Africa Has the Talent to Win the World Cup — But Lacks the Structure – Mikel Obi
Former Super Eagles captain John Mikel Obi has said that African nations have more than enough talent to win the FIFA World Cup but...
Benedict Akwuegbu: Super Eagles’ 4–0 Victory Shows World Cup Qualification Is Within Reach
Former Super Eagles striker Benedict Akwuegbu has praised Nigeria’s emphatic 4–0 victory over Benin Republic, describing it as a statement performance that proves the...
“Super Eagles Can Defeat Anyone, But Must Stay Ruthless and United” Says Garba Lawal:
Former Nigeria international Garba Lawal has backed the Super Eagles to rise to the occasion and secure qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup,...
CAFCL: Mamelodi Sundowns Arrived Lagos ahead of their CAF Champions League Match Against Remo Stars SC
PSL giants, Mamelodi Sundowns have arrived Lagos, Nigeria ahead of their CAF champions league preliminary round against Nigeria Premier Football League champion Remo Stars...
Zulkifilu Rabiu Completes Move to Libyan Giants Al Tersana
The Nigerian international and highly versatile midfielder Zulkifilu Rabiu Muhammad has signed for Al Tersana SC, a top club in the Libyan Premier League,...
TS Galaxy Officially Unveiled Bankole Kayode
South African side, TS Galaxy has officially unveiled Super Eagles and former Remo Stars' goalkeeper, Bankole Kayode The Nigerian goalkeeper, who signed a 2-year contract,...
Lobi Stars Duo Shines In NPFL U19 National Team Selection
Lobi Stars U19 duo Paul Aver and Daniel Onu have made the final cut of the 17 players selected for the NPFL National Under-19...
Title Races Heat Up as Ardova Handball Premier League Heads to Lagos for Season-Deciding Second Phase
The race for supremacy in Nigerian handball is set to reach a thrilling climax as the second phase of the 2025 Ardova Handball Premier...
2025 FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup: Flamingos Begin New Adventure on Sunday Against Canada
It is the Football Academy Mohammed VI (Pitch 2) in Moroccan city of Salé that Nigeria’s U17 women national team, the Flamingos, will on...
2026 Women’s AFCON Qualifying Race: Madugu calls Ajibade, Nnadozie, 19 others for Bénin
Days after the senior men's national team of Nigeria, Super Eagles, dashed Bénin Republic’s dream of a first-ever FIFA World Cup appearance, the senior...
Nigeria’s Rising Influence in African Football Governance Highlighted by Faith Irabor’s CAF Appointment
Nigeria’s stature in African football governance has received another significant boost with the appointment of retired FIFA referee and Chairperson of the Nigeria Football...
No Aruna, No Problem – Taiwo Mati Confident as Team Nigeria Begins Quest for World Table Tennis Championship Spots in Cairo
Rising Nigerian table tennis star Taiwo Mati believes the team can still secure one of Africa’s coveted qualification slots for the 2026 World Championships...
Blessing ‘Kenya’ Owolabi Emerges Highest-Scoring Nigerian Player in Europe
Nigeria’s forward, Blessing Owolabi Kenya, has established herself as one of the continent’s most prolific goal scorers after netting an impressive 30 goals in...
Nigeria’s Simon Nkom Elected into African Hockey Federation Executive Board
The President of the Nigeria Hockey Federation (NHF), Engr. Simon O. Nkom, has been elected into the Executive Board of the African Hockey Federation...
ITTF Africa: Team Nigeria Battle for Spots at London 2026
Team Nigeria Intensify the race to pick one of the the eight available African team slots at the 2026 ITTF World Team Championships begins...
Folashade Oluwafemiayo Sets New World Record, Wins Gold for Nigeria in Cairo
Nigeria’s powerlifting sensation, Folashade Oluwafemiayo, has once again etched her name in the history books, breaking the world record in the women’s 86kg category...
Sevilla FC Welcomes Akor Adams Back From International Duty
The Nigerian star, Akor Adams was gladly welcome back to his team Sevilla FC after earning his debut for the Super Eagles of Nigeria...
