Coach Ayodeji Calls For Mandatory Medical Tests For Coaches, Backroom Staff In Nigerian Football Leagues
Former Sunshine Stars, Rising Stars FC, Adamimogo FC and Akure City FC Head Coach- Adepoju Banjo Ayodeji, has urged the governing bodies of football...
“Double Blow for Nigerian Football: SSA Mourns Deaths of Coach Osun and Akin Olowokere, Calls for National Solidarity”
Nigerian football is in mourning after suffering two devastating losses within 24 hours — the deaths of Coach Osun, former Super Eagles player and...
CHAN 2024: Uganda Maintain Perfect Run in Group C as South Africa Secure First Win
Uganda moved to the summit of Group C at the TotalEnergies African Nations Championship (CHAN) PAMOJA 2024 with a composed 2–0 victory over Niger...
Rag-Tag Pitch, Limited Training Time: Flying Eagles’ World Cup Dreams in Jeopardy
The poor preparations of the Flying Eagles for the FIFA U20 World Cup have raised concerns among fans and observers. The team has been sharing...
Nigerian Defender Adamu Abubakar Joins Ethiopian outfit Ethiopia Coffee Sport Club
Nigerian defender Adamu Abubakar has completed his transfer to the Ethiopian outfit Ethiopia Coffee. Adamu left Plateau United after his contract expired after spending...
ValueJet Preseason Tournament: Kwara United Edge Ikorodu City in 5-Goal Thriller
Kwara United returned to winning ways at the ongoing ValueJet Preseason Tournament, defeating Ikorodu City 3-2 in their second game of the campaign. The Harmony...
Kwara United Chairman, Mr. Kumbi Titiloye Urges Players to Stay Focused, Promises Continued Support
Kwara United Chairman, Mr. Kumbi Titiloye, has charged players and officials of the club to keep training hard and work towards making the state...
Lobi Stars Football Club Officially Unveiled Coach Abubakar Bala for NPFL Return
Lobi Stars Football Club has officially unveiled Coach Abubakar Bala as their new technical adviser, signalling the start of a rebuilding process aimed at...
Coach Richard Okwachi Confident of Ikorodu City Success in the 3rd Edition of 1xCup 2025
Coach Richard Okwachi expresses his feelings towards 1xCup; the largest grassroots football competition in Nigeria during the 3rd season full draw that was held...
Chiamaka Nnadozie Urges African Female Goalkeepers To Keep On Working Hard
Brighton Women FC of England goalkeeper, Chiamaka Nnadozie, is using her nomination for this year's Yachin Award in the 2025 Ballon d'Or roll call...
Cyriel Dessers Picks Positives From 1-1 Home Draw In Scottish Premiership Season Opener
Glasgow Rangers of Scotland striker, Cyriel Dessers, is picking positives from his club's 1-1 draw at home versus Dundee FC on the first day...
Bright Osayi-Samuel Seeks ‘Extra Push’ To Win Matches With Birmingham City
Birmingham City of England summer signing, Bright Osayi-Samuel, has admitted that he and his colleagues need an extra push and more effort in order...
CHAN 2024: Home-based Players Must Do Well To Get Invitations Into Main Super Eagles – Greg Etafia
Former Super Eagles goalkeeper, Greg Etafia, has added another angle to comments trailing the outing of Nigeria's home-based players at the ongoing Championship of...
CHAN Eagles Must Go All Out For Total Victory – Fatai Amoo
Super Eagles' former assistant coach, Fatai Folorunsho Amoo, has added his voice to pre-match comments ahead of Nigeria's second match at the Championship of...
CHAN 2024: Eric Chelle Admits – We Need to Beat Sudan To Remain In This Competition
Super Eagles coach, Eric Sekou Chelle, has admitted that he and Nigeria's home-based players face a daunting challenge against Sudan at the Championship of...
CHAN 2024: Captain Nduka Junior Rallies Nigeria for Must-Win Sudan Clash — “We Will Stay Focused and Determined” Showtime Supports Zanzibar Mission
Nigeria’s CHAN 2024 captain Nduka Junior has issued a bold rallying cry ahead of tomorrow’s decisive Group D clash against Sudan in Zanzibar. Facing reporters...
