Nigeria-France Sports Awards: Organizers Celebrate SSA Adeyinka Adeboye As a Beacon of Grassroots Sports Development
The organizers of the Nigeria-France Sports Awards have celebrated Hon. Adeyinka Adeboye, Senior Special Assistant to the President on Grassroots Sports Development, describing him...
Mzize Returns from Injury, Vows to Lead Yanga to Victory in CAF Champions League After Coach Folz’s Exit
Dar es Salaam – Young Africans (Yanga) striker Clement Mzize has returned to full fitness after being sidelined for a month with a thigh...
Heartwarming Moment as Nigerian Forward Peter Onyekachi Welcomes His Mother to Israel
It was a moment of pure emotion and joy for Nigerian forward Peter Onyekachi, who plays for Hapoel Nof Hagalil FC, as he welcomed...
AFN’s Victor Okorie Sets Sights on a Golden Era for Nigerian Athletics Ahead of Enugu 2026
For Victor Okorie, a 400m hurdles silver medallist at the 2003 African Games, every new season in Nigerian athletics is more than a competition...
African Table Tennis on the Rise — Oshodi Confident of Strong Showing at 2026 World Team Championships
President of the Africa Table Tennis Federation (ATTF), Waheed Enitan Oshodi, has hailed the rapid progress of table tennis across the continent, expressing optimism...
Mutiu Adepoju Urges Nwabali to Improve Communication and Focus Ahead of Playoffs
Former Super Eagles midfielder Mutiu Adepoju has called on goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali to raise his performance level and improve his coordination with the defence...
‘He’s Getting Complacent’: Edema Fuludu Warns Nwabali to Step Up Before World Cup Playoffs
Former Nigeria international Edema Fuludu has issued a stern warning to Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali, claiming that the shot-stopper’s recent performances show signs...
Olowookere Admits Flamingoes’ Errors After 4–1 Defeat to Canada, Promises Stronger Response
Head coach of the Nigeria U17 girls’ team, Bankole Olowookere, has admitted that his side made costly mistakes in their 4–1 loss to Canada...
Obuh Urges Calm After U20 World Cup Exit — Says Nigeria Can Learn from Morocco’s Triumph
Former Flying Eagles coach John Sam Obuh has urged Nigerians not to panic over the country’s U20 World Cup lapses, insisting that the team...
‘Just Five Short!’ — Yakubu Aiyegbeni Regrets Falling Short of 100 Premier League Goals but Remains Proud of His Record
Former Super Eagles striker Yakubu Aiyegbeni has revealed that one of his few career regrets was failing to reach the 100-goal mark in the...
Udi Laments Decline of Local Football, Says Ex-Players Are “Running Away” from Coaching
Former Super Eagles midfielder Duke Udi has expressed concern over the steady decline in Nigeria’s football development, blaming part of the problem on the...
Obafemi Warns Super Eagles: “Gabon Will Be No Walk in the Park”
Former Super Eagles defender, Abiodun Obafemi, has cautioned Nigeria’s national team to take nothing for granted ahead of their crucial World Cup playoff clash...
Oboabona Urges Fans to Keep Faith in Super Eagles, Backs Osimhen’s Tireless Effort
Former Super Eagles defender Godfrey Oboabona has called on Nigerian fans to continue supporting the national team through its ups and downs, stressing that...
Nigeria’s Forgotten Talents: The Football Dream That Refuses to Die
As the afternoon sun beats down on the dusty field behind Agege Stadium, 20-year-old Justin Chialuka moves with quiet determination. His left foot glides...
WAFCON 2026 Qualifiers: Nnadozie, Ucheibe Bolster Super Falcons Camp Ahead of Benin Republic Showdown
Super Falcons goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie and midfielder Christy Ucheibe have joined Nigeria’s camp as preparations heighten for the 2026 WAFCON Qualifiers against Benin Republic. Their...
Ola Aina And Taiwo Awoniyi Welcomes Former Burnley and Everton Boss Sean Dyche As Their New Manager
The Nigerian internationals welcome the third coach this season for Nottingham Forest. The 54-year-old Englishman, Sean Dyche, who has signed a contract to run...
