Nigeria kicked off the 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo with a stellar performance, as sprinters Kayinsola Ajayi and Israel Okon Sunday secured spots in the men’s 100m semifinals. Making his championship debut, 21-year-old Ajayi ran a personal best of 9.88 seconds, finishing second in his heat behind South...
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Football fans voiced deep concerns on Wednesday over Nigeria’s faltering FIFA 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign following a 1-1 draw against South Africa, which has jeopardized the Super Eagles’ chances of securing a spot in the tournament. Speaking to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), Damilola Idris, a data...
Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has publicly rejected a post-match statement that singled out Super Eagles players Cyriel Dessers and captain William Troost-Ekong for criticism following the team’s 1-1 draw against South Africa in a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier. The statement, attributed to NFF’s Director of Communications, Ademola Olajire,...
In a tense 2026 World Cup qualifier in Bloemfontein, Nigeria’s Super Eagles were held to a 1-1 draw by South Africa, dealing a significant blow to their hopes of reaching the tournament. An own goal by captain William Troost-Ekong and a spirited equalizer from Calvin Bassey defined a match...
Football enthusiasts in Lagos shared varied sentiments on Monday about Nigeria’s prospects for qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, as the Super Eagles face a critical match against South Africa. In interviews with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), fans expressed uncertainty about Nigeria’s chances, given the team’s...
Carlos Alcaraz outlasted Jannik Sinner in a thrilling four-set battle on September 7, 2025, to claim the US Open title and reclaim the world No. 1 ranking, while former President Donald Trump’s appearance sparked a mixed reaction of boos and cheers from the New York crowd. The 22-year-old Spaniard...
Nigeria’s Super Eagles star forward Victor Osimhen has been officially sidelined for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against South Africa’s Bafana Bafana, dealing a significant setback to the Super Eagles’ campaign. The Galatasaray ace, who has been a key figure in Nigeria’s attack, picked up an injury...
Rwandan Head Coach, Adel Amrouche, has expressed sadness over his team’s loss to the Super Eagles of Nigeria in the 2026 World Cup Qualifiers played at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo on Saturday. The News Agency of Nigeria ( NAN) reports that the Super Eagles defeated Rwanda...
Nigeria’s Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle, voiced his satisfaction with the team’s hard-fought win over Rwanda’s Amavubi in a crucial World Cup qualifier held in Uyo. Chelle shared these thoughts during his post-match press conference at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium on Saturday. He highlighted his contentment with...
In a tense 2026 World Cup qualifier, Tolu Arokodare’s spectacular 51st-minute volley secured a vital 1-0 victory for Nigeria’s Super Eagles against a stubborn Rwanda side at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium. The Wolves striker’s acrobatic finish ensured Nigeria’s second win in the qualification campaign, propelling them to second in...
Nigeria’s Women’s Premier League champions, Bayelsa Queens, secured their spot in the CAF Women’s Champions League WAFU B qualifiers final with a hard-fought victory. On Tuesday in Yamoussoukro, Côte d’Ivoire, the Nigerian team triumphed over Burkina Faso’s USFA with a 2-1 scoreline. USFA struck first, as Comfort Yeboah found...
Manchester City announced the acquisition of Italian goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma from Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) on Tuesday, following the departure of their long-time goalkeeper Ederson to Fenerbahce. The 26-year-old Donnarumma, who signed a five-year contract for a reported £26 million ($35 million), will don the number 99 jersey at the...
Super Eagles’ training camp in Ikot Ikpene has welcomed 13 players as Nigeria ramps up preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and South Africa, according to team media officer Promise Efoghe. On Tuesday, nine additional players—Alex Iwobi, Calvin Bassey, Fisayo Dele-Bashiru, Ola Aina, Bright Osayi-Samuel,...
English Premier League (EPL) champions Liverpool have agreed a £35 million ($47.28 million) deal for Crystal Palace and England centre back Marc Guehi, British media reported on Monday. The reports said Palace captain Guehi, who scored in Sunday’s 3-0 win at Aston Villa, was undergoing a medical in London...
Morocco secured their record third African Nations Championship (CHAN) title on Saturday as Oussama Lamlioui’s late strike grabbed a dramatic 3-2 final victory over Madagascar in Nairobi. Felicite Manohatsoa’s long-range strike gave first-time finalists Madagascar a surprise lead in the ninth minute. But Youssef Mehri broke clear of the...
Senegal clinched third place at the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) by defeating Sudan 4-2 in a penalty shootout after a gripping 1-1 draw on Friday at Mandela National Stadium in Kampala. The defending champions rebounded from their semi-final penalty defeat to Morocco, securing consecutive podium finishes at CHAN....
THE hope and aspiration of youngsters to eek a living and make a career out of the game of football, has been rekindled with the admission of more talents into the Agada United Football Club. According to the youthful coach and team manager of the Lagos-based football club, Emmanuel...
By EMMANUEL KUJE, Abuja- Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has unveiled the final 23-man roster for the Super Eagles, featuring captain William Troost-Ekong and forward Victor Osimhen, as they gear up for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and South Africa. According to the NFF’s announcement on Friday...
UEFA Champions League (UCL) draw on Thursday set the stage for thrilling encounters in the revamped league phase, with defending champions Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) pitted against powerhouses Bayern Munich and Barcelona. The expanded 36-team format, introduced last season, promises intense competition across eight matchdays. PSG’s challenging slate includes Tottenham...
The lineup for this season’s UEFA Champions League phase is finalized, with 36 top-tier clubs ready for the official draw in Monaco on Thursday. Teams are organized into four seeding pots determined by their UEFA club coefficients. Each club will compete against two teams from each pot, with one...