Chinedu Nets Brace as Krylya Sovetov Defeat Dynamo Makhachkala
Nigerian forward Geoffrey Chinedu delivered a standout performance for FC Krylya Sovetov Samara, scoring twice to inspire his side to victory over Dynamo Makhachkala...
Bright Godwin Shines with Match-Winning Assist as FC Vizela Edge FC Felgueiras 1932
Bright Godwin delivered a standout performance to inspire FC Vizela to a crucial 1–0 away victory over FC Felgueiras 1932 in Liga Portugal 2. READ...
Ibrahim Olawoyin Controls Midfield as Çaykur Rizespor Edge Antalyaspor
Ibrahim Olawoyin delivered an influential performance in midfield as Çaykur Rizespor secured a narrow 1–0 home victory over Antalyaspor in their Turkish league encounter. READ...
Olanrewaju Kayode Hits Hat-Trick as Esenler Erokspor Edge Bodrum FK in Seven-Goal Thriller
Nigerian striker Olanrewaju Kayode produced a sensational performance, scoring a hat-trick to inspire Esenler Erokspor to a thrilling 4–3 away victory over Bodrum FK...
Great To Have Him Back!’ Jakirovic Praises Ajayi After Injury Return
Head coach of Hull City, Sergej Jakirovic, has praised Nigerian defender Semi Ajayi following his return from injury during the club’s recent fixture. Ajayi made...
‘Our Fans Were Incredible!’ Osimhen Delighted After Derby Winner Against Beşiktaş
Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has expressed delight after scoring the decisive goal that secured a 1–0 victory for Galatasaray over fierce rivals Beşiktaş...
‘147 Boxers, Zero Controversy!’ Olopade Hails Transparent Commonwealth Games Boxing Trials
Director-General of the National Sports Commission, Bukola Olopade, has commended the Nigeria Boxing Federation for organising what he described as a transparent and controversy-free...
‘Thank God for This Victory!’ Ajisola Khadijat Triumphs in 57kg at Commonwealth Games Boxing Trials
Nigerian boxer Ajisola Khadijat has expressed gratitude after emerging winner of the 57kg category at the Commonwealth Games National Open Boxing Trials, describing the...
Sweet Revenge! Patricia Mbata Floors Orakwe to Win Gold at Commonwealth Games Boxing Trials
Nigerian elite boxer Patricia Mbata has expressed delight after clinching gold in the 70kg category at the Commonwealth Games National Open Boxing Trials held...
Akuh Purity Targets Olympic Qualification Through Ranking Series
National wrestling coach Akuh Purity has revealed that he and his athletes are intensifying preparations in a bid to secure qualification for the next...
Newcastle Hosts Barcelona in CL Last 16
Nine years ago Newcastle were contending with Barnsley. Championship football, 46-game slog, promotion party in May 2017. Now Eddie Howe’s side take on Barcelona in...
Ayomide Wahab gears up to shine as Turkish U-19 League resumes
Nigerian striker Ayomide Wahab has reiterated his commitment to continue shinning for Turkish club Igdir F.K's Under-19 side. Joining the club in January from SCL...
MD/CEO Nilayo Sports Management Ltd., Mrs. Yetunde Olopade Applauds Bayelsa Government’s Investment to Sports Development
The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Nilayo Sports Management Limited, Mrs. Yetunde Olopade, has commended the Government of Bayelsa State for its...
Governor Okpebholo’s Reception Of Team Edo Is For Appreciation, Motivation, Encouragement – Enabulele
The chairman of Edo State Sports Commission, Honourable Desmond Enabulele has described the upcoming reception of their Niger Delta Games winning contingent by the...
Ikeja Division Football Association Super League Begins On April 2nd
This year’s edition of Ikeja Division Super League is scheduled to begin on Thursday, April 2nd at various venues across the jurisdiction, with a...
Maro Itoje’s Yellow Card Highlights England’s Rugby Team’s Loss To Italy
England’s Nigerian-born rugby team captain, Maro Itoje was one of the major culprits in his side’s loss to Italy at the Six Nations Series,...
