Events & Tournaments

Nigerian forward Tolu Arokodare earned praise from Wolverhampton Wanderers boss Vítor Pereira after his performance in Wolves’ 2-0 defeat to Newcastle United. Pereira commended Arokodare, saying: “He did well,” pointing out that the striker’s pressing and physical presence added value to the team’s attack, even in a disappointing result. Despite the scoreline, Arokodare impressed with […]

The Super Eagles will take on Venezuela in an international friendly at Houston’s Shell Energy Stadium on Friday, November 14. The match Nigeria’s first outing at the Houston venue serves as part of the team’s final preparations ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. This will be a rematch of the sides’

A legendary 196 year old giant tortoise from Zanzibar’s Prison Island has captured attention by predicting Nigeria will score two goals against South Africa in their World Cup qualifier. The giant reptile, believed to be one of the oldest living creatures on earth, is famed for its symbolic role in local culture and is often

Nigerian defender Nduka Junior officially made his first appearance for Erbil FC on Thursday, coming on at half-time in a friendly that ended in a 0-0 draw. The outing marked the Super Eagles B captain’s maiden match since his unveiling earlier in the week following the completion of medicals. The 23 year old joined Erbil

Super Falcons midfielder Deborah Abiodun marked her CONCACAF Champions Cup debut with a thunderous strike for Washington Spirit, helping the side to a resounding win on home turf in Washington. Such impactful debuts carry weight. They speak of readiness, of poise when the spotlight shines brightest. By turning her first Champions Cup appearance into a

It was a weekend of contrasting emotions for Nigerian stars in the UEFA Women’s Champions League, with Joy Omewa’s brilliance firing Fortuna Hjørring ahead, Anam Imo’s strike falling short for Rosengard, and Rinsola Babajide adding flair to Roma’s dominant display. Omewa delivered the decisive moment in Denmark, netting the only goal in Fortuna’s tense 1-0

Super Eagles forwards Moses Simon and Paul Onuachu both found the net for their European clubs on Sunday, 31 August 2025. Simon, recently signed by newly promoted Paris FC, shone brightly at the Stade Jean-Bouin. He struck and assisted in a dramatic 3–2 triumph over Metz. Initially, Sadibou Sane put Metz ahead, but Ilan Kebbal

Bayelsa Queens continue their quest for the top spot in Group B of the WAFU B CAF Women’s Champions League qualifiers when they face off against Benin Republic’s Sam Nelly FC later today. The Nigerian champions arrive buoyant, firmly holding the lead in their group as the final group-stage match approaches. Sitting comfortably at the

Nigerian duo Fisayo Dele-Bashiru and Chidozie Awaziem endured a tough weekend in Europe as Lazio and Nantes both fell to defeats in their respective leagues. Dele-Bashiru was handed a start for Lazio but could not prevent the Serie A side from slipping to a 2–1 loss against Torino. The former Flying Eagles midfielder worked hard

In an emotional start to the NPFL season, Rivers United’s Aniekeme Okon reflected on his celebration following his goal against former club Remo Stars an early header in their 1–1 draw at the MKO Abiola Stadium in Abeokuta. Okon’s glancing header in just the third minute, assisted by Timothy Zachariah, put Rivers United ahead. Remo