Lagos to Host Maiden National Intermediate Games in 2026 — NSC Unveils New Pathway for Young Sporting Talents
The National Sports Commission (NSC) has officially announced Lagos State as the host of the maiden edition of the National Intermediate Games, scheduled for...
Mai Institute Extends Women’s Month Celebrations With Game-Changing Support for Durban Grannies Football Club’s Cape Town Triumph
Durban, South Africa – October 2025 As South Africa continues to honour the power of women beyond August’s Women’s Month, the Muholi Art Institute...
South Africa’s Coach Mocks Nigerians For Expecting Bafana Bafana To Suffer Two Straight Defeats
Bafana Bafana of South Africa coach, Hugo Broos has taken a veiled swipe at Nigerian football fans for thinking that his team will lose...
FIFA U20 WORLD CUP: Aliyu Zubairu Looks Beyond Argentina, Targets Nigeria’s First Global Youth Title
Nigeria's youth national team, Flying Eagles' coach, Aliyu Zubairu is looking beyond Wednesday's clash with Argentina at the FIFA U20 World Cup in Chile,...
Federal Government’s Reward Will Propel Flying Eagles Towards Best Performance – Dimeji Lawal
As the countdown gets tighter towards Wednesday's potentially explosive round of 16 clash between Nigeria and Argentina at this year's FIFA U20 World Cup...
Flying Eagles Will Defeat Argentina On Wednesday, Loveday Omoruyi Predicts
Ahead of Wednesday's clash between Nigeria and Argentina at the FIFA U20 World Cup in Chile, ex-international defender, Loveday Omoruyi has come up with...
Quadri Aruna Withdraws From ITTF African Championship, Muiz Adegoke Set To Replace Him
Nigeria’s top-ranked table tennis star and World No. 25, Quadri Aruna, has withdrawn from the forthcoming 2025 ITTF African Championships, scheduled to take place...
2025 WESPAC: 60-Year-Old Chinedu Okwelogu Targets Historic Feat as Nigeria Names Strong 15-Man Squad for Accra
Veteran Nigerian Scrabble player, Chinedu Okwelogu, popularly known as Chinedu Thorpe or Sidespin, is relishing the chance to represent Nigeria at the 2025 World...
“I’m Ready for the Challenge” – Nigerian Teen Olawale Ayodele Signs First Professional Deal with Hungarian Top-Flight Side Zalaegerszegi TE
Breaking news for Nigerian football fans : Promising youngster Olawale Ayodele of Real Sapphire FC (Lagos State) has officially signed his first professional contract...
FIFA 2026 World Cup: Injury Rules Out Olaitan Junior as Gernot Sweat Over Key Players Ahead of Benin Republic’s Crucial Clashes with Rwanda, Nigeria
Benin Republic head coach Gernot Rohr is sweating over the fitness of forward Olaitan Junior and three other key players ahead of their crucial...
Ukwa Village Triumphs Over Idung Udofa as Ward 2 Urban Unity Cup Heats Up in Eket
Day Two of the Ward 2 Urban Unity Cup produced another thrilling display of grassroots football and an impressive turnout of supporters from across...
“This Win Means Everything” – Edidiong John Fires Vtoons FC to Historic Victory as 2025 Blazers Tournament Kicks Off in Style
The 2025 edition of the Blazers Tournament kicked off in thrilling fashion on Monday at the QIC Group School, Nung Ukot Itam, with Vtoons...
Showtime Bowl Series XIII: “Our Best Is Not Enough Today, But We’ll Come Back Stronger” Says Odimbu Awele Gift
Odimbu Awele Gift, a tall and fine-looking wide receiver for Mainland Long Horns, reflected on his team’s performance in the latest week of the...
Hull’s Jakirovic Confident Semi Ajayi Ready Despite Injury Woes
Hull City manager Sergej Jakirovic has expressed confidence that defender Semi Ajayi is ready to contribute despite a challenging, injury-hit start to the season. Ajayi,...
CAF to Give $100,000 to Every Club in Continental Competitions
CAF president Patrice Motsepe has confirmed that each team participating in CAF club competitions will receive $100,000, a first in the confederation’s history. The payment...
Infantino Urges African Federations to Unite and ‘Serve Football
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has called on African representatives, including Alhaji Musa Gusau, to prioritize development and opportunity across the continent. Speaking at the CAF...
