WAFU B-U17: Golden Eaglets Off To Yamoussoukro
Nigeria’s U17 boys will depart on Wednesday for Yamoussoukro, Côte d’Ivoire, to compete in the 2025 WAFU-B U17 Tournament which serves as the qualfiers...
Warri Wolves Draw, A Test Ground for CAFCC Clash for Kwara United Against Asante Kotoko
Kwara United will fly out to Ghana on Wednesday for the first leg of their CAF Confederation Cup preliminary round clash against Asante Kotoko The...
Awujoola Sodiq Named in Egyptian Premier League Team of the Week After Match-Winning Display
Saki-born forward Awujoola Sodiq has earned a spot in the Egyptian Premier League Team of the Week following a stellar performance for Ceremica Cleopatra...
Warriors Headline Showtime Season XIII Preview As Defending Champions Begin Title Defense September 21
The countdown is almost over. On Sunday, September 21, Showtime Flag Football returns with its most anticipated season yet, and all eyes are on...
BREAKING NEWS: Accra To Host 2026 Africa Armwrestling Championship In May— Official Qualifier for 2027 African Games
The Armwrestling Federation of Africa (AFA), in partnership with the Ghana Armwrestling Federation (GAF), has announced that Ghana will host the 15th Africa Armwrestling...
NNL Abolishes Super 8 Playoff, Announces November Kick-off for 2025/2026 Season
The Nigeria National League (NNL) has introduced a landmark reform by abolishing the Super 8 playoff, Sports247 reports. The second tier body announced a direct...
Croatia-based Midfielder Israel Ayuma Tips Flying Eagles To Win U20 World Cup
NK Istra 1961 of Croatia midfielder, Israel Isaac Ayuma has spoken out with unhindered confidence that he and his colleagues in the Nigerian youth...
Nigeria’s Amputee Football Chief Tapped For Pan-African Role — Set To Drive Funding & Growth Across Continent
The Confederation of African Amputee Football (CAAF) has appointed Ambassador Paul Maduakor, President of the Nigeria Amputee Football Federation (NAFF), to serve on its...
Armenian Side Alashkert FC Secure Young Nigerian Midfielder Mse Dennis in 2025 Squad Boost
Armenian Premier League outfit Alashkert FC have completed the signing of promising Nigerian midfielder Mse Dennis, adding to their growing roster of Nigerian talents...
Emerging NPFL Star Ijoma “Desouza” Joins Radnik Bijeljina: A New Chapter in Europe Begins
Abia Warriors striker Ijoma Antonie Desouza has reportedly sealed a move to FK Radnik Bijeljina in Bosnia and Herzegovina, marking what could be a...
Chrisantus Uche Cherishes Crystal Palace Teammates, Eager to Satisfy Their Supporters
New arrival at Crystal Palace of England, Chrisantus Uche has revealed how excited he already is, being with his teammates and hopes he can...
Kayinsola Ajayi Reveals Secrets Of His Surge Into Men’s 100m Final At This Year’s World Athletics Championship
Nigeria's latest men's 100m sensation, Kayinsola Ajayi has revealed a long line of factors that helped him reach the prestigious sprints final at this...
Nathaniel Ezekiel Relishes Semi-final Placement At World Athletics Championship
Nigeria's fast-rising 22-year-old quartermiler, Nathaniel Ezekiel is relishing his surge into the men's 400m semi-finals at the ongoing World Athletics Championship in Tokyo, Japan. Sports247...
NPFL: Players’ Advocate Ogbemudia Blasts Elegbeleye, Owumi Over Handling of Players’ Welfare, Contract Dispute
FIFA Licensed Agent and players’ welfare advocate, Mr. Eddie Iseri Ogbemudia, has strongly criticized the leadership of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) over...
‘No Rift Between AFN and Tobi’ – Okowa Affirms HiRacer’s $20,000 Pledge to Silver-Winning Amusan
The President of the Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN), Chief Tonobok Okowa, has reaffirmed that there is no misunderstanding between the Federation and Nigeria’s...
Showtime Season XIII: Biggest Flag Football Season Returns September 21—Get To Know The 10 Teams …Where The Action Begins
The countdown has officially begun for Showtime Season XIII, the biggest coed flag football league in Africa, which will kick off on September 21,...
