15 Over the course of a fortnight, Nigeria’s J’Tigress joined their contemporaries in South Africa for the FIBA ​​U18 Women’s AfroBasket and the ‘Young Cats’ didn’t just show up, they shined. Courage, heart and an unmatched vibe both on and off the court was what characterized J’Tigress and her participation. The team went from the brink of elimination in the …

– Continue reading after the announcement – Former Nigeria international defender Emeka Ezeugo says Austine Eguavoen should resign from his position as technical director of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) if he wants to remain the head coach of the senior national team, OwnGoalNigeria.com reports. Eguavoen was given a two-game mandate to lead the team in the AFCON qualifiers against …

As Team Nasarawa continues its quest for a first medal at the eighth edition of the National Youth Games in Asaba, Delta State, its athletes have shown commendable resilience and determination to live up to expectations. On Saturday, the men’s hockey team made a strong statement by defeating Bayelsa team 2-1 in their opening match before thrashing Borno team 3-0 …

Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen grabbed an assist on his debut for Galatasaray in their 5-0 win over Rizespor in the Turkish Super Lig on Saturday. Osimhen was named in Galatasaray’s starting XI despite having joined the club on loan from Napoli just a few days ago. He thought he had put Galatasaray ahead in the 25th minute when he …

0 Nigerian duo Gift Monday and Rinsola Babajide were in top form as UDG Tenerife claimed a convincing 4-1 win over Sevilla in a Liga F match on Saturday. On Monday he was the star of the match, scoring two goals in the first half to lead the UDG Tenerife attack. He scored his first goal in the 22nd minute …

Sheikh Maruwf Salaudeen, the Olubori Adeen of Egba Land, has been recognised by the Ogun State Football Association (FA) for his outstanding contributions to grassroots football and youth development, sports247 reports. The award, presented by FA President, Alhaji Ganiyu Majekodunmi, commended Salaudeen’s continued philanthropic work in sports which has positively impacted numerous young lives in Ogun State. In his acceptance …

13 Spanish club Villarreal CF B have signed Nigerian defender Ekerette Udom from Rivers United. The 21-year-old has signed a two-year contract with the Spanish side, with the option to extend it for a further year. Udom, who previously played for Vandrezzer FC, Nasarawa United and Sunshine Stars, will be looking to make an impact at Villarreal CF B and …

– Continue reading after the announcement – 61-year-old Swede Janne Andersson is still keen on becoming the head coach of the Nigerian senior national team despite failing to reach an agreement with the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) a month ago, OwnGoalNigeria.com reports. The NFF offered Andersson the position but he was undecided on when to resume his new role and …

Ramot Ayodele, a young karateka from the Lagos team, clinched a bronze medal in the -47kg category at the 8th National Youth Games in Asaba. Speaking to Sports247, Ayodele expressed his disappointment and alleged that he was unfairly deprived of a gold or silver medal due to biased refereeing. Read also: ASABA 2024: Victor Effiong Okon reviews the success of …

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta says Raheem Sterling is eager to prove something to the Gunners. The England international has joined on a season-long loan from Chelsea and could be called into action against Tottenham on Sunday. Talking to him club websiteArteta said Sterling brings a wealth of experience to the squad and will play a vital role in the Gunners’ …