Tanzania Set to Reunite with Former Boss Nasreddine Nabi as Yanga Move to Replace Romain Folz
Tanzanian giants Young Africans SC (Yanga) are on the verge of bringing back their former coach Nasreddine Nabi as a replacement for recently sacked Frenchman Romain Folz. Reliable reports from within the club indicate that Yanga’s management is in the final stages of negotiations with the Tunisian tactician, with an official announcement expected within the next 48 hours. Read Also: CAF...
CAF Awards 2025: Ademola Lookman Relinquishes Africa’s Best Crown as CAF Names Osimhen, Salah, Hakimi, Seven Others for Player of the Year
Ademola Lookman, last year’s CAF Player of the Year, is set to relinquish his crown as CAF unveils the 10-man shortlist for the 2025 Men’s Player of the Year Award — with Victor Osimhen the only Nigerian making the cut. Lookman, who dazzled at Atalanta last season with a Europa League triumph and a top-four Serie A finish, has been...
Nigerian-Born Chelsea Star Chizzy Ezenwanta, 17, Called Up by England for U17 World Cup in Qatar
Nigerian-born striker Chizzy Ezenwanta, 17, has been officially called up to England’s U17 national team ahead of the 2025 FIFA U17 World Cup in Qatar, which runs from November 3 to 25. The talented Chelsea U18 forward had previously been invited to Nigeria’s U20 camp but was unable to feature before the team traveled to Chile for their recent fixtures. Read...
Port Harcourt to Host 2025 NWFL Annual General Assembly
The Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) has officially announced that its 2025 Annual General Assembly (AGA) will be held in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, on Wednesday, October 29, 2025. Confirming the development, the Chief Operating Officer of the NWFL, Ms. Modupe Shabi, stated that the 2025 AGA will bring together Chairmen and General Managers of NWFL Premiership and Championship clubs,...
Umar Sadiq Poised for Real Sociedad Exit Amid January Transfer Interest
Nigerian international Umar Sadiq could be set for a mid-season move away from Real Sociedad, as reports suggest the forward is on the radar of several La Liga clubs ahead of the January transfer window. According to transfer expert Ekrem Konur, Sadiq’s future in the Basque club appears uncertain, with the 28-year-old struggling for consistent playing time this season. Read Also:...
Nigerian Duo Chinedu Isaiah and Mubarak Suileman Arrive in Italy for UEFA Youth League Clash with Atalanta
Former Right 2 Win Football Academy of Abia State products, Chinedu Isaiah and Mubarak Suileman, have touched down in Italy ahead of Slavia Praha U19’s UEFA Youth League showdown with Atalanta U19. The talented Nigerian youngsters, both graduates of one of the country’s most respected academies, are part of the Czech champions’ travelling squad for the high-stakes encounter in Bergamo...
Coach Henry Abiodun Nominated for SWAN Diamond Jubilee National Award
Nigeria’s experienced football tactician, Coach Henry Abiodun, has been nominated for the prestigious Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) Diamond Jubilee National Award, scheduled to hold later this month in Abuja. The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), in a letter signed by its Secretary-General, Ambassador Ikenna Okonkwo, confirmed the nomination, noting that the honour recognizes the national pride and...
“Plenty of Things to Work On,” Green Falcons Coach Bolu Fagborun Admits as Nigeria Faces Fiji in World Cup Qualifying Playoff
Nigeria Rugby League women’s head coach, Bolu Fagborun, has admitted that there is still plenty of work to be done, despite the Green Falcons’ impressive 10-0 victory over Ireland to book a place in the final of the IRL Women’s World Series The match will also serves as the qualifier for the 2026 Rugby League World Cup in Australia and...
British Nigerian Boxers Okolie, Adeleye to Headline Historic Boxing Night in Lagos
British heavyweight Lawrence Okolie will headline a historic boxing card in Lagos, Nigeria, on December 19, marking his first-ever professional bout on African soil. The 32-year-old former cruiserweight and bridgerweight world champion will feature on the Queensberry Promotions event co-promoted by Frank Warren and Amir Khan, though his opponent is yet to be confirmed. Read Also: Nigeria Champions Dolphins Withdraw Host...
Nigeria Champions Dolphins Withdraw Host Bid as FIBA Africa Zone 3 Shops for New Venue, Blame NBBF’s Ineptitude
Dolphins Basketball Club of Lagos has officially withdrawn its bid to host the 2025 FIBA Africa Zone 3 Women’s Basketball Champions League Africa (WBCLA) Qualifiers, citing the Nigeria Basketball Federation’s (NBBF) failure to provide the required endorsement. The reigning champions of the 2025 Zenith Bank Women’s Premier Basketball League confirmed the decision in a statement signed by club president, Olumide...
