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Fulham delivered a spirited late surge but ultimately fell 5–4 to Manchester City in a pulsating Premier League encounter on Tuesday night. Despite trailing 5–1 with less than 20 minutes to play, Marco Silva’s men mounted a dramatic fightback driven by outstanding performances from Nigerian duo Samuel Chukwueze and Alex Iwobi, who contributed three of […]
Head Coach Eric Chelle has picked Captain William Ekong, ace forward Victor Osimhen, midfielder Wilfred Ndidi and goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali in a provisional list of 55 players for the upcoming 35th Africa Cup of Nations finals in Morocco. Goalkeeper Maduka Okoye, defenders Zaidu Sanusi, Calvin Bassey and Semi Ajayi, midfielders Frank Onyeka, Alex Iwobi and […]
Morocco’s sweeping football transformation, driven by long term investment, modern infrastructure, and a clear national strategy, is now yielding results that are reshaping the sport across Africa. At the heart of this rise is the Mohammed VI Football Academy, established in 2009 as part of a state-backed effort to overhaul youth development. Verified reports show […]
Enyimba FC have moved swiftly to stabilize their team, appointing Crown FC coach, Deji Ayeni, as their new head coach. Ayeni, who officially resumes duties today, will take charge ahead of Sunday’s high profile NPFL encounter against Rangers in Aba. The Ilesa born tactician brings valuable experience to the table, having enjoyed successful spells […]
Preparations for the maiden edition of the West Africa Para Games have been concluded, according to Victor Achakpo, Chairman of the Local Organising Committee (LOC). Addressing journalists at the official press conference in Abeokuta, Ogun State, Achakpo disclosed that the groundbreaking event will welcome more than 700 athletes from across West Africa, with Team Nigeria […]
Moroccan giant RS Berkane have officially arrived in Uyo ahead of their CAF Champions League group stage showdown with Rivers United, scheduled for Friday at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium. The North African side touched down at Victor Attah International Airport at exactly 4:05pm on Wednesday, where they were warmly received by officials of Rivers […]
Super Falcons forward Uchenna Kanu is set to host her annual End-of-Year Event through the Uchenna Kanu Foundation on December 13, 2025, in Umuahia, Abia State, reinforcing her growing influence both on and off the pitch. The 2025 edition will feature a series of community-driven initiatives designed to inspire, educate, and empower young people […]
Nigeria and Brentford defender Benjamin Fredrick has been ruled out of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations after sustaining a knee injury during training with Belgian club FCV Dender. The 19-year old, who is on loan from Brentford, suffered the setback in a closed training session, and early medical assessments indicate he will not recover […]
The Nigeria Aquatics Federation has confirmed that promising swimmers Olaiya Timileyin and Daniel Udoh will represent the country at the 2025 Africa Junior Open Water Championships, scheduled for November 28–30 in Conakry, Guinea. The duo has been undergoing intensive training in Lagos since early November as part of a structured national preparation programme. They are […]
Super Falcons forward and international football icon, Uchenna Grace Kanu, is set to officially launch her highly anticipated debut book titled “Football, My Escape” on December 2, 2025, at the vibrant MADHouse, UNILAG Lagoon Front, Lagos State. The event will bring together fans, industry leaders, media personalities, young athletes, teammates, and well-wishers for an inspiring […]