Super Eagles Players to Watch as 2025/2026 Champions League Begins
Not less than five Super Eagles players are stepping onto Europe’s grandest stage, ready to showcase their talent under the brightest lights as the...
Tobi Amusan’s Testimony: God Gave Me This Silver Medal
Nigeria's women's 100m hurdles world record holder, Tobi Amusan has described her silver medal feat at this year's global athletics championship in Tokyo, Japan...
Nigeria-England Teen Mishel Moves to Arsenal: Charlton Playmaker Snapped Up by Gunners
Arsenal have reportedly secured the signature of 15-year-old midfielder Nduka Mishel, leaving Charlton Athletic’s youth setup to join the Gunners’ academy. Mishel, a technically gifted...
Fans Celebrate Nnadozie’s Heroics: Super Falcons’ Keeper Earns Praise Despite Brighton Defeat to Man City
Brighton & Hove Albion supporters left Joie Stadium with mixed emotions this weekend—pride, despite the sting of a narrow 2-1 loss to Manchester City...
Nigeria U20’s Emmanuel Chukwu Debuts for Wolfsberger in Stunning Win over Salzburg
18-year-old Nigerian defender Emmanuel Chukwu marked his Austrian Bundesliga debut for Wolfsberger AC in style, coming off the bench in the 78th minute as...
Umar Abubakar Makes Third Primeira Liga Appearance for Famalicão in Narrow Loss to Sporting
Former Nigeria U-17 star Umar Abubakar saw his third Primeira Liga outing for Famalicão this past weekend, coming on in the 89th minute during...
Nigerian Trio Take Center Stage in Czech Football: Moses David, Lucky Eze, and Emmanuel Ayaosi Impress in Chance Liga Clash
It was a day of reunion and rivalry in the Czech Republic as three Nigerian footballers – Moses David, Lucky Eze, and Emmanuel Ayaosi...
Ogbonna Stanley Makes Move to Strasbourg II, Eyes Ligue 1 Breakthrough
Abuja-based youngster Ogbonna Stanley, previously of Sporting Supreme FC, appears to have taken a major step in his budding career by joining RC Strasbourg...
Nigeria’s Ezenwata Brothers Spark in English U18 Premier League: Chizzy Strikes for Chelsea, Chetam Shines for Charlton
Chizaram “Chizzy” Ezenwata and younger brother Chetam both made headlines in U18 Premier League action over the weekend, each entering the spotlight for different...
Nigeria’s Babatunde Akomolede flashes promise in youth league debut for Anderlecht Futures
Nigeria rising star Babatunde Akomolede, formerly of Broad City FC and Sporting Lagos, reportedly made his debut appearance for Anderlecht Futures in the Belgian...
Nigeria’s Justin Adozi makes Borussia Mönchengladbach II debut in Regionalliga clash
Nigerian-descended striker Justin Adozi Chukwudi made his competitive debut for Borussia Mönchengladbach II at the weekend, coming off the bench in the Regionalliga West...
Nigeria’s Campaign Strengthened in Tokyo After NSC Resolves Athletes’ Welfare Concerns
The National Sports Commission (NSC) has swiftly intervened to resolve the recent challenges faced by Team Nigeria at the ongoing 2025 World Athletics Championships...
NNL Holds AGM Ahead of 2025/2026 Season
The Nigeria National League (NNL) is set to hold its 15th Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Tuesday, a prelude to the 2025/2026 season at...
Amas Obasogie, Morice Chukwu’s Singida Black Stars FC Crowned Champions of Cecafa Kagame Cup After Defeating Al-Hilal SC
Sudan giants Al Hilal SC face Singida Black Stars FC in the final of the CECAFA Kagame Cup 2025 on Monday. The two sides...
Daniel Daga Leads Flying Eagles World Cup Lists Ahead of Chile Camping
Flying Eagles head coach Aliyu Zubairu has named his final 21-man squad for the 2025 FIFA U-20 World Cup, DAILY POST reports. Ten members of...
AFN Board Member Olalekan Soetan Stays Cautious Over Nigeria’s Poor Kit At World Athletics Championship
A seasoned coach and board member of the Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN), Olalekan Soetan is staying cautious and refrained from scolding officials who...
