Aliyu Zubairu Insists Flying Eagles’ Friendly Matches In Ivory Coast Were Not Wasteful
Nigeria's under-20 national team, Flying Eagles' coach, Aliyu Zubairu insists that his squad's recent trip to Ivory Coast for two friendly matches was not a wasteful expedition, as he was able achieve what he aimed for before going for the games. Read Also: Chelle Must Know How To Combine Duties Of Manager With Those Of Coaching Super Eagles – Duke...
Chelle Must Know How To Combine Duties Of Manager With Those Of Coaching Super Eagles – Duke Udi
Former maverick star and ex-youth international striker, Duke Udi has sent strong words of advice to Super Eagles' coach, Eric Chelle, telling the Franco-Malian tactician that he must combine his coaching duties with those of a manager for the Nigerian team, Sports247 reports. Udi further pointed out that, in football matters, the duties of a manager are different from those...
NPFL Matchday 28: Key Suspensions Ahead Of Crucial Fixtures
As the Nigeria Premier Football League (#NPFL25) heads into Matchday 28, several clubs will be without key players due to suspensions. The latest disciplinary report has ruled out seven players from their respective matches, impacting team selections and strategies. Read Also: NPFL: After Conceding 90+7 Minutes In Katsina, Shooting Stars Coach, Ogunbote Laments Suspended Players for Matchday 28: 1. Ifeanyi Okechukwu (Niger Tornadoes)...
Flamingos Need Luck To Survive This Weekend’s World Cup Qualifier In South Africa
Nigeria's female cadet national team, Flamingos' former coach, Bala Nikiyu has posited that the current squad needs lots of luck to come out victorious against Bantyana of South Africa in this weekend's first leg of their second round qualifier for the FIFA U17 Women's World Cup. The winner across two legs will pick a ticket into the final round of...
Breaking: Dr. Ademola Are Elected 1st Vice President Of Union Of West African Rugby Federations
Dr. Ademola Are, the President of the Nigeria Rugby Football Federation (NRFF), has been elected as the 1st Vice President of the Union of West African Rugby Federations (UWARF). His appointment marks a significant step in the development of rugby across West Africa, reinforcing Nigeria’s growing influence in the sport. Under Dr. Are's leadership, the NRFF has implemented strategic initiatives...
Flamingos’ Coach Bankole Olowokere Admits South Africa Want to Spoil His U17 World Cup Assignment
Nigeria's cadet female national team, Flamingos' coach, Bankole Olowookere has acknowledged that South Africa's Bantwana, his opponents for this weekend's clash in Pretoria, want to stop him from fulfilling the assignment given him by his country's football governing body. Olowookere stated matter of factly that the task on his hands is to ensure that the Flamingos pick a ticket to...
NPFL: After Conceding 90+7 Minutes In Katsina, Shooting Stars Coach, Ogunbote Laments
Shooting Stars coach Gbenga Ogunbote has described his team 1-0 loss to Katsina United FC as unfortunate after Conceding 90+7 minutes goal Sports247 reports. Katsina United defeated Shooting Stars 1-0 on the match day 28 match played on Friday at the Muhammadu Dikko Stadium via Ahmed Abdul Taofeek strike, seven minutes deep into stoppage time. Coach Ogunbote believe his boys...
Youth Charter Celebrates International Women’s Day: Empowering Girls and Women Through Sports and Arts
On this International Women's Day, the Youth Charter (www.YouthCharter.org) proudly highlights its commitment to empowering girls and women across the globe through sports, physical activity, cultural, and artistic endeavours. We recognise the vital role that engagement in these areas plays in fostering confidence, resilience, and a sense of community among women and girls. We pay tribute to our female ambassadors who...
LSFA State League Set for Draws, Venue Inspections, And Player Screening
All is now set for the draws, unveiling, and media parley of the Lagos State Football Association (LSFA) State League, as venue inspections and player screening begin on Friday, March 7, 2025. According to a press release signed by Wale Joseph, Chief Executive Officer of the Lagos State League, the draws, unveiling, and media parley will take place on March...
Lagos State U15 Football League Kicks Off Final Stage At National Stadium
All roads lead to the National Stadium, Surulere, Lagos, on Saturday, March 8, 2025, for the much-anticipated kick-off of the final stage of the Lagos State U15 Football League. According to Dele Gbajumo, Chief Executive Officer of the league, two matches are scheduled for Matchday One inside the Mainbowl of the National Stadium. The opening game will see Papa Soccer FC...
