Ranchers Bees Set for Abuja Friendlies Ahead Of New NNL Season
Kaduna-based Nigeria National League (NNL) side, Ranchers Bees, has lined up two high-profile pre-season friendly matches in Abuja as part of preparations for the...
Nigeria Bids to Host 2030 Commonwealth Games, Seeks National and Global Support
Nigeria has officially declared its intention to host the Centenary Commonwealth Games in 2030, a historic bid that promises to transform the nation’s economy,...
Obuh Calls for Proper Technical Reviews After Flying Eagles Defeat
Former Flying Eagles coach John Sam Obuh has urged the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) to prioritize proper technical reviews after international tournaments rather than...
Peller Sparks Online Firestorm: Says Ronaldo Beats Messi in Global Reach — Because Messi Can’t Speak English
Nigerian influencer and entertainer Peller has ignited a fierce debate on social media after making a provocative claim about two of the greatest footballers...
Flying Eagles Turn Focus to Saudi Arabia After Painful Norway Defeat
Nigeria’s Flying Eagles have shifted their attention to Thursday’s must-win clash against Saudi Arabia following their 1-0 loss to Norway in the opening match...
Lind: Victory Over Aruna Was Harder Than Scoreline Suggests
Danish table tennis player Anders Lind has described his win over Nigeria’s Aruna Quadri at the China Smash as “difficult,” despite sealing the match...
Aruna Quadri Admits Serving Struggles After China Smash Exit
Nigeria’s table tennis star Aruna Quadri has confessed that he struggled to deal with the serve of Denmark’s Anders Lind after suffering a straight-sets...
South African Journalist Velile Mnyandu Slams FIFA Over Mokoena Points Deduction
South African sports journalist Velile Mnyandu has criticised FIFA’s decision to deduct three points from Bafana Bafana in the World Cup qualifiers, describing the...
Onyali Rallies Support for Nigeria’s 2030 Commonwealth Games Bid
Two-time Commonwealth Games gold medallist Mary Onyali has thrown her weight behind Nigeria’s bid to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games, declaring that the country...
Meet Moses Itauma: The Heavyweight Phenom Turning Heads In World Boxing
He’s just 20 years old, yet already Moses Itauma is making a case as one of the most electric heavyweight prospects in boxing. Born in...
Edeh: Super Eagles Must Capitalise on South Africa’s Three-Point Deduction
Chairman of the Benue State Football Association, Barrister Paul Edeh, has expressed delight at FIFA’s decision to deduct three points from South Africa in...
Lawal: Super Eagles Must Focus on Winning, Not South Africa’s Sanction
Former Nigeria international Dimeji Lawal has urged the Super Eagles to concentrate on their own performances in the World Cup qualifiers, stressing that FIFA’s...
Okon Urges Nigerian Clubs to Unite for CAF Women’s Champions League Success
Former Super Falcons coach Edwin Okon has called for greater unity among Nigerian clubs to ensure consistent success in the CAF Women’s Champions League. Nigeria...
Blankson Salutes Madam Nkechi Obi’s Legacy in Women’s Football
Rivers Angels head coach Tosan Blankson has hailed the leadership of outgoing Nigeria Women’s Football League (NWFL) chairperson, Madam Nkechi Obi, describing her tenure...
Bameyi: Flying Eagles’ Defeat to Norway Down to ‘Ill Luck’
Flying Eagles captain Daniel Bameyi has attributed Nigeria’s 1-0 loss to Norway in their U20 World Cup opener to “ill luck,” saying the team...
Zubairu Backs Flying Eagles Despite Painful U20 World Cup Opener Loss
Flying Eagles coach Aliyu Zubairu has praised his team’s performance despite their narrow 1-0 defeat to Norway in the opening game of the 24th...
FIFAWCQ: Nigeria Versus Lesotho, From Bloemfontein To Polokwani- New Stadium Approved
The Lesotho versus Nigeria 2026 World Cup qualifier, which was initially slated for the Free State Stadium, Bloemfontein, will now be played at the...
