Tough Home Start for Enyimba New Coach Deutsch as He Blasts Kun Khalifat Goalie for Time-Wasting
Enyimba Football Club head coach Emmanuel Deutsch endured a frustrating first home outing as the Aba giants were held to a 1–1 draw by...
NPFL: Azeez Audu Laments Second-Half Lapse in Defeat to Remo Stars
Head coach Azeez Audu has admitted his side lost focus in the second half following Katsina United FC’s defeat to Remo Stars FC in...
Nigeria Set to Host South Africa, Ghana, Sierra Leone in T20I Four-Nation Tourney
Nigeria will take centre stage in women’s cricket later this month as it hosts South Africa, Ghana and Sierra Leone in a four-nation Women’s...
NWFL Premiership Matchday 9: Five Stars Battle for Top Performer Crown
Matchday 9 of the Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) Premiership delivered derby drama, statement victories, and standout individual brilliance as the first round of...
Rangers Neutralised Our Plans – Nasarawa United Coach Mangut Mbwas
Nasarawa United head coach, Mangut Mbwas, admitted his side’s game plan was effectively shut down after a 2–0 defeat to Rangers International FC in...
Chido Obi Suffers Serious Head Injury After Only 10 Seconds Of Action
Manchester United of England youngster, Chidozie-Obi Martin (aka Chido Obi) needed emergency medical attention on Monday night, as he suffered a serious head injury...
Nwaneri Gains Sympathetic Verdict From Olympique Marseille Teammate
Olympique Marseille of France winger, Ethan Nwaneri has gained a sympathetic verdict from one of his teammates, who admitted that the Nigerian-born youngster is...
AFN GOLDEN LEAGUE: Chidera Ezeakor Excels In Men’s 100m, Chinoso Odika Wins Women’s Race
Two fast-rising sprinters, Chidera Ezeakor for the men and Chinoso Courage Odika in the female cadre, set tongues wagging early on the first day...
Badminton Federation President Francis Orbih Pledges: We Are Going To Raise Our Bar
The newly re-elected president of Badminton Federation of Nigeria (BFN), Barrister Francis Orbih has promised that he and his board members will raise the...
NBF Vice-president Omonlei Imadu Speaks Gleefully About ‘New Era In Nigerian Boxing’
The vice-president of Nigeria Boxing Federation (NBF), Omonlei Imadu has spoken gleefully about what he referred to as the beginning of ‘a new era’...
Trabzonspor Confirm Thigh Injury Blow for Nigeria’s Nwaiwu
Turkish top-flight side Trabzonspor have confirmed that Nigerian forward Chibuike Nwaiwu sustained a muscle injury during their league clash against Fatih Karagümrük. READ ALSO: National...
National Boxing Trial Preliminary Bouts to Begin Tuesday
Preliminary bouts of the National Boxing Open Trials for the Commonwealth Games will commence on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, following a full schedule of...
Ebuehi Impresses as Empoli Share Spoils with Cesena
Nigerian defender Tyronne Ebuehi delivered a composed and influential performance as Empoli FC played out a hard-fought draw against Cesena FC at the Stadio...
Late Strike Condemns Pisa to Defeat as Durosinmi Endures Frustrating Night
It was a difficult evening for Rafiu Durosinmi as Pisa SC suffered another setback in the Serie A, falling to a 1–0 defeat against...
‘We Want More Points at the Business End’ – Meremu Okara Renew Push After Derby Win Over Rivers United
Bayelsa United head coach Meremu Okara has admitted relief after his side ground out a hard-fought 1–0 victory over fierce rivals Rivers United, insisting...
We Remain Focused on Winning the League — Rivers United Coach
Head coach Finidi George has reiterated Rivers United’s determination to push on for the league title despite Sunday’s narrow 1–0 defeat to Bayelsa United...
