Nigeria's Falconets Advance to All Africa Games Final

Nigeria’s Falconets Advance to All Africa Games Final

The Nigerian Under 20 women’s team, the Falconets, have secured their spot in the final of the All Africa Games, following a convincing 2-0 victory over Uganda in the semi finals held at the Cape Coast stadium. This win continues their impressive run in the tournament, having previously defeated Morocco and Senegal with scores of […]

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Tyronne Ebuehi to Miss Super Eagles Friendlies Due to Knee Injury

Tyronne Ebuehi to Miss Super Eagles Friendlies Due to Knee Injury

Tyronne Ebuehi, the Nigerian defender playing for Empoli in Italy, has been ruled out of the upcoming Super Eagles friendlies against Ghana and Mali due to a significant knee injury. Empoli confirmed that Ebuehi suffered a partial tear of his ACL in his right knee during a match against Bologna last weekend, an injury that

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Gençlerbirliği and Nigerian Striker Kayode Split

Gençlerbirliği and Nigerian Striker Kayode Split

Gençlerbirliği, a second division team in Turkey, has officially announced the termination of their contract with Nigerian forward Olarewaju Kayode, 30, by mutual consent. Kayode, who joined the club as a free agent in September of the previous year, was looking to rejuvenate his career following a challenging stint post his move to Manchester City

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Uchenna Kanu Shines with Early Goal in Season Opener

Uchenna Kanu Shines with Early Goal in Season Opener

Super Falcons star Uchenna Kanu made an impactful start to the new NWSL season, scoring a crucial goal for Racing Louisville SC in their 2-2 home draw against Orlando Pride. The former Tigres of Mexico forward found the net in the 19th minute, doubling her team’s lead early in the game. However, Orlando Pride rallied

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Alimi Addresses Fan Misconduct During NPFL Derby

Alimi Addresses Fan Misconduct During NPFL Derby

Remo Stars forward, Alimi Sikiru, has publicly addressed the physical harassment he endured from fans during a Nigerian Professional Football League NPFL match against Shooting Stars. The incident occurred during a heated derby that saw Remo Stars defeated 2-0, with Alimi being sent off in the 78th minute following a double from Christian Pyagbara that

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Villarreal, Valencia Back Spanish Brazilian for Nigeria U17 Coach

Villarreal, Valencia Back Spanish Brazilian for Nigeria U17 Coach

The Nigeria Football Federation NFF has received strong endorsements from Spanish La Liga clubs Villarreal and Valencia for Roberto Bianchi, a Spanish Brazilian coach, to take the helm of the Nigeria U17 team. Bianchi, 57, with a rich coaching background spanning Brazil, Spain, Belgium, Jordan, Angola, and Uganda, is a contender for the position recently

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Five Nigerian Talents Earn Call ups for Ireland's Youth Squads

Five Nigerian Talents Earn Call ups for Ireland’s Youth Squads

The Football Association of Ireland has unveiled the youth teams’ rosters for this month’s international fixtures, featuring five players of Nigerian heritage. Jim Crawford, the Republic of Ireland U21 team’s head coach, has selected a 24 player squad for the upcoming UEFA U21 European Championship qualifier against San Marino. Leading the charge is Bosun Lawal,

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Akwa United's Deserved Victory Slips to a Draw Against Gombe United

Akwa United’s Deserved Victory Slips to a Draw Against Gombe United

In a spirited display of football, Akwa United’s interim coach, Umar Abdullahi, praised his team’s effort in their 1-1 tie with Gombe United, while expressing regret over the missed opportunity for a full three points. The match marked the second occasion this season that Akwa United secured a point away from home, continuing their unbeaten

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Bright Osayi Samuel Stand Firm in Turbulent Turkish Super Lig Encounter

Bright Osayi Samuel Stand Firm in Turbulent Turkish Super Lig Encounter

In a recent Turkish Super Lig match that saw Fenerbahce clinch a 3-2 victory over Trabzonspor, Super Eagles defender Bright Osayi Samuel found himself at the heart of a distressing episode. The game’s aftermath turned tumultuous as Trabzonspor fans invaded the pitch, leading to violent confrontations with the players. Amid the chaos, Osayi Samuel was

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Chukwueze Eyes More Goals Following Serie A Milestone

Chukwueze Eyes More Goals Following Serie A Milestone

Samuel Chukwueze has set his sights on further goals after marking his first Serie A goal in AC Milan’s recent 3-1 victory over Hellas Verona. Entering the fray as a late substitute, Chukwueze’s well executed strike from just outside the penalty area sealed the win for Milan and served as a poignant rebuttal to critics

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