Events and Tournaments

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

OGC Nice recorded their first Ligue 1 win of the season on Saturday night, beating Auxerre 3-1 at the Allianz Riviera. Terem Moffi, who came off the bench in the 73rd minute, nodded in what became Nice’s third goal just three minutes later his first of the campaign. Moffi has been on the mend after

Fulham duo Alex Iwobi and Calvin Bassey are targeting their first victory over Manchester United at Craven Cottage since 2009 when the two sides clash this weekend. The Super Eagles stars featured last weekend as Fulham held Brighton to a 1-1 draw, courtesy of Rodrigo Muniz’s dramatic 97th-minute equaliser. Meanwhile, United began their campaign with