D’Tigress Return To World Cup With Huge Statement Target As Kalu, Wakama Lead Nigeria’s...
Nigeria’s D’Tigress are set to return to the FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup for the first time in eight years when they face South...
William Troost-Ekong Cited As Great Example For Youth Football Developers To Follow In Akwa...
Former Super Eagles' central defender and captain, William Troost-Ekong has been cited as a great example who youth football developers, corporate bodies and people...
Nigeria’s Sports Sector Is Gong To Completely Change Within Next Few Years – Hannatu...
The Minister of Art, Culture and Tourism, Barrister Hannatu Musawa, has come out with an emphatic prediction that Nigeria's sports sector will witness a...
IOC/BFN Technical Coaching Course Wiil Enhance Quality Of Badminton In Nigeria – Tony Nezianya
This week's IOC/BFN Badminton Level 2 Technical Coaching Course in Abuja has been described as an initiative that will further enhance the quality of...
Tosin Adarabioyo Says He Wants ‘To Push Tottehnham Where They Deserve To Be’
Nigerian-born defender, Tosin Adarabioyo has spoken about his ambition to help Tottenham Hotspur reach 'where they deserve to be,' as he begins the next...
BREAKING: Nigerian Teen David Leaves Antwerp For Austria In Fresh European Challenge
Nigerian teenage forward Gabriel Jesus David has completed a move from Belgian giants Royal Antwerp to Austrian second-tier club SKN St. Pölten, where he...
“I’m Just Getting Started” — Ifechukwu Emmanuel Scores First Pro Goal, Adds Assist In...
Nigerian forward Ifechukwu Emmanuel Alamanjo, a graduate of Basic Maracana FC Abuja, announced himself in impressive fashion for Armenian First League side Lernayin Artsakh,...
“Infrastructure Is Key To Our Growth” — Fatodu Unveils Plan To Transform Aquatics In...
President of the Nigeria Aquatics Federation, Lekan Fatodu, has identified improved infrastructure as a major priority in efforts to develop aquatics and produce more...
“We Are Building The Technical Foundation” — Aluko Explains Netball Coaching, Umpiring Clinic
President of the Nigeria Netball Federation, Oluwatoyin Aluko, has explained the importance of the federation’s ongoing five-day Coaching and Umpiring Clinic in Abuja, describing...
Beyond Limits Graduate Meliga Joins KFUM Oslo, Steps Up In Norway
Former Beyond Limits Graduate Promise Meliga has completed a permanent move to Norwegian Eliteserien side KFUM-Kameratene Oslo (KFUM Oslo) from fellow Norwegian club Vålerenga.
The...
“We Are Ready To Bring The Trophy Home” — Nwachukwu Fires Falconets’ U-20 World...
Falconets forward Chisom Nwachukwu has declared that Nigeria are fully prepared for the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup in Poland, with the team determined...
“Yekini Was Nigeria’s Greatest Striker” — Oliseh Says Legend Would Be Worth €200m Today
Former Super Eagles captain Sunday Oliseh has described the late Rashidi Yekini as Nigeria’s greatest-ever striker, insisting the legendary forward’s goalscoring record and consistency...
“Coaches Are Not Always At Fault” — Ogunmodede Reveals Why Nigerian Clubs Struggle In...
Kano Pillars head coach Daniel Ogunmodede has identified poor planning and the inability of Nigerian clubs to retain their best players as major reasons...
“Football Belongs To Footballers” — Peterside Idah Wants Ex-Players To Lead Next NFF Board
Former Nigeria international Peterside Idah has called for a major change in the composition of the next Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) board, insisting that...
“We Have A Unique Opportunity To Get It Right” — Dimeji Lawal Calls For...
Former Nigeria international Dimeji Lawal believes the country has a unique opportunity to correct the mistakes of the past and put Nigerian football on...
“Don’t Lose Sight Of What Is In Front” — Garba Lawal Warns Nigeria Over...
Former Nigerian international Garba Lawal has warned that the ongoing crisis in the Nigeria Football Federation must not distract the country from the crucial...
Smart City FC Unveil Betiku Seun Soji As New COO Ahead Of 2026/27 NNL...
Lagos-based Smart City Football Club have unveiled experienced football administrator Betiku Seun Soji as the club’s new Chief Operating Officer (COO) ahead of the...
