African football is set for a historic shake-up as the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has confirmed that the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) will move from its long-standing two-year cycle to a four-year format after the 2028 edition. CAF President Patrice Motsepe announced the landmark decision on Saturday,...
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Football enthusiasts in Aba, Abia, have urged the Super Eagles to give the 2025 Africa Cup of National (AFCON) the maximum attention it requires to ensure they do not miss the trophy. Some of them who spoke to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Friday, urged the Super...
The Kano State Government, under the visionary leadership of His Excellency, Engr. Abba Kabir Yusuf, on Wednesday officially unveiled the Cycling Kano 2025 jersey ahead of the highly anticipated cycling event scheduled for Saturday, December 20, reaffirming the administration’s unwavering commitment to sports development, youth engagement, and the promotion...
Paris Saint-Germain’s historic season received global recognition on Tuesday night as FIFA officially unveiled its 2025 The Best Men’s and Women’s 11 at a glittering ceremony in Doha, Qatar. Fresh from winning their first-ever UEFA Champions League title, PSG dominated the men’s selection, with six players from their title-winning...
Football fans planning to experience the 2026 FIFA World Cup have something to smile about as world football’s governing body has announced a new, lower-priced ticket category aimed squarely at loyal supporters. FIFA revealed on Tuesday that it has introduced “Supporter Entry Tier” tickets, priced at $60, following weeks...
Nigeria’s fading hopes of reaching the 2026 FIFA World Cup have received a surprising boost, as DR Congo now face the possibility of sanctions over alleged breaches of FIFA eligibility rules. Fresh reports suggest that DR Congo, who edged the Super Eagles on penalties in November to claim Africa’s...
Super Eagles’ camp in Cairo continues to gather momentum ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, with the arrival of Blackburn Rovers defender Ryan Alebiosu boosting the number of players in camp to 22. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that preparations for Nigeria’s international friendly against...
Matchday 17 of the 2025/2026 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) delivered a mix of goals, grit and tightly contested encounters across the country, as clubs continued their push for vital points in the season. In Aba, Enyimba International FC put on a commanding display, defeating Kwara United FC 3–1...
Football superstar Lionel Messi is set to ignite fresh excitement among Indian fans as he begins a three-day tour of the country with the unveiling of a towering 21-metre statue of himself in Kolkata on Saturday. The monumental iron sculpture, which depicts the Argentine legend lifting the FIFA World...
Manchester City produced a gutsy comeback at the Santiago Bernabéu on Wednesday night, defeating Real Madrid 2–1 in a Champions League clash that has left Xabi Alonso’s future hanging by a thread. With Kylian Mbappé sidelined by knee discomfort, Alonso had to gamble by starting 21-year-old Gonzalo Garcia. Madrid...
Nigeria’s much-anticipated pre-AFCON friendly against Egypt has been pushed back by two days following a new FIFA regulation on player release dates. The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) confirmed the adjustment in a statement issued on Monday by its Director of Communications, Ademola Olajire. The encounter, earlier slated for December...
Ghana’s Black Stars have been handed a heavyweight challenge on the road to the 2026 FIFA World Cup knockout stage, following a tough Group L draw that pits them against England, Croatia and Panama. The draw, conducted at the iconic Kennedy Center in Washington D.C., unveiled the group pairings...
Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has called time on his international career—just weeks before Nigeria kicks off its 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) campaign on December 21. The 31-year-old defender, who has been a pillar in Nigeria’s backline for nearly a decade, made the surprise announcement on Thursday...
Arsenal had to dig deep to avoid a damaging defeat on Sunday, scraping a 1–1 draw against a spirited Chelsea side that played more than 50 minutes with 10 men at Stamford Bridge. The London derby exploded into life midway through the first half when Moises Caicedo was shown...
Team Nigeria enjoyed a rewarding night at the ongoing 6th Islamic Solidarity Games in Riyadh, picking up two more gold medals on Wednesday in wrestling and the women’s 4x100m relay to boost the country’s medal haul. The update was shared in a statement on Thursday by Kola Daniel, Special...
The strong presence of Nigerian players in the Premier League is the result of a combination of historical, cultural, and footballing factors that have evolved over several decades. The 1xBet betting platform also has plenty of wagers on these great players too. Nigeria’s deep connection to English football has...
Benue State Government has assured the fans Lobi Stars FC that the club would soon start playing their home matches in Makurdi, the state’s capital. Speaking with some members of Sport Writers Association (SWAN) in Makurdi, after inspecting the work on the McCarthy stadium, the State Commissioner for Youth,...
Portugal booked their place at the 2026 World Cup in emphatic fashion on Sunday, overwhelming Armenia 9–1 in Porto despite the absence of suspended superstar Cristiano Ronaldo. Bruno Fernandes and Joao Neves stole the show, each delivering a hat-trick as Roberto Martinez’s side stormed to the top of Group...
Former vice president Atiku Abubakar and former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi have lauded Nigeria’s Super Eagles over their 4-1 win over Gabon at the 2026 CAF World Cup playoffs. The game played at the Moulay Hassan Stadium on Thursday saw Nigeria qualify to the final World Cup playoffs...
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated the Super Eagles on their emphatic 4-1 victory over Gabon in today’s FIFA World Cup qualifying Africa Playoff match, describing the performance as a clear expression of the Nigerian character that rises, adapts, and prevails. President Tinubu in a statement on Thursday by...