Kickboxing Championship Holds In Benin As Okperigho Encourages Combat Sport
The Chairman, Edo Kickboxing Association Owens Okperigho has promised that his board will continue to promote the game of kickboxing in Edo state, urging...
Abia Warriors Conducts Screening Exercise For U-15 And U-19 New Intakes
There will be a screening exercise for young football players who aspire to join the Abia Warriors U-15 and U-19 Youth Teams. The age category...
Nigerian Wrestlers Ready For Pre-Olympic Tournament In Serbia ~ Igali
The president of the Nigeria Wrestling Federation (NWF), Dr. Daniel Igali has said that he is positive of a good outing in the forthcoming...
7th Youth Games: Edo Sports Commission Steps Up Prep, Moves Athletes To Camp
Edo State Sports Commission has stepped up preparations for the National Youth Games scheduled to begin in Asaba, Delta state on 20th of this...
David Stockbrink Scores In FC Monglabach 3:2 Against SG Kaarst
David Stockbrink continues his sensational form for FC Monglabach in the 3-2 win over SG Kaarst in the German Sonderliga on...
Olojo Festival Chess Set For September 22-23 In Ile-Ife
Organisers have concluded plans to stage the 5th edition of the Olojo festival chess championships. the championship with the theme "Give Kids the World:...
Adewale Laluko Applauds Skillful Start to Ikeja Super 4 Tournament
Coach Adewale Laluko, a prominent member of the Ikeja Divisional Football Association and an integral part of the Super 4 tournament's organizing committee, shared...
Ikeja DFA Super 4: Magboro FC Assistant Coach Remains Hopeful Despite 2-0 Defeat to Bucknor FC
In an exclusive interview with Sports247, Festus Felix, the assistant coach of Magboro FC, shared his insights after their 2-0 loss to Bucknor FC....
Rivers United FC Embarks on CAF Confederation Cup Journey Against Etoile Filante De Ouagadougou
This Sunday, the 17th of September 2023, marks a significant day for Rivers United FC as they kick off their campaign in the CAF...
Ikeja DFA Super 4: Coach Idowu Lateef Optimistic About Bucknor FC’s Performance Despite 2-0 Victory
Following Bucknor FC's 2-0 victory over Magboro FC in the Ikeja DFA Super 4, Sports247 interviewed Coach Idowu Lateef to gather his thoughts on...
“We Only Select The Best Grassroots Talents And Give Them Platforms For Global Stage” Odeyinka Ibrahim Gives Detailed Insight On Shuffle Select Player Development Process
Odeyinka Ibrahim, chairman of Shuffle Select FA has revealed that the institution is ready to give talented grassroots youngsters the platform to grow and...
Lotus Bank Abeokuta 10km Race: Winners Got Motivated, Says CEO Nord Automobile
The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Nord motors, Oluwatobi Ajayi has said winners of the Lotus Bank Abeokuta 10km race were properly motivated. Read Also:...
Glory Ogbonna Opens Goal Account, Propels Besiktas To First League Win
Super Falcons defender, Glory Ogbonna scored her first goal of the Turkish Women Football League season as Beşiktaş defeated Fatih Vatan Spor on Sunday...
John Enoh Congratulates Super Eagles On Emphatic Victory And AFCON Qualification ..Calls For Concerted Efforts Towards Winning AFCON 2023
Nigeria’s Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Enoh has congratulated Nigeria’s Senior Men’s National Team over their emphatic victory against São Tomé and Principe...
Minister of Sports Development To Begin Assessment Meetings With All Sports Federations On Tuesday …Says Room Will Be Given For Crises To Be Settled In National Interest
Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh will commence engagements with all sports federations in the country on Tuesday, as he continues to...
Ikeja DFA Super 4: ‘We Want To Get It Right This Time’ – Oyebanjo Raphael Bullish Over Shuffle Select Final Berth Chances
Shuffle Select midfielder, Oyebanjo Raphael is confident that shuffle Select has what it takes to make to the final round of the Ikeja DFA...
Ikeja DFA Super 4: Anthony Israel Dazzles In Shuffle Select Opening Game Win As He Admits Love For Neymar Jr
The Ikeja DFA Super 4 competition is already producing talented players in just the first game day with focus on Anthony Israel, dubbed as...
