Nigeria, Egypt Others to Know Opponents as 2026 ITTF World Table Tennis Championships Holds
African table tennis giants Nigeria and Egypt are set to spearhead the continent’s campaign at the 2026 ITTF World Table Tennis Championships, which will...
NDDC Targets Olympic Pathway as Niger Delta Games Set to Become Legacy Talent Factory
The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) is positioning the Niger Delta Games as a long-term talent pipeline for Nigeria’s international sporting ambitions, with plans...
HAFCON 2025: Angola Knock Nigeria Out in Quarter-Final Clash
Nigeria’s campaign at the 2025 Handball Africa Cup of Nations (HAFCON) came to an end on Sunday after a 27–24 defeat to Angola in...
“Not Satisfied” – Finidi Reacts as Rivers United Hold Power Dynamos in Ndola
Rivers United head coach Finidi George has admitted to mixed emotions following his side’s goalless draw with Zambia’s Power Dynamos in their CAF Champions...
Golden Arrows Fly High as Quarter-Final Stage Is Set at African Handball Nations Cup in Kigali
Nigeria’s Golden Arrows have sent a strong warning to the rest of the continent after storming into the quarter-finals of the African Handball Nations...
Salim Fago Lawal Close to Joining Qarabağ FK
Super Eagles forward, Salim Fago Lawal is on the verge of a move to Azerbaijani champions Qarabağ FK, with reports suggesting a €2 million...
Adeleye Returns to Familiar Ground as Enosis Neon Secure Super Eagles Goalkeeper
Super Eagles goalkeeper Adebayo Adeleye has completed a return to Enosis Neon Paralimniou FC, signing a two-year permanent deal with the Cypriot club as...
Honesty Soars to NCAA Top-3 with Massive PB at Fighting Illini Challenge
Mercy Honesty announced herself as one of the premier triple jumpers in U.S. collegiate athletics after producing a sensational personal best of 13.38m at...
Immaculate Daniel Maintains Podium Form at Larry Wieczorek Invitational
Nigeria’s Immaculate Daniel continued her encouraging start to the indoor season with another composed performance at the Larry Wieczorek Invitational, finishing third in the...
EAGLE EYE: Celebrating Chelle’s Comportment
This is a belated congratulatory message going out to Super Eagles' coach, Eric Sekou Chelle. I write my congrats to him, not just because...
Akor Adams Seals Sevilla Victory as Athletic Bilbao Fall at Ramón Sánchez-Pizjuán
Nigerian forward Akor Adams was the hero for Sevilla, scoring from the penalty spot to secure a hard-fought 2–1 home league victory over Athletic...
Chukwueze Shines Off the Bench as Fulham Snatch Late Win Over Brighton
Samuel Chukwueze continued his fine run of form, scoring off the bench to inspire Fulham’s dramatic 2–1 home victory over Brighton in an entertaining...
Osimhen Nets Seventh League Goal as Galatasaray Cruise to 3–1 Away Victory
Victor Osimhen continued his outstanding form in Turkey as Galatasaray claimed a commanding 3–1 away win over Karagümrük, with the Nigerian striker once again...
Tammy Abraham Ready To Wave Good-bye To Wilfred Ndidi At Beşiktaş
Nigerian-born striker, Tammy Abraham is ready to wave good-bye to Wilfred Onyinyen Ndidi and other teammates at Beşiktaş of Turkey, as the lanky attacker...
Jordan Obi’s 14 Points Can’t Save University Of Kentucky From Defeat
University of Kentucky guard, Jordan Obi could not save her team from suffering a shock 60-58 loss to Tennessee in USA’s National Collegiate Athletics...
Giannis Antetokounmpo Picks Flaws In His NBA Team; Says – ‘We’re Not Playing To Win’
Nigerian-born basketball star, Giannis Antetokounmpo has picked flaws in the form of his team, Milwaukee Bucks of USA, with a verdict that they are...
