Olusola Adebayo
CAF President Motsepe Confident of Africa’s Historic Impact at 2026 FIFA...
The President of the Confederation of African Football, Patrice Motsepe, has expressed strong confidence in Africa’s chances at the expanded 2026 FIFA World Cup,...
Ogunsakin Crashes Out of J300, Shifts Focus to J500 Cairo
Nigeria’s rising tennis star Seun Ogunsakin saw his run at the J300 Maadi tournament in Egypt come to an end after a hard-fought defeat...
Temitope Jabar Onikoyi Hits 50 Matches as Umpire at Nigeria Invitational...
Under the floodlights, with anticipation humming through the stands and the soft thud of leather on willow echoing across the field, history unfolded quietly...
Alloy Chuwuemeka Hails ABS Ilorin FC’s Grit After Crucial Sokoto Victory
Director of Football at Abubakar Bukola Saraki (ABS) Ilorin FC, Chief Alloy Chuwuemeka, has praised the team’s resilience and fighting spirit following their vital...
Rovers United Involve in Ghastly Motor Accident En Route Lagos for...
Rovers Football Club of Calabar have been involved in a serious road accident while travelling to Lagos for their Nigeria National League (NNL) fixture...
2026 ITTF World Cup: Matsushima Thrashes Aruna to Seal Early Exit
Nigeria’s Quadri Aruna endured a disappointing outing at the 2026 ITTF World Cup in Macao, suffering a straight-sets defeat to Japan’s Sora Matsushima on...
Ogunsakin Begins J300 Series in Cairo with Comeback Victory
Nigeria’s rising tennis star Seun Ogunsakin kicked off his J300 campaign in Cairo on a winning note, producing a strong comeback to defeat Botswana’s...
Clear Intent’ Ikorodu City Coach Ozegbagbe Salutes Team Spirit After Hard...
Head coach Bright Ozegbagbe has praised his team’s resilience and mentality following Ikorodu City FC’s dramatic 4–3 victory over Warri Wolves FC in a...
NPFL: Bendel Insurance, Boboye Fined; Home Matches to Be Played Behind...
Bendel Insurance have been sanctioned for multiple breaches of the NPFL Framework and Rules following their Matchday 32 fixture against Plateau United on Saturday,...
J200 Champion Ogunsakin Climbs 18 Steps up to Career-High Ranking, Begins...
Nigeria’s rising tennis star Seun Ogunsakin has reached a new milestone in his junior career after climbing 18 places in the latest ITF rankings...
Injury Blow for Super Eagles as Okoye Ruled Out; Chelle Set...
The Super Eagles have suffered a major setback ahead of their international friendly against Jordan, with head coach Eric Chelle forced to rethink his...
Adaora Elonu Wedding: D’Tigress Stars Storm Houston for Former Captain’s Big...
It was a different kind of gathering—no roaring crowd, no bouncing ball, no final buzzer. Instead, it was love, laughter, and a reunion of...
NPFL: Coach Majin Mohammed Hails Tactical Switch as Niger Tornadoes Cruise...
Head coach Majin Mohammed has praised his side’s resilience and tactical discipline following Niger Tornadoes 2–0 victory over Wikki Tourists in their Nigeria Premier...
Nigeria Basketball Legend Lawal Garba Dies, Oyedeji Mourns
The Nigerian basketball community has been thrown into mourning following the death of former AJUBA champion and international standout, Lawal “Larry” Garba, a man...
Okoro Wins Big as Over 250 Golfers Turn up For Glamour...
Godwin Okoro stole the spotlight with a commanding performance to emerge champion of the professional category at the glamorous Stephen Ebaretonbofa 50th Birthday Pro/Am...
UFC Fight Night 271: Israel Adesanya Pay Purse Revealed After Fourth...
Former UFC middleweight champion Israel Adesanya reportedly earned approximately ₦720 million ($521,000) despite suffering his fourth consecutive defeat at UFC Fight Night 271 in...