CHAN 2024: Nigeria Coach, Eric Chelle Targets Sudan Win as “Must-Win” to Revive Campaign — Showtime Backs Super Eagles B in Zanzibar
Nigeria’s CHAN 2024 head coach, Éric Chelle, has declared tomorrow’s clash with Sudan a “must-win” as the Super Eagles B look to bounce back...
Sunshine Stars Mourn Passing of Shooting Star Coach Akin Olowookere
Sunshine Stars Football Club has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Shooting Stars coach, Akin Olowookere, describing him as a leader, mentor, and...
New GM Divine Ogbonnaya Pledges to Restore Ondo State Football Agency’s Glory
The newly appointed General Manager of the Ondo State Football Agency (ODSFA), Divine Ogbonnaya, has promised to revive the agency’s fortunes through proactive and...
CHAN 2024: “It’s a Big Game” – Eric Chelle Targets Three Points as Super Eagles B Face Sudan
Super Eagles B head coach, Eric Chelle, has declared that his side will be going all out for maximum points when they take on...
“We Must Not Look for Quick Fixes” – Fashola Calls for 10-Year Plan to Revive Nigeria’s Sports Industry
Former Lagos State Governor and immediate past Minister of Works and Housing, Babatunde Fashola, has called for a long-term, sustainable approach to developing Nigeria’s...
FIBA 2025 AfroBasket: D’Tigers Open Campaign Against Madagascar – Preview, Head-to-Head, and How to Watch
Nigeria’s senior men’s basketball team, D’Tigers, will begin their quest for continental glory when they face Madagascar in their opening Group B game of...
AFN Unveils Selection Criteria for Tokyo 2025 World Athletics Championships
The Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) has released its official selection criteria for athletes competing at next month’s World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, Japan. In...
CHAN 2024: South Africa, Guinea, Uganda, Niger All Out For Crucial Points in Group C
The Mandela National Stadium in Kampala will host two pivotal Group C encounters on Monday in the TotalEnergies African Nations Championship (CHAN) 2024, with...
CHAN 2024: Kenya Shock Morocco as Ten Men Hold On; Kaporal’s Late Brace Keeps Angola Alive in Group A
Ten-man Kenya pulled off one of the biggest upsets in African Nations Championship (CHAN) history on Sunday, defeating two-time champions Morocco 1-0 in Nairobi...
Akwa United to Honour “Bullet” with Novelty Football Match
Akwa United Football Club has concluded plans to stage a novelty football match in honour of their late Team Manager, Sir Emmanuel Udoh, fondly...
Super Eagles Goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali Commands Spotlight with Stellar Display in Chippa United’s Draw Against Sundowns
In a scintillating start to the Betway Premiership, Chippa United captain Stanley Nwabali turned in a commanding performance between the sticks to help his...
Ezenwata Brothers Shine: 15-Year-Old Chetam Impresses on Charlton U18 Debut as Elder Sibling Makes Waves at Chelsea
Charlton Athletic U18 vs. Wigan Athletic U18 – 1-1 Draw In his first start for the Charlton Athletic Under-18 team, 15-year-old Chetam Ezenwata showcased remarkable...
Divine Saves: Chijioke Aniagboso Shines for Chronometer Odesa in Persha Liga Victory
Former Nigeria U20 goalkeeper Chijioke Aniagboso produced a goalkeeping masterclass to inspire Chronometer Odesa to a 2-0 away win over Podillya Khmelnytskyi in a...
Hat-Trick Hero: Onyinyechukwu Okoli Fires IFK Värnamo Women to 4-2 Triumph in Swedish Division 1
In-form Nigerian forward Onyinyechukwu Okoli delivered a sensational performance for IFK Värnamo Women, scoring a stunning hat-trick in their thrilling 4-2 win over Älmhults...
Super Eagles Star Wilfred Ndidi Seals €8m Beşiktaş Move, Set to Wear Iconic No. 4 Jersey
Super Eagles defensive midfielder Wilfred Ndidi has officially joined Turkish giants Beşiktaş JK from Leicester City in a deal worth a reported €8 million,...
Cedar Football Academy 4-Nation Tournament Ends in a Grand Style in Port Harcourt
The maiden edition of the 4-Nation Holiday Tournament in Port Harcourt for U-13 and U-10 boys, organized by Cedar Football Academy, ended in a...
Remo Stars SC President Hon.Kunle Soname Remarks on Nigeria Clubs Chances on the Continent this Season.
