Events & Tournaments

Bayelsa Queens reignited their Super Six qualification hopes with an emphatic 5-1 victory over Benue Queens in the NWFL Premiership on January 29, 2025, at the Lafia City Stadium. Amblessed Ogbonnaya led the charge with a brace, while Chinwe Akabike, Vera Samuel, and Rita Uduakabong also found the back of the net in a dominant […]

Ethan Nwaneri delivered an electrifying performance to earn Player of the Match as Arsenal secured a 2-1 comeback win against Girona on UEFA Champions League matchday 8. Nwaneri, at just 17 years and 314 days, became the second-youngest Englishman to score in the competition, following Jude Bellingham’s record at 17 years and 289 days. Girona

Defending champions of the Nigeria Women Football League NWFL, Edo Queens, are set to continue their strong start to the 2024/25 season as they take on Remo Stars Ladies in a matchday 3 encounter. The highly anticipated clash will be played under the floodlights at the Dr Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City, kicking off

Samuel Chukwueze made a remarkable return from injury, scoring a last minute winner to secure AC Milan’s thrilling 3-2 victory over Parma at the San Siro on Sunday. The Nigerian winger, sidelined since December 2024 with a left biceps femoris injury, came off the bench in the 57th minute, replacing Youssouf Fofana. The match climaxed

Fulham defender Calvin Bassey expressed disappointment after the Cottagers fell to a narrow 1-0 defeat against Manchester United at Craven Cottage. Despite dominating possession and creating multiple chances, Fulham failed to capitalise on their opportunities. A late goal from Argentina international Lisandro Martínez sealed the win for Manchester United. Reflecting on the match, Bassey shared

William Troost-Ekong played a pivotal role in Al Kholood’s 2-1 victory against Al Raed in the Saudi League on Saturday. The win marked a return to form for Al Kholood, who entered the match following a defeat, while Al Raed had also been struggling with three consecutive losses. The visitors took the lead in the

Southampton manager Ivan Juric has explained his decision to start Nigerian international Paul Onuachu in their Premier League clash against Newcastle United at St. Mary’s Stadium. Despite Onuachu opening the scoring, Southampton fell to a 3-1 defeat, complicating their battle to avoid relegation. Juric defended his choice to start Onuachu, citing the striker’s improved form

Remo Ladies FC of Ikenne are setting their sights on a crucial victory over defending champions Edo Queens in their Nigeria Women Football League NWFL clash on Wednesday. The game, set to take place in Benin City, could provide early bragging rights in the title race as both teams vie for dominance this season. Remo

The Edo State Football Association has announced that the draws for the 2025 FA Cup, Nigeria’s oldest football competition, will take place on Wednesday, January 29, 2025. The event will be held at the media centre of the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City, beginning at noon. Fred Newton Erhunmwunse, Chairman of the Edo Football

The 2025 President Federation Cup has officially commenced with state level preliminaries starting on Monday. The Nigeria Football Federation NFF Competitions Department has mandated that all final state matches be concluded by February 22 or 23, 2025, unless special approval is obtained. Strict penalties have been outlined to ensure compliance. State FAs failing to meet