Abiodun Toheeb Shines Despite FK Qarabağ U19’s UEFA Youth League Defeat to Napoli
Nigeria’s Abiodun Toheeb delivered a standout performance for FK Qarabağ U19 on Wednesday, even as the Azerbaijani side fell 2–0 to Napoli U19 in their UEFA Youth League encounter. The young forward, who has grown into an important figure for Qarabağ’s youth setup, was one of the brightest sparks for the Atlılar despite the setback in Italy. Read Also: NPFL: Ikorodu...
Safety Babes Send Strong Title Warning as Ardova Handball Premier League Phase 2 Heats Up
Defending champions Safety Babes delivered the biggest statement yet in Phase 2 of the Ardova Handball Premier League 2025, dismantling Ekiti Queens 49–22 on Day 2 at Rowe Park Sports Centre, Yaba, Lagos, to reinforce their quest for a remarkable five-peat. The dominant Lagos-based side wasted no time asserting their superiority, surging into a 23–11 lead at halftime before completely...
CAFCL: Rivers United Seek Redemption Against RS Berkane in Uyo on Friday
Rivers United_ will look to bounce back from their opening‑match defeat when they host Renaissance Sportive de Berkane of Morocco on Friday, 28 November, at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo. Rivers United opened their group‑stage campaign with a 3‑0 loss to Pyramids FC in Cairo, despite a resilient performance. Read Also: Foreign Scouts Endure ‘Much Heat’ To Spot Nigerian Talents...
NPFL: Ikorodu City Coach Bright Ozegbagbe Reflects on “Painful” Loss, Cherishes Emotional Meeting With Ahmed Musa
Ikorodu City head coach, Bright Ozegbagbe, has described his team’s 2–1 defeat to Kano Pillars on Monday as “painful,” but says the disappointment was softened by an emotional meeting with Super Eagles legend and Pillars General Manager, Ahmed Musa. Ozegbagbe, in a Facebook post shared on Wednesday—two days after the encounter—praised the resilience shown by his players and uploaded photos...
2025 West Africa Trophy to Hold in Abuja, Tournament to Strengthen Cricket Ties — NCF
The Nigeria Cricket Federation (NCF) has announced that the 2025 West Africa Trophy will take place in Abuja, beginning on Thursday, December 4, 2025. This marks the second edition of the regional tournament, following the successful maiden outing staged in Lagos in 2023. Read Also: Foreign Scouts Endure ‘Much Heat’ To Spot Nigerian Talents At Legacy Pitch Nigeria’s senior men’s cricket team,...
Lagos Supremacy Cup: Beyond Limits Reach Final Despite Loss to Real Sapphire, To Face Ikorodu City in Final Showdown
Beyond Limits sealed their place in the final of the 2025 Lagos Supremacy Cup on Wednesday, despite suffering a surprise defeat to Real Sapphire on Matchday 3 at the Legacy Pitch. The defending Champions, Beyond Limits will now defend their title against emerging force Ikorodu City in the finals of the Supremacy Cup on Thursday. Read Also: Foreign Scouts Endure ‘Much...
Foreign Scouts Endure ‘Much Heat’ To Spot Nigerian Talents At Legacy Pitch
Several European football scouts endured what one of them referred to as 'much heat' at Legacy Pitch of Lagos National Stadium, Surulere, in order to spot young Nigerian footballers in the thick of action. Sports247 was present live on Wednesday, as the foreign scouts, managers and agents paid rapt attention to four matches that took place on Day-3 of this...
Ikorodu City Dare Beyond Limit With ‘Team-B’ In Supremacy Cup Final On Thursday
Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL) high fliers, Ikorodu City FC of Lagos will be in action with their B-squad this Thursday against Beyond Limit Football Academy of Ikenne in the final of Supremacy Cup 2025. Sports247 gathered that Ikorodu City's chairman, Sanmi Doherty gave the nod for their second team to prosecute the competition in order not to distract the...
Dakkada FC Heed Counsel, Avert Contractual Crisis After NNL Confirms Withdrawal from 2025/2026 Season
Dakkada FC have moved swiftly to prevent a looming contractual crisis following the Nigeria National League’s (NNL) confirmation of the club’s withdrawal from the 2025/2026 season—just two days before their scheduled opener against Beyond Limits. The abrupt withdrawal immediately raised two major concerns: who would bear the financial responsibilities arising from existing contracts, and how the NNL would respond to...
Edo Boys High School To Host Students Rugby Competition, As Ntiense Williams Takes Charge
A youth development and talent promotions outfit in Benin City, Eyoto Sports Academy has set aside December 10th to stage a students' rugby competition at Edo Boys High School, Sports247 gathered. The project has already been set in motiin by Edo State rugby head coach, Ntiense Williams, who disclosed that all members of his technical team will be on the...