Edema Fires Warning as Immaculate FC Target Crucial Win Over Justjohn...
Immaculate FC winger Anthony Edema has issued a bold statement of intent ahead of his side’s Matchweek 3 clash against Justjohn FC in the...
Nigeria vs Jordan: Preview, Team News Date, Time, How to Watch...
The Nigeria national football team will face the Jordan national football team in a landmark international friendly on Tuesday, marking what is widely regarded...
Explainer: How Will Proposed AFCON Expansion Work
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) is planning a significant overhaul of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), with changes expected to take effect...
NPFL: Goals Galore on Matchday 32 as Rangers International F.C. Fall...
The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) delivered an action-packed Matchday 32 on Sunday, March 29, 2026, with goals flying across multiple venues and significant...
CAF Appoints Nigeria’s Samson Adamu as Acting Secretary General
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has appointed Nigerian football administrator Samson Adamu as its Acting Secretary General.
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CAF Announces Statutes Reform to Restore Confidence in Refereeing, Governance
The Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF) has confirmed it is implementing sweeping changes to its statutes and regulations aimed at strengthening trust in referees,...
NPFL: Mbwas Laments Nasarawa United’s Late Collapse Against Kwara United in...
Nasarawa United head coach, Mbwas, has expressed deep frustration following his side’s dramatic late defeat to Kwara United in a Nigeria Premier Football League...
Nathaniel Idowu-Ajegunle U-14 Football League: Ajegunle United Bounce Back as Strong...
The Nathaniel Idowu-Ajegunle Under-14 Football League delivered another round of exciting grassroots football action in Week 9, as Ajegunle United SC returned to winning...
Joy Ojo Claims Unanimous Decision Victory Over Kutaka in Rwanda
Nigeria’s Joy Ojo secured an impressive unanimous decision victory over Tanzania’s Zawadi Kutaka in a six-round super-featherweight contest held in Kigali, Rwanda.
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Pyfer TKO Adesanya at UFC Fight Night to Extend Last Style...
Adesanya suffered another damaging setback to his career after being stopped by rising contender Joe Pyfer in the main event of UFC Fight Night...
Itauma KO Franklin to Maintain Unbeaten Run, Eyes World Title Shot
Rising British heavyweight prospect Moses Itauma delivered a statement performance on Saturday night, stopping Jermaine Franklin for the first time in his professional career...
Nigeria Crowned Champions of 2026 Women’s Invitational T20I Tournament in Lagos
Nigeria’s women’s national cricket team, the Female Yellow Greens, have emerged champions of the 2026 Nigeria Women’s Invitational T20I Tournament (Patricia Kambarami Cup) following...
NPFL Matchday 32: Late Drama Defines Saturday as Focus Shifts to...
Matchday 32 of the Nigeria Premier Football League delivered drama, tension, and decisive late moments on Saturday, with results that could prove significant in...
Apochi Handed Cuba’s Duquesne First Defeat to Claim NABF Cruiserweight Title...
Nigerian boxer Efetobor Apochi delivered a spirited performance to claim the vacant North American Boxing Federation (NABF) Cruiserweight title after defeating Cuba’s Dariel Duquesne...
Senegal Parade AFCON Trophy in France Amid Heated Title Dispute
Senegal have sparked fresh controversy in the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 saga after parading the trophy at the Stade de France,...
“KIFA Is Our Baby, We’ll Adopt It” — NSC DG Olopade...
The Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Honourable Bukola Olopade, has thrown full institutional support behind the newly launched Kadiri Ikhana Football...
Super Falcons Forward Esther Okoronkwo Celebrates Birthday with Message of Growth,...
Super Falcons forward Esther Okoronkwo marked her birthday in style, sharing a heartfelt message that reflected on her journey, resilience, and ambition.
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Ogunsakin Crowned African Champion at ITF J200 in Egypt
Nigeria’s rising tennis star Seun Ogunsakin has been crowned champion of the ITF U-18 Africa Regional Championship (J200) in Cairo, Egypt.