7th Youth Games: Edo Sports Commission Steps up Prep, Moves Athletes To Camp
Edo State Sports Commission has stepped up preparations for the National Youth Games scheduled to begin in Asaba, Delta state on 20th of this...
Ikeja DFA Super 4: Saint Austin Lauds Players’ Resilience, Discipline As Shuffle Select Thrash G-Innovation In Curtain Raiser Game
Head coach of Shuffle Select, Saint Austin has lauded the resilience and discipline of his players' to stick to instructions in the Ikeja DFA...
Ikeja DFA Super 4 – ‘We Paid The Price For Our Arrogance’, Ibeh Victor Bemoans G-Innovation Bitter Loss To Shuffle Select
Ibeh Victor, head coach of G-Innovation has bemoaned his side woeful loss to Shuffle Select in the match day one of the Ikeja DFA...
“I think The Club Is Obviously Going Through A Massive Transition” – Mikel Obi Leaps To Chelsea Defence
Former Super Eagles of Nigeria captain, Mikel Obi has leaped to the defense of his former Side Chelsea with whom he won it all...
Wilfred Ndidi: Super Eagles Determined To Secure 2026 World Cup Qualification After Qatar Heartbreak
In a resounding declaration of determination, midfield maestro Wilfred Ndidi, the heartbeat of Nigeria's Super Eagles, has underscored the team's unwavering commitment to securing...
Southampton Confirm Paul Onuachu’s Season Long Loan Move To Trabzonspor
English Championship side Southampton FC have today confirmed that striker Paul Onuachu has completed a season-long loan move to Turkish outfit Trabzonspor with the...
2023 Africa Para Games: Nigeria Wins Bronze In Wheelchair Tennis
The duo of Foluke Shittu and Kafayat Omisore defeated Tanzania’s Lucy Shirima and Rehema Selemani 2-0 (7-5, 6-4) in the third-place match at the...
CAF Announces Player Registration Rules For African Football League
In a groundbreaking revelation, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has unveiled the highly anticipated player registration rules for this year's African Football League,...
Lagos FA Preseason Tournament: A New Dawn in Grassroots Football Development
The Lagos FA Preseason Tournament, set to commence from September 18th to 22nd, 2023, was officially introduced during a press conference held on September...
Delta State To Host 2023 National Youth Games With Record-Breaking Participation
In a thrilling announcement by the Local Organising Committee (LOC), the vibrant state of Delta has been selected as the prestigious host for the...
Bayer Leverkusen Celebrates Victor Boniface’s Stellar Debut For Nigeria In 6-0 Victory Over São Tomé and Príncipe
In a remarkable display of talent and promise, Victor Boniface, the striker from Bayer Leverkusen, marked his debut for Nigeria in the Super Eagles'...
Nigeria Pillar Of Sports Hails 6-Star Super Eagles, Congratulates Osimhen, Awoniyi For Scoring
The Nigeria Pillar of Sports, Chief Donatus Agu-Ejidike JP has hailed the Super Eagles of Nigeria, over their scintillating performance, against "The Patriots" of...
Super Eagles Coach José Peseiro Extends Gratitude To Akwa Ibom Fans After Dominant 6-0 Victory Over São Tomé and Príncipe
In a resounding display of football prowess, the Super Eagles of Nigeria triumphed over São Tomé and Príncipe with an impressive 6-0 victory, culminating...
Shola Adegun Takes the Reins As Head Coach of Sporting Lagos’ Youth Team
Sporting Lagos has officially appointed Shola Adegun as the head coach of its highly-anticipated youth team. Read Also: 19th Annual Mike Okonkwo Football Championship Promotes...
Buruj FC Appoint Tairu Hassan As Technical Director Ahead Of 2023/24 NLO Campaign
Foremost sports academy in Nigeria, Buruj Football Club have appointed Tairu Hassan as head coach ahead of the 2023/24 NLO campaign kick-off. Read Also: NFF...
Victor Osimhen: The Rising Star of Nigerian Football Reaches 20-Goal Milestone
The remarkable ascent of Victor Osimhen in Nigerian football continues to capture the hearts of fans worldwide. Read Also: Elated D’Warriors Boss Speaks On PANASA...
Sodiq ‘Happy Boy’ Adeleke Confident of Second Victory Over Opeyemi ‘Golden Boy’ Ibrahim At GOtv Boxing Night 29
In a highly anticipated rematch, bantamweight boxer Sodiq 'Happy Boy' Adeleke has boldly declared his readiness to defeat Opeyemi 'Golden Boy' Ibrahim once again...
