Alloy Agu Lauds Super Eagles’ Ruthless Display, Says Playoff Qualification Restored National Pride
Former Super Eagles goalkeeper Alloy Agu has praised Nigeria’s dominant 4–0 victory over Benin Republic, describing it as a performance that reignited belief among...
Sam Sodje: “This Is the Real Nigeria — We Rise When It Matters Most”
Former Super Eagles defender, Sam Sodje, has hailed Nigeria’s emphatic 4–0 victory over Benin Republic, describing it as a statement performance that reflects the...
Rohr Admits Nigeria Too Strong After Benin’s World Cup Dreams Collapse
Benin Republic head coach, Gernot Rohr, has admitted that his side was completely outclassed by Nigeria following their 4–0 defeat in the final round...
Troost-Ekong: Super Eagles Will Keep Fighting to Make Nigeria Proud
Super Eagles captain, William Troost-Ekong, has expressed pride in his teammates’ determination and commitment after Nigeria’s emphatic 4–0 victory over Benin Republic secured a...
Chelle Hails Super Eagles’ Fighting Spirit, Labels Osimhen ‘Best Striker in the World’
Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle, has expressed immense satisfaction following his team’s emphatic 4–0 win over Benin Republic, a result that sealed Nigeria’s...
WBA Orders Kubrat Pulev vs Itauma Title Bout
The World Boxing Association (WBA) has officially ordered reigning WBA Regular Heavyweight Champion Kubrat Pulev to defend his title against the division’s No. 1...
CAFCL: Rivers United Arrives Maputo for Black Bulls
Rivers United departed for Mozambique on Wednesday for the first leg of their CAF Champions League second round clash against Black Bulls. The players...
Ahmed Musa Inspires Teammates Despite Injury Layoff
Despite being sidelined with injury, Super Eagles captain and General Manager, Ahmed Musa (MON, OON), demonstrated his trademark leadership and commitment by joining the...
Ahmedabad Floors Abuja – India to Host Centenary 2030 Commonwealth Games
India has been selected to host the centenary edition of the Commonwealth Games in 2030 — marking the event’s return to the world’s most...
FIFA World Cup Play-Off: History Making Aubameyang Cleared to Face Nigeria Despite Goal Celebration Red Card
Gabon captain Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang will be available for selection when his country faces Nigeria in the upcoming FIFA World Cup qualifying play-offs, despite being...
Steve Yago Furious Towards Super Eagles FIFA World Cup Qualifiers Playoff Spot
Burkina Faso defender Steve Yago has slammed the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualification format that saw Nigeria advance ahead of his country. “Honestly, it’s strange:...
FIFA World Cup Play-Off: President Tinubu Thumbs Up Super Eagles’ Dominant Win Over Benin
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated the Super Eagles following their emphatic 4–0 victory over the Cheetahs of Benin Republic on Tuesday, Sports247 reports. President Bola...
Three Things to Know About FIFA Play-Off Tournament as Nigeria Gets Another Chance to Qualify for the World Cup
Nigeria’s Super Eagles kept their 2026 FIFA World Cup dream alive with a commanding 4–0 victory over Benin Republic, sealing a spot in the...
1xCup 2025 final day: don’t miss the exciting event!
Nigeria’s biggest amateur football tournament is approaching its denouement. With two main matches ahead, you still have time to place your winning bets on...
NPFL: FC Barau to Host Closed-Door Match Against Kano Pillars at Sani Abacha Stadium
The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has announced that the Matchday 9 fixture between Barau FC and Kano Pillars will be played behind closed...
Super Eagles Face Two-Step Battle for 2026 World Cup Return
Nigeria’s Super Eagles will have to navigate a two-stage qualification route if they are to secure a place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup...
Bayelsa Teqball Team Ready for National Championship in Abia
The Bayelsa State Teqball Association says its contingent is fully prepared to depart Yenagoa for Aba, Abia State, ahead of the 2025 National Teqball...
Tanzania’s Taifa Stars Fall 2–0 to Iran in Dubai Friendly
Dar es Salaam – The Tanzania national football team, Taifa Stars, suffered a 2–0 defeat to Iran in an international friendly match played on...
