second half as Kwara United fought back from a two-goal deficit to secure...
Eguavoen to lead Super Falcons in interim capacity for 2028 Olympics qualifiers
Former Super Eagles head coach Augustine Eguavoen will lead Nigeria’s Senior Women’s National Team, the Super Falcons, on an ...
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...
NPFL reaffirms May finish line for 2025/26 football season
The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has doubled down on its commitment to wrap up the current 2025–26 campaign by May,...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
NWFL: Ekiti Queens unveil Sabo Okala as new Head Coach
Nigeria Women's Football League, NWFL side, Ekiti Queens have presented their new Head Coach, Sabo Okala to the media and members of th...
Euro-Match NPFL: Ayeni hails Doma United players’ resilience in victory over Inter Lagos
Technical Adviser of Doma United, Ayeni Ayodeji, has commended his players for their resilience and performance in their 1-0 victory ov...
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...
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...
Nigeria goalkeeper Aniagboso powers Chornomorets Odesa back to Ukrainian Premier League
By Michael Odetunde
Nigerian goalkeeper Chijioke Aniagboso played a key role in helping Chornomorets Odesa secure promotion back to ...
Okocha, Portable set for celebrity boxing rematch in Lagos
Nigerian singer Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, and Nollywood actor Charles Okocha have reignited their rivalry ahead of ...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Egypt wins hosting rights for 2026 African Beach Volleyball Championships, 2028 Olympic qualifiers
Egypt will host Africa's biggest beach volleyball event the 2026 CAVB Beach Volleyball Continental Senior Championships
The competit...
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, ...
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.
...
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 ...
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 ...
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...
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’...
Kwara United’s fighting spirit offers hope despite opening-day draw
Michael Odetunde
I keenly watched Kwara United’s 2-2 draw against Kano Pillars in Matchday One of the EuroMatch-NPFL 2026/...
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...
Unity Cup: Zimbabwe squad arrives England ahead of Super Eagles clash
The Warriors of Zimbabwe have arrived in England ahead of their highly anticipated Unity Cup semi-final showdown against the ...
Tinubu orders comprehensive reform of Nigerian football
By Michael Odetunde
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed a comprehensive reform of Nigerian football followi...
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 ...
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...
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...
NNL: Remo Stars appoint Olumide as new head coach
Remo Stars have announced the appointment of Olumide Ajibolade as their new head coach ahead of the 2026/27 Nigeria National League (NN...
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 ...
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...
“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...
NNL sets October 31 as kickoff date for 2026/27 season
The Nigeria National League, NNL has announced October 31, 2026, as the proposed kickoff date for the 2026/2027 lea...
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.
...
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...
NPFL Transfer: Akanni Elijah completes move to Barau FC from Katsina United
Akanni Elijah has completed a move to Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL side, Barau FC on a one-year contract.
The experienced m...
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...