Infantino Urges African Federations to Unite and ‘Serve Football
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has called on African representatives, including Alhaji Musa Gusau, to prioritize development and opportunity across the continent.
Speaking at the CAF...
Ogunbiyi Vows to Revolutionize Rowing, Canoeing, and Sailing in Nigeria
Newly elected president of the Nigeria Rowing, Canoe, and Sailing Federation, Akin Ogunbiyi, has pledged to make infrastructure development and talent discovery the cornerstone...
Ikan Sports’ Gift Clinton Reflects on Week 3: “It’s a Marathon, Not a Sprint”...
Gift Clinton, the energetic and talented player for Ikan Sports, spoke about her team’s 23–13 victory over Mainland Long Horns in Week 3 of...
Lawal Urges Flying Eagles to Stay Resolute Ahead of Argentina Clash
Former Nigeria international Dimeji Lawal has called on the Flying Eagles to remain steadfast as they prepare to face Argentina in the Round of...
Zubairu Aims High: Flying Eagles Target Historic U-20 Trophy
Flying Eagles coach Aliyu Zubairu has reaffirmed that his team’s target remains winning Nigeria’s first-ever U-20 World Cup trophy, despite focusing on one match...
Omoruyi Confident: Flying Eagles Ready to Upset Argentina
Former youth international Loveday Omoruyi has expressed confidence in the Flying Eagles’ chances after their victory over Argentina in the FIFA U-20 World Cup,...
Just-In: 15 More Super Eagles Arrive In Polokwane, Squad Now 17 Strong Ahead Of...
The Super Eagles’ camp received a significant boost on Monday as 15 more players arrived in Polokwane, joining two previously assembled squad members to...
Obafemi Confident Flying Eagles Will Shine Despite Draw Against Colombia
Former Super Eagles defender Abiodun Obafemi has praised the Flying Eagles for their performance at the FIFA U-20 World Cup in Chile, despite a...
Ajunwa Urges Caution: Nigeria Must Prepare Before 2030 Commonwealth Games
Former Nigerian Olympic gold medalist Chioma Ajunwa has cautioned authorities over the country’s ambition to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games, warning that proper preparation...
Zimbabwe Coach Nees: Warriors Won’t Be Easy for Any Opponent
Warriors of Zimbabwe head coach Micheal Nees has issued a warning to all teams facing his side in the final two 2026 World Cup...
Broos Boasts Bafana Bafana Can Still Edge Out Nigeria and Benin
Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos has declared that his side still holds the advantage in the race for 2026 World Cup qualification, ahead...
Former Nigerian U17 Midfielder Daniel Francis Excels in Austria with Wacker Innsbruck
Former Nigeria U17 midfielder Daniel Francis is making headlines in Austria as he continues to impress for Wacker Innsbruck in the Austrian Regionalliga West.
The...
Nigerian-Born Goalkeeper Noah Atubolu Earns First Senior Call-Up to Germany’s National Team
Nigerian descent goalkeeper Noah Atubolu has received his first-ever call-up to the German senior national team, Die Mannschaft. The 23-year-old SC Freiburg shot-stopper, born...
“I Want to Make Arsenal Proud” – 15-Year-Old Nigerian Prodigy Mishel Nduka Shines Bright...
Fifteen-year-old Mishel Nduka has begun making waves since joining Arsenal U16 late last month. The talented midfielder has already featured in two matches for...
Team Nigeria Heads to Cairo for Historic World Para Powerlifting Championships
Excitement is running high as Team Nigeria’s para powerlifting contingent departed the country on Tuesday, October 7, bound for Cairo, Egypt, to compete in...
Coastal Union Appoints Mohamed Muya as New Head Coach After Sacking Ally Ameer
Tanzania Premier League side Coastal Union has officially unveiled Mohamed Muya as their new head coach, following the dismissal of Ally Mohamed Ameer due...
TFF Probes Yanga Princess Striker Over Gender Eligibility Amid Controversy
The Tanzania Football Federation (TFF) has reportedly ordered Young Africans Women’s Football Club (Yanga Princess) to suspend their Rwandan striker, Jeanine Mukandayisenga, following allegations...
