NNL: Gateway United Football Club Change Name to Gateway Football Club
Ahead of NNL 2025/26 season, Gateway United Football Club, Abeokuta has change their name to Gateway Football Club.
A 3-0 defeat to Godswill Akpabio FC...
Iganmu FC Prodigy, Dayo Olasunkanmi Joins FC Nora, Japan
Iganmu FC proudly announces the successful transfer of Abdulwaheed Dayo Olasunkanmi, one of Nigeria’s emerging football prospects, to Nara Club, a professional football club...
Nigeria to Host Inaugural Africa Running Conference in Lagos — A Landmark Step for...
The National Sports Commission (NSC), in partnership with World Athletics and the Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN), is set to host the first-ever Africa...
Madugu Confident as Super Falcons Face Benin in WAFCON Qualifiers Despite Echegini’s Injury Blow
Head Coach Justine Madugu remains confident about Nigeria’s chances against Benin Republic in their 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) qualifying fixture, even...
Flamingos Fight for Survival as Nigeria Face France in Crucial U17 Women’s World Cup...
After a painful 4–1 defeat to Canada in their opening Group D fixture, Nigeria’s U17 girls, the Flamingos, now face a decisive test of...
Benin To Host 2025 WAFU B U20 Women’s Championship As Nigeria, Ghana Set for...
Benin Republic has been officially confirmed as the host nation for the second edition of the WAFU B U20 Women’s Championship, slated to run...
Aghama Efe Returns to Action for FC Cádiz After Injury Layoff
Former Bendel Insurance winger Aghama Efe marked his long-awaited return to action for FC Cádiz in their 3–1 defeat to FC Burgos in the...
Breaking: Arsenal Complete Signing of Nigerian Heritage Midfielder Ahaneku Emmanuel from Coventry City Academy
Arsenal FC have officially completed the signing of Ahaneku Emmanuel, a highly rated midfielder of Nigerian heritage, from Coventry City Academy.
The promising youngster, known...
Breaking: Nigerian Starlet Chinedu Isaiah Joins Slavia Praha U19 Squad for UEFA Youth League...
Former Right 2 Win Academy of Abia State player Chinedu Isaiah has been named in the Slavia Praha U19 squad that travelled to Italy...
How Ayobami Jnr Leads Shooting Stars to Victory Over Abia Warriors
Shooting Stars SC midfielder Ayobami Jnr continues to establish himself as a key influence in the team’s midfield following his standout display in their...
Edo Golf Association Honours Sports Commission After Series of Victories Across Nigeria
The Chairman of the Edo State Golf Association, Mr. Andy Momodu, on Tuesday led a delegation of coaches, athletes, and stakeholders on a courtesy...
Simba SC Vows to Clamp Down on Unruly Fans Ahead of CAF Champions League...
Dar es Salaam — The management of Simba SC has assured supporters that firm measures will be in place to prevent unruly behaviour when...
Nigeria-France Sports Awards: Organizers Celebrate SSA Adeyinka Adeboye As a Beacon of Grassroots Sports...
The organizers of the Nigeria-France Sports Awards have celebrated Hon. Adeyinka Adeboye, Senior Special Assistant to the President on Grassroots Sports Development, describing him...
Mzize Returns from Injury, Vows to Lead Yanga to Victory in CAF Champions League...
Dar es Salaam – Young Africans (Yanga) striker Clement Mzize has returned to full fitness after being sidelined for a month with a thigh...
Heartwarming Moment as Nigerian Forward Peter Onyekachi Welcomes His Mother to Israel
It was a moment of pure emotion and joy for Nigerian forward Peter Onyekachi, who plays for Hapoel Nof Hagalil FC, as he welcomed...
AFN’s Victor Okorie Sets Sights on a Golden Era for Nigerian Athletics Ahead of...
For Victor Okorie, a 400m hurdles silver medallist at the 2003 African Games, every new season in Nigerian athletics is more than a competition...
African Table Tennis on the Rise — Oshodi Confident of Strong Showing at 2026...
