“Sports Development Must Go Beyond Football” — Babayaro Urges FG to Extend Reforms Across...
Former Nigerian international goalkeeper Emmanuel Babayaro has called on the Federal Government to extend ongoing reforms in Nigerian football to other sporting disciplines, insisting...
“It’s a Shame Nigeria Can No Longer Qualify” — Joshua Daniel Blames Poor Planning,...
Former Golden Eaglets player Joshua Daniel has described Nigeria’s continued absence from major youth football tournaments as shameful, urging the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF)...
“Losing First Match Gives Room for Correction” — Olowookere Backs Flamingos to Bounce Back...
Former Flamingos head coach Bankole Olowookere has backed Nigeria to recover from their 2-1 defeat to Poland at the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup...
“It’s About Execution” — Mangongo Challenges YellowGreens Ahead of T20 World Cup Qualifier Opener...
Nigeria’s YellowGreens head coach, Steve Mangongo, has challenged his players to translate their preparations into results as they begin their campaign at the ICC...
“Iwobi Is One of the Premier League’s Most Underrated Players” — Sherwood Hails Super...
Former Tottenham Hotspur manager Tim Sherwood has praised Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi following his impressive performance in Fulham’s 1-0 victory over Hull City,...
“This Is a Bitter Experience” — Uwejamomere Apologises as Golden Eaglets Miss 2027 AFCON,...
Golden Eaglets head coach Eboboritse Uwejamomere has expressed deep disappointment over Nigeria’s elimination from the 2026 WAFU-B U-17 Championship in Burkina Faso, apologising to...
“We Have to Be Mindful” — Eguavoen Warns Against Rushing Super Falcons Rebuild Ahead...
Super Falcons interim head coach Austin Eguavoen has called for patience as Nigeria prepares to introduce more players into the national team ahead of...
NNL issues warning: Clubs face ₦500,000 fee as October 23 registration deadline looms
The Nigeria National League (NNL) has warned participating clubs to complete their registration submissions by October 23, 2026, with failure to meet the deadline...
“We Must Prepare Better” — Olawale Laments Sand Eagles’ AFCON Failure After Ghana’s 7-4...
Former Super Sand Eagles captain Isiaka Olawale has expressed disappointment over Nigeria’s failure to qualify for the 2026 Beach Soccer Africa Cup of Nations,...
“Never Lose Hope, We Will Make Nigeria Proud” — Precious Oscar Rallies Flamingos Ahead...
Flamingos midfielder Precious Oscar has urged Nigerians not to lose faith in the team following their 2-1 defeat to Poland at the FIFA U-17...
NPFL: ‘We Planned for It, and It Happened!’ — Warri Wolves Coach Hassan Abdallah...
Warri Wolves head coach Hassan Abdallah has revealed that his team's impressive goalless draw against nine-time Nigerian league champions Enyimba FC in Aba was...
Super Falcons Star Gift Monday Unveiled by Boston Legacy FC After Record $500,000 Transfer...
Super Falcons striker Gift Monday has officially been unveiled as a Boston Legacy FC player following her reported record-breaking $500,000 transfer from Washington Spirit,...
Lookman At 29: Celebrating The Nigerian Who Made Europa League Final History With A...
Nigerian international Ademola Lookman celebrates his 29th birthday on Tuesday, October 20, with his place in European football history secured by his remarkable performance...
Destiny Udogie Down With Yet Another Injury, Misses Monday’s Victory Over Awoniyi’s Coventry
Tottenham Hotspur's Nigerian-born defender, Destiny Udogie, is down with a knee injury and missed the London club's English Premier League 3-1 victory over Coventry...
NFF Must Take All Blame For Eaglets’ Failure, Not Their Coach – Chijioke Osuagwu
As reactions continue to trail the latest unceremonious exit of Nigeria's cadet national team, the Golden Eaglets, from the West African Football Union (WAFU)-B...
Eaglets’ Coach Eboboritse Uwejamomere Admits His Team Disappointed Nigerian Football Fans Wirh Poor WAFU-B...
Nigeria's cadet national team, the Golden Eaglets' coach, Eboboritse Uwejamomere, has admitted his squad disappointed their fans at home and abroad with a poor...