Tanzania Eyes Future of Officiating as FIFA Junior Referees Course Concludes in Dar es Salaam
Dar es Salaam – The Tanzania Football Federation (TFF) First Vice President, Athuman Nyamlani, has officially closed a five-day FIFA Junior Referees Course, which...
Simba SC Set for Eswatini Trip Ahead of CAF Champions League Clash with Nsingizini Hotspurs
Dar es Salaam – Tanzanian football powerhouse Simba SC are set to depart the country on Thursday, October 16, for Eswatini, ahead of their...
Young Africans Appoint Malawian Patrick Mabedi as Assistant Coach Amid Poor Run of Form
Dar es Salaam – Tanzanian giants Young Africans SC have officially unveiled Patrick Mabedi as the club’s new assistant coach, joining the technical bench...
SSA Adeboye Expresses Confidence in Super Eagles’ World Cup Dream — Says “Nigeria’s Qualification Story Is Not Over Yet”
The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Grassroots Sports Development, Hon. Anthony Adeyinka Adeboye, has assured Nigerians that the Super Eagles are still...
8 Goals To Immortality: Osimhen Closes In on Yekini’s Record As Nigeria Marches Into World Cup Playoffs
Nigeria’s golden boy Victor Osimhen is just eight goals away from rewriting football history — and with the Super Eagles soaring into the 2026...
Super Eagles Soar To Playoffs: Osimhen Hat-Trick Keeps 2026 World Cup Dream Alive
Nigeria’s Super Eagles have booked their place in the continental playoff for the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a commanding 4-0 victory over Benin...
Africa Hockey Cup of Nations 2025: Nigeria Green Hawks Thrash Zambia to Record Second Win
Nigeria’s men’s hockey team continued their impressive run at the ongoing Africa Hockey Cup of Nations 2025 in Egypt, defeating Zambia 5–1 in their...
2024/2025 NPFL: Five Things To Know from Matchday 8
Matchday 8 of the 2024/2025 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) produced thrilling encounters, dramatic moments, and controversy across various centres. Nasarawa United extended their...
Chelsea Signs Nigerian Descent, Riley Ebho on Scholarship Deal
Chelsea Football Club has confirmed the signing of Riley Ebho who have put pen to paper on scholarship deals with the club’s Under-18 side. Ebho,...
NPFL: Ogbemudia Commends Swift Action Against Kano Pillars, Urges Same Energy on Players’ Welfare
FIFA-licensed football agent, Mr. Eddie Iseri Ogbemudia, has praised the NPFL’s swift punishment of Kano Pillars while urging equal urgency on players’ welfare, Sports247...
Heartland FC Transfer Ban: Moses Etu Charges NPFL to Do More on Players’ Welfare – ‘It’s a Shame FIFA has to Remind us Our Responsibilities’
Moses Etu has called on the NPFL to prioritize players’ welfare following FIFA’s transfer ban on Heartland FC, Sports247 reports. The Nigeria Premier Football League...
Nigeria vs Benin – Kick-off Time, Where to Watch, Predictions, Expectations as Super Eagles Seek FIFA 2026 World.Cup Ticket
Nigeria face Benin Republic in a make-or-break 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier on Tuesday evening at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium, Uyo. The Super Eagles must...
FIFA 2026 WCQ: Cape Verde Secure Historic Qualification as Cameroon Suffer Playoff Setback
Cape Verde made history on Monday by booking their first-ever ticket to the FIFA World Cup, while Cameroon were held at home by Angola,...
ITTF 2025 Africa Champs: Youssef Aidli, Leads Youngsters Revolution as Olabiyi Others Crash Out in Tunis
Youssef Aidli is leasing a new wave Africa Table Tennis youngsters as Youth triumphed over experience on Monday with the exit of Monday Olabiyi,...
Nigerian-Born Talent Noah Adekoya Signs First Professional Contract with Burnley FC
Promising Nigerian descent footballer Noah Adekoya has officially signed his first professional contract with English Premier League side Burnley FC, marking a major milestone...
