Football Training and Coaching

Stanley Nwabali, the Nigerian goalkeeper who has become a fan favourite at South Africa’s Chippa United, now has a new mentor in the dugout. The club has appointed Sinethemba Badela as their new head coach, signalling a fresh start for the squad. Badela, who assumes responsibility amidst high expectations, inherits a squad buoyed by Nwabali’s recent […]

General Manager of Plateau United, Habila Hosea Mutla, has indicated that the club is leaning toward retaining head coach Mbwas Mangut for the 2025/26 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season, citing the importance of continuity and stability. Mangut guided Plateau United to a 7th-place finish in the recently concluded season, collecting 54 points from 38

In another bold step toward youth empowerment and football development, Hajji Gafar Olawale Liameed, Chairman of the Lagos State Football Association, has awarded full scholarships to 14 students and 36 coaches through the 36 Lion Coaching School. The initiative, now an annual feature, supports students participating in the National Institute for Sports (NIS) Coaches Course.

Moses Aduku, head coach of Edo Queens FC, has shifted his focus to the upcoming Federation Cup semi-final against Nasarawa Amazons following a frustrating run in the recently concluded NWFL Super-6 tournament. After finishing as champions in the 2024 edition, Edo Queens failed to replicate their success this year. Their campaign got off to a

Edo Queens head coach, Moses Aduku, has expressed his determination to instill a ‘winning mentality’ in his squad as they prepare to face rivals Rivers Angels in a highly anticipated clash. Speaking ahead of the encounter, Aduku highlighted the importance of mental strength and tactical discipline, emphasizing that his players are fully prepared to secure

Former England international and 1988 FA Cup winner John Fashanu has publicly declared his interest in becoming the head coach of Nigeria’s Super Eagles. Speaking to journalists during a visit to Ogun State, Fashanu said he is confident in his ability to lead the team if supported by the right people who understand the game.

Remo Stars coach Daniel Ogunmodede has promised that his team will not relax in their remaining Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) fixtures, despite recently securing their historic first-ever league title. Following their narrow 1-0 triumph over Niger Tornadoes, which clinched the championship on the same day club president Kunle Soname celebrated his 59th birthday, Ogunmodede

WanAgara FC have officially named Coach Abubakar Sani as interim head coach ahead of the upcoming Nationwide League One (NLO) season. The appointment, which takes effect immediately, was announced by Acting Chairman Dr. Iyada Viko during a post-training management meeting. Coach Sani, who previously served as the team’s assistant coach, steps into the lead role

Rangers International coach Fidelis Ilechukwu has reiterated his ambition to lead the Flying Antelopes back to the continental stage following their narrow 1-0 victory over Bendel Insurance in the Round of 16 of the 2025 President Federation Cup. Godwin Obaje’s first half penalty at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena in Lagos proved enough to seal Rangers’

Super Eagles defender Leon Balogun is in contention for Rangers’ Europa League quarterfinal second leg against Athletic Bilbao after returning to full training. The 36 year old was seen working with the squad, including compatriot Cyriel Dessers, at the Rangers Training Centre in Glasgow ahead of Thursday’s clash at San Mamés Barria. Balogun’s absence from