Uzoho Promises to show up At The AFCON
Super Eagles goalkeeper, Francis Uzoho says he's committed to make Nigeria proud at the forthcoming 2019 Africa Cup of Nations in Egypt. Uzoho who's listed in Gernot Rohr's professional list for the tournament has endured a torrid time this season and has came under so many criticisms for the goal he conceded against Seychelles in the country’s last qualifying match...
DAYSTAR CHRISTIAN CENTRE HOME FELLOWSHIP COLLEGE ZONE INTER-COMMUNITIES CHAMPIONS LEAGUE (ICCL) IS BORN – Olumide Ojewumi
Looking to make a difference in our local community and other communities in Lagos State, Daystar Christian Centre Home Fellowship College Zone is set to launch Inter-Communities Champions League (ICCL) structure for a grassroots-based soccer competition that will see various clubs from far-flung locations engage in a home and away contest for glory. The competition will be staged in...
EKITI FA ELECTION: It is a level playing field for all contestants – Hon. Awopetu
Contestants, stakeholders and observers have been promised a level playing field for all contestants at the Ekiti football association's elective congress to elect new members into the board slated for 28th May, 2019. Speaking with the press, Ekiti State Commissioner of Sports and Youths, Hon.( Pastor) Michael Awopetu restated the commitment of the administration of Governor John Kayode Fayemi to...
Rivers United deny allegations of hooliganism by Lobi Stars
The management of Rivers United FC have been made aware of allegations by Lobi Stars FC of Makurdi, in some sections of the media that their players were prevented from having their training session at the Yakubu Gowon Stadium, Port Harcourt on Wednesday, May 15, 2019, sports247.ng can report It was also alleged that fans of Rivers United were responsible...
Poland 2019: Five players who can lead Nigeria to first U20 World Cup Glory
Nigeria has produced great players and memorable games at the FIFA U-20 World Cup, but it is hard to believe that the country is still waiting for its first title at this level despite dominating the U-17 category, winning the tournament five times. Nigeria might have not won this tournament, but the competition has helped the country to discover players...
Eagles Abroad: Onyekuru lifts Turkish Cup, Osimhen win as Charleroi push for Europa
Super Eagles attacker Henry Onyekuru started for Turkish giants Galatasaray as they defeated 2018 Turkish Cup winners Akhisarspor 3-1 to win the Turkish Cup. Galatasaray's goals came in the final 10 minutes courtesy Sinan Gumus in the 80th minute, Sofiane Feghouli in the 88th minute and Mbaye Diagne in the 90th minute, after Elvis Manu gave Akhisar a 56th minute...
Leicester City’s Ndidi and Iheanacho starts vacation in France
Leicester City duo Wilfred Ndidi and Kelechi Iheanacho have been spotted in France enjoying their holiday ahead of next month's Africa Cup of Nations. The Nigeria internationals travelled to Saint-Tropez, a coastal town in France to relax and rejuvenate after ten months of intense club football. Both players were spotted relaxing on a boat after helping Leicester City finish in the...
NPFL: Olorunleke warns Akwa United against complacency
Akwa United goalkeeper Ojo Olorunleke has warned his teammates that complacency is the biggest threat to their push for a Super Six spot. Olorunleke, who saved a penalty in their last game against Yobe Stars, has charged his teammates not to get overconfident. “We know we are almost through to the Super Six but we are not yet through and we...
Eagles Abroad: Anthony Ujah makes Bundesliga Team of the Week
Mainz 05 striker Anthony Ujah has been selected in the Bundesliga Team of the Week after a scintillating display at the Commerzbank-Arena on Matchday 33. The former Werder Bremen forward was the man of the match on Sunday following an impressive quck-fire brace against Europa League semifinalists, Eintracht Frankfurt. He scored in the 53rd and 57th minute after a slow first...
Wikki vs Kwara United: Zubair remains upbeat despite injury woes
Wikki Tourist coach Aliyu Zubair believes his side will not get relegated this season despite occupying the last relegation spot in Group A of the abridged table of the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) The former Akwa United assistant manager also explains the reason behind his side's woes this season. “Certainly, relegation is not our portion. The only thing is, any...