EuroMatch NPFL: From Nigeria U20 to continental stage — Clinton Ezekiel begins Rivers United...
For Clinton Ezekiel, the journey from representing Nigeria at U20 level to standing between the posts for one of the country's biggest clubs has...
Nigeria Wonderkid Emmanuel Olawore Completes Move to Kongsvinger IL in Norway
Nigerian attacker Emmanuel Olawore has officially completed his transfer to Norwegian club Kongsvinger IL Toppfotball, making the move from Swedish side Umeå FC.
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Akinola Olajide Reflects on Fortune FA Defeat, Urges Fans to Keep Supporting
Fortune FA star Akinola Olajide has reflected on his side’s disappointing 4–2 defeat to Seamoriow FA in the Seamoriow U15 Championship, admitting that missed...
Messi’s Skills, Bellingham’s Goals Inspire Olaoluwa Abiodun At Shuffle Select Football Academy
An enterprising youngster at Shuffle Select Football Academy of Abule Egba, Lagos, Olaoluwa Abiodun has disclosed that he learns from watching the skills of...
Virgil Van Dijk Is My Role Model, But Barcelona’s My Favourite Club – Samuel...
A highly promising central defender at Arewa Warriors FC of Ile Epo, Lagos, Samuel Ibeanusi has revealed how he gains inspiration from watching Liverpool...
D’Tigress Settle In Berlin, Ahead Of FIBA World Cup Opening Game Versus South Korea...
Nigeria's female basketball national team, D'Tigress have settled down in Berlin, Germany, as they get ready for their first game of the 2026 FIFA...
‘Coach Santos’ Celebrates Multiple Awards With Young Tigers, After Winning Alapoti Summer Camp Cup
Coach Taiwo Abiodun (aka Santos) is celebrating the acquisition of several awards by his team, Young Tigers Football Academy of Ikotun, after they emerged...
Moses Itauma Will Bounce Back Like David Haye, Says Former British Boxer Carl Frampton
Nigerian-born heavyweight boxer, Moses Itauma has been tipped to recover from last Saturday's shock defeat by Filip Hrgovic of Croatia and bounce back in...
WAFU-B WCL Qualifier: Valentina Uroko Named Woman of the Match as Edo Queens Cruise...
Edo Queens captain Valentina Uroko produced a commanding individual performance as the Nigerian champions secured an emphatic 5–1 victory over USFA in the semi-final...
Nigeria Players Scorecard: Kayode, Onyemaechi Shine As Oshoala And Plumptre Score
Nigerian footballers delivered notable performances for their respective clubs across Europe, Africa and the Middle East, with several players making decisive contributions through goals,...
Iheanacho Kelechi Vows To Rise Above Bias At Ifako Unity Summer Championship 2026 In...
A young goalkeeper in Ifako area of Lagos, Iheanacho Kelechi has vowed to continue pushing towards his football dreams despite what he describes as...
CS Sfaxien Arrive Nigeria Ahead of Shooting Stars CAF Confederation Cup Clash
Tunisian giants CS Sfaxien have arrived in Nigeria ahead of their CAF Confederation Cup first-leg preliminary round encounter against Shooting Stars Sports Club.
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CAFCL: Joseph Ogabor to Referee Medeama–TP Mazembe CAF Champions League Clash
Nigerian referee Joseph Odey Ogabor has been appointed as the centre referee for the first-leg CAF Champions League encounter between Ghanaian club Medeama SC...
Seun Ogunsakin Targets US Open Junior Breakthrough as Grand Slam Journey Continues
Nigeria’s teenage tennis sensation Seun Ogunsakin will continue his remarkable Grand Slam journey today when he takes to the courts in Flushing Meadows for...
“I Kept Trying It In Training” — Uroko Reveals Secret Behind Stunning Free-Kick Against...
Edo Queens midfielder Valentina Uroko has revealed that her stunning free-kick against USFA was the result of repeated practice in training, after the Nigerian...
Atlantic Business FC Part Ways With Head Coach Japhet After Trophy-Laden Two-Year Spell
Atlantic Business FC have announced the departure of their Head Coach Japhet and his Assistant Coach, bringing an end to their respective tenures with...