UCL: Victor Osihmen Not Our Target During Transfer Window- Arne Slot Reveals
Ahead of the UEFA Champions league second group phase game between Liverpool and Galatasaray. Arne Slot has explained that the Nigeria striker, Victor Osihmen...
Boxing: Anthony Joshua Might Fight Bakole Or Efe Ajagba In Africa – Eddie Hearn Reveals
Eddie Hearn reveals how possible it is for Anthony Joshua to face off with Martin Bakole Or Efe Ajagba. He then name three potential...
Kwara United Coach Express Disappointment After CAFCC Elimination By Asante Kotoko
Kwara United technical adviser Tunde Sanni has expressed disappointment with his team’s inability to convert their chances in their CAF Confederation Cup defeat to...
“We Had to Be Clinical” — Esther Inyang Reflects After Falconets’ 4‑0 Win Over She‑Amavubi
Esther Inyang, the dynamic midfielder for the Falconets and Edo Queens, said she is proud of her team’s performance after their commanding 4‑0 victory...
“I Want to Earn My Spot” — Suleiman Mubarak Eyes Starting Role as Slavia Praha U19 Travel to Milan
Nigerian talent Suleiman Mubarak, formerly of Right 2 Win Academy in Abia State, has expressed determination to break into the starting XI as he...
Nigerian Wonderkid Adesina Jeremiah Joins Manchester City U15 from Chelsea
Nigerian youngster Adesina Jeremiah has completed a move to Manchester City’s U15 team, switching from Chelsea’s youth setup in a deal that has excited...
Nigerian Midfield Gem Akinsanmiro Wins Man of the Match in Serie A Battle
Nigerian midfielder Ebenezer Akinsanmiro has been named Man of the Match after a commanding performance in Pisa’s 0-0 draw with Fiorentina on Serie A...
Nigerian Striker Precious Christopher Returns to Young Princess, Cites Tanzania’s Women’s League Appeal
Dar es Salaam – Nigerian forward Precious Christopher has revealed that her decision to play in the Tanzanian Women Premier League was motivated by...
Miguel Gamondi to Stay at Singida Black Stars Amid Simba Club Speculation
Dar es Salaam – Miguel Gamondi will remain as head coach of Singida Black Stars, the club has confirmed, following speculation linking him with...
Feisal Salum ‘Fei Toto’ Targets CAF Confederation Cup Semi-Finals with Azam FC
Dar es Salaam – Tanzanian midfielder Feisal Salum, popularly known as Fei Toto, has expressed confidence that Azam FC can reach the semi-finals of...
Johansen Admits Norway Had to Fight Hard Against Relentless Flying Eagles
Norway coach Bjorn Johansen has praised Nigeria’s Flying Eagles as a “very tough opponent” after his team battled to a narrow 1-0 victory in...
Brave Flying Eagles Fall to Norway Despite Dominant Display In U20 World Cup Opener
Nigeria’s Flying Eagles kicked off their 24th FIFA U20 World Cup campaign with a narrow 0-1 defeat to Norway on Monday, a result that...
Sports247 CEO Hails Yinka Adebayo As “Media Icon” As He Emerges Inaugural Chairman Of TPP Fest 2025
Jide-Ojo Olusola, CEO of 247SportsNetworkLimited — owners of the fast-rising Nigerian sports platform sports247.ng — has congratulated Yinka Adebayo on his appointment as the...
Falconets Draw Senegal in Third Round as FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup Qualifiers Resume in February 2026
Nigeria’s U-20 women’s national team, the Falconets, will face Senegal in the third round of the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup African qualifiers...
2025/26 NPFL: Five Things To Know From Matchday Six
Matchday Six of the 2025/26 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) had everything — from history-making wins to late comebacks and a new team at...
FIFA Lifeline Won’t Save Nigeria If Super Eagles Fail To Deliver — Oloyede Warns
Former Nigeria youth international Taiwo Oloyede has hailed FIFA’s decision to dock South Africa three points for fielding an ineligible player, calling it an...