Teboho Mokoena Admits World Cup Qualification Was A Huge Relief
Bafana Bafana’s qualification to the FIFA 2026 World Cup came as a huge relief to the team’s midfield powerhouse, Teboho Mokoena, after what he’s...
Super Eagles’ World Cup Push Set to Land NFF Over ₦14 Billion in FIFA Windfall
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) is on the brink of a significant financial windfall, with the Super Eagles’ strong performance in the 2026 FIFA...
Odeyemi Announces Return in Style, Fires Crown FC to Victory in 2025 Gold Cup Opener
Crown FC striker Ebenezer Odeyemi delivered a statement performance in the 2025 Gold Cup opener on Wednesday, scoring twice in just 20 minutes to...
Boboye Hits the Ground Running at Bendel Insurance, Sets Focus on Discipline and Unity
Newly appointed Bendel Insurance Technical Manager, Coach Kennedy Boboye, has officially resumed duties with the Benin Arsenals, taking charge of his first training session...
Nigeria Rugby Team Appoints Alan Kilshaw as New Head Coach
Nigeria Rugby League has confirmed the appointment of Alan Kilshaw as the new head coach of the national team. Kilshaw, who currently manages the Keighley...
Yellow Cards Threaten Nigeria’s 2026 World Cup Playoff Hopes
Nigeria’s push for a 2026 FIFA World Cup ticket faces a serious threat as disciplinary concerns loom over the Super Eagles’ crucial CAF playoff...
Nigerian Sprinter Donald Nwamere Shines at Harding University, Sets Records and Earns Academic All-American Honors
It’s been a breakout year for Nigerian sprint sensation Donald Nwamere, whose freshman season at Harding University has been nothing short of spectacular. The...
Benin Set to Host 6th Eyoto Sports Academy Championship — A Boost for Grassroots Athletics Development
The Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City will once again become the heartbeat of grassroots athletics in Edo State as the 6th edition of...
CAF Champions League: Sundowns to Unleash Eight Bafana Bafana Stars on Remo Stars
South African champions, Mamelodi Sundowns, are set to parade a star-studded lineup featuring at least eight Bafana Bafana internationals when they face Nigeria’s Remo...
Nigeria Legend Segun Toriola Joins Saleh: to Guide Generation Next In Tunis
Nigeria Tebale Tennis Legend Segun Toriola and Egyptian Legend Ahmed Saleh are shaping the skills of the new generation of African Table Tennis Stars...
ITTF Africa Champs: Assar, Goda Emerge as Africa Singles Champions
Omar Assar and Hana Goda have emerged as the men and singles champions reactive at the ITTF Africa Champship in Tunis on Wedenesday, Spirts247...
2025 Africa Cup of Nations Hockey: Nigeria Women Triumph Over Egypt as Men Fall to Kenya
It was a mixed fortunes of results for Nigeria on Wednesday at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations Hockey in Egypt. The women’s team secured...
FIFA World Cup Playoff: Burkina Faso’s Steeve Yago Slams FIFA, CAF Over Ranking Criteria After Nigeria Advances
Burkina Faso defender Steeve Yago has launched a scathing criticism at FIFA and the Confederation of African Football (CAF) over the criteria used to...
Morocco Makes History, Reaches First-Ever FIFA U-20 World Cup Final
Morocco’s Atlas Cubs have written their name into football history, booking a place in their first-ever FIFA U-20 World Cup final, Sport247 reports. The Morrocans...
Nigeria’s Amietimi Tutu Enewarikpemi Scores First Professional Goal for Plateau United
Promising Nigerian defender Amietimi Tutu Enewarikpemi marked a major milestone in his young career after scoring his first professional league goal for Plateau United...
Nigeria’s Rising Midfield Talent: Favour Kenechukwu Making Waves at Blessed Stars Academy
Emerging Nigerian talent Favour Kenechukwu, a gifted midfielder from Enugu State, is fast gaining attention for his exceptional performances with Blessed Stars Football Academy...
