Nigerian Defender Elvis Elendu Signs Scholarship Deal with Wolverhampton Wanderers
Young Nigerian centre-back Elvis Elendu has officially signed a scholarship contract with Premier League side Wolverhampton Wanderers for the 2024/2025 season. The 16-year-old, who began...
Transfer Update: Paulina Ali Joins Levante UD Femenino from FC Famalicão
Levante UD Femenino have confirmed the signing of Nigerian central defender Paulina Ali from Portuguese side FC Famalicão ahead of the 2024/2025 Liga F...
Nigerian Winger Saleh Abubakar Scores Hat-Trick for Kryvbas U19 in 4–2 Win Over FC Veteran U19
Saleh Abubakar continued his impressive form for Kryvbas U19 as he netted a hat-trick in their 4–2 victory over FC Veteran U19, further establishing...
“With Dedication, Discipline, and Prayer, I’ll Be the Next Shining Star in Europe” – Okon Darius Arrives in Finland to Begin Pro Career
Nigerian left-back Okon Darius has officially arrived in Finland, set to sign his first professional contract after developing at Blessed Football Academy in Uyo. The...
Edo Sports Boss Enabulele Applauds Handball Premier League, Reaffirms State’s Commitment to Youth Sports Development
The Executive Chairman of the Edo State Sports Commission, Hon. Amadin Desmond Enabulele, has lauded the ongoing Ardova PLC Handball Premier League as a...
Super Falcons Eye Early Quarter-Final Qualification Against Botswana in WAFCON Clash
Group leaders Nigeria are poised to secure an early ticket to the quarter-finals of the 2024 Women Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) when they...
Confident Aluma Eyes NPFL Return as Warri Wolves Gear Up for Crown FC Showdown
As the Nigeria National League (NNL) Super 8 playoff reaches a decisive stage, Warri Wolves coach Napoleon Aluma has sounded a confident tone ahead...
SSA Adeboye Applauds Kwara United’s Historic Double Triumph As “Rewrite of Football History”
Senior Special Assistant to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Grassroots Sports Development, Chief Anthony “Zulu Authority” Adeboye, has hailed Kwara United FC and its...
WAFCON 2024: Super Falcons’ Coach Justin Madugu Promises Merit In Choosing Starting 11
Nigeria's female national team, Super Falcons' coach, Justin Madugu, has promised that merit and current form will continue to be his yardstick towards naming...
WAFCON 2024: Okunwa-Igunbor Believes Super Falcons Will Go All Out Against Botswana
Nigeria's female national team, Super Falcons' former striker, Gift Okunwa-Igunbor, has shot a look ahead of the squad's second group game at the Women's...
Favour Ofili Lost Eight Years Of Her Career Due To Poorly Managed Issues – Sunday Adeleye
As reactions continue trailing the switch in allegiance from Nigeria to Turkey by female sprinter, Favour Ofili, a former technical director of the Athletic...
Nigeria Unveils Final Squad For FIBA U19 Women’s Basketball World Cup
Nigeria has officially released its final 12-player roster for the upcoming FIBA U19 Women’s Basketball World Cup, set to take place in Brno, Czech...
Flying Eagles Arrive in Ghana for WAFU B U20 Championship as Coach Zubairu Bolsters Squad with Seven New Additions
Nigeria’s U20 men’s national team, the Flying Eagles, have landed in Accra, Ghana, ahead of the 2024 WAFU B U20 Championship scheduled to run...
Ahmed Musa Denies Distributing Cars to Players and Officials Following GM Appointment
Super Eagles captain and newly appointed General Manager of Kano Pillars Football Club, Ahmed Musa, has refuted claims circulating on social media suggesting he...
Maktown, Amazons Win Maiden Edition of FIBA Africa Zone 3 Academies Tournament
Maktown Basketball Academy and Amazons Basketball Academy have emerged as champions of the maiden edition of the FIBA Africa Zone 3 Academies Tournament held...
US Smash: Aruna Set For Blockbuster Showdown With Arch Rival Harimoto In Round of 3
Nigeria’s top-ranked table tennis star, Quadri Aruna, is set to face world number four and tournament third seed, Tomokazu Harimoto, in a highly anticipated...
Governor Diri Honoured By U.S based Athlete Victory Godah for sports Development Strides
Bayelsa State Governor, Senator Douye Diri, has been honoured by United States-based Nigerian athlete, Victory Godah, in a heartwarming gesture recognizing the Governor’s unwavering...