Barau FC Stage Comeback Victory Over Plateau United to Secure Ninth Win of Historic Season
Barau FC continued their impressive debut campaign in the Nigeria Premier Football League with a hard-fought 2–1 comeback victory over Plateau United on Matchday...
Golden League Lights Up Benin as Personal Bests Rain on Opening Day
Benin City came alive with thrilling track and field action on Sunday as the opening day of the AFN Golden League Series produced a...
Nigeria’s First National Boxing Week Offers Side Attractions Outside Roped Square – NBF
Top officials and technical heads of amateur pugilism in Nigeria have provided a strong confirmation that the first ever National Boxing Week in the...
Nnadozie, Ajibade Receive Stern Instructions For Super Falcons’ Second Friendly Versus Cameroon
Super Falcons’ goalkeeper, Chiamaka Nnadozie and the team’s captain, Rasheedat Ajibade have both received stern instructions to ensure they lead a revival for Nigeria...
Troost-Ekong Among Athletes Stranded as Qatar Halts Sports Amid Middle East Military Tensions
Former Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong is among a number of top-flight athletes currently unable to leave Qatar following sweeping security measures triggered by...
Barau FC Makes Peace, Appoints Assaulted Journalist as Coach’s Aide
Barau FC has appointed Freedom Radio journalist, Aminu Halilu Tudun Wada, as Special Assistant on Media to the club’s head coach, in a move...
Francis Orbih Re-Elected President Badminton Federation of Nigeria for aThird Term
Francis Orbih has been re-elected as President of the Badminton Federation of Nigeria for a third consecutive term. Orbih emerged unopposed, securing all 13 votes...
World Rugby Applauds Nigeria’s Growing Global Impact in T1 Rugby
World Rugby has praised Nigeria for its increasing global influence in the development and adoption of T1 Rugby, identifying the country as one of...
Akor Adams Boosts Sevilla’s Revival, Denied Chance Of Last Minute Winner
Sevilla of Spain striker, Akor Adams provided a sparkling performance that helped his side storm from two-goals down to force a draw with Real...
AFN Golden League Begins as 412 Athletes Storm Benin City for Season Opener
The build-up to a demanding athletics season for Team Nigeria shifts into high gear on Monday as the Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) launches...
NPFL: Finidi George Frustrated After Narrow Home Defeat to Bayelsa United
Technical Manager Finidi George cut a disappointed figure following his side’s 1–0 away defeat to Bayelsa United FC, admitting that while the performance was...
UNICAL Political Science Graduate David Akagha Opts For Career In Football Coaching
A graduate of Political Science from the University of Calabar (UNICAL), David Akagha has opted to push his graduate certificate aside and pursue a...
Latifat Musa Picks Croatia’s Luka Modric As Her Biggest Inspiration
A female student in junior secondary class three (JS3) at Iponri Estate High School, Surulere, Lagos, Latifat Musa has surprisingly picked Croatia icon Luka...
Sadiq Umar Wins Crucial Penalty as Valencia Edge Osasuna at Mestalla
Sadiq Umar delivered a strong all-round performance to help Valencia CF secure a narrow but vital 1–0 home victory over CA Osasuna in a...
Moses Simon Stars as Paris FC Secure Gritty Home Win Over Nice
Moses Simon delivered a tireless and influential performance as Paris FC claimed a vital 1–0 victory over OGC Nice in their French Ligue 1...
Divine Chess Academy Proprietor Oluwatobi Bamidele Rates 2026 Championship Best Of All
The proprietor of Divine Chess Academy (DCA), Oluwatobi Bamidele has rated the group’s fourth championship best of all, as it drew an unprecedented haul...
NPFL: Abd’Allah Urges Calm After First Win With Sky Blue Stars
Head coach Usman Abd’Allah has played down excitement following his first victory in charge of Sky Blue Stars, insisting that the team must remain...
Iwobi Credits ‘Strong Groin’ For His Wonder Goal Against Tottenham
Fulham of England star, Alex Iwobi has given credit to what he believes was his ‘strong groin’ that made it possible for him to...