Sam Sodje Serves NFF ‘Quit Notice,’ Outlines Two Revival Options For Super Eagles
Former Super Eagles' defender, Sam Sodje has provided two options that could help the Nigerian national bounce back from their current woes in the...
Super Eagles Can Still Make It To Next Year’s World Cup – Benedict Akwuegbu
A former striker in the Super Eagles, Benedict Akwuegbu has expressed optimism that the Nigerian national team can still qualify for the 2026 FIFA...
From Ifako’s Dusty Fields to State Champions: Victory FC’s Underdog Triumph
For years, Victory Football Club of Ifako was regarded as little more than a steppingstone for other teams. Their faded jerseys and worn-out boots —...
Stakeholders Applaud Sports Commission DG Bukola Olopade As Nigeria Moves Toward Unified Flag Football Federation
Stakeholders in Nigerian sports have heaped praise on the Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Hon. Bukola Olopade, for his decisive role...
Flying Eagles’ Coach Aliyu Zubairu Plots Defeats For Norway, Saudi Arabia, Colombia
Nigeria's youth national team, Flying Eagles' coach, Aliyu Zubairu has set plans in motion towards snatching victories over Norway, Saudi Arabia and Colombia in...
Breaking: Ditaji Kambundji Denies Amusan Gold As Nigeria Wins First Medal Of 2025 World Championships
Nigeria’s world-record holder Tobi Amusan has captured her country’s first medal at the 2025 World Athletics Championships after a thrilling women’s 100 metres hurdles...
IASC Above 45 Cup Tournament 2025 Set for September 20 at LBS Sports Arena
The Island Allstars Sports Club (IASC) has officially announced the staging of its much-anticipated Above 45 Cup Tournament 2025, scheduled to take place on...
Breaking: World-Record Holder Tobi Amusan Blasts Into 100m Hurdles Final
Nigeria’s world-record holder Tobi Amusan has stormed into the final of the women’s 100m hurdles at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo after a...
Sports Can Unite Youth and Fight Crime — APC Youth Leader Dayo Israel After Meeting Sports247 CEO Jide-Ojo Olusola
In a bid to deepen youth engagement and expand the frontiers of grassroots sports, the National Youth Leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC),...
2025/26 NPFL: Five Things to Know from Matchday 4
The 2025/26 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) is beginning to take shape, with Matchday 4 delivering drama, surprises, and early talking points across the...
8 Teams Battle for Mama of Africa U17 Scouting Invitational Tournament
Mama of Africa scouting invitational tournament in conjunction with Royal Priesthood Fellowship International second edition of U17 scouting invitational tournament set to kickoff in...
‘I Was Diagnosed With Covid-19, Forced to Run Injured’ – Ogazi Laments After First-Round Exit at World Athletics Championships
Nigeria’s teenage sprint sensation, Samuel Ogazi, has blamed team officials for forcing him to compete while not in good shape, after his disappointing exit...
Spectrum FC; A Household Name in Football Industry In Nigeria
Spectrum Football Club located at Oyo town in Oyo State was established in 2017 aiming to become the best talent factory and household name...
Shedrack Akanni’s Hat Trick Helps Super Accurate FA Win Ijegun U10 Gold Cup
Three well-struck goals by Shedrack Akanni were the major talking point in the final of this year's Ijegun Boys U10 Gold Cup, as his...
Super Eagles Midfielder Christantus Uche Targets Greater Impact After Cameo Crystal Palace Debut
Christantus Uche lit up Selhurst Park on Sunday evening, delivering a brief yet promising cameo that left Crystal Palace supporters buzzing with excitement. The 22-year-old...
NPFL Matchday 4 Results as Enyimba Go Top After Away Victory
Enyimba International Football Club of Aba climbed to the top of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) table after recording a 2-0 away win...
Ahmed Musa Scores As Kano Pillars Earned First NPFL Win
Ahmed Musa scored the winning goal as Kano Pillars defeated Enugu Rangers 1-0 in a Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL matchday four encounter at...
Kelechi Iheanacho Scores On Celtic Debut, Thanks Brendan Rodgers For Fresh Opportunity
Celtic of Scotland's new signing, Kelechi Iheanacho got a dream debut in the Scottish Premiership on Sunday, as he scored a very late winner...
