Riders Win Huge Prizes As Maiden Kwara Horse Show Took Center Stage In Ilorin
The Sports Arena of Queen Elizabeth School in Ilorin was filled to capacity on Sunday, November 16, as the maiden edition of the Kwara Horse Show took centre stage amid pomp and pageantry. From horse parade to female horse race, horse drop ball, and horse ball events, the Kwara Horse Show opened a new vista for equestrian activities, setting a...
Panaticos FC’s Coach Michael Miles Gives Accolades To His ‘Very Committed’ Players
Panaticos FC of Ikotun's coach, Michael Miles has rained accolades on his players for what he described as their 'very committed' efforts in sustaining the team. The stocky bearded coach added in an exclusive chat with Sports247 that he is always impressed seeing how determined the lads are in keeping abreast with their regular training sessions at Seamoriow Complex near...
GodDid Foundation’s Second Anniversary Football Competition Begins At Anglican Primary School Akesan
A football competition being staged to commemorate the second year anniversary of GodDid Foundation began on Sunday, with two pulsating matches at Anglican Primary School, Akesan, Lagos. Sports247 was there live to witness both thrilling matches, as the organisers' junior team, Bright Always FC settled for a 1-1 draw with Accurate Football Academy in the first match, after which Panaticos...
Lagos State Referees’ Scribe Appeals On Behalf Of Ekong, Says: ‘Don’t Punish Him For Eagles’ Boycott Of Training’
The General Secretary of Lagos State Football Referees Association, Dele Atoun has sent out a strong appeal that Super Eagles' captain, William Troost-Ekong should not be punished for the Nigerian national team's recent boycott of training in Rabat, Morocco. Atoun gave the appeal while speaking as the special guest during 'Inside Naija Sports,' a live streaming programme that is broadcast...
How Nigeria Crashed Out: Super Eagles Fall to DR Congo on Penalties
Nigeria’s hopes of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup ended on Sunday night after the Super Eagles lost 5–4 on penalties to DR Congo in the CAF Playoff Final in Rabat. The match had ended 1–1 after 120 minutes at the Crown Prince Moulay El Hassan Stadium. Read Also: Super Eagles Fail Final Exam As World Cup ‘Carryover’ Crushes Nigeria’s...
Super Eagles Fail Final Exam As World Cup ‘Carryover’ Crushes Nigeria’s 2026 Dream
Nigeria’s road to the 2026 FIFA World Cup came crashing down in Rabat on Sunday night as the Super Eagles suffered a heartbreaking penalty shootout defeat to DR Congo — a collapse many fans have described as the football equivalent of a student “carrying over” a course after failing to meet promotion requirements. The night had promised differently. Eric Chelle’s men...
BREAKING NEWS: LA Knights Beat Warriors 35–29 To Finish The Season UNDEFEATED — Regular-Season Crown Secured!
The Lagos Athletic Knights have officially completed a PERFECT SEASON, defeating their biggest rivals, Warriors Flag Football, 35–29 in a blockbuster showdown to close Week 9 of the Showtime Bowl Series XIII. In a game tagged by fans as “the unofficial final before the final”, both teams delivered fireworks from start to finish, but it was the Knights’ discipline, clutch...
NPFL: Wikki Shock Enyimba As Ikorodu City Go Top – Match Day Full Result
Matchday 13 of the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL produced drama across all centres, with shock outcomes and decisive victories reshaping the standings. The biggest talking point came from Aba, where Wikki Tourist stunned Enyimba 1–0 in a result that sent shockwaves through the NPFL. Read Also: Nigeria Starting XI vs DR Congo: Chelle Rings Changes As Akor Drops To Bench Wikki,...
Nigeria Starting XI vs DR Congo: Chelle Rings Changes As Akor Drops To Bench
Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has unveiled his starting lineup for tonight’s decisive FIFA World Cup playoff showdown against DR Congo, introducing two significant changes aimed at tightening the team’s structure in Rabat. Semi Ajayi and Frank Onyeka return to the fold, replacing Akor Adams and one other from the previous lineup. Read Also: Chelle Targets Historic Win As Nigeria...
Showtime Bowl Series XIII: Ikan Sports Stun Lekki Braves 30–21 in Dramatic Turnaround to Seal Final Wild Card Spot
Ikan Sports completed one of the most dramatic comebacks of the Showtime Bowl Series XIII season on Sunday, overturning what looked like a Lekki Braves victory to win 30–21 and clinch the last Wild Card ticket. Read Also: Showtime Bowl Series XIII: Greenbacks, Rebels, Panthers End In Style As Raptors Clinch Wild Card Spot — Ikan vs Braves Now a...