Nigerian Forward Agu Stephen Impresses for Polish Side MSK Łucznik Strzelec After Strong Start
Nigerian forward Agu Stephen has made an immediate impact at his new Polish club, MSK Łucznik Strzelec, following his move last month. The talented...
Former Remo Stars Midfielder Tochukwu Michael Meets AFCON Hero Sunday Mba Ahead of Austrian Move
Former Remo Stars midfielder Tochukwu Michael recently had a special moment as he met former Nigeria international Sunday Mba, the 2013 AFCON final match-winner...
Nigeria’s Dennis Mse Makes Promising Debut for Armenian Club Alashkert
Armenia – Former P Sports FC of Abuja midfielder Dennis Mse made an encouraging start to his career in Europe with Alashkert (The Alashkerttsiner)...
Nigeria’s Omooba Awolesi Impresses at Preston North End
Nigerian young attacker Omooba Awolesi is quickly making a name for himself at Preston North End, widely known as The Lilywhites. The talented forward has...
Police, NSCDC Renew Fierce Rivalry in Ogun SWAN Security Cup Final Showdown
The stage is set for another electrifying clash of pride and power as the Nigeria Police Force and the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence...
Africa’s No. 1 Boxer Asemahle Biro Wellem to Fight for WBA Light Heavyweight World Title in Kyrgyzstan
South African boxer Asemahle Biro Wellem, currently Africa’s top-ranked fighter, has been confirmed to compete for the WBA Light Heavyweight World Title against Dilmurod...
Twiga Stars Set for Crucial WAFCON 2026 Qualifier Against Ethiopia
Tanzania’s national women’s football team, the Twiga Stars, will host Ethiopia on Wednesday in a crucial first-leg encounter of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup...
Lagos FA Sets Screening Date For Aspirants to Fill Board Vacancy
Following approval from the Congress of the Lagos State Football Association (LSFA), the Electoral Committee has announced the screening date for aspirants interested in...
The History Of Burnley Football Club
Burnley Football Club, founded in 1882, is one of the oldest professional football clubs in England and a cornerstone of Lancashire football. The 1xBet...
Werblack Wines Synergy Cup 2025: Island AllStars’ President Okeke Kenneth Reveals Global Impact In 87 Countries
The President of Island All Stars Club (IASC), Chief Okeke Kenneth has revealed that this year's football bonding competition among its members has set...
Maduka Okoye Back And Better- Denied Vardy From Getting The Winner For Cremonese
The Nigerian International, Maduka Okoye was handed the first start for Udinese in a 1-1 draw against Cremonese in a Matchday-7 Serie A fixtures...
WAFCON 2026 Qualifiers: Coach Ouzerou Backs Benin Republic Team to Shock Super Falcons
Amazons of Benin Republic head coach, Abdoulaye Ouzerou, has expressed confidence ahead of their clash with Nigeria’s Super Falcons in the WAFCON 2026 qualifiers. Speaking...
Sunshine Stars Shine Bright as Gold Cup Heats Up; Lobi Stars Stumble, Crown FC Hit Five
MatchDay 5 of the 13th Gold Cup delivered high drama and thrilling football action, with Sunshine Stars claiming South-West bragging rights and Lobi Stars...
Nigeria Wins 2025 FC Bayern Youth Cup World Finals
Nigeria’s youth football team has clinched the 2025 FC Bayern Youth Cup World Finals title after defeating Rwanda 1-0 in a thrilling final. The victory...
SSA Adeboye Honoured In France, Dedicates Award to Nigeria’s Grassroots Sports Heroes
The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Grassroots Sports Development, Hon. Adeyinka Adeboye, has been honoured with a prestigious award at the 3rd...
Morocco 2025: Tough Start for Africa as Nigeria, Morocco, Cameroon Struggle in Opening Round of FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup
It was a disappointing opening weekend for Africa at the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco, as Nigeria, Morocco, and Cameroon all suffered...
Yahya Ibrahim Voted As NPFL Player of The Month of September
Barau FC prodigy, Yayha Ibrahim has been voted as the player of the month of September, 2025 in the Nigeria Premier Football League after...