Nigerian Sports Minister Hails Super Eagles’ 6-0 Triumph Over São Tomé and Príncipe, Sets Sights On AFCON Trophy
In a resounding celebration of football excellence, Sen. John Owan-Enoh, the Minister of Sports Development, extended heartfelt congratulations to the Super Eagles following their...
NFF Congress Approved The Change Of Name Of The Nigeria Professional Football League To The Nigeria Premier Football League
The Congress of Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) held its 79th Annual General Assembly on Sunday, 10th September 2023 at Monty Suites Hotel, Uyo, Akwa...
HFN President Ocheho Congratulates Coach Abdulkadir For Bagging IHF B Coaching License
The President of the Handball Federation of Nigeria (HFN) Mr. Samuel Ocheho has congratulated Coach Yusuf Abdulkadir for bagging IHF B coaching license. Coach Abdulkadir,...
Just-In: Super Eagles Soar to a Resounding 6-0 Victory in AFCON Qualifiers Finale
The Super Eagles convincingly defeated Sao Tome 6-0 in their final Group A AFCON qualifier. Osimhen, Awoniyi, Lookman, and Chukwueze all found the net,...
Elated D’Warriors Boss Speaks On PANASA Award Ahead Of Lekki Scrabble Classic, MSPL Finale
On a rainy night warmed by the colourful personalities and representatives from nine countries who were privileged to attend the maiden twin-tournament of the...
Nigeria vs. Sao Tome & Principe: 2023 Africa Cup of Nations Qualifiers Preview
As the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers reach a climax, the stage is set for a pivotal Group A showdown between Nigeria and...
Buruj Sports Academy Welcomes American And Irish Talents To Its Roster
Buruj Sports Academy, a prestigious football institution based in Lagos, Nigeria, proudly announces the integration of two international players into their ranks. Uche David...
Hajj Gafar Applauds Successful LSFA Preseason Tournament Draw, Emphasizes the Importance of Non-Violence in Football
Hajj Gafar Olawale Liameed, Chairman of 36 Lion FC, Vice Chairman of Lagos FA, and Chairman of the LSFA technical team, shared his thoughts...
Lagos Pre-Season Tournament: Buruj Chairman Emphasizes Player Development, Values Beyond Winning
In a post-press conference interview following the LSFA preseason tournament draw that placed his team, Buruj FC in Group D alongside: - Ikorodu City...
16 Teams Battle For Lagos Pre-Season Tournament
The Lagos Pre-Season Tournament will see 16 teams competing when hostilities begin on Monday, September 18th at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Onikan. Read Also: Ikpeba,...
NFF commiserates with Morocco over earthquake tragedy
The Nigeria Football Federation has expressed deep sorrow and grief at the death of over 1,000 people in an earthquake that occurred in the...
Ese Brume Holds 5th Position in Women’s Long Jump Rankings, Drops in Overall Ranking
Ese Brume, the World Silver medalist and Commonwealth Games long jump champion, has maintained her status as the fifth-best ranked athlete in the women's...
19th Annual Mike Okonkwo Football Championship Promotes Grassroots Sports and Talent Development
In a bid to address the dearth of grassroots sports talent discovery in Nigeria, the Presiding Bishop of TREM Church, Dr. Mike Okonkwo emphasized...
ANFASSC President Extends Warm Welcome to Ladegbuwa FC Academy after Viareggio World Cup Triumph
In a heartfelt welcome, the President of the Authentic Nigeria Football and Allied Sports Supporters’ Club (ANFASSC), Prince Abayomi Ogunjimi, extended a gracious reception...
Sharp Strikers Wins KG Sports U-15 Tourney
Sharp Strikers FC has emerged champions of the KG Sports foundation U-15 Tourney defeating Ultimate Stars 4-3 on Penalty after 0-0 at regulation time. The...
Ikpeba, Udeze, Dosu, Others To Grace Layiwola Ayinde Balogun Memorial Football Carnival Season 2 As Fixtures Unveiled Today
Victor Ikpeba, Ifeanyi Udeze and David Dosu confirmed for Layiwola Ayinde Balogun Memorial Football Carnival Season 2 scheduled to take place on September 16th...
