Côte d’Ivoire 2025: Flying Eagles Embark On Break, To Resume Camping On March 10
Nigeria’s U20 boys, Flying Eagles, have embarked on a short break following their two-match tour of Cote d’Ivoire last week. Players and officials were given nine days off as they arrived from Abidjan on Saturday evening, with the team to regroup in Abuja on Monday, 10th March. Read Also: Why Do Football Teams Park The Bus And When Does It Work? Aliyu...
Why Do Football Teams Park The Bus And When Does It Work?
"Parking the bus" is a defensive football tactic where a team commits most or all its 11 players to defending, making it extremely difficult for the opposition to score. You can always play 1xBet online now and wager on football matches where this happens. This strategy is often used by underdog teams facing stronger opponents. This is because it does 2 things:...
Osun United Chairman Gbenga Ololade Hails Team’s Performance, Promises Stronger Second Round
Osun United Chairman, Gbenga Ololade, has lauded the team’s impressive performance at the conclusion of the first round of the Nigeria National League (NNL) season. Read Also: Can Nigeria Still Qualify? The Super Eagles’ Rocky Road To The 2026 World Cup The 'Imole Gladiators' secured 22 points, winning seven matches, drawing one, and losing just two. Ololade attributed this success to...
Can Nigeria Still Qualify? The Super Eagles’ Rocky Road To The 2026 World Cup
As the final whistle blew in Abidjan, signaling a painful 2-1 loss to Benin Republic, a wave of disbelief swept through Nigerian football fans. The Super Eagles, once a dominant force in African football, found themselves in an unfamiliar and uncomfortable position—fifth place in Group C of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. Read Also: Kunle Soname And Shehu Dikko...
Joy Udo Gabriel Shatters NCAA DII Record With Blistering 7.13s Run At MIAA Indoor Championships
Nigerian sprint sensation Joy Udo Gabriel delivered a jaw-dropping performance at the MIAA Indoor Championships, storming to a Personal Best (PB) and Facility Record (FR) of 7.13s to win the women's 60m final in dominant fashion. Read Also: Niger Tornadoes Fall To Enyimba As Missed Chances Prove Costly Udo Gabriel, a former African Games silver medalist, was in a league of...
Kunle Soname And Shehu Dikko Chart a New Course For Nigeria’s Sports Economy
In a significant move to bolster Nigeria’s sports industry, Kunle Soname, one of the country’s most influential sports investors, met with Mallam Shehu Dikko, Chairman of the National Sports Council (NSC), to discuss strategic initiatives aimed at driving private sector participation in sports. Read Also: Troost Ekong Foundation Unveils ‘FOUNDATIONS’ Documentary and Announces 2025 Charity Football Match Soname, the visionary behind...
Daniel Ogunmodede Admits Remo Stars’ Players Are Under Pressure In Pursuit Of Their First NPFL Title
Remo Stars FC of Ikenne coach, Daniel Ogunmodede has admitted that his players are feeling the pressure of their quest for a first ever conquest of the Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL) title. The ebullient tactician stated as much after his side laboured to a 1-0 victory over visiting Plateau United of Jos, who are battling to avoid being relegated...
Glory Ogbonna’s Last-Minute Strike Secures Besiktas Victory Over Ünye Ladies
Super Falcons defender, Glory Ogbonna, emerged as the hero for Besiktas Ladies, netting a dramatic last-minute winner in their 2-1 triumph over Ünye Ladies. Read Also: Sadiq Umar Shines With A Brace As Valencia Hold Osasuna In Six-Goal Thriller Besiktas took the lead through Cameroonian forward Kome Fadimatou, but the visitors responded with a stunning equalizer from Nigerian star Taiwo Lawal. With...
Sadiq Umar Shines With A Brace As Valencia Hold Osasuna In Six-Goal Thriller
Nigerian forward Sadiq Umar stole the spotlight on Sunday night, scoring twice as Valencia battled Osasuna to a dramatic 3-3 draw at the Estadio El Sadar. The highly entertaining clash saw both teams trade blows in a game full of attacking intent, with Umar proving to be the difference-maker for Los Che. Read Also: Young Striker Emersons Praisegod Joins RSC Hamsik...
Young Striker Emersons Praisegod Joins RSC Hamsik On Loan
Slovakian club RSC Hamsik has secured the loan signing of promising young striker Emersons Praisegod from Unique Futbol Academy. The move comes after extensive negotiations and represents a major step forward in Emersons' emerging football career. Read Also: Edo Sports Commission And BFN Hold Badminton Training In Uzarue Emersons Praisegod was one of five standout talents identified by foreign scout Diego Martins...
