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The rugby sevens tournament at the 2025 National Youth Games kicked off in Asaba on Sunday, August 31, with electrifying displays of speed, skill, and determination from the nation’s top U15 players. Day One delivered commanding performances in both the boys’ and girls’ categories, setting up a high-stakes finale on Monday, September 1. Girls’ […]
Wolverhampton Wanderers have completed the signing of Nigerian striker Tolu Arokodare from Belgian side KRC Genk on transfer deadline day. The 24 year-old, who clinched the Belgian Pro League Golden Boot last season with 21 league goals and 23 in all competitions, joins Wolves on a four year deal with the option of an […]
Bayelsa United and Warri Wolves have emerged as early frontrunners in the 2025/26 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season after impressive victories on Matchday 2. In Yenagoa, Bayelsa United secured a convincing 2-0 win over Barau FC, with Wisdom Magbisa converting a penalty in the 59th minute before Ofem Inoyayi added a second to […]
As the clock ticks down on the 2025 summer transfer window—set to slam shut at 11pm today, September 1—football fans across Nigeria and beyond are glued to their screens, awaiting last-minute drama. For the Super Eagles, Nigeria’s beloved national team, this deadline day could reshape the careers of several key players. With clubs scrambling to […]
From the streets of Monrovia to the stadiums of Milan, footballing talent has often flowed from one generation to the next. A select group of father son duos have both played at the highest level. Cesare and Paolo Maldini (Italy) Cesare Maldini, a European Cup winner with AC Milan in 1963, laid […]
Nigerian forward Christantus Uche has officially left Getafe to join Crystal Palace in a deal worth around €20 million. The 22 year old was initially close to signing for Wolverhampton Wanderers, but negotiations collapsed due to unresolved personal terms. Palace stepped in to match Wolves’ offer, striking a deal that gives Uche his long […]
Rwanda’s delegation to Saturday’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match against Nigeria will arrive in Lagos on Tuesday afternoon. A one-man advance party will be in Lagos on Monday, but the full delegation will make landfall in Lagos on Tuesday aboard a Rwandair Airline flight at 1.15pm, and will proceed to Uyo, capital of Akwa […]
Liverpool have wrapped up a sensational summer transfer window, confirming five major arrivals worth over £395 million and breaking the British transfer record on Deadline Day. The Reds’ business was headlined by the capture of Alexander Isak from Newcastle United for £125 million, a deal that could rise to £130m with add ons, making him […]
Fulham are on the verge of completing a deal for Nigerian winger Samuel Chukwueze, with negotiations at an advanced stage between the Premier League club and AC Milan. According to multiple reports, the agreement is structured as a loan with an obligation to buy, with the total package expected to be worth around €24–25 million. […]
Manchester United have launched a fresh attempt to sign Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano “Emi” Martínez as the transfer deadline looms. The Red Devils have reopened talks with Martínez’s representatives and Aston Villa after a turbulent start to the season exposed the team’s vulnerabilities between the posts. André Onana’s poor performance in the Carabao Cup defeat […]
