Author: Alonge Akinlolu
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The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has confirmed that its 2025/26 season will proceed uninterrupted even as the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) gets underway in Morocco from December 21, 2025 to January 18, 2026. Only five players from the NPFL were included in Nigeria’s 54-man provisional AFCON squad. Given the low number and […]
As fight night approaches on December 19 in Miami, former world champion Amir Khan, joined by Nico Ali Walsh, grandson of the legendary Muhammad Ali, has issued a stern warning to Jake Paul about the grave dangers he faces in his upcoming bout with Anthony Joshua. According to Khan and Ali Walsh, the fight […]
Victor Osimhen’s run of goals in European competition was brought to a halt on Wednesday night as AS Monaco edged Galatasaray 1–0 at the Stade Louis II. The French side secured victory through Folarin Balogun, who struck the decisive goal in the 68th minute. Balogun, once eligible to play for Nigeria before committing his […]
Top Nigerian table tennis players, including national star Matthew Kuti, are set to compete in the 11th edition of the Elicris Table Tennis Cup, scheduled for December 22 and 23 at the Molade Okoya Thomas Hall, Teslim Balogun Stadium, Lagos. The annual tournament, sponsored by the Babatunde Abayomi Adejobi (BAA) Foundation, will bring together […]
Nigeria’s men’s cricket team continued their impressive run at the ongoing West Africa Trophy in Abuja, defeating Zambia by 23 runs to record their fifth consecutive win of the tournament. The Yellow Greens posted 158 for 8 in their 20 overs before bowling out Zambia for 135 in 19 overs, maintaining their unbeaten streak and […]
The international friendly between Egypt national football team and Nigeria national football team , originally scheduled for December 14, has been rescheduled to December 16. According to officials, the decision follows a recent ruling by FIFA requiring clubs to release their players to national teams only from December 15 onward, making the original date unworkable […]
FIFA have given a clear picture of the road to glory as the 2026 FIFA World Cup group stage lineup has been revealed, showcasing a mix of heavyweight clashes, emerging contenders, and playoff slots still up for grabs. The expanded tournament format presents 12 competitive groups, each offering its own storyline as nations prepare […]
Nigeria’s iconic defender and Super Eagles captain, William Troost-Ekong (M.O.N), has officially announced his retirement from international football, bringing an end to a decade marked by remarkable leadership, resilience, and unforgettable moments in the national colours. In a heartfelt statement released on X, Troost-Ekong reflected on his journey that began in 2015 when the late […]
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has confirmed the appointment of Nigeria’s Olufunke Oshonaike, Africa’s most decorated female table tennis player, to the IOC Athletes’ Commission. The announcement was made on Thursday as the global body introduced five new members to the influential commission. Oshonaike, a seven time Olympian who featured in every Olympic Games […]
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially released the group draw for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations scheduled to hold in Morocco, setting the stage for a series of mouth watering clashes as top teams prepare for continental glory. Host nation Morocco headline Group A, where they will face Mali, Zambia, and […]
