Nigerian Football News

Fredrick, a recent addition to the Premier League, has been called up to the Super Eagles squad for the 2025 AFCON qualifiers. This inclusion marks a significant milestone in Fredrick’s career, highlighting his impressive performances and potential to contribute to the national team. The Super Eagles, under the guidance of their coaching staff, are gearing […]

Alex Iwobi earned the Man of the Match award in Fulham’s recent pre season victory, showcasing his exceptional form and readiness for the upcoming season. Iwobi’s performance was instrumental in Fulham’s success, highlighting his playmaking abilities and contributions on the field. The pre season match served as a crucial preparation for the team, with Iwobi’s

Ikorodu City FC, a newly promoted premier side, earned accolades for their performance at the Valuejet Pre-season tournament held at the Remo Stars Stadium in Sagamu, Ogun State. The team reached the finals but lost 1-2 to Remo Stars in a highly entertaining match. Dr Kolapo Kolade, a Lagos-based football enthusiast, praised Ikorodu City’s efforts

The Kano State government has announced plans to host the 2024 AYSOF President Peace Cup semifinals and final at Sani Abacha Stadium, Kofar Mata Kano, in August. Shehu Usman Yola, Chairman of the Kano State African Youth Sports Federation AYSOF, shared that the competition’s kickoff and quarterfinal matches are being held in Katsina and Zamfara

The Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has appointed a new management board for Kano Pillars Football Club following the expiration and dissolution of the previous board. This announcement was made through a statement by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa. The newly appointed board members, chosen for their competence and experience, will

In a thrilling and heartbreaking match, Nigeria’s Supersand Eagles were narrowly defeated by Mauritania, ending their hopes of qualifying for the 2024 Beach Soccer African Cup of Nations. The match, which took place in Kaduna, concluded with a 6-5 loss, and the aggregate score of 10-10 saw Nigeria eliminated on the away goal rule. The

Gbenga Elegbeleye, the Nigeria Premier Football League NPFL Chairman and 2nd Vice Chairman of the NFF has outlined the reasons behind the establishment of the NPFL Youth League. The initiative aims to enhance the financial stability of league clubs and foster the integration of young talents into senior teams. The project is designed to improve

Lobi Stars have announced that their home games for the upcoming 2024/2025 Nigeria Premier Football League season will be played at the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Stadium in Bauchi. This decision was made due to ongoing preparations at their original home ground in Makurdi. Last season, Lobi Stars played their home matches at the New Jos

Nasarawa State Governor, Engr. Abdullahi Sule has dissolved the management team of Nasarawa United Football Club, previously led by Dr. Othman Ahmed Ibrahim. The announcement was made by Deputy Governor Dr. Emmanuel Agbadu Akabe after a high level meeting in Lafia. The decision is part of a broader effort to restructure and enhance the performance

Benue State Football Association Chairman, Chief Barr. Paul Edeh, experienced a shocking invasion of his Abuja residence by suspected assassins in the early hours of Sunday. The armed men broke into his home, stealing valuables worth millions of naira, including laptops containing important documents, and phones belonging to his wife and children. Edeh was not