Youth Development

Watford has revealed their contract decisions for two Nigerian players following the 2023-2024 season. Hamzat Balogun and Prince Sikiru are the focus of these decisions. Hamzat Balogun, a product of Manchester United’s youth team, has been released. He joined Watford in August 2021 and signed his first professional contract last summer. Balogun, known for his […]

The quarter final fixtures for the Women’s President Federation Cup have been unveiled, highlighting some exciting matchups. Delta Queens will face Sunshine Queens, following a recent 2-1 victory by Sunshine Queens in the Nigeria Women Football League. Nasarawa Amazons are set to compete against Remo Stars Ladies in another anticipated encounter. Eight time champions Rivers

The 7th edition of the Bayelsa Kids Cup concluded in grand style at the Samson Siasia Sports Complex in Yenagoa. Nembe Local Government Area LGA emerged victorious, defeating Yenagoa LGA with a scoreline of 2-0 in the final match. The event was attended by numerous dignitaries and enthusiastic football spectators. The tournament kicked off on

Gbemisola Yusuf, a fast rising Nigerian female football referee, has made significant strides in her career by officiating at the 2024 African Schools Football Championship in Zanzibar. Despite being an undergraduate at the University of Lagos, Yusuf’s exceptional skills and dedication have set a new standard for young referees in Nigeria. Yusuf officiated five matches

Nigeria’s Golden Eaglets secured a place in the semi final of the WAFU B U17 Championship with a commanding 3-0 victory over Togo in their final Group B game. The match, initially scheduled for Wednesday, was postponed to Thursday morning due to heavy rain that rendered the University Stadium pitch unplayable. From the start, the

West Bromwich Albion has officially announced their retained and released list following the conclusion of the 2023-2024 season. Among the players released is Ruben Shakpoke, son of former Super Eagles defender Jero Shakpoke. Ruben Shakpoke joined West Brom last summer after a successful trial but will be departing the club as they opted not to

Golden Eaglets captain Simon Cletus has earned his second official Man of the Match Award after leading Nigeria to a 1-0 victory over Niger. Previously, he was named the best player in the opening Group B clash against Burkina Faso, which ended in a scoreless draw. The Mavlon FC attacking midfielder’s performance against Niger showcased

Newly promoted Championship club Derby County has announced their retained and released list for the 2023-2024 season. Among the key discussions is the contract negotiation with Bayo Fapetu, a former Arsenal Hale End Academy product. Fapetu joined Arsenal in 2011 and spent ten years at the club before signing a scholarship with Derby County ahead

The Ondo State Government has announced its plans to invest in the Sunshine Stars youth team to develop local football talent. This decision follows the Sunshine Stars U17 team’s failure to advance to the playoff stage of the inaugural NPFL Youth League. During an unexpected visit to the team’s training ground, Hon. Saka Yusuf Ogunleye,

Championship club Sheffield Wednesday has announced their retained and released list following the conclusion of the 2023-2024 season. Dominic Iorfa, son of former Super Eagles striker Dominic Iorfa Sr., is among the seven players offered new contracts. The other players include Barry Bannan, Cameron Dawson, Di’Shon Bernard, Liam Palmer, Will Vaulks, and Josh Windass. Dominic