NPFL: Adelowo Reflects on 3SC’s Narrow Victory Over Kano Pillars
Defender Gbolagade Adelowo has shared his thoughts following Shooting Stars SC’s hard-fough 2–1 home win against Kano Pillars FC. Speaking to 3SCfanTV in a post-match...
Yusuf Alli Appeals for Patience as Sports Commission Clears Inherited Debts
Yusuf Alli, Chief Executive Officer of the Elite Athletes Development and Podium Board under the National Sports Commission, has called on Nigerians to exercise...
NPFL: Aweroro Demands Improvement Despite 3SC’s Hard-Fought Win
Head coach Nurudeen Aweroro has called for continued improvement following Shooting Stars SC’s narrow 2–1 victory over visiting Kano Pillars FC. READ ALSO: Tochukwu Nnadi’s...
Tochukwu Nnadi’s Physical Impact Excites Olympique Marseille’s Coach
Olympique Marseille of France midfielder, Tochukwu Nnadi could be heading for busy days ahead of him in the French Ligue 1 club, as the...
Athletics’ Technical Director Gabriel Okon Predicts Impressive Results In AFN Golden League
The technical director of Athletic Federation of Nigeria (AFN), Gabriel Okon has predicted that this year’s Golden League in Benin City, Edo State will...
Yemisi Ogunleye Causes Major Stir With Personal Best In Shot Put
Another female athlete with a Nigerian name has caused a major stir in the global shot-put scene, as Yemisi Ogunleye enacted an early stand-out...
Jessica Oji Smashes Nigerian & African Shot Put Record at Ivy League Championships
Nigerian thrower Jessica Oji delivered a historic performance at the Ivy League Conference Championships, breaking both the Nigerian and African records in the women’s...
Ilechukwu Talks Title Push After Rangers Beat Nasarawa United in Enugu
Head coach Fidelis Ilechukwu has boldly declared Rangers International FC strong contenders for the Nigeria Premier Football League title following their 2–0 home victory...
Iwobi on Fire Again, Bassey Solid as Fulham See Off Spurs
Fulham FC claimed a big home win over Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League, with Nigerian duo Alex Iwobi and Calvin Bassey delivering standout...
Chinedu Isaiah Impresses for Slavia Praha Youth in League Win Over SK Kladno
Former Right 2 Win (Abia State) talent, Chinedu Isaiah, delivered an eye-catching performance for Slavia Praha’s youth side in their 2–1 victory over SK...
Akor Adams & Chidera Ejuke Shine as Sevilla FC Rally to Draw at Real Betis
Akor Adams and Chidera Ejuke were central figures as Sevilla produced a spirited comeback to secure a hard-earned away draw against city rivals Real...
Haruna Hadi Double Fires Remo Stars Back to Winning Ways vs Katsina United
Haruna Hadi was the hero in Ikenne as Remo Stars ended their poor run of form with a crucial home victory over Katsina United,...
Plateau State’s Cricket Team May Lose Its Utility Player to Other States
Plateau State’s cricket team might be on the verge of losing one of its key players to neighbouring Niger, Kwara, or FCT squads, Sports247...
Blessing Akintoye Smashes PB, Storms to 400m & 200m Double at Lone Star Conference Indoor Championships
Blessing Akintoye delivered a dominant double at the Lone Star Conference Indoor Championships, smashing her personal best in the women’s 400m before returning to...
Foreign-Based Boxers Arrive as National Boxing Week Ushers in Commonwealth Games Qualifier
The Nigeria Boxing Federation has confirmed the arrival of several foreign-based Nigerian boxers ahead of the maiden edition of National Boxing Week, as the...
Nigerian Players Need Financial Support To Pay Entry Fees For ITF Tournaments – Saidu Musa
The technical director of Nigeria Tennis Federation (NTF), Saidu Musa has disclosed that the country’s players need financial support to help them pay entry...
