Yakubu Aiyegbeni Reflects on 2010 World Cup Miss: “You Cannot Let Failure Define You”
Former Super Eagles striker Yakubu Aiyegbeni has opened up on one of the most unforgettable moments of his career — the missed goal against South Korea at the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa — revealing how that experience shaped his mindset about life and courage. Speaking reflectively, the former Everton forward recalled the emotional rollercoaster that followed the...
Taiwo Awoniyi Gets Sweet Words From His Coach After Aiding Win Over Leeds United
Nottingham Forest of England striker, Taiwo Awoniyi got sweet words from his coach at the English Premier League club, following his battling performance against Leeds United on Sunday. Sports247 reports that Awoniyi got off the home team's bench in the 59th minute of play at The City Ground, and his entry marked a decent surge in Forest's all out assault...
Falcons’ Star Gift Monday Remembers Her Late Father After Scoring In USA’s NWSL
Super Falcons’ attacker, Gift Monday took some time out to talk about her late father, after scoring for Washington Spirit of USA in the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL). Sports247 reports that Monday put her Washington DC-based side ahead in the pulsating encounter, but their opponents stormed back to take the game into a shootout via the lottery of penalty...
Arokodare’s New Coach Emerges At Wolverhampton Wanderers
Wolverhampton Wanderers of England striker, Tolu Arokodare will return to his English Premier League club to find a new coach waiting for him after he features for Nigeria at the 2026 World Cup qualification play-offs in Morocco. Sports247 gathered that the new gaffer Arokodare will play under at Wolves is former Middlesbrough handler, Rob Edwards, who was confirmed for the...
Emmanuel Emegha Scores Twice For Strasbourg Against Lille In French Ligue 1
Strasbourg of France had their Nigerian-born attacker, Emmanuel Emegha to thank for a wonderful evening in the French Ligue 1, as the Dutch international gave them victory with two well taken goals. Sports247 reports that the Strasbourg captain, who has a Nigerian mother and Togolese father, struck both goals to help his side get their first Ligue 1 victory over...
Aghama Efe Impresses in Late Cameo for Cádiz Despite Goalless Draw
Former Bendel Insurance winger, Aghama Efe, continues to make his presence felt in Spain as he delivered a lively performance during Cádiz’s goalless draw against Real Valladolid in the Spanish LaLiga 2 on Sunday. The Nigerian forward was introduced in the 80th minute, and despite spending just ten minutes on the pitch, he showcased glimpses of his attacking brilliance —...
UNIJOS Awarded Walkover Win as FUL Fails to Show for NUGA Women’s Football Opener
The University of Jos (UNIJOS) female football team began their 2025 Nigerian University Games (NUGA) campaign on a winning note — but without kicking a ball — after their opponents, the Federal University Lokoja (FUL), failed to show up for their opening group-stage match. The fixture, billed for the Federal College of Forestry pitch, was meant to mark the first...
National Grassroots Dream Team Former Defender Warns Young Players Against Drugs
A former defender in the junior squad of the once vibrant but now defunct National Grassroots Dream Team, Suara Damilare Adegoke has sent out a warning on the need for young players to avoid hard drugs. Sports247 reports that Adegoke, who is now an evangelist of the gospel, stressed that frustration and nothing good comes out of a relationship with...
UNIJOS Overcomes Odds with Five-Man Squad to Crush BSU 81–51 in NUGA Opener
The University of Jos (UNIJOS) male basketball team produced a remarkable display of grit and unity to defeat Benue State University (BSU) 81–51 in their opening game at the 27th Nigerian University Games (NUGA), despite fielding only five players throughout the match. The electrifying encounter, played before a passionate home crowd, saw UNIJOS defy fatigue and limited options on the...
‘Coach Santos’ Reveals Secrets Of His Team’s Shock Victory In 2nd Lann Hydra U13 Cup Final
A popular youth football coach and mentor in Ikotun area of Lagos, Taiwo Abiodun Kudus (aka Santos) has revealed some key secrets behind his team's ability to win this year's Lann Hydra U13 Cup, Sports247 reports. 'Santos' and his boys from Young Tigers Football Academy made history on Saturday, as they shocked the host's team, Super Accurate FA via penalties...
