Ayo Dosunmu Misses Minnesota Timberwolves’ Historic Recovery Against Houston Rockets
Minnesota Timberwolves’ Nigerian-born youngster, Ayo Dosunmu missed his team’s historic outing against Houston Rockets in USA’s National Basketball Association (NBA), as the rising guard was ruled out with an injury. READ ALSO: Clear Intent’ Ikorodu City Coach Ozegbagbe Salutes Team Spirit After Hard Fought Win Over Warri Wolves in Lagos Sports247 gathered that 26-year-old Dosunmu missed the epochal game against Houston...
Clear Intent’ Ikorodu City Coach Ozegbagbe Salutes Team Spirit After Hard Fought Win Over Warri Wolves in Lagos
Head coach Bright Ozegbagbe has praised his team’s resilience and mentality following Ikorodu City FC’s dramatic 4–3 victory over Warri Wolves FC in a Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Matchday 32 clash. The pulsating encounter, held at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena on Sunday, March 29, 2026, delivered seven goals in an end-to-end contest that showcased attacking quality from both sides. Reacting...
NPFL: Bendel Insurance, Boboye Fined; Home Matches to Be Played Behind Closed Doors
Bendel Insurance have been sanctioned for multiple breaches of the NPFL Framework and Rules following their Matchday 32 fixture against Plateau United on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City. READ ALSO: J200 Champion Ogunsakin Climbs 18 Steps up to Career-High Ranking, Begins J300 Cairo Campaign According to the league authorities, the Benin City club failed...
J200 Champion Ogunsakin Climbs 18 Steps up to Career-High Ranking, Begins J300 Cairo Campaign
Nigeria’s rising tennis star Seun Ogunsakin has reached a new milestone in his junior career after climbing 18 places in the latest ITF rankings to a career-high world No. 64. READ ALSO: NPFL: Ebimobowei Hails Team Effort After Bayelsa United’s Convincing Home Win The 17-year-old earned the significant jump following his impressive triumph at the J200 tournament in Cairo over the...
NPFL: Ebimobowei Hails Team Effort After Bayelsa United’s Convincing Home Win
Ebimobowei Peter has praised his teammates and supporters following Bayelsa United’s emphatic 4–1 victory at home on Matchday 32 of the Nigeria Premier Football League. The captain, speaking after the match in Yenagoa, described the result as a product of collective effort and determination, emphasizing the importance of securing maximum points at this stage of the season. “Good result. We have...
Nominees Revealed for the SPORTY LALIGA MVP Honouring the Best African Player in LALIGA
LALIGA has unveiled the nominees for the 2025/26 SPORTY LALIGA MVP, the award celebrating the best African player competing in Spain’s topflight this season. Now in its fifth edition, the accolade continues to recognise the outstanding impact of African footballers across LALIGA EA SPORTS, highlighting the growing influence of African talent across Spanish and European football. The winner will join an...
Nwabali Transfer Twist‘ Deals Fell Through’ — Etafia Reveals Why Eagles No.1 Is Clubless And ‘Hurt’ By Snub
Former Super Eagles goalkeeper Greg Etafia has shed new light on the situation surrounding Stanley Nwabali, revealing that failed transfer negotiations, not a lack of interest, left the shot-stopper without a club. READ ALSO: New Olympic Path Unveiled‘ We’re Ready For The Beach’ — Igali Confirms Nigeria’s Historic Wrestling Debut At Youth Games Nwabali, who rose to prominence as Nigeria’s first-choice...
New Olympic Path Unveiled‘ We’re Ready For The Beach’ — Igali Confirms Nigeria’s Historic Wrestling Debut At Youth Games
Nigeria is set to break new ground in international wrestling after former federation president Daniel Igali revealed plans for the country to debut in beach wrestling at the 2026 Youth Olympic Games in Dakar. READ ALSO: NPFL: Babaganaru Blasts Officiating as Kano Pillars Suffer Heavy Defeat in Yenagoa The announcement marks a significant expansion of Nigeria’s wrestling programme, as the country...
NPFL: Babaganaru Blasts Officiating as Kano Pillars Suffer Heavy Defeat in Yenagoa
Babaganaru has openly criticized officiating decisions following Kano Pillars’ 4–1 defeat to Bayelsa United in Yenagoa, describing several calls during the match as “questionable.” READ ALSO: Adegoke Leads Nigeria’s Sprint Charge with Eyes on Global Return Speaking after the Matchday 32 encounter in the Nigeria Premier Football League, the Kano Pillars head coach did not hold back in his post-match assessment. “The...
Adegoke Leads Nigeria’s Sprint Charge with Eyes on Global Return
Enoch Adegoke continues to underline his status as one of Nigeria’s premier sprint talents, combining experience, speed, and consistency as he builds momentum for a crucial outdoor season. A two-time national champion and Olympic finalist, Adegoke boasts an impressive personal best of 9.98 seconds in the 100m—firmly placing him among the elite sprinters on the continent. Known by many as “Mr....
