Super Eagles Goalkeeper Adebayo Adeleye Joins Greek Side Volos FC on Two-Year Deal
Nigerian international goalkeeper Adebayo Adeleye has officially signed a two-year contract with Greek Super League club Volos FC, following his departure from Enosis Neon...
Junior D’Tigress Land in Czech Republic, Set to Battle Global Giants at FIBA U-19 Women’s World Cup
Nigeria’s U-19 women’s basketball team, Junior D’Tigress, have officially touched down in Brno, Czech Republic, armed with passion, purpose, and the full backing of...
Nigeria Unveils 96-Athlete Squad for African U18/U20 Athletics Championship in Abeokuta
With the countdown officially on, Team Nigeria has announced a 96-athlete contingent set to compete at the 3rd African U18/U20 Athletics Championships, taking place...
Safety Shooters Dominate as Rima Strikers, Soof Omo Ogiefo Shine Bright on Day 4 of Ardova Handball Premier League
Former champions Safety Shooters reinforced their title credentials on Day 4 of the Ardova Handball Premier League 2025 Phase 1 with a commanding 37–22...
ECOWAS at 50: Abuja to Host 2025 West Africa Deaf Football, Athletics Championships in August
Nigeria will host the 13th West Africa Deaf Football Tournament and the 3rd West Africa Deaf Athletics Championships. This is an integral part of celebrations...
Ogunkunle, Akingbemisilu, Obiora Retain Titles as Lagos Para Table Tennis Championship Concludes
Top Nigerian para table tennis stars, including Isau Ogunkunle, Bolawa Akingbemisilu, and Faith Obiora, successfully defended their titles at the 7th ValueJet Lagos Para...
Peter Rufai’s ‘Best Man’ Reveals How Tunde Bakare Tried to Save Goalkeeper’s Life, Shares Fond Memories
Former Stationery Stores midfielder and Peter Rufai best man Godwin Obiyan, has paid a touching tribute to the late Super Eagles legend, Peter Rufai,...
Swiss Based Coach Adeyemi Charts Grassroots Football Development With Badagry United FC Director, Danladi Musa
Swiss-based football coach, Adeyemi Anthony Adedeji has reaffirmed his commitment to supporting grassroots football development in Nigeria during a recent visit to Badagry, Lagos...
Exclusive: Abia Warriors, Enyimba Settle Player Dues as NFF Imposes Transfer Ban on Heartland, Bendel Insurance, Others
Abia Warriors and Enyimba International FC have successfully settled their outstanding financial obligations to former players, thereby escaping a transfer ban imposed by the...
WAFCON; Defending champions South Africa Struggle, Hold Tanzania In Energy Sapping Draw
TotalEnergies CAF Women's Africa Cup of Nations defending champions South Africa to a hard-fought 1-1 draw in an intense Group C clash that leaves...
“I’m in Great Shape” – 200m Champion Caleb Ready to Make Nigeria Proud at 2025 CAA U-18/U-20 Championships in Abeokuta
As anticipation heightens for the 2025 Confederation of African Athletics (CAA) U-18/U-20 Championships, Nigeria’s promising sprinter, John Caleb, has declared himself ready to make...
Harimoto Ends Aruna’s Spectacular Run at US Smash, Extends Head-to-Head Lead
Japan’s Tomokazu Harimoto ended Quadri Aruna’s thrilling campaign at the 2025 US Smash in Las Vegas with a hard-fought 3–2 victory in their round...
Mission X: LSFA Chairman Hajji Gafar Liameed Applauds Super Falcons’ Advancement
The Chairman of the Lagos State Football Association (LSFA), Hajji Gafar Liameed, was present as the Super Falcons clinched their place in the quarter-finals...
Ola Aina Relishes Nottingham Forest’s Prospects In Europa League
Nottingham Forest of England defender, Ola Aina, is eagerly looking forward to his club's prospects in the forthcoming season's UEFA Europa League, Sports247 reports. This...
CHAN 2025: Home-based Eagles’ Players Under Pressure Ahead Of Final Squad List
All players in Nigeria's home-based national team (Super Eagles-B) are under immense pressure at their camp in Ikenne, Ogun State, as they anxiously await...
Flying Eagles’ Captain Daniel Bameyi Declares – Our Draw With Ghana Will Help Us Win On Sunday
Nigeria's youth national team, Flying Eagles' captain, Daniel Bameyi is picking positives from Thursday's 1-1 draw with Ghana at the WAFU-B U20 Championship, as...