SWANECO Inaugurated By Lagos SWAN To Conduct Elections, Congress Condemns Intimidation Of Members
The Lagos State chapter of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) has inaugurated a new electoral committee (SWANECO) tasked with organizing free and...
CAF FIFA 2026 WCQ Matchday 9 Preview: Nigeria, Cameroon on Shaky Trips as...
The race for Africa’s remaining seven tickets to the 2026 FIFA World Cup reaches a crucial stage this week, with Nigeria, Cameroon, Ghana, Egypt,...
Showtime Bowl Series XIII: Panthers’ Lawal Fuad: “Every Game Feels Like a Final” as...
Lawal Fuad, the No. 09 safety for Panthers Sports, has opened up about his team’s impressive run in the ongoing Showtime Bowl Series XIII,...
Mikel Obi Issues Emotional Rallying Cry: “It Will Be a Crime if Nigeria Misses...
Former Super Eagles captain John Mikel Obi has sent a passionate message to Nigeria’s national team, urging players to “take responsibility, shut out distractions,...
107 Goals Scored as FIFA Unveil the Numbers at FIFA U-20 World Cup Group...
The U-20 World Cup group stage has come to an end. A total of 107 goals were netted during the opening round. FIFA looks...
The Abia Striker Whose Feet Speaks The Language Of Dreams
Lagos fans were left spellbound on Saturday as Justin Chialuka, a 22-year-old striker from Abia State, dazzled the pitch with two breathtaking goals in...
LSFA Begins Move to Fill Vacant Board Position
The Lagos State Football Association (LSFA) has officially announced plans to conduct a bye-election to fill a vacant position on its board.
According to a...
Nigeria Strengthens Global Football Influence as Gusau, Mustapha, and Falode Secure Key FIFA Roles
Nigeria’s footprint in world football administration has deepened with the appointment of three distinguished Nigerians — Ibrahim Musa Gusau, Abdulhakeem Mustapha (SAN), and Ayishat...
Chris Green Sets Agenda as Amaju Pinnick Gets Second Chance at FIFA
Former Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) President, Amaju Pinnick, has been appointed Deputy Chair of the FIFA Men’s National Teams Competitions Committee, marking his return...
Chile 2025: Nigeria Players Missing as FIFA Picks Seven Stars from Group Stage
No Nigerian youngster was named among the seven standout stars selected by FIFA as Chile 2025 group stage ended on Monday.
Nigeria’s Flying Eagles may...
FIFA 2026: Super Eagles Nest in South Africa for Lesotho Clash Today
The Super Eagles have settled into their temporary nest in Polokwane, South Africa, as they begin final preparations today for Friday’s crucial 2026 FIFA...
BREAKING: Super Eagles Poised to Leap to the TOP — 5 Unstoppable Reasons Nigeria...
Nigeria could wake up Saturday in a very different world. With crucial FIFA qualifiers on Friday, Oct 10, 2025 (Lesotho vs Nigeria) and a...
2025 FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup finals: Flamingos set to depart for Morocco
Ahead of FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup, Nigeria’s U-17 women’s national team, the Flamingos, will depart Abuja in the early hours of Wednesday, October...
24th FIFA U20 World Cup: Nigeria, Argentina light up Santiago in big last-16 tie
Nigeria and Argentina will, once again, set the global football stage alight as the Round of 16 of this year’s FIFA U20 World Cup...
Ashleigh Plumptre Opens up Living, Finding Purpose in Saudi Arabia
Two years after swapping England for Saudi Arabia, Super Falcons defender Ashleigh Plumptre says life in the Middle East has been a journey of...
Danmarna Polo Team Shines Bright, Finishes Second at Prestigious Emir of Kano Cup Tournament
Danmarna Polo Team continued to make waves on Nigeria’s polo circuit after finishing as runners-up in the highly esteemed Emir of Kano Cup Polo...
Just-In: Nigeria’s Flying Eagles Land in Santiago for U-20 World Cup Clash With Argentina
The Flying Eagles of Nigeria have arrived in Santiago, Chile, ahead of their Round of 16 encounter with Argentina at the ongoing FIFA U-20...
