WAFCON 2026 Qualifiers: Coach Ouzerou Backs Benin Republic Team to Shock Super Falcons
Amazons of Benin Republic head coach, Abdoulaye Ouzerou, has expressed confidence ahead of their clash with Nigeria’s Super Falcons in the WAFCON 2026 qualifiers. Speaking ahead of the much-anticipated showdown, Ouzerou insists that Benin are not afraid of the challenge ahead by the ten-time African champions despite acknowledging the gulf in experience and quality between both sides. The defending champions,...
Sunshine Stars Shine Bright as Gold Cup Heats Up; Lobi Stars Stumble, Crown FC Hit Five
MatchDay 5 of the 13th Gold Cup delivered high drama and thrilling football action, with Sunshine Stars claiming South-West bragging rights and Lobi Stars suffering a shock defeat to keep the semifinal race wide open. At the FC Ebedei Stadium in Apele-Sagamu, Sunshine Stars put on a commanding second-half performance to defeat Sporting Lagos 2–0. Read Also: Nigeria Wins 2025 FC...
Nigeria Wins 2025 FC Bayern Youth Cup World Finals
Nigeria’s youth football team has clinched the 2025 FC Bayern Youth Cup World Finals title after defeating Rwanda 1-0 in a thrilling final. The victory marks Nigeria’s third FC Bayern Youth Cup triumph, making the country the most successful nation in the competition’s history. Read Also: SSA Adeboye Honoured In France, Dedicates Award to Nigeria’s Grassroots Sports Heroes This achievement further underscores...
SSA Adeboye Honoured In France, Dedicates Award to Nigeria’s Grassroots Sports Heroes
The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Grassroots Sports Development, Hon. Adeyinka Adeboye, has been honoured with a prestigious award at the 3rd Edition of the Nigeria-France Sports Awards, held on Monday night at La Maison des Arts, Paris. The colourful ceremony, which celebrated excellence, leadership, and cross-continental collaboration in sports, brought together distinguished guests, members of the Nigerian...
Morocco 2025: Tough Start for Africa as Nigeria, Morocco, Cameroon Struggle in Opening Round of FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup
It was a disappointing opening weekend for Africa at the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco, as Nigeria, Morocco, and Cameroon all suffered defeats in their first group-stage matches. Host nation Morocco began their campaign on a sour note, falling 3-0 to Brazil on Friday, October 17. Read Also: Yahya Ibrahim Voted As NPFL Player of The Month of September The...
Yahya Ibrahim Voted As NPFL Player of The Month of September
Barau FC prodigy, Yayha Ibrahim has been voted as the player of the month of September, 2025 in the Nigeria Premier Football League after impressive performance for the newly promoted Barau FC according to 54footballx. The young and energetic forward scored the first goal for Barau FC in their first NPFL 2025/2026 season. He then scored a brace as the...
Egypt Sweeps 2025 ITTF Africa Championships
Egypt’s dominance in African table tennis was once again on full display at the 2025 ITTF Africa Championships in Tunis, as the Omar Assar and Hana Goda-led squads clinched gold in both the men’s and women’s team events at the eight-day tournament. To retain their title, Egypt’s women’s team swept Uganda 3-0 in the final, while the men’s team overcame...
“Dreams Delayed, Not Denied”: Lagos Table Tennis Star Faith Japheth Battles Odds to Keep Her Passion Alive
Inside the ageing Surulere Community Sports Hall in Lagos, the rhythmic bounce of a ping-pong ball echoes like a heartbeat — the heartbeat of 22-year-old Faith Japheth, a table tennis player who refuses to give up on her dream despite years of struggle. For over a decade, Faith has dedicated her life to table tennis, clinging to hope that one...
2025/2026 NPFL: Top 5 Things to Know from Matchday 9
It was a weekend of shocks, surprises, and standout performances across Matchday 9 of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), as newly promoted sides stole the spotlight while some of the league’s traditional giants faltered. Promoted Teams Shine, Traditional Giants Falter The newly promoted trio of Kun Khalifat FC, Warri Wolves, and Barau FC all recorded impressive victories over established NPFL...
Nigeria Sports Commission Hails Para Powerlifters After Brilliant Outing in Cairo
The Nigeria Sports Commission (NSC) has congratulated the nation’s para powerlifting team following their outstanding performance at the just-concluded World Para Powerlifting Championships in Cairo, Egypt. Team Nigeria impressed once again on the global stage, finishing second overall on the medals table with a total of 20 medals — including 8 gold, 7 silver, and 5 bronze. China narrowly took...
