Flamingos Set to Secure FIFA U17 World Cup Spot Against Liberia

Flamingos Set to Secure FIFA U17 World Cup Spot Against Liberia

Following a commanding 4-1 victory away in the first leg, Nigeria’s U17 girls, the Flamingos, are determined to finalize their FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup qualification on a triumphant note as they face Liberia at the MKO Abiola National Stadium on Friday evening. Goals from Harmony Chidi, Peace Effiong, Shakirat Moshood, and substitute Blessing Ifitezue […]

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Ikorodu City and Beyond Limits Celebrate NPFL Promotion Triumph

Ikorodu City and Beyond Limits Celebrate NPFL Promotion Triumph

The Nigerian Premier Football League NPFL will welcome two new teams next season as Ikorodu City and Beyond Limits have secured promotion following the NNL Super 8 playoff. Ikorodu City, known as the Oga Boys, clinched their NPFL spot with a 2-0 victory over Madiba, thanks to two goals from Toyeeb. This achievement marks a

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Mourinho Eyes Luton Town's Adebayo for Fenerbahçe Move

Mourinho Eyes Luton Town’s Adebayo for Fenerbahçe Move

Turkish football giants Fenerbahçe are targeting Luton Town striker Elijah Adebayo, with negotiations expected to commence soon, according to Turkish media outlet Takvim. Adebayo, a product of Fulham’s Academy, has garnered significant interest, with Fenerbahçe’s new coach, Jose Mourinho, eager to secure his transfer. Recently, the CIES Football Observatory ranked Adebayo as the top Nigerian

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Minister Pushes for Grassroots Football Development in Nigeria

Minister Pushes for Grassroots Football Development in Nigeria

Hajia Hannatu Musawa, Nigeria’s Minister of Arts, Culture, and Creative Economy, has highlighted the critical importance of nurturing grassroots football in Nigeria. Speaking at the endorsement of the 4th edition of the Jagunlabi Football Tournament in Abuja, Musawa emphasized that grassroots football is essential for uniting youth from diverse backgrounds, fostering camaraderie and mutual respect

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Ademola Lookman Wins Atalanta's Player of the Month with Hat Trick

Ademola Lookman Wins Atalanta’s Player of the Month with Hat Trick

Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman has been voted Atalanta’s Player of the Month for May and June, according to the official website of the Europa League winners. Lookman emerged as the clear favourite for the award following his historic performance in the Europa League final, where he became the first African to score a hat

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Shooting Stars Triumph Over Table Toppers Enugu Rangers

Shooting Stars Triumph Over Table Toppers Enugu Rangers

Shooting Stars secured a vital 1-0 victory against league leaders Enugu Rangers, thrilling their home fans and climbing to fourth place with just two matches remaining in the NPFL season. Striker Christian Pyagbara, in excellent form, scored his third goal in five games, heading in the lone goal that clinched the three points. The Ibadan-based

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Ndah and Orlando Pirates Set for Pre season Camps in Spain and Germany

Ndah and Orlando Pirates Set for Pre season Camps in Spain and Germany

Nigeria international Olisa Ndah and his Orlando Pirates teammates are set to embark on a pre season tour to Germany and Spain. According to Soccer Laduma, the Pirates will kick off their camp in Spain in early July, followed by a stint in Germany, before returning to South Africa in time for the 2024/25 Premier

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Super Falcons Ready to Take on Brazil, Spain, Japan at Paris Olympics

Super Falcons Ready to Take on Brazil, Spain, Japan at Paris Olympics

Super Falcons goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie has expressed confidence in the team’s mental and physical readiness to face Brazil, Spain, and Japan at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games. Speaking at the 2024 Ladies in Sports Conference on Tuesday, Nnadozie emphasized that the team is undeterred by the challenging group opponents and is prepared to replicate their

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Arsenal Aims to Keep Obi Martin Despite Bayern, Dortmund Interest

Arsenal Aims to Keep Obi Martin Despite Bayern, Dortmund Interest

Italian transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has confirmed that Arsenal is determined to secure a new contract for Danish born Nigerian forward Chido Obi Martin, despite strong interest from Bundesliga giants Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund. Obi Martin, a Denmark U17 international, has just 19 days remaining on his schoolboy registration with the Gunners. Arsenal has

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Yemisi Akintoye Earns Training Spot for Women's Africa Cup

Yemisi Akintoye Earns Training Spot for Women’s Africa Cup

Nigeria’s FIFA referee from Lagos State, Yemisi Eunice Akintoye, has successfully passed her fitness test, joining the preparations for the African Women Championship WAFCON. Badged as a FIFA referee in 2021, Akintoye has participated in several international competitions, including the WAFU Women’s Champions League and the Aisha Buhari Tournament. Selected for her exceptional skills, the

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