Youth Football

Midfielder Daniel Daga has officially joined the Flying Eagles squad as Nigeria prepares for the FIFA U-20 World Cup in Chile. Daga is expected to link up with the team upon their arrival in Chile from his base in Norway. The 18 year old has previously featured for the Flying Eagles at the 2023 U-20 […]

Flying Eagles head coach Aliyu Zubairu has singled out Nigeria’s group opponents—Norway, Saudi Arabia and Colombia as key matches to target during the 2025 FIFA U-20 World Cup. The U-20 side will open their campaign in Chile on 29 September against Norway, before facing Saudi Arabia three days later, and closing out group play versus

The group stage of the 1xCup 2025, Nigeria’s premier amateur football tournament, has concluded, with 12 teams advancing to the knockout rounds. The final matchday last Tuesday brought drama, goals, and a clearer picture of the road to the trophy. None of last year’s top four teams managed to top their groups, reflecting increasing parity

Nigeria’s U-20 side, the Flying Eagles, have submitted their final squad for the 2025 FIFA U-20 World Cup in Chile. The list includes Stade Reims midfielder Ibrahim Hafiz and Molde’s Daniel Daga, both expected to strengthen coach Aliyu Zubairu’s options. The team will soon depart from Abuja to begin their preparations abroad. With a blend

Lobi Stars U-19 carved out a 2-1 victory over Golden Boys of Abinsi in a thrilling friendly clash at McCarthy Stadium. The game swung on crucial moments, with goalkeeper Aondona Gbamwuam keeping his side alive through three key saves despite shaky defensive lapses. Early on, Daniel Onu’s header rattled the crossbar, while forward Benjamin Ishaya

The WAFU-B council has officially shifted hosting rights for the 2025 Under-17 Boys Championship from Nigeria to Côte d’Ivoire. The decision was prompted by ongoing renovation work at Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne, rendering one of the initial venues unavailable. Originally slated for Ogun State at the Moshood Abiola Sports Arena in Abeokuta and Remo

The excitement of grassroots football once again lit up Ifo, Ogun State, as the fourth edition of the Bavis Summer Camp officially commenced this August, bringing together budding talents and passionate supporters. Families, sports lovers, and community members have been turning out in numbers to back their favourite teams and celebrate the rise of future

Nigeria’s Golden Eaglets triumphed 3–2 over Bandex Football Academy of Kebbi State in a spirited test match on Friday, maintaining their unbeaten run in warm-up fixtures ahead of the WAFU B U-17 tournament scheduled for September in Abeokuta. Despite trailing 2–1 at half-time, the Eaglets returned to the field with renewed determination and secured victory

The 2025 Ogun State Under-19 Football League officially began on Saturday, August 2, across three venues Abeokuta, Sagamu, and Ilaro—with 21 youth teams competing in the first round of fixtures. The event is part of the Nationwide League One (NLO) youth development initiative. At the Abeokuta centre (MKO Abiola Sports Arena, Kuto), 7 Stars FC

In a dramatic quarter-final encounter at the 2025 CAF African Schools Football Championship, Nigeria’s Future Eagles were eliminated by Sudan following a 3-3 draw that led to a penalty shootout. Sudan triumphed 5-4 in the shootout, securing their place in the semi-finals. The match, held at the University of Ghana in Accra, showcased intense competition