Nigeria’s U-17 women’s team, the Flamingos, stepped up their preparations for the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup with a comfortable 3-0 win over Youngstar Football Academy. The Nigerian side made a bright start and took the lead in the 16th minute when Chisom Emmanuella Chukwuemeka found the back of the net. The Flamingos returned…
Côte d’Ivoire has received a major boost ahead of future international competitions after the Confederation of African Football (CAF) approved six of its major stadiums for international matches. The decision reflects the country’s continued investment in football and strengthens its position as one of Africa’s leading destinations for major sporting events. The approved stadiums are…
Nigeria could be without several key players for the Super Eagles’ September Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers after a series of injuries hit players at their respective European clubs. At least six Nigerian internationals are currently dealing with fitness problems, leaving head coach Eric Chelle with selection concerns as he prepares for the crucial international…
…LSA Has become an Asset to Nigeria- Mutiu Adepoju Lanreleke Sports Academy has concluded its 2026 sports trial for 186 candidates who participated in football, basketball and athletics, The trial held at LSA Sports complex was part of the academy’s efforts to discover and develop young sporting talents. The management of the academy said previous…
Liverpool have officially announced the signing of French forward Bradley Barcola from Paris Saint-Germain. The huge deal bolsters the team’s attacking line and hands manager Andoni Iraola one of the most prominent attacking talents in European football. Sources at “ESPN” report the guaranteed value of the deal reached 106 million pounds, rising to 123 million…
Novak Djokovic endured a brutal night at the US Open before suffering a stunning first-round defeat to Argentina’s Mariano Navone. The 24-time Grand Slam winner spent four hours and 36 minutes battling through severe physical discomfort on Arthur Ashe Stadium before eventually losing 7-6 (5), 5-7, 4-6, 6-2, 6-1. Djokovic’s problems became evident early in…
Lionel Messi has brought his Argentina career to an end after earning 207 caps for the national team. The 39-year-old made his senior debut for Argentina in 2005 and went on to enjoy one of the most decorated international careers in football history. His major achievements include the 2022 FIFA World Cup and two Copa…
Nigeria’s Junior Female YellowGreens got their ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup Africa Qualifier campaign off to a positive start with a four-wicket victory over Uganda U19 Women in Tanzania on Sunday. Uganda found it difficult to score freely against the Nigerian attack, finishing their 20 overs on 57 runs for the loss of seven…
Super Eagles left-back Zaidu Sanusi is expected to be out of action for about two months after medical examinations confirmed an adductor injury in his right leg. The FC Porto defender picked up the injury during his side’s 3-0 win over Académico de Viseu on Saturday. Sanusi, who started the encounter, was forced to leave…
Nigeria’s football authorities are awaiting FIFA’s response after senior officials of the National Sports Commission (NSC) and the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) arrived in Zurich, Switzerland, for talks with the world football governing body. The Nigerian delegation comprises NSC Chairman Shehu Dikko, NFF Acting General Secretary Dr Emmanuel Ikpeme and the federation’s Head of Legal…