Oyibu Success Vows To Make Nigeria Proud At 2025 CAA U-18/U-20 Championships In Abeokuta
As the countdown to the 3rd edition of the Confederation of African Athletics (CAA) U-18/U-20 Championships intensifies, one name that stands out among Team...
NLO: NFF Appeals Committee Clears ACT Sports di Oyibo of match manipulation allegations, Club President Reacts ‘ ” A Huge Relief
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) Appeals Committee has exonerated ACT Sports di Oyibo of Lagos from all allegations of match manipulation. The club was accused...
Nigeria Missing As FIBA Africa Zone 3 U-16 Afrobasket Qualifiers Tips Off In Liberia
The FIBA Africa Zone 3 U-16 Afrobasket Qualifiers dunks off on Thursday at the Samuel Kanyon Doe Indoor Sports Hall, Monrovia, the Liberian capital. Three...
Abia Warriors’ Continental Dream Faces Disruption Amid Imama Exit Rumours
The atmosphere around Abia Warriors is tense despite the club’s historic qualification for the 2024/2025 CAF Confederation Cup—a first in their history. The Umuahia-based...
SSA To President, Adeboye Anthony Adeyinka Bags 2025 Photography Masterclass Ambassadorial Award for Outstanding Grassroots Impact
In a powerful tribute to his unwavering dedication to youth development and grassroots sports, the Senior Special Assistant to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on...
Abia Warriors’ Continental Dream Faces Disruption Amid Imama Exit Rumours
The atmosphere around Abia Warriors is tense despite the club’s historic qualification for the 2024/2025 CAF Confederation Cup—a first in their history. The Umuahia-based side,...
Akintola Shines in Italy with Double Sprint Wins, Eyes Nigerian Trials in Abeokuta
Nigeria’s Alaba Akintola delivered a commanding performance at the Meeting Arcobaleno in Italy, signaling a strong return to form ahead of the Nigerian Athletics...
Nnadozie Hails Super Falcons’ Tournament Win, Eyes Continental Crown
Super Falcons goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie has praised her teammates following Nigeria’s crucial opening win over Tunisia in their ongoing women’s tournament campaign, describing the...
Flying Eagles Captain Bameyi Targets WAFU-B Glory, U-20 World Cup Preparation
Flying Eagles captain Daniel Bameyi has expressed strong confidence in Nigeria’s U-20 team as they prepare for the 2025 WAFU-B U-20 Championship in Ghana,...
Ola Aina Signs New Nottingham Forest Deal, Says Staying Was a “No-Brainer”
Nottingham Forest defender Ola Aina has signed a new contract extension with the club, committing his future to the Premier League side until 2028. Aina,...
Nigerian Striker Victor Orakpo Joins Montpellier on Loan from OGC Nice
Former FC Bako striker Victor Orakpo has officially joined Montpellier Hérault Sport Club on a season-long loan from OGC Nice. The 19-year-old Nigerian forward, who...
Elochukwu Udemezue: “With Focus, Discipline and Hard Work, I Know I’ll Reach the Top”
Promising Nigerian centre-back Elochukwu Udemezue, who currently plays for HYPBUZZ FC of Abuja, is drawing attention for his leadership, composure, and tactical intelligence on...
Nigerian Forward Andre Dike Signs First Professional Contract with West Ham United
Young Nigerian talent Andre Dike has officially signed his first professional contract with Premier League side West Ham United. The 17-year-old forward was one of...
Young Nigerian Talent Oluwa Olivia Joins Manchester United Women’s Pre-Academy for 2025/26
Nigerian youngster Oluwa Olivia has been officially selected to join the Manchester United Women’s Pre-Academy Talent Centre for the 2025/2026 season. Olivia was discovered earlier...
West Ham Youngster Marvin Obi Called Up to Denmark U17 for Nordic Tournament
Chukwumeka Marvin Obi, younger brother of Manchester United prospect Chido Obi-Martin, has been officially called up to the Denmark U17 national team. The 16-year-old winger,...
Oshoala takes S.H.E Plays initiative to Ansar UD-Deen Senior High School, Surulere
With the Women's Africa Cup of Nations currently ongoing in Morocco, Super Falcons star, Asisat Oshoala, has scored another goal after taking the Asisat...
