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Anambra Beach Soccer Warriors are the new king of beach soccer in Nigeria, following a nail-biting penalty shootout defeat of Cup holders Kebbi Fishers in Sunday’s well-attended final at the Jabi Lake Resort, Abuja. Regulation time had ended in a pulsating 3-3 draw. President of the Nigeria Football Federation, Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau (MON), NFF […]

Captain William Ekong and fellow defender Benjamin Fredericks were being expected at the Super Eagles’ hotel in Rabat, Morocco on Sunday night, to join the seven-man early crew of defender Calvin Bassey, midfielders Alex Iwobi and Wilfred Ndidi, and forwards Simon Moses, Tolu Arokodare, Olakunle Olusegun, and Samuel Chukwueze. Most of the remaining 15 players […]

In a show of professionalism and player welfare, Abia Comets FC have carried out a full round of electrocardiogram (ECG) and medical tests on both new signings and retained players as preparations intensify for the 2025/2026 Nigeria National League (NNL) season. The comprehensive assessment, held in Umuahia, covered key health areas including cardiovascular screening, physical […]

Matchweek 12 of the Nigeria Premier Football League delivered a mix of excitement and tension on Sunday, November 9, as fans witnessed dramatic encounters across several match centers. Wikki Tourists edged Niger Tornadoes 1–0 in Bauchi, securing three crucial points in front of their home crowd. The hard fought victory came through a second half […]

Atalanta head coach Ivan Jurić has dismissed talk of a fallout with Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman, following a tense exchange during the club’s recent Champions League outing. Lookman, who has endured a slow start to the season after a failed summer move to Inter Milan, appeared frustrated when he was substituted for Yunus Musah in […]

Captain William Ekong, ace forward Victor Osimhen, goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali, and defenders Bright Osayi-Samuel and Calvin Bassey have been included in Nigeria’s 24-man list for next week’s 2026 FIFA World Cup African Play-off Tournament in Rabat, Morocco. Super Eagles’ Head Coach Eric Chelle has also included 89-cap midfielder Alex Iwobi, exciting young defender Benjamin Fredericks, […]

The Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo has once again proven why it’s called the Nest of Champions, after retaining its status as Nigeria’s only Confederation of African Football (CAF) approved venue for international matches. Following a recent CAF inspection, the 30,000 capacity arena ticked all the boxes for hosting top level continental and global […]

Gabon head coach Thierry Mouyouma has released a powerful 26man squad for their crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup playoff clash against Nigeria’s Super Eagles. The list features experienced captain Pierre Emerick Aubameyang and midfield enforcer Mario Lemina, both of whom will be key as the Panthers aim to secure a historic first-ever World Cup qualification. […]

Rivers United are not taking any chances as they gear up for the CAF Champions League group stage, the Port Harcourt outfit are set to make a few last minute additions to their squad. Head coach Finidi George revealed that the team is looking to bring in one or two new players before their opening […]

Nigerian Duo Ghali Ahmed and Tijani Muhammad Set for European Action with SK Sigma Olomou Two promising Nigerian forwards, Ghali Ahmed from Kano and Tijani Muhammad from Kaduna, have been named in SK Sigma Olomouc’s squad for their crucial UEFA Europa Conference League clash against Armenian side FC Noah. The exciting pair have already made […]