Nigerian Social Media Influencer ‘KSI’ Wins First Match After Buying English Club
England-based Nigerian social media influencer, Olajide Olayinka Williams Olatunji (aka KSI) celebrated his recent purchase of lower division side, Dagenham & Redbridge with victory...
Eberechi Eze Reveals: I’m Trying To Perform In Every Single Game
Arsenal’s Nigerian-born dazzler, Eberechi Eze is still basking in the euphoria of his stunning goal for The Gunners in Saturday’s FA Cup victory over...
Osun to Host Nigeria Table Tennis Elites in April
Osun to host Nigeria’s table tennis elite from April 12 to April 17, 2026, the ancient town of Otan Ayegbaju will once again pulse...
NBF Lists 20 Boxers for Commonwealth Games Camping, Targets 10 Medals in Glasgow 2026
The Nigeria Boxing Federation (NBF) has unveiled a list of 20 boxers for the final phase of trials ahead of the 2026 Commonwealth Games,...
Ojoducity FC Arrive in Italy for Prestigious Viareggio Cup
Lagos-based youth side Ojoducity FC have officially arrived in Viareggio, Italy, ahead of their participation in the renowned Viareggio Cup youth football tournament. The Nigerian...
NAFED National Open Championship Gathers Momentum as States, Clubs Register
The build-up to the highly anticipated National Archery Open Championship organised by the Nigeria Archery Federation (NAFED) is gathering significant momentum, as several states...
Eniola Bolaji: The Quiet Enigma Shaking the World Para Badminton Arena
Nigeria continues to make remarkable strides on the international sporting stage, and at the forefront of this growing recognition in para sports is para...
Iwobi, Chukwueze, Bassey Crash Out of FA Cup as Fulham Fall to Southampton
Super Eagles trio Alex Iwobi, Samuel Chukwueze and Calvin Bassey have been eliminated from the FA Cup after Fulham F.C. suffered a 1–0 defeat...
Super Eagles Forward Salim Faggo Scores Again as Viktoria Plzeň Cruise Past Hradec Králové
Super Eagles forward Salim Faggo Lawal returned to the scoresheet as Viktoria Plzeň secured a convincing 3–0 victory over FC Hradec Králové in their...
NPFL: Ikorodu City FC’s Bright Ozebagbe Reflects as Oga Boys Slip Further in NPFL Title Race
Ikorodu City FC Coach Bright Ozebagbe has reflected on his side’s recent struggles after the Lagos-based club suffered another setback in the 2025/26 Nigeria...
NPFL: Nasarawa United Coach Mangut Explains How Solid Miners “Demystified” Ikorodu City as Oga Boys Suffer Title Chase Setback
Nasarawa United head coach Mangut Mbwas has explained how his side successfully “demystified” Ikorodu City FC following their hard-fought victory in the Nigeria Premier...
Rivers United, Rangers Win Big as NPFL Title Race Hots Up, Remo Stars Stumble Again
The battle for the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) title intensified on Sunday as Rivers United and Enugu Rangers recorded emphatic victories, while Remo...
‘We Are Ready to Fight’ — Osimhen Opens Up Ahead of Liverpool Clash in UEFA Champions League Round of 16
Nigeria international Victor Osimhen has expressed confidence and determination ahead of Galatasaray’s UEFA Champions League Round of 16 showdown with Liverpool, insisting his side...
Team 33 Kicks Off Live Coverage of Nigeria National League (NNL)
Team 33 Production has officially commenced live broadcast of the Nigeria National League (NNL), signalling the first major milestone in the partnership between Toptier...
AUSC Region 2 Signs Partnership Agreement with ASKY Airlines as Official Airline Partner
The African Union Sports Council Region 2 (AUSC Region 2) is pleased to announce a strategic partnership agreement with ASKY Airlines, designating the airline...
NSC Rewards Young Talents as Part of Grassroots Development Drive – Olopade
Director General of the National Sports Commission, Bukola Olopade, has revealed that the commission has introduced a new initiative aimed at rewarding young athletes...
Poor Preparation Could Limit D’Tigress at World Cup Qualifiers – Owolabi
Head coach of MFM Women's Basketball Team, Ochuko Owolabi, has cautioned that expectations should be modest for Nigeria’s women’s national basketball team ahead of...
