Football

CAF selects Nigerian referee Yemisi Akintoye , 45 others for African Cup of Nations

Paul Dada

10 months ago

This year's selection marks a significant increase in the number of match officials, surpassing the previous record of 40 that…

Al-Hilal president opens up on failed Osimhen deal

Paul Dada

10 months ago

Al-Hilal has recently appointed Simone Inzaghi as their new manager, but the club's transfer struggles continue to be a challenge.

Poland coach quits amid captaincy row with Lewandowski

Femi Fabunmi

10 months ago

Probierz said, “Being coach of Poland was a dream come true and the biggest honor of my career. But I…

Grealish’s City future in doubt after club World Cup snub

Femi Fabunmi

10 months ago

Despite given the opportunity to register 35 players, City named just 27 for the tournament in the United States starting…

Road to 2026: Eleven nations punch tickets to historic World Cup (Full list)

Femi Fabunmi

10 months ago

With qualifying matches progressing across continents, more teams are steadily booking their tickets to the first-ever 48-team World Cup, set…

Refereeing jinx shattered as Nigeria’s Akintoye makes WAFCON list

Femi Fabunmi

10 months ago

Akintoye, who hails from the Lagos State Referees Council, was among the elite group of African women referees invited for…

Tuchel reacts after England’s shock defeat to Senegal

Femi Fabunmi

10 months ago

Tuchel already facing criticisms from many English football fans due to the results being churned out by the Three Lions…

Flawless streak continues: Ancelotti’s Brazil qualify for every World Cup In history

Femi Fabunmi

10 months ago

After a goalless debut under Ancelotti against Ecuador last week, Brazil bounced back with a crucial win thanks to a…

Senegal become first African team to beat England

Ayorinde Oluokun

10 months ago

The result meant Senegal stretched their unbeaten streak to 24 games,

We achieved our objectives with the Unity Cup Tournament, Russia games – Gusau

Femi Fabunmi

10 months ago

Tournament in London and the friendly match with the Russia senior national team in Moscow, all within the past 12…

FIFA World Club: Tems to perform at opening ceremony

Femi Fabunmi

10 months ago

Nigerian singer Tems will perform at the first-ever halftime show of a FIFA Club World Cup final. The event…

Manchester United turn attention to Victor Osimhen after Saudi snub

Femi Fabunmi

10 months ago

Sources confirmed that Osimhen recently rejected a highly lucrative offer from Saudi Arabian club Al Hilal, opting instead to continue…

Doubt hangs over Boniface Super Eagles future after announcing retirement on social media

Femi Fabunmi

10 months ago

Victor Boniface's social media post hinting at retiring from the Super Eagles of Nigeria shortly after the international friendly with…

Mobolaji Johnson Arena to host 2025 President Federation Cup grand finale

Femi Fabunmi

10 months ago

The compact but dainty facility by the waterfront hosted last year’s grand finale, in which El-Kanemi Warriors defeated Abia Warriors…

Countdown to the Club World Cup: Analyzing Africa’s Strongest Contenders

Ayorinde Oluokun

10 months ago

The 2025 Club World Cup is a challenge but also an opportunity for African football. Although immediate success is unrealistic,…

NPFL: President Tinubu set to host champions Remo Stars at Aso Villa

Femi Fabunmi

10 months ago

The visit will happen before the new 2025/26 football season starts.

Super Falcons’ Rasheedat Ajibade set to announce new club after exiting Atletico Madrid

Femi Fabunmi

10 months ago

Super Falcons win the match by 2-0 and are now in top gear for the forthcoming WAFCON in Morocco.

Portugal edge Spain in tense penalty showdown to lift Nations League trophy

Kazeem Ugbodaga

10 months ago

However, Cristiano Ronaldo levelled the score in the 61st minute, seizing on a loose ball in the box and calmly…

Lewandowski stuns fans with shock Poland exit

Kazeem Ugbodaga

10 months ago

The dramatic decision follows a contentious period between the two men, culminating in Probierz stripping Lewandowski of the captaincy and…

Neymar tests positive for COVID-19

Oluwapelumi Oluwayemi

10 months ago

The 33-year-old forward reportedly began exhibiting symptoms of the virus on Thursday, prompting immediate medical testing. According to Santos’ official…

Osimhen says no to Al Hilal’s €75m offer, Galatasaray’s hopes revived

Paul Dada

10 months ago

The future of the talented striker remains uncertain, but one thing is clear: Osimhen's decision to reject Al Hilal's offer…

IFAB introduces new football rules ahead of 2025/26 season

Femi Fabunmi

10 months ago

One of the key changes is a new eight-second limit on how long goalkeepers can hold the ball. If exceeded,…

FIFA Club World Cup: Referees to wear cameras, use offside tech gadget

Femi Fabunmi

10 months ago

This groundbreaking innovation is designed to offer fans a unique, first-person perspective of the game and shed new light on…

Ashleigh Plumptre clears air on NFF allegation post, blames hackers

Femi Fabunmi

10 months ago

Ashleigh warned her fans not to believe any news from unverified sources. Instead, she advised them to follow only her…

Plumptre breaks silence on Super Falcons exclusion

Femi Fabunmi

10 months ago

In a candid post on her official Facebook page, Plumptre revealed that her refusal to yield to certain questionable demands…

“I don hang boot”: Boniface bows out of Super Eagles in emotional post

Femi Fabunmi

10 months ago

By Femi Fabunmi Bayer Leverkusen striker Victor Boniface has sparked speculation about his international future after posting an emotional message…

Chelle speaks on Super Eagles’ playing pattern

Paul Dada

10 months ago

“When I say the game was not easy, it was because we played against a very good team. They had…

EPL: Tottenham eye Brentford’s Thomas Frank after sacking Postecoglou

Femi Fabunmi

10 months ago

By Femi Fabunmi English Premier League side, Tottenham Hotspur are expected to name a new head coach next week following…

Haaland, Nusa run riot as Norway crush woeful Italy in Oslo

Kazeem Ugbodaga

10 months ago

The hosts weren’t done yet. On the stroke of halftime, Martin Ødegaard delivered a perfectly weighted ball into the path…

International Friendly: Super Eagles, Russia share spoils in Moscow

Femi Fabunmi

10 months ago

By Femi Fabunmi An under-strength Nigeria side showcased resilience and character on Friday night, holding Russia’s in-form Sbornaya to a…

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