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What a transformation for Shooting Stars SC. Just 15 days ago, the Oluyole Warriors were languishing in 19th place on the NPFL table with only two points from their opening four matches, a start that raised real concerns about their campaign. But football, as always, tells stories of resilience and redemption. In a dramatic […]
The Executive Chairman of the Edo State Sports Commission, Hon. Amadin Desmond Enabulele, has approved the suspension of Bendel Insurance Head Coach, Greg Ikhenoba, with effect from Monday, October 6, 2025. According to a statement from the Commission, the decision followed the team’s disappointing performance in the ongoing Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season, culminating […]
Team Nigeria made a resounding statement at the 2025 Africa Zone 2 Swimming Championship, breaking multiple records and unveiling a new generation of swimming talents who are redefining Nigeria’s reputation in continental waters. Competing against elite swimmers from across West and Central Africa, Nigeria’s contingent displayed remarkable skill, grit, and composure , amassing 30 medals […]
Werder Bremen have confirmed that Nigerian international Felix Agu will be sidelined for several months after suffering a syndesmosis ligament injury during their 1-0 home victory over FC St. Pauli. According to an official statement released by the Bundesliga club, MRI and X-ray examinations conducted by team doctor Robert Gorzolla on Monday revealed the extent […]
Nigeria’s Super Falcons goalkeeper, Chiamaka Nnadozie, has been nominated for the PFA Women’s Super League (WSL) Fans’ Player of the Month Award for September 2025, following a string of impressive performances for her new club, Brighton & Hove Albion. Nnadozie, who joined Brighton from French side Paris FC earlier this year, has quickly made her […]
Nigerian star, Pallas Kunaiyi Akpanah has been honoured with the Foreign Most Valuable Player (MVP) award in the Italian Women’s Basketball League (LBF), capping off an outstanding season of dominance and consistency. The 26 year old, who starred for Faenza Basket Project, impressed throughout the 2024–25 season with her relentless rebounding, defensive intensity, and scoring […]
Seven-time African champions Nigeria put up an impressive performance against Colombia in the early hours of Monday to reach the Round of 16 of the ongoing FIFA U20 World Cup finals in Chile. Goalkeeper Ebenezer Harcourt made big saves in the 23rd and 26th minutes to keep the scoreline pristine in Talca, but the Flying Eagles were […]
Manchester City defender, Manuel Akanji, has once again shown pride in his Nigerian heritage, even while representing the Switzerland national team. Born in Neftenbach, Switzerland, to a Swiss mother and a Nigerian father, Akanji has never hidden his connection to both cultures. In a recent interview, the 29 year old spoke passionately about his roots […]
After weeks of near misses and heartbreaks, Nigerian forward Kelechi Iheanacho finally saw his name on the scoresheet for Celtic FC, this time, with no VAR drama to ruin the moment. The former Leicester City striker had been the unlucky victim of technology in his last two outings, seeing goals against Braga and Hibernian […]
AS Roma forward Rinsola Babajide marked her Serie A debut in style, finding the back of the net in her side’s emphatic 4–0 victory over Parma on Saturday. The 27 year old Nigerian winger struck in the 28th minute, doubling Roma’s lead and setting the tone for a dominant performance at home. Her goal was […]