Ogunbiyi Vows to Revolutionize Rowing, Canoeing, and Sailing in Nigeria
Newly elected president of the Nigeria Rowing, Canoe, and Sailing Federation, Akin Ogunbiyi, has pledged to make infrastructure development and talent discovery the cornerstone...
Ikan Sports’ Gift Clinton Reflects on Week 3: “It’s a Marathon, Not a Sprint” as Showtime Flag Football Heats Up
Gift Clinton, the energetic and talented player for Ikan Sports, spoke about her team’s 23–13 victory over Mainland Long Horns in Week 3 of...
Lawal Urges Flying Eagles to Stay Resolute Ahead of Argentina Clash
Former Nigeria international Dimeji Lawal has called on the Flying Eagles to remain steadfast as they prepare to face Argentina in the Round of...
Zubairu Aims High: Flying Eagles Target Historic U-20 Trophy
Flying Eagles coach Aliyu Zubairu has reaffirmed that his team’s target remains winning Nigeria’s first-ever U-20 World Cup trophy, despite focusing on one match...
Omoruyi Confident: Flying Eagles Ready to Upset Argentina
Former youth international Loveday Omoruyi has expressed confidence in the Flying Eagles’ chances after their victory over Argentina in the FIFA U-20 World Cup,...
Just-In: 15 More Super Eagles Arrive In Polokwane, Squad Now 17 Strong Ahead Of World Cup Qualifiers
The Super Eagles’ camp received a significant boost on Monday as 15 more players arrived in Polokwane, joining two previously assembled squad members to...
Obafemi Confident Flying Eagles Will Shine Despite Draw Against Colombia
Former Super Eagles defender Abiodun Obafemi has praised the Flying Eagles for their performance at the FIFA U-20 World Cup in Chile, despite a...
Ajunwa Urges Caution: Nigeria Must Prepare Before 2030 Commonwealth Games
Former Nigerian Olympic gold medalist Chioma Ajunwa has cautioned authorities over the country’s ambition to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games, warning that proper preparation...
Zimbabwe Coach Nees: Warriors Won’t Be Easy for Any Opponent
Warriors of Zimbabwe head coach Micheal Nees has issued a warning to all teams facing his side in the final two 2026 World Cup...
Broos Boasts Bafana Bafana Can Still Edge Out Nigeria and Benin
Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos has declared that his side still holds the advantage in the race for 2026 World Cup qualification, ahead...
Former Nigerian U17 Midfielder Daniel Francis Excels in Austria with Wacker Innsbruck
Former Nigeria U17 midfielder Daniel Francis is making headlines in Austria as he continues to impress for Wacker Innsbruck in the Austrian Regionalliga West. The...
Nigerian-Born Goalkeeper Noah Atubolu Earns First Senior Call-Up to Germany’s National Team
Nigerian descent goalkeeper Noah Atubolu has received his first-ever call-up to the German senior national team, Die Mannschaft. The 23-year-old SC Freiburg shot-stopper, born...
“I Want to Make Arsenal Proud” – 15-Year-Old Nigerian Prodigy Mishel Nduka Shines Bright for the Young Gunners
Fifteen-year-old Mishel Nduka has begun making waves since joining Arsenal U16 late last month. The talented midfielder has already featured in two matches for...
Team Nigeria Heads to Cairo for Historic World Para Powerlifting Championships
Excitement is running high as Team Nigeria’s para powerlifting contingent departed the country on Tuesday, October 7, bound for Cairo, Egypt, to compete in...
Coastal Union Appoints Mohamed Muya as New Head Coach After Sacking Ally Ameer
Tanzania Premier League side Coastal Union has officially unveiled Mohamed Muya as their new head coach, following the dismissal of Ally Mohamed Ameer due...
TFF Probes Yanga Princess Striker Over Gender Eligibility Amid Controversy
The Tanzania Football Federation (TFF) has reportedly ordered Young Africans Women’s Football Club (Yanga Princess) to suspend their Rwandan striker, Jeanine Mukandayisenga, following allegations...
SWANECO Inaugurated By Lagos SWAN To Conduct Elections, Congress Condemns Intimidation Of Members
The Lagos State chapter of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) has inaugurated a new electoral committee (SWANECO) tasked with organizing free and...