Chido Obi Receives Fresh Accolades, After Scoring For Manchester United’s U18s
Manchester United of England youth team player, Chidozie Obi-Martin (aka Chido Obi) is in the spotlight once again, with more accolades trailing after him,...
Power Dynamos and Rivers United Share the Spoils in Goalless CAF Champions League Stalemate
Power Dynamos of Zambia and Nigeria’s Rivers United played out a tense 0–0 draw in their CAF Champions League encounter, with both sides cancelling...
“Thank You Dad” Ogunmodede Pens Emotional Message to Remo Stars Supremo Kunle Soname
Remo Stars head coach, Daniel Adesina Ogunmodede, has paid glowing tribute to club proprietor Hon. Kunle Soname (OFR) in an emotional appreciation message that...
Victor Moses Joins Kaysar Kyzylorda, Begins New Chapter in Kazakhstan
Former Super Eagles forward Victor Moses has opened a new chapter in his illustrious career after completing a move to Kazakhstan Premier League side...
CAF Champions League: Rivers United Hold Power Dynamos as Quarter-Final Hopes Hang in the Balance
Rivers United secured a goalless draw against Zambia’s Power Dynamos in their CAF Champions League encounter, winning their first point of the campaign after...
Explainer: World Athletics Rules on Dropped Batons in Relay Races Simplified
World Athletics introduced a revised rule governing dropped batons in relay events, aimed at improving fairness and clarity for athletes and officials. READ ALSO: World...
World Athletics New Indoor Competition Rules Explained
World Athletics has announced a series of rule changes aimed at improving safety, fairness and race organisation in indoor track events. The updated regulations affect...
Celtic Handed Kelechi Iheanacho Boost Ahead of Must-Win Title Race Clash with Hearts
Celtic have received a significant lift ahead of their Scottish Premiership trip to Tynecastle, with striker Kelechi Iheanacho returning to training as the Hoops...
21 Days to Go: Nigerian, Kenyan, Ethiopian, and Ugandan Elite Stars Set for Showdown at Access Bank Lagos City Marathon
With 21 days to go, the countdown has begun, the road is calling, and Lagos is once again preparing to host Africa’s biggest road...
Fulham Coach Silva Welcomes Super Eagles Calvin Bassey, Chukwueze , Iwobi Back to EPL After Six Weeks
Fulham manager Marco Silva has expressed his delight at the return of Super Eagles stars Alex Iwobi, Samuel Chukwueze and Calvin Bassey following the...
HAFCON 2025: Nigeria Top Group A, Target Win Against Host Rwanda in Final Group Match
Nigeria will face Rwanda in their final Group A fixture at the 2025 Handball Africa Cup of Nations (HAFCON) on Saturday, January 24, 2026,...
NPFL Fails to Crack Africa’s Top 10 Leagues in Latest IFFHS Rankings
The Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) has once again failed to secure a place among Africa’s top ten domestic leagues in the latest rankings...
From Chelsea Roots to Tyneside Dreams: Ashanti Akpan Joins Newcastle United Women
Newcastle United Women have completed the signing of 20-year-old midfielder Ashanti Akpan, marking the end of a long and formative chapter at Chelsea for...
Daje Sets New PB Despite Final Disappointment at Orange & Purple Invitational
Nigerian sprinter Lucky Daje 🇳🇬 delivered another encouraging performance in his freshman indoor season, clocking a new personal best of 6.75s in the men’s...
3SC Host Bendel Insurance as NPFL Returns with Matchday 22
The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) resumes this weekend with Matchday 22 fixtures across various centres, highlighted by a mouth-watering clash between Shooting Stars...
NFF Suspends Referee, Assessor Indefinitely Over Kano Pillars vs Abia Warriors Match
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), through its Refereeing Development Committee, has handed down an indefinite suspension to a match referee and referee assessor following...
Finidi George Confident Ahead of Rivers United’s CAF Champions League Clash with Dynamos FC
Rivers United technical manager Finidi George has expressed optimism ahead of his side’s CAF Champions League encounter against Dynamos FC of Zambia, describing the...
