Kwara United Sack Coach Tunde Sanni After Poor Run, Promote Ashifat Suleiman

Kwara United Sack Coach Tunde Sanni After Poor Run, Promote Ashifat Suleiman

By / Training & Coaching /
Kwara United have relieved Tunde Sanni of his duties after an underwhelming sequence of three losses in four matches, the latest being a 0-1 home defeat to Abia Warriors on Matchday 7 of the NPFL. Despite guiding the club to their first-ever President’s Federation Cup title, Sanni’s recent form failed to convince the board. Two

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Rinsola Babajide Marks Roma Debut With Goal as Nigerian Duo Impress

Rinsola Babajide Marks Roma Debut With Goal as Nigerian Duo Impress

By / Women's Football /
Nigerian forward Rinsola Babajide made a stellar Serie A debut for AS Roma, scoring in the 28th minute to help her team to a 4–0 victory over Parma. While reports state that “Nigerian duo shine,” Babajide’s strike was the headliner from the weekend, as she opened her league account with a composed finish, assisted by

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FIFA Names Chadian Referee for Lesotho vs Super Eagles WCQ Clash

FIFA Names Chadian Referee for Lesotho vs Super Eagles WCQ Clash

By / Law & Ethics /
FIFA has appointed Chadian official Alhadi Allaou Mahamat as the centre referee for the 2026 World Cup qualifying match between Lesotho and Nigeria’s Super Eagles. Mahamat will be assisted by fellow Chadians: Bogola Issa as first assistant referee, Moussa Hafiz as second assistant, and Abdelkerim Ousmane as fourth official. Kenyan official Alice Damaris Kimani was

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Agu Doubtful for Super Eagles’ World Cup Qualifiers vs Lesotho and Benin

Agu Doubtful for Super Eagles’ World Cup Qualifiers vs Lesotho and Benin

By / Health & Fitness /
Super Eagles defender Felix Agu has been ruled doubtful for Nigeria’s upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Lesotho and Benin as he continues to battle an injury. Reports say Agu limped off during Werder Bremen’s 1–0 win over St. Pauli, exiting before halftime after sustaining the problem. The full extent of the injury remains

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Zaidu Sanusi Recalled to Super Eagles as Injuries Force Defensive Shakeup

Zaidu Sanusi Recalled to Super Eagles as Injuries Force Defensive Shakeup

By / National Team News /
Defensive reinforcements are coming for the Super Eagles left-back Zaidu Sanusi has been recalled to the squad ahead of the crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Lesotho and Benin, as injuries among the defence force the coaching staff into changes. Sanusi, who had been sidelined since February 2024 due to an ACL injury, resumed

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Awaziem Plays Full Match in 0-0 Stalemate Between Brest and Nantes

Awaziem Plays Full Match in 0-0 Stalemate Between Brest and Nantes

By / Tactics & Analysis /
Nantes defender Chidozie Awaziem featured for the full 90 minutes as his side were held to a goalless draw by Brest in their Ligue 1 outing.Despite opportunities on both ends, neither team could break the deadlock, and the match concluded without a goal. Awaziem’s consistent presence across the backline helped Nantes maintain solidity and preserve

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NNL Bars Relegated Clubs Over Debts, Spurs Rush to Clear Obligations

NNL Bars Relegated Clubs Over Debts, Spurs Rush to Clear Obligations

By / Governance /
Five clubs recently relegated from the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Akwa United, Heartland, Lobi Stars, Sunshine Stars, and Gombe United—have been prevented from registering for the 2025-26 season of the Nigeria National League (NNL) due to outstanding debts. A circular signed by NNL Chief Operating Officer Danlami Alanana declared that clubs owing money to

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Lookman Subbed Off in Atalanta’s 1–1 Home Draw With Como

Lookman Subbed Off in Atalanta’s 1–1 Home Draw With Como

By / Events & Tournaments /
Ademola Lookman earned his first Serie A start of the season for Atalanta in their 1–1 draw at home against Como, but was substituted with less than 20 minutes remaining. The hosts opened the scoring in the sixth minute through Lazar Samardzic, but Como equalised around the 20-minute mark via Maximo Perrone’s shot that struck

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Echeta Deputy Nets and Assists in Zakho’s Rout of Newroz

Echeta Deputy Nets and Assists in Zakho’s Rout of Newroz

By / Events & Tournaments /
Zakho’s Nigerian winger Echeta Ugonna Deputy starred in their emphatic victory over Newroz in the Iraq Stars League, contributing both a goal and an assist. He found the net and also set up a teammate, helping Zakho to a convincing win that underlines their attacking depth this season. Deputy, 24, has already made notable impact

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Akintola’s Strike Secures 1–0 Victory for Hull City Over Sheffield United

Akintola’s Strike Secures 1–0 Victory for Hull City Over Sheffield United

By / Match Previews & Reviews /
David Akintola proved the hero for Hull City, scoring the decisive goal as the Tigers edged out Sheffield United 1–0 at home. He netted the winner in the 30th minute, with his shot deflecting off a defender to beat the goalkeeper. Hull held on despite a late penalty opportunity for the Blades. Harrison Burrows stepped

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