Chief Okorafor: “The Image of Island All Stars Is Our Greatest Goal”
The Island All Stars Sports Club Lagos took to the pitch at the historic Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Onikan, in a friendly clash with Ultimate...
WAFU-B U17 Championship: Eaglets set to pick AFCON ticket at Starlets’ expense
Five-time FIFA U 17 world champions, the Golden Eaglets of Nigeria will tackle the Black Starlets of Ghana in the second semi-final of the...
International Friendlies: Super Eagles to play Venezuela & Colombia in USA
The Nigeria Football Federation hereby confirms that the senior men national team, Super Eagles, will take on Venezuela and Colombia in the United States...
Olatunji Says Weekend Goal Was Much Needed Amid Poor Run
Real Salt Lake forward, Victor Olatunji, has said that his weekend strike in a 3–1 win over Austin FC was an important morale boost...
Onuachu Delighted with Spectacular Bicycle Kick Goal
Nigeria and Trabzonspor striker Paul Onuachu has expressed his delight after scoring a spectacular bicycle kick in his side’s 2–0 weekend victory over Karagümrük...
Okpe Admits Nigeria Struggled in Bowling After Heavy Loss to Namibia
Captain of Nigeria’s men’s cricket team, Sylvester Okpe, has admitted that his side fell short of expectations in their 117-run defeat to Namibia during...
Beyond The Scoreline: Island All Stars Redefine Sportsmanship in Onikan Friendly
The Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Onikan, was lit up on Saturday, September 27, 2025, as Island All Stars Sports Club Lagos clashed with Ultimate Friends...
Falconets Coach Aduku Hails Convincing 4–0 Aggregate Victory
Nigeria’s Falconets head coach, Moses Aduku, has hailed his side’s dominant display after they crushed Rwanda 4–0 in the second leg of the FIFA...
Kwara United Coach Sani Laments Home Failure in Confederation Cup Exit
Kwara United head coach, Tunde Sani, has expressed his disappointment after his team crashed out of the CAF Confederation Cup following a 1–0 home...
Finidi George Delighted with Players’ Grit in Tight Win
Rivers United head coach, Finidi George, has expressed his satisfaction after his side edged Les Aigles of DR Congo in a nervy CAF Champions...
Rivers United Advance After Narrow Win Over Les Aigles
Rivers United are through to the next stage of the CAF Champions League after narrowly defeating Les Aigles of DR Congo with a 1–0...
19-Year-Old Nigerian Boxer Battles Setbacks, Seeks Spotlight To Fuel Big Dreams
At just 19 years old, Nigerian boxer Benjamin Ebilade is fighting battles that go far beyond the ring. From injuries to financial struggles, the...
Arierhi Eyes Big Statement at U-20 World Cup After AFCON Disappointment
Flying Eagles forward Kparobo Arierhi has expressed confidence that Nigeria’s U-20 team will put up a stronger performance at the FIFA U-20 World Cup...
Zubairu Embraces Pressure as Motivation for Flying Eagles
Flying Eagles head coach, Aliyu Zubairu, has insisted that the pressure and expectations from millions of Nigerians ahead of the FIFA U-20 World Cup...
Showtime Bowl Series XIII: Panthers Roar, Knights Rise, and Rebels Spark Lagos Flag Football Drama
The Showtime Bowl Series XIII lit up Lagos again in Week 2 as fans were treated to high-intensity flag football, thrilling scorelines, and dramatic...
Babatunde Omisore Vows Progress Under New Nigeria Volleyball Board
First Vice President of the Nigeria Volleyball Federation, Babatunde Omisore, has assured fans and stakeholders that the newly elected board will usher in an...
BREAKING: FIFA Strips South Africa Of Points After Fielding Ineligible Mokoen
FIFA has thrown South Africa’s World Cup qualifying campaign into turmoil after ruling that Bafana Bafana fielded an ineligible player in their March 21...
