ORJI NELSON Earns Praise Despite Muangthong United Defeat — A Rising Defender Who Commands Respect
It wasn’t the result Muangthong United hoped for, but Nigerian centre-back Orji Nelson once again proved why he is becoming one of the most respected young defenders in the Thai League. Even in defeat, Orji delivered a performance full of composure, confidence, and elite ball-playing ability — qualities that stood out clearly for everyone watching. Read Also: Lengkat John Makes Bright...
JEREMY OBAH: Nigerian-Heritage Sensation Terrorises Defenders in the USA
Nigerian-heritage striker Jeremy Obah is fast becoming one of the most exciting young forwards in the United States, continuing his brilliant form for Peninsula FC after relocating from Switzerland for college football. The explosive attacker has been in outstanding shape — scoring goals, providing assists, and delivering match-winning performances with impressive consistency. Coaches describe him as a player who never...
Veterans Light Up the Court at Bet9ja Foundation Badminton Championship
The veteran category of the Bet9ja Foundation Southeast Badminton Championship delivered some of the most thrilling moments of the tournament, as seasoned players showcased experience, endurance and exceptional sportsmanship at the Indoor Sports Multipurpose Gymnasium Hall of the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium, Enugu. In one of the standout matches of the final day, Enugu duo Oramalu Peter and Ikedi Eze staged...
Lengkat John Makes Bright European Start With KF Shkodra U19 After Albania Move
Plateau State–born midfielder Lengkat John has officially begun his European journey on a promising note after making his U19 League debut for Albanian side KF Shkodra. The young Nigerian talent, who recently travelled to Albania in pursuit of his first professional breakthrough, played the full 90 minutes in their Albanian U19 Second Division match against KF Tomori. Read Also: ‘Why We...
Hon. Kabiru Amadu Unveils Mai Palace Super Cup, Rewards Grassroots Football Excellence With Car, Tricycle, and ₦8.5m Cash Prizes
In a renewed push to empower young football talents and strengthen grassroots sports in Zamfara State, the member representing Gusau/Tsafe Federal Constituency and Chairman of the House Committee on Sports, Hon. Kabiru Amadu (Mai Palace), has launched the maiden edition of the Mai Palace Super Cup, accompanied by an unprecedented reward package for participating teams and outstanding players. The initiative,...
NPFL Matchday 14 Preview: Table-Toppers Ikorodu City Target Kano Pillars Fall as the Week Unfolds
Matchday 14 of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) arrives with excitement at fever pitch, and all eyes swing toward the bottom-versus-top showdown in Katsina, where 20th-placed Kano Pillars host league leaders Ikorodu City. Read Also: ‘Why We Lost’ — Rivers United Coach Finidi George Explains Heavy Defeat to Pyramids in Cairo Kano Pillars vs Ikorodu City — Top Meets Bottom...
First Bank Overrun CSA, Begin WBLA Zone 3 Qualifier on a Bright Note
The visitors stole the show on the opening day of the Women’s Basketball League Africa (WBLA) Zone 3 qualifiers in Abidjan, as First Bank of Nigeria stunned home favourites CSA of Côte d’Ivoire 66–55, while host team Friends Basketball Association (FBA) fell 63–56 to Beninese champions Energie. First Bank Leave It Late to Subdue CSA The Elephant Girls, as First Bank...
No Mercy At Dawn! Supremacy Cup Explodes As 36 Lion, Dosu Joseph, Beyond Limits, Broad City, Ikorodu City, Mavlon, Triple 44 And Real Sapphire Set Lagos Ablaze On Matchday...
The 2025 Lagos Supremacy Cup will erupt into full-throttle action on November 24 as all eight competing clubs storm the National Stadium’s Legacy Pitch for a Matchday One showdown that promises drama, passion, and early fireworks. Tagged “No Offside! Operation Mark Your Man!!”, this year’s edition has drawn unprecedented anticipation, with scouts from Belgium, Brazil, and France expected to scour...
Doubles, Mixed Doubles Deliver High Drama at Bet9ja Badminton Championship
The doubles categories at the Bet9ja Foundation Southeast Badminton Championship delivered a thrilling display of teamwork, resilience, and high-intensity competition, keeping fans at the Indoor Sports Multipurpose Gymnasium Hall of the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium, Enugu, on the edge of their seats. The Men’s Doubles contest set the tone for an exhilarating afternoon. Anambra’s formidable duo, Jovita Anikwe and Owen Chidi,...
Awo Cup 2025 Records Fastest Goal In Just Four Seconds
This weekend’s action at Awo Youth Cup in Ogijo, Ogun State was highlighted by a goal that was scored after just four seconds in one of the matches, Sports247 gathered. The goal on four seconds came during an encounter that saw Mighty Blaster FC defeat Golden Jubilee 4-2 in the second match of Day 3 of the competition at Ogijo...
