Football

DR Congo end 52-year wait with dramatic World Cup qualification

Kazeem Ugbodaga

3 hours ago

The Democratic Republic of Congo have secured a historic return to the FIFA World Cup, ending a 52-year absence with…

Super Eagles surrender lead as Jordan force dramatic draw

Kazeem Ugbodaga

7 hours ago

Jordan rallied from behind to secure a 2-2 draw against Nigeria on Tuesday, which impressed going forward but lost grip…

Infantino backs Iran’s place at 2026 World Cup in United States

Femi Fabunmi

7 hours ago

Meanwhile, Iran recently played friendly matches in Turkey, including one against Nigeria. During the games, Iranian players wore black armbands…

La Liga shortlist Nigeria’s duo of Ejuke, Adams for African player of the year

Femi Fabunmi

13 hours ago

This system ensures that both public opinion and professional analysis play a role in deciding who takes home the prestigious…

Napoli to punish Romelu Lukaku

Michael Adesina

15 hours ago

“The club reserves the right to evaluate the adoption of appropriate disciplinary measures as well as the continuation of the…

Nigeria vs Jordan: Super Eagles face World cup-bound side in friendly clash

Femi Fabunmi

18 hours ago

Historically, Nigeria and Jordan have faced each other twice at the senior level, with each team winning one match. Nigeria…

Ghana sack coach Otto Addo weeks before World Cup

Michael Adesina

20 hours ago

The decision comes shortly after Ghana’s 2-1 defeat to Germany national football team in an international friendly on Monday in…

Undav strikes late as Germany stun Ghana in thrilling comeback win

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 day ago

Ghana responded strongly in the second half and levelled in the 70th minute through Issahaku Fatawu, who fired a superb…

EPL: VAR under fire as fans call for Its removal

Femi Fabunmi

1 day ago

More than 75% of Premier League fans want VAR (Video Assistant Referee) to be removed, according to a survey by…

Nigeria Vs Jordan: Super Eagles’ goalie, Okoye ruled out of Tuesday’s encounter

Femi Fabunmi

1 day ago

The 26-year-old had featured in Nigeria’s 2-1 victory over Iran last Friday, putting in a solid performance between the sticks.

Nigeria aim for victory as Super Eagles face Jordan in friendly

Femi Fabunmi

1 day ago

Playing in the Europa League is an amazing feeling, especially when I think about how I started my career and…

CAF names Nigeria’s Samson Adamu acting General Secretary

Femi Fabunmi

2 days ago

Nigeria’s Samson Adamu has been appointed as the Acting General Secretary of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), marking a…

Tottenham sacks Igor Tudor after miserable 37 days in charge

Kazeem Ugbodaga

3 days ago

Tottenham Hotspur have announced the mutual departure of Head Coach Igor Tudor with immediate effect, bringing to a close one…

Debut delight: Fernandez speaks on first Nigeria appearance

Femi Fabunmi

3 days ago

There was a big age difference between us over 15 years so while I was still young, he already had…

AFCON Drama: Senegal damn consequences, parade trophy in France

Femi Fabunmi

3 days ago

Morocco has only won AFCON once before, in 1976. They are now preparing for the upcoming World Cup, which they…

Barcelona rocked by fresh Raphinha setback

Michael Adesina

4 days ago

Barcelona, in a statement, said the expected recovery period is about five weeks — ruling Raphinha out of a crucial…

Breaking: Simon, Adams fire Super Eagles to thrilling win over Iran

Kazeem Ugbodaga

4 days ago

The second half saw the Super Eagles extend their advantage shortly after the restart. In the 51st minute, Akor Adams…

Super Eagles XI vs Iran: Okoye, Lookman, Adams start

Michael Adesina

5 days ago

Super Eagles head coach Éric Chelle has unveiled his starting lineup for Nigeria’s international friendly against Iran.

Ronaldo set to join World Cup oldest players list

Michael Adesina

5 days ago

At 41, the Portugal captain will make his sixth and reportedly final World Cup appearance, continuing a career defined by…

World Cup Playoffs Begins: Super Eagles miss out as Six teams battle for two spots

Femi Fabunmi

5 days ago

The race for the last spots in the FIFA World Cup 2026 is now at a crucial stage. Six countries…

Nigeria-eligible keeper Goodman edges closer to Canada’s World Cup squad

Michael Adesina

6 days ago

The 21-year-old shot-stopper currently on the books of Crystal Palace, who is eligible to play for Nigeria, Canada or England,…

Big Derby Win for Arbeloa, Valverde Keeps Going

Ayorinde Oluokun

6 days ago

Bellingham is back as well, which gives Arbeloa another option, but also another problem. Because now it’s about fitting everything…

PSG get Ligue 1 match postponed ahead of Liverpool UCL clash

Femi Fabunmi

6 days ago

Paris Saint-Germain’s important Ligue 1 match against Lens, originally set for April 11, has been moved to May 13.

Iran confident ahead of clash with Nigeria – Abarghouei

Femi Fabunmi

6 days ago

The match is expected to be a competitive one, as both teams aim to test their strength, improve team chemistry,…

Zidane reaches verbal agreement to become next France Coach after World Cup

Kazeem Ugbodaga

6 days ago

“Zidane’s currently not talking to any other club/national team, as there’s verbal pact for Zizou to take over at France…

FIFA sets 26-player squad limit for expanded 2026 World Cup

Kazeem Ugbodaga

6 days ago

The rule keeps the same squad size used in Qatar 2022, where the limit was temporarily raised from the traditional…

Pressure mounts on Slot as Liverpool turn to Alonso

Femi Fabunmi

6 days ago

However, the club’s leaders do not want to make any changes right now because Liverpool are still playing in two…

International Friendlies: Full house in Eagles’ camp as Ndidi arrives; injury ousts Bassey

Femi Fabunmi

7 days ago

The coming into town of team captain Wilfred Ndidi on Wednesday afternoon drew the curtain on expected arrivals in the…

EPL: Mohamed Salah to leave Liverpool after nine years

Femi Fabunmi

7 days ago

Salah joined Liverpool in 2017 from AS Roma for €42 million. Since then, he has become one of the club’s…

Breaking: Mohamed Salah announces Liverpool departure at end of Season

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 week ago

His 255 goals in 435 appearances place him third on Liverpool’s all-time scoring list, behind only Ian Rush and Roger…

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