Author: Alonge Akinlolu
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Amarachi Obi, an 11 year-old football talent of Nigerian decent and Thai heritage, emerged as the standout performer at the Malaysia Borneo Girls Cup, guiding Makati Girls FC of the Philippines to a 2-0 victory over Bella FC in the final. Obi scored both goals in the decisive match, bringing her tournament tally to six, […]
The Flying Eagles arrived in the city of Talca on Thursday afternoon ahead of their participation in this year’s FIFA U20 World Cup finals. Group F games involving Nigeria, Norway, Saudi Arabia and Colombia will take place in Talca. The two-time World Cup runners-up were received by officials of FIFA and the Local Organizing Committee, […]
The World Table Tennis (WTT) governing body has officially released its 2026 Series Calendar, outlining a packed year of global competition across multiple continents. The schedule features the highly anticipated Grand Smashes, prestigious Finals, and competitive Champions, Star Contender, and Contender events. Grand Smashes The season kicks off with the Singapore Smash in February, […]
Nigerian goalkeeper Jimoh Godwin has sealed a transfer to Djiboutian Premier League side FC Dikhil, marking the start of a new chapter in his career outside Nigeria. The former Inter Lagos shot stopper was officially unveiled by the club and pictured in their colours at FC Dikhil’s base, confirming his arrival. Godwin, known for his […]
Nigeria’s teenage goalkeeping prodigy, Ebenezer Ifeanyi Harcourt, continues to attract attention on the international stage after his standout displays for the Flying Eagles. At just 15 years old, Harcourt was the youngest player at the Africa U-20 Cup of Nations (AFCON U20), where he delivered commanding performances between the posts. He played a decisive role […]
The Egyptian Premier League spotlight once again fell on Nigerian forward Awujoola Sodiq, after his decisive strike handed Ceramica Cleopatra FC a crucial win against Modern Sport FC on Wednesday, September 24, 2025. The Saki born attacker, who has been in fine form this season, registered his second league goal, sealing maximum points for […]
Africa’s leading table tennis stars are preparing for a defining challenge at the 2025 WTT China Smash in Beijing, a tournament regarded as one of the toughest on the international circuit. The competition, scheduled from September 25 to October 5, 2025, will be staged at Shougang Park and offers a prize fund of more than […]
FC Winterthur have officially announced the signing of Nigerian striker Francis Momoh on a two-year deal. The 23 year old forward joins the Swiss Super League side after a spell with Ukrainian club LNZ Cherkasy, having previously featured for Grasshopper Club Zürich. Winterthur confirmed on their official website that the transfer was finalized shortly before […]
Liverpool forward Rio Ngumoha has signed his first professional contract with the club. Ngumoha, who joined Liverpool’s Academy in September 2024 from Chelsea, has already gained first-team experience under manager Arne Slot. The teenager has made five senior appearances so far this season, including featuring in the Carabao Cup victory over Southampton. The 18 year- […]
The Nigeria National League (NNL) has secured a landmark sponsorship agreement worth N494.4 million with sports betting company betPawa, a deal that is expected to transform the country’s second tier football. The one year partnership introduces the innovative “Locker Room Bonus” (LRB) scheme, which will see players and technical staff of winning teams receive instant […]