President of the Africa Table Tennis Federation (ATTF), Waheed Enitan Oshodi, has hailed the rapid progress of table tennis across the continent, expressing optimism...
Mutiu Adepoju Urges Nwabali to Improve Communication and Focus Ahead of Playoffs
Former Super Eagles midfielder Mutiu Adepoju has called on goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali to raise his performance level and improve his coordination with the defence...
‘He’s Getting Complacent’: Edema Fuludu Warns Nwabali to Step Up Before World Cup Playoffs
Former Nigeria international Edema Fuludu has issued a stern warning to Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali, claiming that the shot-stopper’s recent performances show signs...
Olowookere Admits Flamingoes’ Errors After 4–1 Defeat to Canada, Promises Stronger Response
Head coach of the Nigeria U17 girls’ team, Bankole Olowookere, has admitted that his side made costly mistakes in their 4–1 loss to Canada...
Obuh Urges Calm After U20 World Cup Exit — Says Nigeria Can Learn from...
Former Flying Eagles coach John Sam Obuh has urged Nigerians not to panic over the country’s U20 World Cup lapses, insisting that the team...
‘Just Five Short!’ — Yakubu Aiyegbeni Regrets Falling Short of 100 Premier League Goals...
Former Super Eagles striker Yakubu Aiyegbeni has revealed that one of his few career regrets was failing to reach the 100-goal mark in the...
Udi Laments Decline of Local Football, Says Ex-Players Are “Running Away” from Coaching
Former Super Eagles midfielder Duke Udi has expressed concern over the steady decline in Nigeria’s football development, blaming part of the problem on the...
Obafemi Warns Super Eagles: “Gabon Will Be No Walk in the Park”
Former Super Eagles defender, Abiodun Obafemi, has cautioned Nigeria’s national team to take nothing for granted ahead of their crucial World Cup playoff clash...
Oboabona Urges Fans to Keep Faith in Super Eagles, Backs Osimhen’s Tireless Effort
Former Super Eagles defender Godfrey Oboabona has called on Nigerian fans to continue supporting the national team through its ups and downs, stressing that...
Nigeria’s Forgotten Talents: The Football Dream That Refuses to Die
As the afternoon sun beats down on the dusty field behind Agege Stadium, 20-year-old Justin Chialuka moves with quiet determination. His left foot glides...
WAFCON 2026 Qualifiers: Nnadozie, Ucheibe Bolster Super Falcons Camp Ahead of Benin Republic Showdown
Super Falcons goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie and midfielder Christy Ucheibe have joined Nigeria’s camp as preparations heighten for the 2026 WAFCON Qualifiers against Benin Republic.
Their...
Ola Aina And Taiwo Awoniyi Welcomes Former Burnley and Everton Boss Sean Dyche As...
The Nigerian internationals welcome the third coach this season for Nottingham Forest. The 54-year-old Englishman, Sean Dyche, who has signed a contract to run...
Nigerian Forward Agu Stephen Impresses for Polish Side MSK Łucznik Strzelec After Strong Start
Nigerian forward Agu Stephen has made an immediate impact at his new Polish club, MSK Łucznik Strzelec, following his move last month. The talented...
Former Remo Stars Midfielder Tochukwu Michael Meets AFCON Hero Sunday Mba Ahead of Austrian...
Former Remo Stars midfielder Tochukwu Michael recently had a special moment as he met former Nigeria international Sunday Mba, the 2013 AFCON final match-winner...
Nigeria’s Dennis Mse Makes Promising Debut for Armenian Club Alashkert
Armenia – Former P Sports FC of Abuja midfielder Dennis Mse made an encouraging start to his career in Europe with Alashkert (The Alashkerttsiner)...
Nigeria’s Omooba Awolesi Impresses at Preston North End
Nigerian young attacker Omooba Awolesi is quickly making a name for himself at Preston North End, widely known as The Lilywhites.
The talented forward has...
Police, NSCDC Renew Fierce Rivalry in Ogun SWAN Security Cup Final Showdown
The stage is set for another electrifying clash of pride and power as the Nigeria Police Force and the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence...
