Tanzania’s Twiga Stars Set for Crucial WAFCON Qualifier Against Ethiopia
Dar es Salaam — The Tanzanian women’s national team (Twiga Stars) is intensifying preparations ahead of their WAFCON qualifier against Ethiopia, scheduled for October 22, 2025, at the Azam Complex, Chamazi. Head coach Bakari Shime has expressed confidence in his squad’s readiness, noting that preparations are going smoothly and the team is fully focused on securing victory at home. Read Also:...
Tanzania’s Singida Black Stars Set for CAF Confederation Cup Clash in Burundi
Dar es Salaam — Tanzania’s Singida Black Stars have departed for Burundi ahead of their CAF Confederation Cup encounter against Flambeau du Centre, scheduled for Sunday, October 19, 2025, at 10 p.m. Head Coach Miguel Gamondi has expressed confidence in his team’s readiness, promising a strong performance while acknowledging the challenge of playing away from home. Read Also: Yanga Princess Confident...
Yanga Princess Confident Ahead of New Women’s Premier League Season
Dar es Salaam — Yanga Princess, under the guidance of head coach Edna Lema, have intensified their preparations for the upcoming Women’s Premier League season, set to kick off next month. Coach Lema expressed strong confidence in her squad’s ability to challenge for the title, emphasizing the quality and balance of the players signed during the transfer window. Read Also: Okpara...
Okpara Cautions Super Eagles Ahead of Tough World Cup Playoffs
Former Nigerian international Godwin Okpara has warned that the Super Eagles face a difficult path in the upcoming World Cup playoffs, urging the team to stay focused and prepared for any opponent. Okpara said while Nigeria’s qualification for the playoffs is commendable, the real challenge begins now. “The playoffs are never easy. Every team that gets here deserves to be...
ITTF Africa: Team Nigeria others qualify For World Team Table Tennis Championship London 2026
African table tennis powerhouses Egypt, Nigeria, Tunisia, and Algeria have officially booked their places at the 2026 ITTF World Team Championships, London 2026 on Friday . These countries booked their places following dominant performances in their respective groups at the ongoing 2025 ITTF Africa Championships in Tunis. Read Also: Nigeria Rise in Latest FIFA Rankings Egypt was the first men’s team to...
Rivers United Coach Olanrewaju Targets Strong CAF Champions League Start
Rivers United head coach Yemi Olanrewaju says his team is focused on getting off to a strong start in the CAF Champions League as they prepare to face Mozambican side Black Bulls this weekend. Speaking ahead of the tie, Olanrewaju said he is “partially familiar” with the Black Bulls squad, having faced them last year, but admitted that some changes...
Nigeria Rise in Latest FIFA Rankings
Nigeria’s Super Eagles have climbed four places in the latest FIFA Men’s World Rankings, released on Friday, 17 October moving up to 41st position globally. The improvement comes after a spell of good results during the period under review especially the back to back victories against Lesotho and Benin Republic at the FIFA 2026 World Cup qualifying series. Read Also: Oboabona:...
Vanzekin Urges Nwabali to Stay Focused and Learn from Mistakes
Former Nigerian goalkeeper Ambrose Vanzekin has advised Super Eagles shot-stopper Stanley Nwabali to remain focused and not be discouraged by recent mistakes in goal. Vanzekin, who represented Nigeria at youth and senior levels, said that errors are part of a goalkeeper’s learning curve but the key is to respond positively. “Mistakes happen in football, especially for goalkeepers,” he said. Read Also:...
Oboabona: Osimhen’s Leadership Key as Super Eagles Eye Playoff Glory
Former Super Eagles defender Godfrey Oboabona has backed Nigeria to overcome their upcoming World Cup playoff test, insisting that the team’s quality and mentality give them an edge over any opponent on the continent. Speaking after the conclusion of the group stage, Oboabona admitted that the playoffs will present a fresh challenge but expressed confidence that the Super Eagles have...
Agu Urges Focus as Super Eagles March Toward World Cup Playoffs
Former Super Eagles international Alloy Agu has praised Nigeria’s resurgence and determination as the team sealed qualification for the FIFA World Cup playoffs. Speaking after the international window, Agu commended the players for rediscovering their rhythm and responding to pressure with character and purpose. Read Also: Favour Rhema Vows Nigeria’s Green Falcons Are Ready to Conquer World Rugby Series in Canada He...