Pre-Season: Eko International Cup Gets Boost as Rivers United Confirm Participation
One of Nigeria’s representatives in the CAF Champions League, Rivers United Football Club of Port Harcourt, have confirmed participation in the forthcoming Eko International...
WAFCON 2024: Mutiu Adepoju Declares … Nigerians Want To See Super Falcons Win This Competition
Former Super Eagles' ace, Mutiu Adepoju, has added his voice to reactions trailing the brilliant start of Nigeria's female squad at this year's Women's...
Osayi-Samuel Opens Up: Why I Moved To Birmingham City
Former Fernebahce of Turkey defender, Bright Osayi-Samuel, has opened up and revealed the major reasons behind his shock move to a newly promoted second-tier...
WAFCON 2024: Robo Queens’ Coach Emmanuel Osahon Identifies Three Weak Areas in Super Falcons
FC Robo Queens of Lagos founder and technical manager, Emmanuel Osahon, has identified three areas of weakness in Nigeria's female national team, Super Falcons,...
WAFCON 2024: Falcons Must Learn How To Convert Their Chances – Oparanozie
Nigeria's female national team, Super Falcons' former striker, Desire Oparanozie, has charged the squad to improve their rate of converting goal-scoring chances in order...
Ogun Government backs 2025 Veterans Cup Southwest Qualifier in Abeokuta
The Ogun State Government has thrown its weight behind the successful hosting of the 2025 Veterans Cup Zonal Qualifier, reaffirming its commitment to sports...
Edo Cyclists Shine at African Para Cycling Championship, Secure UCI Scholarships
Edo State’s sporting prowess took center stage once again as its para cyclists delivered a commanding performance at the African Para Cycling Track Championship...
Flying eagles land in Ghana , set sights on third straight WAFU B U20 Title
Nigeria’s U20 national team, the Flying Eagles, have officially begun preparations in Accra, Ghana, ahead of the 2024 WAFU B U20 Boys Championship, determined...
StarTimes Sets the Stage for Blockbuster Club World Cup Semi-Finals
The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup has delivered blockbuster action, stunning upsets, and unforgettable moments—and through it all, StarTimes has made sure Nigerian fans...
Nwobodo Named Rangers Captain in Leadership Reshuffle Ahead of New Season
Seven-time Nigeria Premier Football League champions, Rangers International FC, have unveiled Chidiebere Nwobodo as their new club captain in a bold leadership reshuffle aimed...
Ogun Women Run Organizers Fulfill ₦1M Prize Promise, Set Sights on Bigger 2025 Edition
Organizers of the Ogun Women Run have reaffirmed their commitment to supporting female athletes and promoting wellness by announcing the successful disbursement of prize...
Ayeni Slams Officiating, Eyes NPFL Promotion as Crown FC Prepare for Warri Wolves Clash
Crown FC Technical Advisor, Coach Ayodeji Ayeni, has called for improved officiating standards in the ongoing 2025 Nigeria National League (NNL) Super 8 Playoffs...
Fresh Start for Cynosure FC as Nwaeze Christian Takes Over Amid Leadership Transition
Cynosure Football Club of Abakaliki is charting a new course following the appointment of Mr. Nwaeze Christian as the club’s new Chairman, signaling a...
2025 CHAN: 21 Super Eagles Begin Training Under Floodlights in Ikenne as Eric Sekou Chelle Takes Charge
Preparations for the 8th African Nations Championship (CHAN) 2025 officially kicked off on Monday as 21 players reported to the Super Eagles B camp...
Two Structural Reforms the NNL Should Consider to Enhance Integrity and Public Trust
The Nigeria National League (NNL), the second tier of Nigerian football, continues to face questions over its credibility and fairness. Despite being the crucial bridge...
NLO: NFF Sets Aside N500,000 Fine Against Campos FC, Orders Fresh Investigation into Match-Fixing Allegation
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has overturned the N500,000 fine and two-year suspension earlier imposed on Campos FC by the Nationwide League One (NLO),...
NLO: NFF Disciplinary Committee Orders Integrity Unit to Probe Franceex United vs Bison FC Match-Fixing Allegation, Sets Aside Cancellation of Results
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) Disciplinary Committee has nullified the Nationwide League One (NLO)'s decision to cancel the result of the match between Franceex...