Ajibade’s Injury and the NFF Standoff: What UK-Based Nigerian Sports Fans Should Know About...
Rasheedat Ajibade went under the knife this weekend, and Nigerian football fans in Britain felt it as much as anyone in Ikenne. The Super...
‘I Play To Enjoy Football, Not Just For Contracts’ – Rio Chima Ngumoha Says...
Liverpool of England's Nigerian-born youngster, Rio Chima Ngumoha has brushed aside speculation that he is worried about his immediate future with The Reds, saying...
Lawrence Okolie Reaches Resolution With Boxing Officials Regarding Suspension Of His Drugs Ban
Nigerian-born boxer Lawrence Okolie has reached a resolution with one of the world's leading professional pugilists' federations regarding his return to the ring soon...
Alex Iwobi Reveals What Will Help Fulham Continue Winning Their Matches In EPL
Fulham midfielder Alex Iwobi has revealed a startling factor that can help his team maintain their winning form in the English Premier League, Sports247...
Super Falcons Defender Rofiat Imuran Makes Dream Aston Villa Debut in Dramatic 2-1 Comeback...
Nigerian international Rofiat Imuran marked an important milestone in her football career after making her debut for Aston Villa Women during their impressive 2-1...
IASC PatrickLingo Super League: ‘I Wanted the Man of the Match Award, So I...
Zudachi Construction's standout performer, Chimieze Ogere, popularly known as Aguiyi-Ironsi, has revealed how missing out on the Man of the Match award in his...
Like Father, Like Son! Michael Emenalo’s Son Landon Makes Celtic Debut in Stunning 7-1...
Young football prospect Landon Emenalo has taken an important step in his professional career after making his debut for Scottish giants Celtic FC during...
NPFL: ‘My First Goal Is God’s Blessing!’ — Kano Pillars Hero Yahaya Ibrahim Targets...
Kano Pillars' match-winner Yahaya Ibrahim has expressed gratitude to God, his teammates and the club's supporters after producing a Man of the Match performance...
NPFL: Ranchers Bees Appoint Ma’aji Muhammad as New Head Coach After Usman Abd’Allah’s Exit
Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) newcomers Ranchers Bees have appointed Ma'aji Muhammad as their new head coach for the remainder of the 2026/2027 season,...
NPFL Matchday 9 Roundup: Sporting Lagos Stun Plateau United, Kano Pillars End Winless Run...
The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Matchday 9 produced dramatic encounters, missed penalties, managerial changes and crucial away victories, with Sporting Lagos, Kano Pillars,...
Adeoti Oladapo Bolaji Leads Kwara State’s Conquest Of South West Chess Championship In Ilesha
Highly promising youngster Adeoti Oladapo Bolaji once again led the way for Kwara State, as the team from Ilorin clinched the top spot at...
AWOL NO MORE! Joshua Baba Returns to Bendel Insurance After Apology
Bendel Insurance goalkeeper Joshua Baba has returned to training after apologising to the club over his unauthorised absence, bringing a new development to a...
Handball Gains Fresh Push For Inclusion At 2026 National Sports Festival In Enugu
A fresh push has been made for the inclusion of handball among team events to be contested at this year's National Sports Festival in...
‘Very difficult to break!’ Bursaspor coach reacts to Iheanacho’s historic Turkish football record
Bursaspor coach Mustafa Er has been impressed by Kelechi Iheanacho’s remarkable goalscoring run in Turkey, as the Nigerian striker continues to attract attention following...
France left frustrated as Ilenikhena commit his international future to Super Eagles
France could miss out on the services of promising striker George Ilenikhena after the forward opted to represent Nigeria at senior international level, giving...
NPFL Hits Doma United With ₦5.25m Fine, Three Home Matches Behind Closed Doors Over...
Doma United have been handed financial sanctions totalling ₦5.25 million and ordered to play their next three home matches behind closed doors following multiple...
Flamingos Must Fix Defensive Lapses as Puerto Rico Test Becomes Crucial
Nigeria’s Flamingos must turn the promise shown in their opening FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup performance into a more complete display when they face...
