Chidi's Hat Trick Sends Flamingos to WAFU U17 Girls’ Semi Final

Chidi’s Hat Trick Sends Flamingos to WAFU U17 Girls’ Semi Final

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Harmony Chidi delivered a stunning hat trick as Nigeria’s U17 girls, the Flamingos, edged Côte d’Ivoire 3-2 in their second match of the WAFU B U17 Girls’ Cup in Accra, Ghana. Chidi’s brilliance ensured Nigeria finished top of Group B with six points from two matches, following their earlier 9-0 demolition of Niger Republic. Nigeria […]

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Ademola Lookman Wins Prestigious African Player of the Year Award

Ademola Lookman Wins Prestigious African Player of the Year Award

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Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman has been crowned African Player of the Year, beating fellow nominees Achraf Hakimi, Simon Adingra, Serhou Guirassy, and Ronwen Williams. The award recognises Lookman’s stellar 2023/2024 season, during which he netted 17 goals for Atalanta, including a remarkable hat-trick in the Europa League final that secured the title against Bayer

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Dele-Bashiru Aims for Starting Role in Lazio’s Clash with Inter Milan

Dele-Bashiru Aims for Starting Role in Lazio’s Clash with Inter Milan

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Super Eagles midfielder Fisayo Dele-Bashiru is pushing for a starting spot as Lazio host reigning Serie A champions Inter Milan at the Stadio Olimpico. The Nigerian international impressed with a goal in Lazio’s recent 3-1 Europa League victory over Ajax, hoping his performance caught the attention of manager Marco Baroni. Inter Milan, aiming to extend

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African Youngsters Begin Journey to FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup

African Youngsters Begin Journey to FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup

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The Confederation of African Football CAF has officially drawn the qualifiers for the 2025 FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup, set to take place in Morocco. The tournament will mark Africa’s first time hosting this prestigious event, scheduled for October 17 to November 8, 2025. Twenty eight African nations will compete for four spots alongside host

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Rangers manager reveals why Dessers skipped penalty in Celtic shootout

Rangers manager reveals why Dessers skipped penalty in Celtic shootout

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Rangers manager Philippe Clement revealed why Cyriel Dessers did not participate in the penalty shootout during their Scottish League Cup final loss to Celtic. Despite being listed as the sixth penalty taker, Dessers wasn’t called up as the shootout ended before reaching his turn. Rangers lost 5-4 on penalties after a 3-3 draw in regulation

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Ademola Lookman Favourite to Be Crowned Africa’s Best Player

Ademola Lookman Favourite to Be Crowned Africa’s Best Player

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Italian newspaper Gazzetta dello Sport has tipped Ademola Lookman as the frontrunner to succeed Victor Osimhen as Africa’s best player at the 2024 CAF Awards, set to take place in Marrakech, Morocco. Lookman’s standout performances, including his heroics in the Europa League final, are seen as pivotal in giving him the edge over other contenders,

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Onyemaechi Scores Stunning Goal Against Sporting, Leaves Game Injured

Onyemaechi Scores Stunning Goal Against Sporting, Leaves Game Injured

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Super Eagles left back Bruno Onyemaechi scored a brilliant goal for Boavista in their 3-2 loss to league leaders Sporting CP in a Liga Portugal clash. Positioned as a left winger by coach Cristiano Bacci to enhance attacking options, Onyemaechi equalised for Boavista in the 58th minute with a powerful left footed half volley that

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Victor Osimhen Set for Return Against Trabzonspor

Victor Osimhen Set for Return Against Trabzonspor

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Victor Osimhen is poised to return to action for Galatasaray in tonight’s Turkish Super Lig clash against Trabzonspor, following a brief spell on the sidelines due to a muscle injury. The Napoli loanee sustained the injury earlier this month during a league match against Sivasspor, causing him to miss Galatasaray’s UEFA Europa League outing against

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Timothy Wins NPFL Player of the Week for Rivers United Comeback

Timothy Wins NPFL Player of the Week for Rivers United Comeback

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Young Rivers United striker Timothy Zachariah has been named NPFL Player of the Week for Matchday 16 following his match winning performance against Kwara United in Port Harcourt. Zachariah scored a crucial equaliser in the 53rd minute and provided the assist for David Benjamin’s winning goal six minutes later. Rivers United, who were trailing after

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Victor Olatunji Scores Late Winner as Sparta Praha Ends 2024 in Style

Victor Olatunji Scores Late Winner as Sparta Praha Ends 2024 in Style

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Nigerian striker Victor Olatunji delivered a match winning performance for Sparta Praha, scoring a decisive late goal in the 78th minute to secure a 1-0 victory over FK Jablonec. Coming off the bench in the 63rd minute, Olatunji showcased his knack for making an impact in crucial moments. The goal marked Olatunji’s 11th of the

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