Events and Tournaments

This summer’s Paris Olympics promises a thrilling showdown in women’s football, with either Nigeria’s Super Falcons or South Africa’s Banyana Banyana poised to enter a formidable Group C. The draw, recently concluded, places the final playoff victors in a group with the world champions Spain, alongside heavyweights Japan and Brazil. The decisive match next month […]

Bright Osayi Samuel, the Super Eagles defender, faces a potential 10 match suspension due to his involvement in a post match altercation after a Turkish Super Lig game against Trabzonspor. According to Turkish Football Association regulations concerning violent conduct, Osayi Samuel’s actions during the pitch invasion by fans could lead to significant disciplinary measures. The

The Nigerian Under 20 women’s team, the Falconets, have secured their spot in the final of the All Africa Games, following a convincing 2-0 victory over Uganda in the semi finals held at the Cape Coast stadium. This win continues their impressive run in the tournament, having previously defeated Morocco and Senegal with scores of

Asisat Oshoala, the celebrated forward, has once again etched her name in the annals of football history by scoring Bay FC’s inaugural goal in the NWSL, leading to a victory over Angel City FC. Just 17 minutes into her debut, the former Barcelona Femeni star made an immediate impact, securing a win for her new

Ademola Lookman emerged as a pivotal figure for Atalanta in their Europa League round of 16, second leg triumph against Sporting CP at the Gewiss Stadium in Bergamo. Trailing 2-1 in the match after Pedro Gonçalves’s 33rd minute goal, Lookman’s equalizer early in the second half ignited a remarkable comeback for the Serie A club.

The Confederation of African Football CAF has approved the Nigeria Football Federation’s NFF request for a change in the kick off time for the pivotal Women’s Olympic Football Tournament final qualifying match against South Africa. Originally slated for 4 pm, the game will now commence at 5 pm at the MKO Abiola National Stadium, a

In a thrilling UEFA Champions League encounter at the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys, Barcelona secured their spot in the last eight with a 3-1 victory over Napoli. Despite a full game effort from Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen, he was unable to breach Barcelona’s defence, led by Ronald Araujo, to add to his season’s goal tally.

Rivers United, Nigeria’s football pride, is poised for a challenging encounter in the CAF Confederation Cup quarterfinals, where they will face the current holders, USM Algiers of Algeria. The first leg of this crucial tie will be hosted by Rivers United in Nigeria, with the return leg scheduled to take place in Algeria. The matches

The Nigerian Falconets have secured their spot in the semifinals of the women’s football event at the African Games 2023, following a commanding 4-0 victory against Senegal at the Cape Coast Stadium. Head coach Chris Danjuma couldn’t hide his satisfaction with the team’s performance, praising their dedication and the quality of play displayed on Monday

Following a disheartening 2-1 defeat to Uganda’s Hippos, Nigeria’s Flying Eagles are poised for a comeback as they prepare to face South Sudan in their pivotal second Group B match at the 13th African Games. Under the guidance of Ladan Bosso, the team is determined to secure a win against the newcomers to keep their