Match Previews & Reviews

Shooting Stars were forced to settle for a 2-2 draw against El-Kanemi Warriors in a thrilling NPFL matchday 31 clash in Maiduguri on Thursday. Despite taking a commanding lead in the first half, the Oluyole Warriors allowed the hosts to claw their way back into the game. Gbenga Ogunbote’s side looked to be in control […]

Samuel Okon couldn’t contain his joy after marking his debut for Shooting Stars with a stunning goal and a Man of the Match performance in a 3-1 win over Niger Tornadoes. The left back, who recently joined the club from Bayelsa United during the mid-season transfer window, made an immediate impact by curling home a

A thrilling night of football in Uyo saw Nigeria share points with Zimbabwe in a 1-1 World Cup qualifier. Victor Osimhen’s powerful header had put the Super Eagles ahead, only for Zimbabwe’s Tawanda Chirewa to snatch a late equaliser and silence the home crowd at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium. The first half was a cagey

Day 2 of the 2025 Jaganban Cup produced exciting football action as Ikorodu City FC, 36 Lions FC, and SGFC Athletics all secured impressive victories. Ikorodu City FC, one of the tournament favourites, showcased their quality with a dominant display, brushing aside their opponents with confident attacking football. Their fluid passing and clinical finishing left

Bendel Insurance FC secured an important 1-0 victory over Sunshine Stars of Akure in their Nigeria Premier Football League NPFL Matchday 30 fixture at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, Benin. The hero of the match was Kayode Oke Solomon, who found the net in the 20th minute with a stunning long-range curler that nestled into the

Bayelsa Queens delivered a commanding performance, defeating FC Robo Queens 3-0 at the Samson Siasia Stadium, reclaiming the top spot in NWFL Group B on goal difference. Despite a strong start from the visitors, it was Olabiyi Alaba who opened the scoring in the 21st minute, capitalising on a goalkeeper error for her third goal

Igho Ogbu celebrated his first ever call up to the Super Eagles in grand style, scoring in Slavia Praha’s 3-0 victory over Jablonec in the Czech League. The central defender found the net in the ninth minute, showcasing an impressive striker’s finish after breaking down an attacking move by the opposition. His performance earned him

Super Eagles striker Umar Sadiq was in action as Valencia were held to a 1-1 draw by Girona in their La Liga encounter on Saturday. The Nigerian forward, who was making his eighth appearance of the season, has already scored four goals in the ongoing campaign. Sadiq played a key role before being substituted in

Moses Simon, despite ongoing fitness worries, delivered a stellar performance that culminated in a game winning assist, propelling Nantes to a narrow 1-0 victory over Lille. The match, held at Stade de la Beaujoire, saw Simon utilize his exceptional speed and skill to set up Mostafa Mohamed’s decisive goal in the dying moments. This performance

David Okereke scored the only goal as Gaziantep secured a crucial 1-0 home win against Kayserispor in the Turkish Super Lig. The Nigerian forward struck in the 52nd minute, helping his team climb temporarily to sixth place in the standings with 38 points. The 27 year old, currently on loan from Italian Serie B club