Football
Golden Eaglets Soar into Semi-Finals at National Sports Festival
The Golden Eaglets, Nigeria’s five-time world champions, have secured a commanding 5-0 victory over Ebonyi State in the quarter-finals of the football event at the ongoing 22nd National Sports Festival in Ogun State, advancing to the semi-finals. Abdulmuiz Adeleke led the charge, scoring twice after netting the opener in Monday’s 2-1 win against Edo State. […]
Super Eagles Legends Chelle’s Inclusive Squad for Unity Cup
Super Eagles icons Mutiu Adepoju and Garba Lawal have commended Nigeria’s head coach Eric Chelle for his strategic blend of Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) players and foreign-based professionals in the 25-man squad for the 2025 Unity Cup in London. Chelle announced the squad on Wednesday, including 10 home-based players for Nigeria’s semi-final clash against […]
Kwara United Secures Historic President Federation Cup Final
Kwara United has clinched a place in the President Federation Cup final for the first time in 49 years, defeating Rangers International 1-0 in a thrilling semi-final at Mobolaji Johnson Arena on Wednesday. Wasiu Alalade proved to be the match-winner, scoring the only goal in the 48th minute, shortly after the second half began. Despite […]
Tottenham Triumphs in Europa League Final
Tottenham Hotspur ended a 17-year wait for silverware, defeating Manchester United 1-0 in the Europa League final at Bilbao’s San Mames Stadium. Brennan Johnson’s first-half goal secured the victory, delivering head coach Ange Postecoglou’s promise of a trophy in his second season with the club. The win sparked jubilation among the 15,000 Spurs fans in […]
Gusau Outlines Vision for Regional Football Development
Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau, newly appointed President of the West African Football Union (WAFU) Zone B, has unveiled an ambitious plan to advance football in the region, with a focus on grassroots development, youth competitions, and enhanced corporate partnerships. Speaking to the press, Gusau, who also serves as the President of the Nigeria Football Federation […]
Super Eagles Set for Unity Cup and Russia Friendly
Super Eagles head coach Éric Chellé has named a 25-man squad for the Unity Cup Tournament in London, featuring standout players like Moses Simon, Stanley Nwabali, Wilfred Ndidi, and Ahmed Musa. The tournament, set for May 27-31 at the 17,250-capacity Gtech Community Stadium in Brentford, will see Nigeria face Jamaica, Ghana, and Trinidad and Tobago. […]
President Federation Cup Semi-Finals Set for Thrilling Showdowns
The semi-finals of the 2025 President Federation Cup (men’s competition) are set to ignite football fever on Wednesday, May 21, as former champions Enugu Rangers face off against Kwara United at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena in Lagos, while rising stars Ikorodu City clash with surprise contenders Abakaliki FC at Bwari Stadium in Abuja. Both matches […]
Nasarawa State Govt Forms Management for Feeder Team
The Nasarawa State Government has established a three-man Management Committee to oversee the operations of the Nasarawa United Football Club Feeder Team, aiming to bolster talent development and enhance the team’s performance. The committee comprises Andrew Ahmed Alkali as Chairman, Jafaru Rengon Yahaya as Team Manager, and Kolawole Dada as Technical Adviser. The inauguration, held […]
Crystal Palace Claims Historic FA Cup Win Over Manchester City
Crystal Palace etched their name into the history books, securing their first major trophy with a stunning 1-0 victory over Manchester City in the FA Cup final at Wembley Stadium. Eberechi Eze emerged as the hero for Palace, capping a brilliant counter-attack in the 16th minute by calmly converting Daniel Munoz’s pinpoint cross. The goal […]
Salah Slams Liverpool Fans for Booing Trent Alexander-Arnold
Liverpool star Mohamed Salah has publicly condemned fans who booed teammate Trent Alexander-Arnold during his substitute appearance in the team’s 2-2 draw against Arsenal. In an emotional interview with Sky Sports, Salah expressed his disappointment and called for a proper farewell for the lifelong Liverpool player. “I really love him,” Salah said of Alexander-Arnold. “He […]