Edo Queens Demolish USFA 5-1, Storm WAFU-B Champions League Final
Reigning Nigeria Women’s Football League (NWFL) champions Edo Queens FC produced a stunning attacking display on Wednesday, thrashing USFA of Burkina Faso 5-1 in...
“No Dream Crusher Will Be Tolerated” — Fatodu Moves To Protect Lagos Young Athletes
The Lagos State Sports Commission has moved to strengthen measures aimed at protecting young athletes after the Commission’s leadership engaged a young sportswoman and...
Ethan Nwaneri Joins Borussia Dortmund On Loan, Following Cold Shoulder At Arsenal
Arsenal's Nigerian-born winger, Ethan Nwaneri has moved on loan to Borussia Dortmund of Germany, with the possibility of getting regular playing time in the...
Nigeria’s Women’s Volleyball Team Coach Elishama Elam Demands More Determination From His Players At...
The head coach of Nigeria's female volleyball national team, Elishama Elam, has charged his players to continue showing determination in their last match at...
Amy Okonkwo, Elizabeth Balogun Tipped To Stand Out For D’Tigress At FIBA Women’s World...
United States-based duo Amy Okonkwo and Elizabeth Balogun have been cited as the stars to watch out for in Nigeria's female basketball national team,...
“Sports Can Help Reduce Crime” — Kwara Governor Pledges More Support For Grassroots Development
Kwara State Governor Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has pledged increased government support for grassroots sports development, saying sustained investment in youth sports can help reduce...
Johnson Agwom Completes Slovan Liberec Move From Novi Pazar
Nigerian teenage attacker Johnson Agwom Dauda has completed a move to Czech top-flight club Slovan Liberec from Serbian side FK Novi Pazar, marking another...
Nwakali Joins Uzoho At Omonia 29M, Begins Fresh Chapter In Cyprus
Super Eagles midfielder Kelechi Nwakali has completed his move to Cypriot First Division side Omonia 29M, joining fellow Nigerian international Francis Uzoho at the...
Abdoulaye Agbejoye Joins Stade de Reims as Grassrunners FC Striker Begins French Adventure
Nigerian U20 centre-forward Abdoulaye Agbejoye has taken another major step in his football journey after officially signing for French club Stade de Reims.
The promising...
Emmanuel Oshomoha Completes Polissya Zhytomyr Move as Right 2 Win FC Abia Graduate Heads...
Nigerian attacker Emmanuel Oshomoha has taken a major step in his football journey after officially signing for Ukrainian side Polissya Zhytomyr.
The talented forward, who...
Kaye Furo Hits Hat-Trick as Nigerian-Born Forward Fires Brentford U21 to 5-1 Rout
Nigerian-heritage forward Kaye Furo delivered a sensational performance for Brentford U21 after scoring a hat-trick in their emphatic 5-1 victory over Sunderland U21.
The 19-year-old...
Abel Apas Joins Akwa United as Morak FC Attacker Begins New NNL Chapter
Young Nigerian attacker Abel Apas has completed his move from Morak FC of Delta State to Akwa United FC, marking an important new chapter...
NWFL Goalkeeper of the Season Fatima Oloko Bids Farewell to Abia Angels
Super Falcons goalkeeper Fatima Oloko has officially announced her departure from Abia Angels following a remarkable 2025/26 season that saw her emerge as one...
Deadline Day Transfer: Brighton Complete £12.5m Move for Nigerian Winger Femi Azeez
Brighton & Hove Albion have completed the signing of Nigerian winger Femi Azeez from Championship side Millwall, with the 25-year-old putting pen to paper...
Deadline Day Transfer: Kelechi Nwakali Begins New Chapter in Cyprus After Barnsley Exit
Super Eagles midfielder Kelechi Nwakali has completed a move to Cypriot top-flight club PAC Omonia 29, beginning a new chapter in his career following...
Etinan Institute, Aka Offot Crowned Champions of Troost-Ekong Foundation Schools Tournament
Etinan Institute and Community Secondary School, Aka Offot, emerged champions of the boys’ and girls’ categories respectively at the Troost-Ekong Foundation Secondary Schools Football...
“A Fresh Start For Nigeria” — Mouktar Mohammed Demands Competent, Credible Normalisation Committee
Chairman of the FCT Football Association, Mouktar Mohammed, has called for a competent and credible normalisation committee to oversee the next phase of Nigerian...