Egypt Sweeps 2025 ITTF Africa Championships
Egypt’s dominance in African table tennis was once again on full display at the 2025 ITTF Africa Championships in Tunis, as the Omar Assar...
“Dreams Delayed, Not Denied”: Lagos Table Tennis Star Faith Japheth Battles Odds to Keep Her Passion Alive
Inside the ageing Surulere Community Sports Hall in Lagos, the rhythmic bounce of a ping-pong ball echoes like a heartbeat — the heartbeat of...
2025/2026 NPFL: Top 5 Things to Know from Matchday 9
It was a weekend of shocks, surprises, and standout performances across Matchday 9 of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), as newly promoted sides...
Nigeria Sports Commission Hails Para Powerlifters After Brilliant Outing in Cairo
The Nigeria Sports Commission (NSC) has congratulated the nation’s para powerlifting team following their outstanding performance at the just-concluded World Para Powerlifting Championships in...
NRFF Steps Up Grassroots Rugby Drive with TI Coaching Training in Abuja
The Nigeria Rugby Football Federation (NRFF) is ramping up its grassroots development agenda with the launch of another TI Coaching Training Program, set to...
WIZH Clothings, Lugna Properties Claim Opening Wins As WERBLACK WINES Synergy Cup 2025 Kicks Off in Style
The long-awaited Island AllStars WERBLACK WINES Synergy Cup 2025 kicked off in grand fashion on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at the Lagos Business School...
Former Nigeria U17 Star Kingsley Michael Joins Italian Side U.S. Vibonese Calcio
Former Nigeria U17 international Kingsley Michael has sealed a move to Italian Serie D outfit U.S. Vibonese Calcio, marking the beginning of a fresh...
Flag Football Frenzy: Panthers Run Riot As Warriors, Knights Keep Pressure On In Showtime Week 5 Thriller!
It was another electrifying weekend of flag football at the Showtime Bowl Series XIII, as the league’s biggest contenders — Panthers Sports, Warriors Flag...
Red-Hot Ndubisi Jonathan on Fire in Austria as Nigerian Star Scores Four for Askö Öedt
Former Sporting Lagos forward Ndubisi Jonathan is lighting up Austria’s Regionalliga Central, after a sensational start to life with Askö Öedt, where he has...
Nigeria’s Victor Orakpo Inspires Montpellier to Vital Ligue 2 Win with Late Assist Masterclass
Former FC Bako of Kogi State talent Victor Orakpo produced a superb performance for Montpellier (La Paillade) as they battled to a 1–0 away...
Nigeria’s Daniel Francis Stars in Austria as Former U17 Midfielder Drives Wacker Innsbruck’s Incredible 11-Match Winning Streak
Former Nigeria U17 midfielder Daniel Francis is fast becoming one of the standout players in Austria, delivering commanding performances that have helped Wacker Innsbruck...
Nigerian Midfielder Obi Anthony Impresses Despite Granada CF B Defeat to CD Alhaurino
Former Ojinmah Football Academy of Imo State product, Obi Anthony, continued to draw attention with an assured performance for Granada CF B despite their...
Nigeria’s Umar Mohammed Earns First-Team Promotion at Chinese Club Jiangjun FC
Kano State–born forward Umar Mohammed has taken a significant step in his young career after being officially promoted to the first team of Chinese...
Crown FC Crush Stormers 5–2 to Rekindle Winning Spirit at Gold Cup Preseason Tournament
Crown FC of Ogbomoso roared back to form in spectacular fashion, thrashing Stormers FC 5–2 in their third group match at the 13th Gold...
‘It’s Not Over Yet!’ — Sundowns Boss Miguel Cardoso Warns After 5–1 Win Over Remo Stars
Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Miguel Cardoso has insisted that their CAF Champions League tie against Remo Stars is far from over, despite a commanding...
CAF Champions League: Simba SC Take Commanding Lead with 3–0 Win over Nsingizini Hotspurs
Mbabane – Tanzania’s football powerhouse, Simba SC, have taken a major step toward reaching the CAF Champions League group stage after a convincing 3–0...
Didier Drogba: Nigeria’s World Cup Qualification Vital for African Football
Former Ivorian international Didier Drogba has emphasized that Nigeria’s qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup is crucial for the image and strength of...