Africa’s No. 1 Boxer Asemahle Biro Wellem to Fight for WBA Light Heavyweight World...
South African boxer Asemahle Biro Wellem, currently Africa’s top-ranked fighter, has been confirmed to compete for the WBA Light Heavyweight World Title against Dilmurod...
Twiga Stars Set for Crucial WAFCON 2026 Qualifier Against Ethiopia
Tanzania’s national women’s football team, the Twiga Stars, will host Ethiopia on Wednesday in a crucial first-leg encounter of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup...
Lagos FA Sets Screening Date For Aspirants to Fill Board Vacancy
Following approval from the Congress of the Lagos State Football Association (LSFA), the Electoral Committee has announced the screening date for aspirants interested in...
The History Of Burnley Football Club
Burnley Football Club, founded in 1882, is one of the oldest professional football clubs in England and a cornerstone of Lancashire football. The 1xBet...
Werblack Wines Synergy Cup 2025: Island AllStars’ President Okeke Kenneth Reveals Global Impact In...
The President of Island All Stars Club (IASC), Chief Okeke Kenneth has revealed that this year's football bonding competition among its members has set...
Maduka Okoye Back And Better- Denied Vardy From Getting The Winner For Cremonese
The Nigerian International, Maduka Okoye was handed the first start for Udinese in a 1-1 draw against Cremonese in a Matchday-7 Serie A fixtures...
WAFCON 2026 Qualifiers: Coach Ouzerou Backs Benin Republic Team to Shock Super Falcons
Amazons of Benin Republic head coach, Abdoulaye Ouzerou, has expressed confidence ahead of their clash with Nigeria’s Super Falcons in the WAFCON 2026 qualifiers.
Speaking...
Sunshine Stars Shine Bright as Gold Cup Heats Up; Lobi Stars Stumble, Crown FC...
MatchDay 5 of the 13th Gold Cup delivered high drama and thrilling football action, with Sunshine Stars claiming South-West bragging rights and Lobi Stars...
Nigeria Wins 2025 FC Bayern Youth Cup World Finals
Nigeria’s youth football team has clinched the 2025 FC Bayern Youth Cup World Finals title after defeating Rwanda 1-0 in a thrilling final.
The victory...
SSA Adeboye Honoured In France, Dedicates Award to Nigeria’s Grassroots Sports Heroes
The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Grassroots Sports Development, Hon. Adeyinka Adeboye, has been honoured with a prestigious award at the 3rd...
Morocco 2025: Tough Start for Africa as Nigeria, Morocco, Cameroon Struggle in Opening Round...
It was a disappointing opening weekend for Africa at the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco, as Nigeria, Morocco, and Cameroon all suffered...
Yahya Ibrahim Voted As NPFL Player of The Month of September
Barau FC prodigy, Yayha Ibrahim has been voted as the player of the month of September, 2025 in the Nigeria Premier Football League after...
Egypt Sweeps 2025 ITTF Africa Championships
Egypt’s dominance in African table tennis was once again on full display at the 2025 ITTF Africa Championships in Tunis, as the Omar Assar...
“Dreams Delayed, Not Denied”: Lagos Table Tennis Star Faith Japheth Battles Odds to Keep...
Inside the ageing Surulere Community Sports Hall in Lagos, the rhythmic bounce of a ping-pong ball echoes like a heartbeat — the heartbeat of...
2025/2026 NPFL: Top 5 Things to Know from Matchday 9
It was a weekend of shocks, surprises, and standout performances across Matchday 9 of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), as newly promoted sides...
Nigeria Sports Commission Hails Para Powerlifters After Brilliant Outing in Cairo
The Nigeria Sports Commission (NSC) has congratulated the nation’s para powerlifting team following their outstanding performance at the just-concluded World Para Powerlifting Championships in...
NRFF Steps Up Grassroots Rugby Drive with TI Coaching Training in Abuja
The Nigeria Rugby Football Federation (NRFF) is ramping up its grassroots development agenda with the launch of another TI Coaching Training Program, set to...
