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CAF Opens Talks on Hosting Rights for AFCON 2028, 2032, 2036
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has commenced internal discussions on the hosting rights for the 2028, 2032, and 2036 editions of the Africa...
Legends Return Home as Lagos Ex-International Cup Countdown Begins
The countdown to the second edition of the Lagos Ex-International Cup has officially begun, igniting renewed excitement across the Lagos football ecosystem as former...
Rola Olusola Joins Treaty United Women in Top-Flight Switch
Nigerian-heritage forward Rola Olusola has taken the next step in her career after completing a move to Treaty United Women, who compete in the...
Uzoho Laments Missed Chances as Kun Khalifat Fall to Narrow Home...
Kun Khalifat FC head coach, Obinna Uzoho, described Sunday’s loss as “a bad day” after his side slipped to a narrow 1–0 home defeat...
Injury Concerns Cloud Super Eagles’ Final Group Clash as Chelle Sweats...
Nigeria’s preparations for their final Group game at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations have been hit by injury concerns, with Super Eagles head...
Mourinho Explains Deep Bond With Africa: “I Can’t Even Walk There”
Renowned football tactician José Mourinho has opened up on his long-standing connection with Africa, admitting that the overwhelming love he receives across the continent...
Golden Arrows Hit Abuja Camp, Eye World Championship Ticket in Kigali
Nigeria’s Senior Men’s National Handball Team, the Golden Arrows, have drawn a clear line in the sand as they opened camp in Abuja ahead...
Amad Diallo Strike Not Enough as Côte d’Ivoire, Cameroon Play Out...
Côte d’Ivoire and Cameroon once again delivered a contest worthy of their heavyweight status at the Africa Cup of Nations, playing out a thrilling...
Mahrez Penalty Sends Algeria into AFCON 2025 Knockout Stage
Riyad Mahrez once again proved decisive on the continental stage as Algeria booked their place in the Round of 16 at the 2025 Africa...
Sudan Grab First AFCON 2025 Points as Own Goal Sinks Equatorial...
Sudan reignited their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations campaign with a hard-fought 1–0 victory over Equatorial Guinea in a tense Group E encounter at...
Mane Rescues Senegal as DR Congo Hold Firm in AFCON Group...
Senegal and the Democratic Republic of Congo will both have to wait to confirm their places in the Africa Cup of Nations knockout stage...
Kayode Bankole: Nigerian Safe Hands Ready to Make PSL Mark
Super Eagles goalkeeper Kayode Bankole is finally set for his much-anticipated debut in the South African Premier Soccer League (PSL) after securing his work...
Salah’s Penalty Sends Egypt into AFCON Round of 16
Egypt booked their place in the round of 16 at the Africa Cup of Nations after edging South Africa 1–0 in a tense Group...
“Paul Biya” of Gabon: How Ecuele Manga’s Longevity Is Sparking a...
Gabon captain Bruno Ecuele Manga has become one of the most enduring figures in African football — so much so that his teammates and...
Angola, Zimbabwe Share Spoils in First-Ever AFCON Finals Meeting
Angola and Zimbabwe played out a 1–1 draw in their first-ever meeting at the Africa Cup of Nations finals, as both sides picked up...
Ayisat Yusuf Promises Explosive 10th Edition of SheFootball Program
Former Nigeria international Ayisat Yusuf has revealed that the 10th edition of the SheFootball program will be a landmark event, designed to empower the...
Udeze Tips Osimhen to End AFCON Goal Drought Against Tunisia
Former Super Eagles defender Ifeanyi Udeze has thrown his weight behind Victor Osimhen to rediscover his scoring touch at the Africa Cup of Nations,...
Afinni Sets Sights on World Title After WBB African Cruiserweight Triumph
Fresh from his emphatic coronation as the World Boxing Bureau (WBB) African Cruiserweight Champion, Nigeria’s Afinni Idris Abiodun has declared 2026 as the year...
Six Goals From Immortality: Osimhen Closes In on Yekini’s Super Eagles...
Victor Osimhen is edging ever closer to Nigerian football history as the Super Eagles striker stands just six goals away from equalling Rashidi Yekini’s...
Chelle Hints at Tactical Dilemma Ahead of Super Eagles’ AFCON 2025...
Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has set the tone for Nigeria’s crucial second group game at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, admitting...
Ibom Beach Soccer Tournament Returns as Akwa Ibom Awaits Three Days...
The scenic coastline of Akwa Ibom will once again take centre stage as the fourth edition of the Ibom Beach Soccer Tournament kicks off...
ABS Ilorin FC Begin Two-Week Midseason Break, Set Sights on Promotion...
Abubakar Bukola Saraki (ABS) Ilorin FC have commenced a two-week midseason break following the conclusion of the first stanza of the 2025/2026 Nigeria National...
Late Daka Strike Rescues Point for Zambia Against Mali at AFCON...
Zambia left it late to salvage a dramatic 1–1 draw against Mali in their opening Group A encounter at the 2025 Africa Cup of...
AFCON 2025: Ndidi Talks Up Super Eagles’ Readiness Ahead of Tanzania...
Super Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi has expressed confidence in Nigeria’s preparedness and mindset ahead of their opening Group C fixture against Tanzania at the...
AFCON 2025: Chelle Shifts Super Eagles’ Focus to Tanzania Clash
Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has made it clear that Nigeria’s full attention is firmly fixed on their opening match against Tanzania at...
Yakubu Eyes Super Eagles Return After Heroic Season in Slovakia
Nigerian goalkeeper Matthew Yakubu is back on the radar after an impressive campaign with Dukla Banská Bystrica, where his match-winning performances played a decisive...
