The Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF) has announced a significant increase in the prize money for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Ivory Coast. Winner of the tournament will now receive $7 million and the runner-up will be awarded $4 million, reflecting a 40% increase from previous editions.     Additionally, the semi-finalists will each receive $2.5 million, while …

Amaju Pinnick Backs Finidi for Super Eagles Job – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Finidi is currently the interim coach of the team following the exit of Jose Peseiro, whose contract expired after the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations.     Pinnick argued that the UCL winner has the experience as both a player and …

The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) displayed resilience in the opening match of the 2nd edition of the Governor Abdullahi Sule Inter-Security Agencies Unity Cup Football Tournament, securing a thrilling 2-1 victory over the Nigerian Police Force. Charles Dodo provided an early lead for the Nigerian Police Force, but the FRSC rallied from behind with Aliyu and Chidera Nduka scoring …

Cyriel Dessers was in action for Rangers who hammered Livingston 4-0 to qualify for the semi-finals of the Scottish League Cup. Dessers came on before the start of the second half for the Scottish giants. However, Leon Balogun did not feature as he was an unused substitute. A goal each from Ridvan Yilmaz, Ryan Jack and a brace from Abdallah …

In the recent Lagos State Football Association (FA) bye-elections, Dotun Coker emerged as the sole qualified candidate for the Vice-Chairman seat following a rigorous screening process conducted by the Electoral Committee. The Lagos State Football Association Electoral Committee, led by Alhaji Tijani Abdulazeez, screened candidates for the vacant Vice-Chairman position. Initially, two aspirants, Abdulrahman Abolore and Adedotun Coker, obtained nomination …

Chelsea Spanish left-back Marc Cucurella has been linked with a move to Premier League club Manchester United this current summer transfer window. According to MARCA the Red Devils are currently on the lookout for a new defender after since Luke Shaw and Tyrell Malacia are sidelined with injuries. Cucurella has found game time hard to come by since Chelsea signed …

Victor Osimhen and Samuel Chukwueze were included in the Serie A Team of the Week. The Team of the Week was compiled by football facts and statistics website, whoscored.com. Chukwueze was impressive for AC Milan who thrashed Lecce 3-0 at the San Siro. The Super Eagles forward marked his impressive performance with an assist for Milan’s opener scored by Christian …

Ajagba Set to Return with Guido Vianello Bout Lined Up – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Scheduled as the co-main event on April 13th, the fight night will also feature Jared Anderson facing off against Ryad Merhy.     Ajagba, holding the prestigious World Boxing Council silver title, has been on a winning streak in …

Terem Moffi, despite the setback of missing the upcoming 2023 African Cup of Nations, is solely focused on helping to his club, OGC Nice. Moffi scored twice in the AFCON qualifiers, but found himself excluded from Nigeria’s squad bound for the tournament in Cote D’Ivoire later this month.   Super Eagles head coach, Jose Peseiro chose Sadiq Umar, Victor Osimhen, …

Rudi Garcia jokingly admitted his Napoli is playing well without injured star striker Victor Osimhen. Napoli defeated Salernitana 2-0 on Saturday, it’s their third victory in the absence of the Nigerian international. Garcia without Osimhen, has had Giamoco Raspadori, Kvicha Kvaratskhelia, and Matteo Politano linking up well in the attack. “He (Osimhen) is a problem and yet we cannot wait …