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Gusau vows to continue supporting women’s football

The President of the Nigeria Football Federation, Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau, reiterated that his administration is committed to providing more opportunities for women to enhance their capacity and also find gainful employment within the Nigerian football ecosystem as they develop. Speaking at the opening ceremony of the three-module CAF-C Licensed Coaching Course (for women only) in Abuja on Monday, Gusau …

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Edo Queens Commence CAF WCL Preparation

Edo Queens Commence CAF WCL Preparation – Latest Sports News In Nigeria The camp is set up at the Edo State University Stadium in Iyamu, and will last for one month. This intense training period is part of their buildup to the WAFU-B playoff tournament, which is scheduled to take place in Cote d’Ivoire from …

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Cagliari are negotiating the signing of the Super Eagles striker valued at 5 million euros after scoring 22 goals last season

Serie A side Cagliari have identified 29-year-old Nigerian striker Cyriel Dessers as one of the options to strengthen their attack ahead of the start of next season. Own goal Nigeria.com understands. They have reportedly made an approach to bring the striker back to Serie A, but Rangers’ asking price of €5m is causing the deal to stall as they want …

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NFF to soon unveil strategy to revitalize Nigerian youth football, reveals Ganiyu Majekodunmi

The youth committee of Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) is preparing to make public its strategy to revive effective progress in the development of the round leather game. Read also: Ibrahim Gusau congratulates Silas Agara on his appointment as NDE Director General by President Tinubu This was revealed at the weekend by the committee chairman and NFF board member, Alhaji Ganiyu …

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Itsekiri expresses hope for Paris 2024 Olympics

Itsekiri expresses hope for 2024 Paris Olympics – Latest Sports News in Nigeria The Olympic Games, which will begin on July 26 in France, will see the Nigerian team compete in several events. Since their debut in Helsinki 1952, Nigerian athletes have participated in every edition of the Summer Olympic Games except the 1976 Montreal …

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The 34-cap Super Eagles ace is close to joining MLS side FC Cincinnati

Reports circulating in the United States of America indicate that Nigerian international defender Chidozie Awaziem is close to a transfer to MLS side FC Cincinnati. Own goal Nigeria.com understands. The 27-year-old will join the team from Portuguese club Boavista, where he made 22 appearances last season, earning him a place in Nigeria’s senior national team for the Africa Cup of …

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Mainoo is technically and mentally gifted –Ten Hag

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has described England midfielder Kobbie Mainoo as a technically and mentally gifted player. The Dutch coach made this clear after his impressive performance at the current Euro 2024. Let’s remember that the midfielder will be a starter in tonight’s final between England and Spain. Read also: Euro 2024: I can stand the boos from …

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Saudi Arabia appoints Nigerian Olympic star as technical director

Saudi Arabia appoints Nigerian Olympic star as head coach – Latest Nigeria Sports News Udo-Obong, who won gold at the 2000 Sydney Olympics, will take up his new role this weekend. The Olympian will lead the Saudi Arabian team to the Paris Olympics, which begin on July 26. Prior to this role, Udo-Obong served as …

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Super Eagles to qualify for 2026 World Cup: New Lazio signing assures Nigerians

Newly signed Lazio midfielder Fisayo Dele-Bashiru says Nigeria’s Super Eagles will make it to the 2026 World Cup despite being winless in their first four qualifying games. Own goal Nigeria.com reports. The Super Eagles are currently fifth in their group, four points behind leaders Rwanda, after drawing 1-1 with South Africa and losing 1-2 to Benin Republic in the final …

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