Official: FIFA Appoints All-South African Officiating Team, Including VAR for Super Eagles vs Gabon World Cup Playoff Clash
FIFA has officially confirmed South African referee Tom Abongile as the match official for the FIFA World Cup 2026™ African Zone Play-Off Semifinal between Nigeria and Gabon, slated for November 13, 2025, in Rabat, Morocco. The crucial encounter, billed for the C.S. Prince Héritier Moulay El Hassan Stadium, will kick off at 17:00 local time (16:00 GMT) and represents a...
Synergy Cup Takes a Celebratory Pause As Island AllStars Embrace Multisports Weekend Ahead Of Round Two Kickoff
The Island AllStars WERBLACK WINES Synergy Cup 2025 will take a well-earned breather this weekend, as the club celebrates a special Multisports Event Day on Saturday, November 8, 2025, before returning to football action the following weekend. After three intense match-days filled with late goals, rain-soaked drama, and top-class performances, the pause comes as a refreshing change of pace. Read Also:...
Lookman’s Coach At Atalanta Downplays Pitchside Clash With Super Eagles’ Star
Atalanta of Italy winger, Ademola Lookman has found some respite coming his way once again, as his coach at the Italian Serie A club, Ivan Juric has downplayed the clash they had with each other on Wednesday night in the UEFA Champions League, Sports247 reports. After apparently hurling an insult at the coach, upon being replaced in the second half...
Denmark-based Joy Omewa Targets First WAFCON Gold Medal, Plus World Cup Spot
Fortuna Hjorring of Denmark female team's top striker, Joy Omewa Ogochukwu has disclosed that she hopes to be part of Nigeria's squad to next year's Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON 2026) and win it with the Super Falcons. Sports247 reports that Omewa, who was born in Osun State and will be 23 years old on December 1st, recently made...
Kola Olojede-A Football Enthusiast Kicks Off 8th Edition of Ibro-Peckham Marlians Football Competition
Kola Olojede, a football enthusiast popularly known as K1 in the Ifo community, Ifo local government in Ogun state kicks off the 8th edition of Ibro Peckham Annual football competition, representing the host. Ajax Sporting Club, Obada defeated Sugar FC, Ilepa 3-1 in the opening match with a 2-1 comeback win of Ultimate Bombers of Abeokuta against Bocca FC at...
BBHS Old Boys Shine as Former Students Join Stormers SC for NNL Season
Old Boys of Baptist Boys High School (BBHS), Abeokuta, have every reason to celebrate as two of the school’s outstanding products, Busayo and Taofeek, have officially been registered to play in the Nigeria National League (NNL) with Stormers Sports Club. Busayo, who once captained Nigeria’s National U-15 team, also led Team Nigeria to the maiden Africa Schools Sports Championship in...
Super Falcons Star Folashade Ijamlusi Advocates Investment on Youth Development at Future Starz Championship
Super Falcons star and decorated footballer Folashade Ijamlusi is added her voice to the growing advocacy for youth development at the inaugural Future Starz Championship. The tournament, organized by the Springsoca Football Academy, aims to unearth and showcase football talent within the private school system. Read Also: Nigerian Youngster Obi Onwughalu Joins Adidas After Signing Landmark Deal With Global Sports Brand Ijamlusi,...
Nigerian Youngster Obi Onwughalu Joins Adidas After Signing Landmark Deal With Global Sports Brand
Young Nigerian talent Obi Onwughalu, who plays for the Leicester City Youth team, has signed a major endorsement deal with international sportswear giant Adidas — a defining moment in his blossoming football journey. The promising midfielder, known for his technical ability, vision, and maturity on the ball, sealed the deal in the presence of his proud parents, who were on...
Nigerian heritage Star Destiny Kosiso Signs Landmark Nike Deal After Shining At Barcelona Academy
Nigerian heritage football prodigy Destiny Kosiso has signed a major sponsorship deal with global sports brand Nike — a milestone moment in his fast-rising career. The young attacker, who plays for Barcelona Academy in Spain, has been in dazzling form, earning praise for his creativity, composure, and eye for goal. His consistency in front of goal and natural attacking flair...
Goalkeeper Akuchie Obinna Joins Abakaliki FC After Rivers United Move Collapses
Goalkeeper Akuchie Obinna has completed a move to Abakaliki FC, the Ebonyi State-based side competing in the Nigeria National League (NNL), after his proposed switch to Rivers United fell through during pre-season. The experienced shot-stopper was instrumental in helping Owerri-based Kun Khalifat gain promotion to the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), delivering a string of impressive performances that caught the...