Ogunade: World Cup Qualifiers Will Help Strengthen D’Tigress Squad
Vice President of the Nigeria Basketball Federation, Babatunde Ogunade, says the upcoming FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup Qualifying Tournament 2026 in France will provide...
Orbih Promises Greater Responsibility After Renewed Support for Badminton Development
President of the Badminton Federation of Nigeria, Francis Orbih, has said the strong support he continues to receive from stakeholders places a greater responsibility...
Akor Adams Dreams of Playing For Manchester United
Nigerian forward Akor Adams has revealed that one of his biggest career ambitions is to play for Manchester United, describing the Premier League giants...
Mikel Suggests Ancelotti as Ideal Candidate for Manchester United Job
Former Super Eagles captain John Obi Mikel has suggested that experienced Italian manager Carlo Ancelotti could be the right man to take charge of...
NBBF Will Respect FIBA Verdict on Tenure Dispute — Musa Kida
President of the Nigeria Basketball Federation, Musa Kida, has assured stakeholders that his board will respect whatever decision is reached by the global governing...
De Legacy Sports Supporters Club Unveils Constitution During BOT Meeting
De Legacy Sports Supporters Club of Nigeria took another step forward on Saturday, with the official unveiling of their constitution and handbook, Sports247 reports. Secretary-general...
“I Just Wanted to Help My Team Win” — Winner David Reacts After Hat-Trick Earns NWFL Matchday 9 Top Performer Award
Winner David has expressed delight after being voted the Top Performer of Matchday 9 in the Nigeria Women Football League Premiership, following her outstanding...
Francis Uzoho Keeps Clean Sheet as AC Omonia Nicosia Strengthen Title Push
Super Eagles goalkeeper Francis Uzoho produced a solid display between the posts as AC Omonia Nicosia secured a comfortable 2–0 victory over Omonia Aradippou...
Emmanuel Amuneke: “The NNL Is Very Tough” After Heartland FC Defeat Smart City FC
Heartland head coach Emmanuel Amuneke has described the Nigeria National League (NNL) as highly competitive following his side’s 3–1 victory over Smart City FC...
Emmanuel Ogbole Late Winner Ends US Monastir Six-Year Home Run
Emmanuel Ogbole produced a dramatic late moment to hand CS Sfaxien a famous away victory over US Monastir, scoring the decisive goal that ended...
12-Year-Old Uyaiabasi Okon Targets 200m Redemption After 400m Silver at MTN CHAMPS Calabar
Junior secondary school athlete Uyaiabasi Okon has expressed determination to bounce back stronger after claiming a silver medal in the Cadet Girls’ 400m at...
Miracle Ezechukwu Qualifies for World U20 Championships, Claims Double Gold at MTN CHAMPS Calabar
N-Youth athlete Miracle Ezechukwu delivered an outstanding performance at the MTN CHAMPS meet in Calabar, qualifying for the World U20 Championships in her first...
Rebecca Enilolobo Targets Improvement After Silver at MTN CHAMPS Calabar
Beacon Power Services (BPS) athlete Rebecca Enilolobo has vowed to return stronger after finishing with a silver medal in the Youth Girls’ 100m at...
Nnamdi Onwaeze Opens Outdoor Season with 100m Heat Win at Beach Opener
Reigning Nigerian national champion in the 110m hurdles, Nnamdi Onwaeze, made a positive start to his outdoor campaign with a victory in Heat 3...
Lagos FA State League Announces Timeline for 2025/2026 Season
The Lagos State Football Association State League Management Committee has announced the timeline for the 2025/2026 season following its meeting on Saturday. According to the...
‘Women Are Pillars of Our Nation’s Strength’ — SSA Adeboye Celebrates International Women’s Day
The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Grassroots Sports Development, Hon. Adeyinka Anthony Adeboye, has joined millions across the world in celebrating International...
NPFL: Wikki Tourists Rally to Defeat El-Kanemi Warriors as Remo Stars Seek Crucial Points in Enugu on Matchday 29
Matchday 29 of the 2025/26 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season kicked off with an entertaining clash in Bauchi, where Wikki Tourists staged a...