WAFCON 2024: My Goal Against Botswana Was God’s Reward For Hard Work – Chinwendu Ihezuo
Pachuca Femenil of Mexico striker, Chinwendu Ihezuo, has described her last-gasp goal for Nigeria's Super Falcons against Botswana on Thursday at the Women's Africa...
First Victories and Big Sensations: 1xCup 2025 Has Started!
We report on the first week of Nigeria’s biggest amateur football tournament, organised by the global bookmaker 1xBet. In and out Let us remind you that...
MEDIA ALERT: Accreditation Opens For 2025 African Armwrestling Championship In Abuja — 12 Days to Go!
As the countdown hits 12 days, the Local Organizing Committee (LOC) of the 14th African Armwrestling Championship has officially opened media accreditation for journalists,...
Team Nigeria Women’s 4x100m Relay Squad Shines at AFN/Dynamic Meet Ahead of African U20 Championships
Team Nigeria’s women’s 4x100m relay team laid down a strong marker ahead of next week’s African U20 Championships, clinching a dominant victory at the...
MEET HER: Sedilame Boseja, 27-Year-Old Botswana Wall Who Stunned Super Falcons
Meet Sedilame “Tsontso” Boseja, the 27-year-old Botswana goalkeeper who put on a sensational show against the Super Falcons of Nigeria in their intense Women’s...
Rasheedat Ajibade – Captain and Driving Force of the Super Falcons
At 25, Rasheedat Ajibade is playing in her third TotalEnergies CAF WAFCON. From rookie in 2018 to captain in the 2024 edition, the Atlético...
Alcaraz, Djokovic, Sabalenka And Swiatek Battle For Wimbledon Glory This Weekend
The Wimbledon semifinals and finals this weekend promise high drama as tennis stars Carlos Alcaraz, Novak Djokovic, Aryna Sabalenka, and Iga Swiatek continue their...
Mumini Alao ‘Drags’ Fashola, Enoh, Dikko, Gusau To University Of Lagos
Renowned sports writer, editor, general manager and director, Alhaji Mumini Alao has set in motion an elaborate plan to bring many high profile personalities...
Praise Adebo Vows To Stay Focused After Strong Start At St. Mirren
Rising Nigerian striker Praise Adebo has reaffirmed her commitment to growth and excellence following a strong start to life at St. Mirren Women’s FC,...
European Clubs Eye Nigerian Duo Charity Reuben, Chinaza Favour Agoh After Stellar Season In Egypt
Top European clubs are showing strong interest in Nigerian strikers Charity Reuben and Chinaza Favour Agoh following their sensational debut season in the Egyptian...
Bournemouth Midfielder Malachi Ogunleye Signs First Professional Contract, Commits To Nigeria
Malachi Ogunleye has officially signed his first professional contract with Premier League side AFC Bournemouth ahead of the 2025/2026 season. The central midfielder, who has...
European Scouts Take Note: Nigerian-Born Defender Louis Enahoro-Marcus Signs Pro Deal With Leeds United
Leeds United have secured the signing of Nigerian-born centre-back Louis Enahoro-Marcus, who has officially signed his first professional contract with the Premier League club...
Nigerian Striker Obah Jeremy Completes Move To Peninsula Athletic College In United States
Promising Nigerian striker Obah Jeremy has completed a move to Peninsula Athletic College in the United States from Sühr FC in Switzerland. Known for his...
HB Academy Striker Adeniyi David Eyes European Move After Strong Performances In Abuja
Adeniyi David, a promising Nigerian striker currently playing for HB Football Academy in Abuja, has expressed his ambition to play professional football in Europe...
Madugu: Super Falcons Faced Relentless Botswana Side, Must Improve Ahead Of Algeria Clash
Super Falcons interim head coach, Justin Madugu, has admitted that his team had to dig deep to secure a narrow 1-0 win over Botswana,...
Botswana Coach Alex Malete Proud Of Team Despite Narrow Loss To Nigeria
Botswana women’s head coach Alex Malete has expressed pride in his players despite their 1-0 defeat to tournament favourites Nigeria at the Women Africa...