NCBC Clinch ₦3m as Youth Basketball Tournament Ends in Abeokuta
NCBC Basketball Club emerged champions of the Youth Basketball Tournament organised by the Bosun Tijani Foundation in collaboration with the Ogun State Government, carting...
Polo Players Renew Commitment to Strengthening Game at Maiden Festival
Polo players and enthusiasts in Ogun State have renewed commitment to strengthening the game as stakeholders stage the maiden polo festival in Abeokuta the...
Ibrahim Olawoyin Reaches 100-Game Milestone at Rizespor
Nigerian midfielder Ibrahim Olawoyin has etched his name into the history books of Turkish giants Çaykur Rizespor, becoming only the second Nigerian international to...
Aliyu Zubair leads Telecom to 2-1 away win over Al-Sekka ahead...
Telecom SC of Egypt bounced back in style on Sunday afternoon under the guidance of Coach Aliyu Zubair, securing a hard-fought 2–1 away victory...
Fajobi Nets Seven as Nigerian Duo Shine in ZED Women’s 9–1...
Nigerian forward Fajobi Yetunde Atinuke announced her return from suspension in emphatic fashion, delivering a sensational seven-goal performance to inspire ZED Women’s crushing 9–1...
Lookman Should Not Feature, Osimhen Must Be Managed — Primate Ayodele...
As anticipation builds ahead of the Super Eagles’ first match at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, controversial cleric and spiritual leader, Primate Elijah...
Adeyosoye’s Late Strike Rescues Sunshine Stars Against Abia Comets
Sunshine Stars preserved their unbeaten home record in the 2025/2026 Nigeria National League (NNL) season after a dramatic 1–1 draw against Abia Comets on...
Nigeria deliver Again at African Youth Games as Florence Oluwadamilanre Clinches...
Nigeria’s impressive showing at the 4th African Youth Games in Angola continued on Friday, with teenage weightlifting sensation Florence Oluwadamilanre delivering a dominant performance...
Odaudu Hails Rivers Hoopers’ Resilience Despite Narrow Misses in 2025 Season
Rivers Hoopers Head Coach, Ogoh Odaudu, has praised his team’s resilience and growth after a demanding 2025 season that saw the KingsMen compete strongly...
Abuja Starlet Abubakar Seals Dream Move to Spain as Celta Vigo...
Nigerian youth football continues to enjoy a steady rise on the European scene following the official signing of FC Footwork of Abuja prospect, Suileman...
Nathaniel Delivered Despite Bowerman Snub After Historic NCAA Season
Nigeria’s Ezekiel Nathaniel has capped off a remarkable 2025 athletics season as a finalist for the prestigious Bowerman Award, following a sensational year competing...
Kun Khalifat FC Bolster Attack With Signing of Obari Israel
Kun Khalifat FC have completed the signing of highly rated Nigerian striker Obari Israel from Acquire FC, adding fresh firepower to their attacking options...
Chizzy Ezenwanta Signs First Professional Contract with Chelsea FC
Young Nigerian centre forward Chizzy Ezenwanta has taken a major step in his football journey after officially signing his first professional contract with Chelsea...
Youthful and Useful Projects Applaud Abia Govt, Seek Deeper Youth Empowerment...
A delegation from Youthful and Useful Projects has paid a courtesy visit to the Abia State Commissioner for Youth and Sports Development, Sir Nwaobilor...
Ares Spikers Open End-of-Year Volleyball Challenge With Gritty Comeback Win
Ares Spikers announced their intent at the Edison Volleyball Foundation/Academy and Akwa Ibom State Volleyball Association End-of-Year 4-Aside Challenge, battling back to secure a...
CAF Confirms Medal Allocation for AFCON Top-Four Finishers
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially clarified the reward structure for teams finishing in the top four positions at the Africa Cup...
Kalou Tips Super Eagles As AFCON 2025 Title Contenders
Former Chelsea and Ivory Coast forward, Salomon Kalou, has identified Nigeria’s Super Eagles as one of the leading favourites to lift the 2025 Africa...
Abraham Ojo Emerges as Midfield Mainstay at Botev Plovdiv
Young Nigerian defensive midfielder Abraham Ojo continues to underline his growing reputation in European football with a string of commanding performances for Botev Plovdiv...
Ugwu Announces Himself on the Big Stage with Historic 17.73m Throw
Nigerian shot putter Emeka Ugwu has sent a strong message to the global athletics community after recording a massive 17.73m throw in the men’s...
Abeokuta South Coaches League 2025 Reaches Boiling Point as Super 4...
The battle for supremacy in the 2025 Abeokuta South Coaches League reaches its defining moment today as the competition enters the highly anticipated Super...
Para Powerlifting Is My Calling — Coach Jude Ihuarulam Reflects on...
For Coach Jude Ihuarulam, Head of Parasports at the Abia State Sports Council, para powerlifting is far more than a profession — it is...
Ogun, Bosun Tijani Foundation Set Stage for Youth Basketball Festival in...
As part of deliberate efforts to discover, nurture, and develop young sporting talents, the Ogun State Government, in partnership with The Bosun Tijani Foundation,...
Abia State Concludes 2025 Global Football Scouting Tour, Eyes European Breakthrough...
Abia State has taken another decisive step in redefining grassroots football development in Nigeria following the successful conclusion of its 2025 Global Football Scouting...
Edo Queens End Adamawa Queens’ Unbeaten Run in Benin
Edo Queens delivered a commanding performance to secure a 2–0 victory over Adamawa Queens in their NWFL Matchday 4 encounter at the Samuel Ogbemudia...