Ikorodu City Sign Centre-Back King Light Ahead of Maiduguri Trip
Ikorodu City have bolstered their defensive ranks with the signing of centre-back King Light, who joins the club on a two-year deal from Impact...
Remo Stars Strengthen Squad With Agboola and Kingue as Champions Seek Revival
Nigeria Premier Football League defending champions Remo Stars have moved to arrest their unimpressive run this season with the addition of two new faces...
Kano Pillars Bolster Squad With Yikat and Dadong in Survival Push
Kano Pillars have taken decisive steps to strengthen their squad as they battle to avoid relegation in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), announcing...
Ayodeji Bamidele Seeks Victory Against Rivers United In CAF Champions League
Power Dynamos FC of Zambia defender, Ayodeji Bamidele has declared that he will be all out to get victory over Rivers United of Port...
Ola Aina Slammed By Arsenal Fans, For Celebrating His ‘Escape With Handball’
Nottingham Forest of England defender, Ola Aina has come under fire from Arsenal fans, following what appeared to be a post by him on...
Eberechi Eze Escapes Disaster, After Stumbling On Electrical Cable
Arsenal of England dazzler, Eberechi Eze has every cause to be grateful to God for saving him from likely effects of a fall in...
Adegboyega Joins Rotherham, As Showunmi Leaves Crawley Town
Two Nigerian-born players have found different levels in England’s third and fourth-tier divisions, as Emmanuel Adegboyega has moved to Rotherham United in League One,...
Emmanuel Iyogun Gains Another Invitation To England’s Rugby Squad
Northampton Saints rugby club’s Nigerian-born prop forward, Emmanuel Iyogun has received another opportunity to play for England at full senior level, as he has...
Nwaiwu’s Defensive Authority Anchors Trabzonspor to Süper Lig Win
Chibuike Nwaiwu continued his impressive start to life at Trabzonspor Kulübü, delivering another assured defensive display as the Black Sea Storm edged Kasımpaşa 2–1...
Rivers United Captain Emekayi Talks Tough Ahead of CAF Champions League Clash in Zambia
Rivers United captain Temple Emekayi has sent a clear and confident message ahead of his side’s CAF Champions League fixture in Zambia, insisting the...
Onuachu and Nwakaeme Make Impact as Trabzonspor Edge Kasimpasa at Papara Park
Trabzonspor secured a hard-fought 2–1 home victory over Kasimpasa at Papara Park, with Nigerian stars Paul Onuachu and Tony Nwakaeme making decisive impacts off...
Osamuyi Storms to New PB at Orange & Purple Invitational
Nigerian sprint hurdler Faith Osamuyi delivered another statement performance at the Orange & Purple Invitational, powering to a new personal best of 8.33s in...
CAF Removes Disciplinary Chief Ousmane Kane from AFCON Final Probe
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has taken a decisive step to reinforce transparency in its investigation into the controversial Africa Cup of Nations...
Onyeka Reflects On Super Eagles’ AFCON Battles With Tunisia, Algeria, Egypt, Morocco
Brentford of England’s outgoing midfielder, Frank Onyeka has come out with a confession that the Super Eagles played under 'mental pressure' against Tunisia, Algeria,...
Ngenge Must Excel With Leeds United’s U21 Team Before Gaining Promotion To Main Squad – Coach
New signing at Leeds United of England, Leonard Chukwudelu Ngenge will first have to prove his ability with the club's under-21 squad before he...
CAF African Schools Football Championship UNAF Zonal Qualifiers to be staged in Cairo on Sunday
The CAF African Schools Football Championship 2025/26 Zonal Qualifiers are approaching their decisive stage as Egypt prepares to host the UNAF Zonal Qualifiers in...
Philip Otele To Play Alongside Arokodare In Wolves’ Attack?
Tolu Arokodare may soon have a Nigerian-born player join him in attack at Wolverhampton Wanders of England, as The Molineux outfit are reportedly in...
