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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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
By Aderonke Onaolapo Chelsea will make the trip to Molineux to take on Wolverhampton Wanderers in the fourth round of the Carabao Cup, following Wednesday’s draw. The Blues secured their spot in the next round with a 2-1 victory over Lincoln City at the LNER Stadium. Tyrique George’s stunning 20-yard effort and Facundo Buonanotte’s first […]
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 Football Federation (NFF) wishes to address recent reports and speculations regarding possible amendments to its Statutes. For the avoidance of doubt, there are no plans to amend the NFF Statutes at the 2025 Annual General Assembly, scheduled for 27 September 2025. Any suggestions to the contrary are unfounded. As part of standard procedure, […]
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 […]
Tottenham Hotspur manager Thomas Frank has confirmed that England captain Harry Kane would be welcomed back to North London if he decides to leave Bayern Munich. Kane, who left Spurs in 2023 to join the German champions, has a £54 million release clause in his contract. Reports suggest that Tottenham retain first option on the […]