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“It’s a Dream Come True” – Nwaiwu Reacts to Super Eagles...
Former Enyimba FC defender Chibuike Nwaiwu has described his maiden appearance for the Super Eagles as a “dream come true,” after making a surprise...
Iran Coach Amir Ghalenoei Lists Gains From Friendly Defeat to Nigeria...
Iran head coach Amir Ghalenoei has outlined the key positives from his side’s 2-1 defeat to the Nigeria national football team, revealing that his...
NPFL: Nasarawa United Land in Lagos Ahead of Matchday 32 Clash...
Nasarawa United have safely arrived in Lagos ahead of their crucial Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Matchday 32 encounter against Kwara United.
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Nigeria Fast Rising Female Boxer Ojo Joy Set for Kigali Fight...
This Saturday night, in Kigali Nigeria’s fast-rising prospect Ojo Joy will take another bold step in her young career when she faces Tanzania’s determined...
Lagos WT20i Invitational: Nigeria Storm Into Final After Crushing South Africa...
Nigeria has qualified for the final of the Lagos WT20I Invitation after defeating South Africa U19 by seven wickets on Friday at the Cricket...
Swiss-Based Coach Adeyemi Returns to Classroom for Refresher Course to Advance...
Switzerland-based Nigerian coach Adeyemi Anthony Adedeji has reaffirmed his commitment to continuous professional development by participating in a high-level coaching refresher course organized by...
Nigeria 2-1 Iran: Akor Adams, Moses Simon Continue “Strike to Victory...
Nigeria’s attacking pair of Moses Simon and Akor Adams once again delivered when it mattered most, powering the Super Eagles to victory and maintaining...
Monrovia Set for Word Battle as Nigeria Lead Africa Scrabble Giants,...
Nigeria will be leading Africa’s finest wordsmiths as the world converge in Monrovia this October for the 16th Africa Scrabble Championship.
It promises to high-stakes...
J200 Series: Rising Star Ogunsakin Rallies to Defeat Tough Egyptian, Sets...
Nigeria’s rising tennis star Seun Ogunsakin delivered a remarkable comeback to book his place in the semi-finals of the J200 Africa Regional Championships in...
Moses Itauma vs Jermaine Franklin: Time O’Clock for Nigeria Descent Boxer...
The lights will be bright in Manchester on Saturday night, but for Moses Itauma, the stage is about more than spectacle, it’s about validation.
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Iwobi Battle Raya, Bruno Fernandes for EPL Player of the Month...
Alex Iwobi has earned a place on the shortlist for the Premier League Player of the Month award for March after delivering a string...
Nigeria vs Iran: Chibuike Nwaiwu Replaces Injured Calvin Bassey
Nigeria’s Super Eagles have been forced into a late defensive change ahead of their international friendly against Iran national football team, with Chibuike Nwaiwu...
Nathaniel Idowu-Ajegunle U14 Showdown: Young Stars Set for Week 9 Thriller
The Nathaniel Idowu-Ajegunle Under-14 Football League continues to gather momentum as Week 9 fixtures promise a captivating day of grassroots football action on March...
Exclusive:’We Are Proud of Our Performance’ Says Wheelchair Federation President Seyi...
Nigeria’s women’s wheelchair basketball team delivered a historic performance to book their place at the 2026 Commonwealth Games, defeating South Africa 8–3 in the...
Just-In: Nigeria Wheelchair Basketball Teams Reach Finals, Set for Revenge Clash...
Nigeria’s men’s and women’s wheelchair basketball teams have advanced to the finals of the 2026 IWBF Africa 3x3 Wheelchair Basketball Commonwealth Games Qualifiers in...
Nigeria vs Iran: Preview, How to Watch, Time, Team News and...
Match Details
Fixture: Nigeria national football team vs Iran national football team
Date: Friday, March 27, 2026
Kick-off Time: 2 pm Nigerian Time
Venue: Antalya Stadium, Turkey
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