There's a possibility that Remo Stars SC can still fight for the NPFL title next season, but when it comes to participation on the...
Nasarawa United Dethrone Gusau/Ahlan Pre-season Tournament Defending Champion’s Lobi Stars to Secure Semi-Final Spot
In a heart-stopping North Central Zonal derby clash that will be etched in the memories of football fans at the Lafia City Stadium for...
Wisdom Ndom Says Goodbye to Akwa United FC
Wisdom Ndom bids farewell to the former Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) champions, Awka United fc, who were relegated last season and commenced their...
Coach Stanley Eguma Set Huge Targets for Enyimba Ahead of 2025/2026 NPFL Season
Enyimba head coach, Stanley Eguma, has made a bold call by stating that his target for the 2025/26 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season...
Late Blow ends Lobi Stars Tittle Defence in Lafia Derby
It was a bitter pill to swallow for Lobi Stars on Sunday as their reign as champions of the Gusau/Ahlan Preseason Tournament came to...
NSC Under Fire! SWAN Faults NSC Over Absence of Governing Board, Labels Operation Illegal
The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) has accused the National Sports Commission (NSC) of violating its Establishment Act by operating without a statutory...
Victor Osimhen in Turkish Mosque Renaming Controversy in Turkey
Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen’s move to Turkey has taken an unexpected twist after his name was linked to a mosque-renaming dispute in Konya. The 26-year-old...
“I’m Back to Full Fitness” Declares David Stockbrink as He Receives Flying Eagles Call-Up Ahead of U-20 World Cup
Nigerian youth sensation David Stockbrink has been invited to the Flying Eagles' U-20 training camp, which is set to begin on August 18 in...
CHAN 2024: Mzize Brace Fires Tanzania Past Madagascar to Seal Historic Quarter-Final Spot
Clement Mzize struck twice in the opening 20 minutes as co-hosts Tanzania defeated Madagascar 2-1 on Saturday to complete a perfect Group B campaign...
‘I’m Inspired to Continue Contributing to the Growth and Development of Benue State’ – Francisca Ordega
Benue-born football star, Miss Francisca Mlumun Ordega, OON, has expressed deep appreciation to the Benue State Government for the recognition recently bestowed upon her,...
Bayelsa Pre-season Football Tournament – Bayelsa United Resume Camp for Pre-season Tourney
Bayelsa United earlier today trained at the Samson Siasia Stadium in preparation for the Bayelsa Pre-season Football Tournament slated for 10th through the 16th...
Newly Promoted NPFL side Barau FC Announce the Signing of 10 New Players.
Barau FC has announced the signing of ten new players for the 2025/26 Nigeria Premier Football League campaign The new signings are goalkeeper Yusuf Muhammed...
NPFL Suspend the Registration Process of Plateau United’s Adewale Adeyinka over Betting Allegation
A letter dated 5th August 2025 duely signed by the NPFL Chief Operating Officer Davidson Owumi reveals the Nigeria Premier Football League forwarded through...
D’Tigress Star Promise Amukamara Admits: Other Teams From Africa Are Getting Better
A member of the title-winning D'Tigress squad to this year's African Women's Senior Basketball Championship (AfroBasket 2025) in Cote d'Ivoire, Promise Amukamara has posited...
CHAN 2024: Bob Osim Blasts – Our Best Players Are Not In This Year’s Home-based Eagles
As the home-based Eagles prepare to battle Sudan in their second match at the ongoing Championship of African Nations (CHAN 2024), a former national...
CHAN 2024: Nasarawa United Striker Anas Yusuf Declares – My Ambition Is To Win This Championship
Nasarawa United FC of Lafia striker, Anas Yusuf has declared that he will play his heart out if selected to feature for the home-based...
D’Tigress’ Captain Amy Okonkwo Eyes WNBA Action, Plus Olympic Games Glory
Nigeria's winning captain at this year's African Women's Senior Basketball Championship (AfroBasket 2025), Amy Okonkwo still has her eyes fixed on a club career...
AfroBasket 2025: Motivate D’Tigers With Money, Not Words Or Promises – Victor Koko
Ahead of the start of action at this year's African Men's Senior Basketball Championship in Luanda, Angola, Rivers Hoopers BC of Port Harcourt captain,...