CAF FIFA 2026 WCQ Matchday 9 Preview: Nigeria, Cameroon on Shaky Trips as Ghana, Egypt, Algeria Lead Charge for Qualification Ticket
The race for Africa’s remaining seven tickets to the 2026 FIFA World Cup reaches a crucial stage this week, with Nigeria, Cameroon, Ghana, Egypt,...
Showtime Bowl Series XIII: Panthers’ Lawal Fuad: “Every Game Feels Like a Final” as Team Dominates Lagos Alpha
Lawal Fuad, the No. 09 safety for Panthers Sports, has opened up about his team’s impressive run in the ongoing Showtime Bowl Series XIII,...
Mikel Obi Issues Emotional Rallying Cry: “It Will Be a Crime if Nigeria Misses the World Cup Again”
Former Super Eagles captain John Mikel Obi has sent a passionate message to Nigeria’s national team, urging players to “take responsibility, shut out distractions,...
107 Goals Scored as FIFA Unveil the Numbers at FIFA U-20 World Cup Group Stage
The U-20 World Cup group stage has come to an end. A total of 107 goals were netted during the opening round. FIFA looks...
The Abia Striker Whose Feet Speaks The Language Of Dreams
Lagos fans were left spellbound on Saturday as Justin Chialuka, a 22-year-old striker from Abia State, dazzled the pitch with two breathtaking goals in...
LSFA Begins Move to Fill Vacant Board Position
The Lagos State Football Association (LSFA) has officially announced plans to conduct a bye-election to fill a vacant position on its board. According to a...
Nigeria Strengthens Global Football Influence as Gusau, Mustapha, and Falode Secure Key FIFA Roles
Nigeria’s footprint in world football administration has deepened with the appointment of three distinguished Nigerians — Ibrahim Musa Gusau, Abdulhakeem Mustapha (SAN), and Ayishat...
Chris Green Sets Agenda as Amaju Pinnick Gets Second Chance at FIFA
Former Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) President, Amaju Pinnick, has been appointed Deputy Chair of the FIFA Men’s National Teams Competitions Committee, marking his return...
Chile 2025: Nigeria Players Missing as FIFA Picks Seven Stars from Group Stage
No Nigerian youngster was named among the seven standout stars selected by FIFA as Chile 2025 group stage ended on Monday. Nigeria’s Flying Eagles may...
FIFA 2026: Super Eagles Nest in South Africa for Lesotho Clash Today
The Super Eagles have settled into their temporary nest in Polokwane, South Africa, as they begin final preparations today for Friday’s crucial 2026 FIFA...
BREAKING: Super Eagles Poised to Leap to the TOP — 5 Unstoppable Reasons Nigeria Could Lead the World Cup Qualifying Table After Friday’s Matches
Nigeria could wake up Saturday in a very different world. With crucial FIFA qualifiers on Friday, Oct 10, 2025 (Lesotho vs Nigeria) and a...
2025 FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup finals: Flamingos set to depart for Morocco
Ahead of FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup, Nigeria’s U-17 women’s national team, the Flamingos, will depart Abuja in the early hours of Wednesday, October...
24th FIFA U20 World Cup: Nigeria, Argentina light up Santiago in big last-16 tie
Nigeria and Argentina will, once again, set the global football stage alight as the Round of 16 of this year’s FIFA U20 World Cup...
Ashleigh Plumptre Opens up Living, Finding Purpose in Saudi Arabia
Two years after swapping England for Saudi Arabia, Super Falcons defender Ashleigh Plumptre says life in the Middle East has been a journey of...
Danmarna Polo Team Shines Bright, Finishes Second at Prestigious Emir of Kano Cup Tournament
Danmarna Polo Team continued to make waves on Nigeria’s polo circuit after finishing as runners-up in the highly esteemed Emir of Kano Cup Polo...
Just-In: Nigeria’s Flying Eagles Land in Santiago for U-20 World Cup Clash With Argentina
The Flying Eagles of Nigeria have arrived in Santiago, Chile, ahead of their Round of 16 encounter with Argentina at the ongoing FIFA U-20...
Young Nigerian Swimmers Dominate Africa Zone 2 Championship — Records Shattered, Future Stars Emerge
Team Nigeria made an emphatic statement at the 2025 Africa Zone 2 Swimming Championship, turning the continental stage into a showcase of youth excellence,...