Young Nigerian Swimmers Dominate Africa Zone 2 Championship — Records Shattered, Future Stars Emerge
Team Nigeria made an emphatic statement at the 2025 Africa Zone 2 Swimming Championship, turning the continental stage into a showcase of youth excellence,...
NPFL: Bendel Insurance Suspends Coach Greg Ikhenoba, Bazuaye Takes Over in Interim Capacity
Bendel Insurance Football Club have confirmed the suspension of their Head Coach, Greg Ikhenoba, following an official directive from the Edo State Sports Commission.
In...
FIFA 2026 WCQ: Injury Rules Out Another Super Eagles Player for Lesotho, Benin Clashes
Nigeria’s preparation for the upcoming FIFA 2026 World Cup qualifiers has suffered another setback as defender Felix Agu has been ruled out due to...
NPFL: Obaje on Target as Rangers Edge Katsina United; Remo Stars Down Wikki...
Rangers International and Remo Stars both recorded crucial victories on Monday to improve their standings in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL).
At the Nnamdi...
Underrated Talent Shines as Lagos Stallions Defeat Kano Warriors 3–2 in National Hockey Clash
The Lagos City Hockey Stadium was filled with excitement on Sunday afternoon as the Lagos Stallions edged the Kano Warriors 3–2 in a thrilling...
Chile 2025: Flying Eagles Coach Zubairu Unfazed by Argentina’s Credentials — “It’s a Challenge...
Nigeria’s Flying Eagles have turned their attention to a mouthwatering Round of 16 showdown with Argentina at the ongoing FIFA U-20 World Cup in...
Meet Captain Fantastic: Bameyi’s Penalty Magic Powers Nigeria’s U-20 Surge
On the world’s brightest stage, when most teenagers would freeze, Daniel Bameyi burned brighter.
Twice in two games, the 19-year-old captain of Nigeria’s U-20 team...
Nigeria Finish Third at 2025 Africa Aquatics Zone 2 Championships
Team Nigeria has finished as third beat team at the 2025 Africa Aquatics Zone 2 Championships in Ghana which was concluded over the weekend.
The...
Lagos State Earns Accolades As Hub of Sports Excellence After Under-15 Triumph and E1...
Lagos State has received widespread commendation for its outstanding achievements in sports development, with Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu and several national sports leaders praising the...
Governor Sanwo-Olu Hails E1 Lagos GP As Milestone For Innovation and Sustainable Development
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has described the successful hosting of the E1 Lagos Grand Prix (E1 Lagos GP) as a landmark achievement...
Showtime Bowl XIII Week 3: Panthers Roar Unbeaten As Warriors Rise — Lagos Becomes...
Week 3 of the Showtime Bowl Series XIII delivered yet another round of action, energy, and electrifying football at the Showtime Arena, Lekki, proving...
“I’m Just Getting Started!” – Nigeria’s Chiamaka Nnadozie Earns WSL Player of the Month...
It’s official — Super Falcons star Chiamaka Nnadozie has been nominated for the English Women’s Super League (WSL) Player of the Month Award, marking...
NSC DG Commends Lagos Government For Hosting First-Ever E1 Electric Boat Racing Championship In...
The Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Hon. Bukola Olopade, has commended the Lagos State Government for transforming the state into a...
NSC To Inspect Enugu Facilities Ahead Of 2026 National Sports Festival
The National Sports Commission (NSC) has announced plans to conduct an inspection of sports facilities in Enugu State from October 21 to 24, 2025,...
Hoops N’ Read Dethrone Police Baton to Win Chief of Defence Staff Unity Basketball...
Hoops N’ Read have emerged champions of the 4th Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) Unity Basketball Championship, ending Police Baton’s unbeaten run in a...
NIS Boss Commends Chief of Defence Staff for Organizing Basketball Unity Championship
The Director General and Chief Executive Officer of the National Institute for Sports (NIS), Comrade Philip Shaibu, has commended the Chief of Defence Staff,...
