Tanzania’s Twiga Stars defeat Ethiopia 2-0 to edge closer to 2026 WAFCON qualification
Dar es Salaam – Tanzania’s Women’s National Football Team, Twiga Stars, took a major step toward qualifying for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) after securing an impressive 2–0 victory over Ethiopia in the first leg played at the Azam Complex in Dar es Salaam. The hosts dominated the encounter from start to finish, showing composure, tactical discipline,...
Tanzania’s Shomari Kapombe nominated for 2025 CAF African Player of the Year award
Dar es Salaam – Tanzania’s Shomari Kapombe, captain of Simba SC, has been named among the nominees for the 2025 CAF African Player of the Year award, marking a proud milestone for Tanzanian football. The veteran right-back, who also stars for the Tanzania national team, Taifa Stars, joins an elite list of contenders that includes Ismail Belkasemi, Blati Touré, Issoufou...
2026 Women’s AFCON Race: Super Falcons seek comfortable win over Bénin’s Amazons
The 25,000 -capacity Stade de Kégué in the Togolese capital, Lomè is venue for Friday’s 2026 Women Africa Cup of Nations final qualifying fixture, first leg match between 10-time champions Nigeria and their Bèninoise counterparts, known as Amazons, with the Cup holders seeking a comfortable win that will render the return leg in Nigeria on Tuesday a mere formality. Head...
FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup Morocco 2025: Flamingos lose by the odd goal to France
The hopes of Nigeria’s U17 girls, Flamingos, advancing to the knockout stages of the ongoing FIFA U17 Women's World Cup in Morocco became slim on Wednesday night, following the team's 0-1 reverse against France – its second loss in as many games. Both teams played conservatively and created few chances in the first 45 minutes, defending robustly, with Nigeria making...
Wilfred Ndidi Opens His Goal Account For Besiktas
Super Eagles midfielder Wilfred Ndidi netted his first-ever goal for Besiktas as they cruised to a 2–0 victory over Konyaspor in the Turkish Super League. The Nigerian powerhouse opened the scoring in the 21st minute, rising highest to meet a perfectly delivered corner kick and burying a powerful header into the back of the net. Read Also: Sydney Olympic Champion Enefiok...
Sydney Olympic Champion Enefiok Udo-Obong Named CAA Technical Official of the Year 2025
Sydney Olympic Games gold medalist Enefiok Udo-Obong has been honored by the Confederation of African Athletics (CAA) as the Technical Official of the Year 2025. The Nigerian sprint legend, who serves as a distinguished sports administrator, earned the recognition following his outstanding performance as Technical Director at the 3rd African U18 and U20 Combined Athletics Championships held in Abeokuta, Nigeria,...
Osimhen can’t stop scoring as Galatasaray beat Bodø/Glimt 3–1 in the UEFA Champions League
Victor Osimhen’s sensational scoring form continued on Wednesday night as the Nigerian striker struck twice to help Galatasaray secure a 3–1 victory over Bodø/Glimt in the UEFA Champions League group stage in Istanbul. The Super Eagles forward opened the scoring in the 3rd minute before adding a second in the 33rd, showcasing his trademark power, composure, and clinical finishing. Read Also:...
Victor Moses in Advanced Talks for MLS Move to New York Red Bulls
Former Super Eagles winger Victor Moses is on the verge of a new career chapter, with reports indicating he is in advanced negotiations to join Major League Soccer (MLS) outfit New York Red Bulls. The 34-year-old became a free agent after mutually parting ways with Luton Town last summer, and sources close to his management team, ROOF, have confirmed that...
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...