Nigeria’s Osagie Justin Signs for Chelsea Youth Team
Promising Nigerian forward Osagie Justin, from Edo State, has officially signed with the Chelsea Youth Team, marking a major milestone in his budding football...
Nigeria’s Chike Chinedu Heads to Germany for Bayern Youth Cup
Former Nigeria U15 and U17 goalkeeper, Chike Chinedu, has officially departed for Germany to participate in the prestigious Bayern Youth Cup. The talented Enugu State–born...
Benjamin Frederick Impresses with Composed Display for Super Eagles
Rising Nigerian defender Benjamin Frederick delivered a solid and commanding performance in his latest outing for the Super Eagles, showcasing the maturity and poise...
Footwork FC Abuja Hosts Successful Scouting Program with Albanian Talent Spotter Blero Muharremi
The CEO of Footwork FC Abuja, Alhaji Labeeb Rabiu Yarima, has once again demonstrated his unwavering commitment to youth football development by successfully hosting...
Breaking: Nigeria’s Obinna Uwadiegwu Makes Professional Debut for NK Jesenice in Slovenia
Promising Nigerian midfielder Obinna Uwadiegwu has officially made his professional debut for NK Jesenice in the Slovenian 2 SNL, marking the start of an...
Nigeria’s Obi Anthony Making Strides in Spain with Granada CF
Young Nigerian midfielder Obi Anthony is quickly making a name for himself in Spain, standing out as one of the brightest prospects in the...
All Set For Kickoff As Island AllStars Unveil WERBLACK WINES Synergy Cup 2025 Logo and Mascot
The atmosphere is electric as the Island AllStars Sports Club Lagos officially unveils the logo, mascot, and full fixtures for the much-anticipated WERBLACK WINES...
Nigeria’s Irabor Godsent Emerging as a Promising Midfield Talent
From the football-loving streets of Edo State to the bustling pitches of Maryland FC, Lagos, Irabor Godsent is fast establishing himself as one of...
Nigeria’s Rising Star: Tayo Alake Emerges as a Midfield Maestro in Lagos
A new football gem is emerging from the bustling streets of Lagos — Tayo Alake, a gifted central midfielder from Arubinjaga Football Academy, is...
Nigeria’s Zach Molomo Inspires Young Players at Dallas Soccer Tournament
Nigerian-American footballer Zach Molomo, who currently plays for North Texas SC, made a special appearance at the Nigeria Soccer Tournament held in Dallas, where...
“I’d Have Made a Fortune Playing with Osimhen — Udeze Jokes About Nigeria’s Goal Machine”
Former Super Eagles defender Ifeanyi Udeze has heaped praise on Victor Osimhen, humorously declaring that he wishes he had played alongside the Galatasaray forward...
Okpara: Super Eagles’ Win Surprising but Proof of What They Can Do
Former Super Eagles defender Godwin Okpara has described Nigeria’s emphatic 4–0 victory over Benin Republic as both “surprising and refreshing,” saying it showed the...
South Africa Deserved World Cup Ticket, Says Duke Udi — “Nigeria Must Learn to Play as a Team”
Former Super Eagles midfielder Duke Udi has congratulated South Africa’s Bafana Bafana on securing automatic qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, describing their...
Flamingos Defender Azeezat Oduntan Targets World Cup Glory in Morocco
As the countdown to the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco continues, Flamingos defender Azeezat Oduntan has expressed confidence that Nigeria can go...
Ikpeba Applauds Chelle’s Transformation of Super Eagles After World Cup Playoff Qualification
Former Nigeria international and 1997 African Footballer of the Year, Victor Ikpeba, has praised Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle for transforming the team...
Ugbade Hails Osimhen’s Heroics, Compares Striker to Football Legends After Benin Hat-Trick
Former Nigeria international and youth coach Nduka Ugbade has showered praise on Victor Osimhen following his stunning hat-trick in Nigeria’s 4–0 demolition of Benin...
Oboabona Backs Super Eagles to Finish the Job After Dominant Win Over Benin
Former Super Eagles defender Godfrey Oboabona has expressed strong belief that Nigeria will complete their World Cup qualification mission after their emphatic 4–0 victory...