WAFCON 2024: Randy Waldrum Warns Super Falcons To Beware Of Morocco, Ivory Coast, Cameroon, Zambia, Ghana
Nigeria's female national team, Super Falcons' former coach, Randy Waldrum has served a note of warning to the squad's current techical crew to watch...
Rashidat Ajibade: Botswana Game a Test of Mental Strength, Algeria Clash Will Demand More
Super Falcons captain Rashidat Ajibade has described Nigeria’s slim 1-0 win over Botswana as a mental battle, saying the team had to stay composed...
Iheozu Ecstatic After Late Winner Secures Quarter-Final Spot For Nigeria
Super Falcons striker Chiwendu Iheozu was the hero on Thursday evening as her 89th-minute goal handed Nigeria a narrow 1-0 victory over a stubborn...
Rangers Partner Alliance Française to Empower Female Players Through Education
In a groundbreaking initiative that blends sports with education, Rangers International FC have launched a partnership with the Alliance Française Education and Cultural Centre...
Nigerian Clubs Await CAF Inter-Club Draws as CHAN 2024 Looms
Nigerian clubs flying the country’s flag in the 2025/2026 CAF Inter-Club competitions will know their preliminary round opponents in August, as the Confederation of...
Muhammed Abdullahi Rescues Point for Nigeria in Fiery WAFU-B U20 Opener Against Ghana
Muhammed Abdullahi emerged the hero for the Flying Eagles as Nigeria forced a 1-1 draw against bitter rivals Ghana in a tension-filled WAFU-B U20...
Adegoke Edges Ezeakor for Redemption Win Ahead of National Trials
Enoch Adegoke laid down a strong marker ahead of the upcoming National Trials, clinching victory in the men’s 100m Final in a fiercely contested...
Daniel Igali Counts Many Blessings, Achievements Of Nigerian Wrestling Federation
The president of Nigeria Wrestling Federation (NWF), Honourable Daniel Igali has cast a look back at the past four years of his tenure and...
Aliyu Zubairu Praises Flying Eagles’ Players For ‘Rising To Occasion’ During 1-1 Draw With Ghana
Nigeria's youth national team, Flying Eagles' coach, Aliyu Zubairu is picking positives from his side's 1-1 draw with Ghana on Thursday at the WAFU-B...
Flying Eagles Need Post-mortem Before Facing Benin Republic On Sunday – Friday Ekpo
As reactions continue trailing the youth national team, Flying Eagles' 1-1 draw with hosts Ghana on Thursday at the WAFU-B U20 Championship, ex-international midfielder,...
Olatunde Electrifies Track With Personal best , set up Blockbuster final in Benin
Olaolu Jason Olatunde announced his return to Nigerian soil in emphatic fashion, storming to a new Personal Best (PB) of 10.19s (+1.5) to dominate...
Nigeria’s Knowledge Omovoh Battles Adversity to Shine at CorkCity Games
Despite enduring a grueling 24-hour ordeal stranded in the cold at an airport, Nigerian sprinter Patience Knowledge Omovoh put on a brave face and...
Ahmed Musa Unveils Ambitious Nine-Point Agenda as Kano Pillars GM, Vows Trophy Push
Newly appointed General Manager of Kano Pillars and Super Eagles captain, Ahmed Musa, has declared his mission to restore the club’s past glory, unveiling...
Super Eagles Slip to 44th in FIFA Rankings, Retain Top 5 Spot in Africa Despite Setback
Nigeria’s Super Eagles have dropped one place to 44th in the latest FIFA men’s world rankings, underscoring the team’s recent struggles in international competitions. The...
Barau FC Earns NPFL Promotion with Commanding Win Over Doma United
Barau FC have officially booked their spot in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) for the 2025/2026 season after a dominant 2-0 victory over...
Super Falcons vs Botswana Preview: Head-to-Head, Kick-off Time, and How to Watch
Nigeria's Super Falcons will face Botswana in their second group match of the 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), with the continental giants...
NOC President Gumel to Lead 2025 Olympic Walk in Abuja, Expects Over 250 Participants
The President of the Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC), Engr. Habu Ahmed Gumel, is set to bankroll and lead the 2025 edition of the Olympic...
Flying Eagles Coach Zubairu Aliyu Says WAFU B Offers Good Platform to Prepare For Chile 2025 as Nigeria Clash With Ghana in Opener
Aliyu Zubair, head coach of Nigeria’s U20 national team, says his side is not looking for any advantage over Ghana in their opening match...
