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Nwabali & Bamaiyi Earn Spots on 2025 CAF Awards Nomination List

Nwabali & Bamaiyi Earn Spots on 2025 CAF Awards Nomination List

Nigerian goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali and defender Daniel Bameyi have been included among the shortlisted nominees for the 2025 Confederation of African Football (CAF) Awards. Nwabali, who has been a steady presence for the Super Eagles and his club, was named as a contender for the Men’s Goalkeeper of the Year. His performances this season including […]

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Okoronkwo Celebrates NSL Title Win with AFC Toronto

Okoronkwo Celebrates NSL Title Win with AFC Toronto

Super Falcons forward Esther Okoronkwo could barely hide her delight after helping AFC Toronto clinch the inaugural National Super League (NSL) Supporters’ Shield. AFC Toronto secured the title following a hard-fought 2–1 victory over Montreal Roses. Okoronkwo provided the decisive assist for the winner scored by Nikayla Small just three minutes from time. Reflecting on

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Ndidi Appointed Vice-Captain at BeÅŸiktaÅŸ J.K.

Ndidi Appointed Vice-Captain at BeÅŸiktaÅŸ J.K.

Nigeria international midfielder Wilfred Ndidi has been appointed as the vice-captain of Turkish giants Beşiktaş, following a decision by club president Serdal Adalı and the board of directors. In the official announcement, Beşiktaş confirmed that Ndidi joins Orkun Kökçü as part of the leadership team: Kökçü will serve as first-captain, while Ndidi is named second

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Okoronkwo Named AFC Toronto’s September Player of the Month

Okoronkwo Named AFC Toronto’s September Player of the Month

Esther Okoronkwo has earned the AFC Toronto Player of the Month accolade for September, Completesports reports. The Nigeria international delivered an impressive showing for Marko Milanović’s side over the month. She scored four goals and provided two assists across four appearances during the period under review. Her goals came in key fixtures she netted the winner

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Mikel & Babayaro Return to Stamford Bridge in Legends Defeat to Liverpool

Mikel & Babayaro Return to Stamford Bridge in Legends Defeat to Liverpool

It was a night drenched in nostalgia at Stamford Bridge as former Super Eagles stars John Obi Mikel and Celestine Babayaro donned the Chelsea legends kit once more. The pair were part of a star-studded line-up that came close but ultimately fell 1-0 to Liverpool Legends in a tightly contested charity match. Mikel who spent

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‘Your Place Is in the Kitchen’ — Ashleigh Plumptre Fires Back at Sexist Jab Online

‘Your Place Is in the Kitchen’ — Ashleigh Plumptre Fires Back at Sexist Jab Online

Super Falcons defender Ashleigh Plumptre has publicly responded to an Instagram user who attempted to diminish women’s football with a sexist remark. The incident unfolded beneath a post by the official Saudi Women’s Premier League account, which celebrated Plumptre and her Al-Ittihad Ladies teammate Lina Boussaha’s impressive displays in the Saudi top flight. The post

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Efe Aghama Ranked Fifth-Best Dribbler Globally with 6.45 Rating

Efe Aghama Ranked Fifth-Best Dribbler Globally with 6.45 Rating

Nigerian footballer Efe Aghama has been recognised as the fifth-best dribbler in the world, earning a dribbling rating of 6.45. This accolade highlights his exceptional ball control and agility on the field. Aghama’s ability to manoeuvre past defenders with ease has garnered attention from football analysts and fans alike. Currently playing for Cádiz CF, Aghama’s

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Chiamaka Nnadozie Tops WSL Saves, Matches Man Utd and Villa Keepers

Chiamaka Nnadozie Tops WSL Saves, Matches Man Utd and Villa Keepers

Brighton and Hove Albion’s Nigerian goalkeeper, Chiamaka Nnadozie, has emerged as a standout performer in the Women’s Super League (WSL) this season. Since joining the Seagulls in the summer following her departure from Paris FC, Nnadozie has made a significant impact, leading the league with 22 saves. Her save rate stands at an impressive 85%,

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Abiodun Wins NWSL Assist of the Week After Stellar Setup

Abiodun Wins NWSL Assist of the Week After Stellar Setup

Washington Spirit midfielder Deborah Abiodun has earned the Assist of the Week award in the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL). The 21 year old set up Rosemonde Kouassi’s goal to give her side the lead in their match against San Diego. Washington Spirit eventually claimed a 2‑1 victory in a tightly contested game. Abiodun had

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Osimhen Celebrates Daughter’s 3rd Birthday

Osimhen Celebrates Daughter’s 3rd Birthday

Victor Osimhen, the Super Eagles striker currently with Galatasaray, celebrated his daughter Hailey True’s third birthday with a heartfelt message on Instagram. In his post, Osimhen described Hailey as “the light that brightens my world and the sweetest blessing God has given me.” He expressed how every smile, laugh, and hug from her fills him

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