Beyond the Courtroom: Kaduna Judiciary Games Put Staff Welfare in Focus
The 32nd National Judiciary Sports Competition in Kaduna has brought the welfare of judicial officers and staff into focus, with organisers and government officials...
Iheanacho’s Turkish Revival Gives Super Eagles Another Attacking Option to Consider
Kelechi Iheanacho's remarkable scoring form at Bursaspor has strengthened the case for keeping the Nigerian forward in the Super Eagles conversation as he continues...
Bayelsa Tops Medal Table As MMA Championship Sets Stage For National Sports Festival
Bayelsa State has emerged as the leading team at the 2nd Sunday Dare / Bayelsa State National Mixed Martial Arts Open Championship, underlining its...
Dele-Bashiru Stuns Juventus With Stunning Solo Run In Lazio’s 3-0 Victory
Nigerian midfielder Fisayo Dele-Bashiru produced a moment of individual brilliance as Lazio defeated Juventus 3-0 at the Allianz Stadium on Sunday, October 18, with...
Rangers Demand Urgent CAF Action Against MC Alger Ahead of Crucial Second Leg
Rangers International have petitioned the Confederation of African Football (CAF) to order their CAF Champions League return leg against MC Alger to be played...
Can Moses Usor Recover in Time for AFCON 2027 Qualifiers?
The match winner for Nigeria in their 2-1 victory against Madagascar, Moses Usor, is currently in a race against time to be fit for...
Runjaic’s Verdict on Okoye After Udinese’s 3-0 Defeat to Lecce
Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye was praised by Udinese manager Kosta Runjaic following the Bianconeri’s disappointing 3-0 loss against Lecce in their Serie A...
NPFL: ‘Winning Is What I’m Paid For!’ — Daniel Ogunmodede Hails Kano Pillars’ Derby...
Kano Pillars Technical Adviser Daniel Ogunmodede has praised his players for their determination and fighting spirit after the Sai Masu Gida secured a hard-fought...
NPFL: Yahaya Ibrahim Wins Player of the Match After Kano Pillars’ Victory
Yahaya Ibrahim made a memorable contribution to Kano Pillars’ 1-0 victory over Katsina United in Matchday Nine of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL),...
Super Eagles’ Francis Uzoho Shines With Clean Sheet as Omonia Edge Anorthosis 1-0, Nwakali...
Super Eagles goalkeeper Francis Uzoho delivered an impressive performance between the posts as ALS Omonia secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Anorthosis Famagusta, with...
PSG Rally Behind Super Falcons Captain Rasheedat Ajibade After Surgery as Lyon Inflict Heavy...
French women's football giants Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) have demonstrated their support for Super Falcons captain Rasheedat Ajibade following her successful surgery for a fractured...
NPFL: ‘We Played Very Well, But Couldn’t Convert Our Chances’ — Wonah Williams Targets...
Enyimba FC's Wonah Williams has expressed confidence that the People's Elephant will return to winning ways despite being held to a frustrating goalless draw...
What Venezia’s Coach Said That Motivated Akor Adam’s Winning Goal Against Napoli In Serie...
Venezia of Italy striker, Akor Adam has come out with details of what the Venice-based team's new coach, Davide Nicola said, which helped him...
Ayo Makinwa’s Latest Deals In Serbia Open New Chapter For Former Super Eagles’ Striker...
Two deals sealed in Serbia over the past weekend have opened a new chapter for former Super Eagles' striker, Stephen Ayodele Makinwa, as he...
Uche Agbo Receives Avalanche Of Congratulatory Messages After Joining Another Club In Israel
Former Super Eagles central defender, Uche Henry Agbo has been showered with an avalanche of congratulatory messages, following his move to Hapoel Rishon Lezion...
“Our Boxers Are Good, We Will Surely Do Well” — Capt. Kashim Backs Nigerian...
Despite challenging results at the ongoing African Boxing Elite Championships 2026, Nigeria's Head of Delegation, Capt. Rasulun Kashim, has expressed confidence in the country's...
“Kenya Has Given African Boxers a Big Opportunity!” — Nigeria’s Delegation Leader Hails Nairobi...
The Head of Nigeria's delegation to the African Boxing Elite Championships 2026, Capt. Rasulun Kashim, has applauded the Kenyan government and tournament organisers for...
