December 02, 2023
Nigeria: Good Tidings From FIFA for Nigerian Football!
Last Thursday, purely out of curiosity and the unusual invitation I received from Augustine Eguavoen, former captain as well as former Manager of the Super Eagles, for whom I have… Read more »
November 19, 2023
Nigeria/Zimbabwe: 'Sack the Coach', Nigerians React After Super Eagles Fail to Beat Zimbabwe
Reactions have continued to pour in after the Super Eagles settled for a disappointing 1-1 draw against Zimbabwe to make it two consecutive draws in their 2026 FIFA World Cup… Read more »
November 17, 2023
Nigeria/Lesotho: Minister Demands Improvement From Super Eagles, After Lesotho Draw
The Minister of Sports Development, Sen. John Owan-Enoh has expressed concern following the Super Eagles' draw against the Crocodiles of Lesotho on Thursday in Uyo. Read more »
November 16, 2023
Nigeria: Burna Boy, My Favourite Artist - Says Harry Kane
Bayern Munich forward Harry Kane has revealed that he is a fan of Grammy-winning Nigerian singer, Burna Boy. Read more »
November 15, 2023
Nigeria: World Cup Qualifiers - 22 Super Eagles Players Arrive Uyo Camp
The Super Eagles camp for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Lesotho and Zimbabwe has come alive with 22 players on ground. Read more »
November 10, 2023
Nigeria: Nigeria Misses Out As FIFA U-17 World Cup Kicks Off in Indonesia
Nigeria's Golden Eaglets will not participate in the 2023 FIFA U-17 World Cup in Indonesia after failing to reach the semifinal stage at the AFCON U-17 Championship held in Algeria… Read more »
November 09, 2023
Nigeria: 'Every Week Na Complain', Davido Calls Out Man United After Shocking Defeat to Copenhagen
Afrobeats singer, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has called out Manchester United following their shocking 4-3 defeat to FC Copenhagen in Wednesday's Champions League… Read more »
November 06, 2023
Nigeria: Nigeria's FIFA Badge Referee Akintoye Selected for CAF Women's Champions League
Nigerian Elite Referee and FIFA badge, Yemisi Akintoye has been selected for the 2023 African Women's Champions League taking place in Cote d'Ivoire from Nov. 5 to Nov. 19. Read more »
Nigeria: NPFL - 12,000-Capacity Stadium Filled As Doma United Thrash Rival Gombe United 3-0
Doma United's head coach, Akinade Onigbinde, has praised fans of both Gombe United and his team for peacefully comporting themselves during their Match Day seven fixture of the… Read more »
November 01, 2023
Nigeria: CAF Awards 2023 - Osimhen Makes Group of 30 Nominees for Men's Award
Super Eagles and Napoli forward, Victor Osimhen, has been nominated for the 2023 CAF Men Player of the Year award. Read more »
October 30, 2023
Nigeria: 2023 Ballon d'Or - Osimhen Ranked 8th Best Player in the World
Nigerian and Napoli forward Victor Osimhen has been ranked 8th Best Player in the world at the 2023 Ballon d'Or in Paris, France. Read more »
October 24, 2023
Nigeria: African Football League - Moroccan Authorities Delay Enyimba's Flight By 6 Hours
The Moroccan authorities have deployed ugly tactics to frustrate Enyimba FC, Nigeria's flag-bearer in the ongoing African Football League. Read more »
October 23, 2023
Nigeria: Google Doodle Pays Tribute to Nigeria's All-Time Top Scorer Rahidi Yekini At 60
Google Doodle celebrates the 60th birthday of the iconic Nigerian football player and all-time top scorer, Rashidi Yekini. His journey to stardom was one filled with challenges and… Read more »
October 17, 2023
Algeria: Algeria Agrees to Host Palestine National Team Matches
Algeria says it has agreed to host the Palestine national team's upcoming football matches, including the World Cup qualifiers, following a request from the Palestinian FA. Read more »
Nigeria: 'I'm Happy', Says Jose Peseiro After Ending Super Eagles Winless Run
Jose Peseiro has said he is delighted after the Super Eagles ended their winless run in friendly games. Read more »
October 16, 2023
Nigeria/Mozambique: Win Over Mozambique Morale Booster for Super Eagles - NFF
The General Secretary of Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Mohammed Sanusi has hailed the Super Eagles for their victory over Mozambique, saying it is, indeed, a morale booster… Read more »
Nigeria/Mozambique: Super Eagles Win First Friendly in Five Years After Beating Mozambique
Nigeria's Super Eagles secured their first international friendly victory since 2019 after beating 10-man Mozambique 3-2 in a thrilling game on Monday. Read more »
October 12, 2023
Africa: Afcon Draw - Mikel, Drogba, Mane, Hakimi Named As 'Star-Studded' Draw Assistants
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) have announced that the quartet of Mikel Obi, Didier Drogba, Sadio Mane, and Achraf Hakimi will 'serve' as draw assistants for the 2023… Read more »
September 26, 2023
Nigeria: La Liga Club Cadiz Pay Tribute to Mohbad With Customised Jersey
Spanish club, Cadiz CF has paid tribute to late Nigerian singer Mohbad with a customised jersey. Read more »
September 21, 2023
Nigeria: Super Eagles Drop in Latest FIFA Ranking Despite Sao Tome and Principe Rout
Super Eagles of Nigeria have dropped a place in the latest FIFA rankings released on Thursday. Read more »
August 25, 2023
Nigeria: How Corruption in Nigeria Killed My Football Career - Singer Crayon
Nigerian singer, Charles Chibuezechukwu, aka Crayon, has revealed how he wanted to become a professional footballer but corruption in Nigeria killed the dream. Read more »
Nigeria: Super Falcons Move Eight Spots, Now 32nd in Latest FIFA Rankings
Nigeria's Super Falcons have moved eight places to become 32nd in the world and 1st in Africa in the latest FIFA Women's ranking released on Friday. Read more »
August 08, 2023
Nigeria: Super Falcons Forward, Oparanozie Apologises Over Penalty Miss Against England
Desire Oparanozie, Super Falcons striker, has apologised to Nigerians for missing her penalty kick in their Round of 16 match loss to England at 2023 Women's World Cup (WWC) in… Read more »
July 29, 2023
Nigeria: Chelsea Agree Deal to Sign French-Nigerian Ugochukwu
Chelsea have agreed a deal to sign France U-19 international and Rennes midfielder Lesly Ugochukwu in a deal worth €27.5 million. Read more »
July 27, 2023
Nigeria: FIFA Secretary-General, Samoura Speaks At AWIEF2023
The Secretary-General of the International Association of Football Federations, FIFA, Fatma Samoura is billed to speak as the keynote speaker at the forthcoming AWIEF2023, between… Read more »