“Ssireum Is Coming to Nigeria, and You’re the First,” Gbolahan Inspires Athletes at KCCN Tournament
The Korea Cultural Centre Nigeria (KCCN) on Monday hosted the 4th edition of its Ssireum (Korean wrestling) exhibition and mini contest at the Centre’s...
Tanzania Nears Completion of Uhuru Stadium Renovation as Government Pushes Sports Infrastructure
Dar es Salaam – The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Information, Culture, Arts and Sports and Chief Government Spokesperson, Gerson Msigwa, has inspected...
Tanzania’s Selemani Kidunda Earns International Boxing Coaching Certification
Dar es Salaam – Tanzanian professional boxer Selemani Kidunda has officially added a new chapter to his sporting journey after graduating from an international...
Korean Thanksgiving Comes Alive in Abuja as Ssireum Tournament Draws Over 100 Competitors
The spirit of Korean Thanksgiving, known as Chuseok (추석), came alive in vibrant fashion at the Korea Cultural Centre Nigeria (KCCN) in Abuja, as...
Gara-Gombe Boosts Team Nigeria’s Morale at ITTF-Africa Championships with Generous Gesture in Tunis
In a heartwarming display of patriotism and sportsmanship, Ahmed Shuaibu Gara-Gombe, Chief Executive Officer of Green White Green Sports Center Limited, has extended a...
Tanzania’s Azam FC Depart for CAF Confederation Cup Clash Against KMKM in Zanzibar
Dar es Salaam – Tanzanian Premier League side Azam FC have departed for Zanzibar ahead of their CAF Confederation Cup first-round fixture against KMKM...
FIFA 2026 World Cup Qualifiers: CAF Confirms Dates, Venue for Playoff Tournament
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially announced the dates and venue for the playoff tournament that will determine the final African representative...
NPFL Impose Huge Punishment on Kano Pillars Over Violence in Match Against Shooting Stars
The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has imposed heavy sanctions on Kano Pillars Football Club following the violent scenes that marred their Matchday 8...
Tanzania’s Magdalena Shauri Makes History with Bronze Medal at Chicago Marathon
Dar es Salaam – Tanzanian long-distance runner Magdalena Crispine Shauri has made history after winning the bronze medal at the 2025 Chicago Marathon in...
Lagos Schoolgirl Discovers New Passion as Volleyball Revives Youth Sports Spirit
Lagos, Nigeria – For 16-year-old Angel Okere, what began as a casual after-school activity has quickly grown into a genuine passion. The Queensfield Secondary...
Adepoju to Super Eagles: Goals Will Decide Everything Against Benin
Former Nigeria international, Mutiu Adepoju, has called on the Super Eagles to be ruthless in front of goal when they face Benin Republic in...
Masilela: South Africa Counting on Nigeria to Finish the Job Against Benin
Former Bafana Bafana defender, Tsepo Masilela, has expressed confidence that South Africa will still qualify as Group C winners in the ongoing 2026 FIFA...
Rohr Admits Benin Were Lucky — Warns of Tough Test Ahead Against Hungry Super Eagles
Head coach of the Benin Republic national team, Gernot Rohr, has admitted that his side was fortunate to escape with a victory in their...
“No Excuses — Garba Lawal Demands Total Focus as Super Eagles Face Do-or-Die Clash Against Benin”
Former Super Eagles midfielder Garba Lawal has warned that Nigeria’s World Cup qualifier against Benin Republic is a must-win encounter that could determine the...
“We’ve Lost Our Winning Spirit” — Sunday Oliseh Blasts Super Eagles for Settling for Mediocrity
Former Super Eagles captain and coach, Sunday Oliseh, has launched a scathing attack on the current state of Nigerian football, lamenting what he described...
“We Can’t Lose to South Africa” — Rwanda Coach Amrouche Fires Warning Ahead of Final Clash
Head coach of Amavubi, Adel Amrouche, has declared that Rwanda will not lose to South Africa, insisting his team will fight to finish their...
Broos Banks on Super Eagles to Rescue Bafana Bafana’s World Cup Dreams
Head coach of Bafana Bafana, Hugo Broos, has expressed cautious optimism that Nigeria’s Super Eagles could play a decisive role in South Africa’s qualification...
