The Nigeria Football Federation has congratulated the Government and people of the Kingdom of Morocco over Wednesday’s decision by FIFA that the North African country will co-host the 2030 FIFA World Cup finals with Spain and Portugal. Morocco first threw her hat into the ring more than three decades ago, with a bid to host football’s biggest showpiece in 1994, …

Exclusive! Why CAF Snubbed Nigerian Referees for 2023 AFCON – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Doue cited the reason for Nigerian Referees not being selected due to the perception that they are not the best available.     Speaking during a …

Manchester City manager, Pep Guardiola, has admitted that the trio of Kevin De Bruyne, Ederson and Bernardo Silva may leave Etihad this summer. The Spanish tactician made this known on Sunday during the Citizens’ open bus title parade.   Read Also: Barcelona’s New Coach Will Suffer –Xavi He said Man City will have to step up their game in a …

Abia Warriors emerged champions of the 2023 Tico/Select Pre-season Tournament after a pulsating encounter that kept spectators on the edge of their seats from start to finish. Read Also: Danielle Williams Aims To Challenge World Record Holder Tobi Amusan In Diamond League Final It was a game that two national team players that represented Nigeria at the 2023 FIFA Under-20 …

Raphael Onyedika Wins Belgian Pro League Title – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Nigerian midfielder Raphael Onyedika clinched the 2023-2024 Belgian League title with Club Brugge.Onyedika, an integral part of the team, had a solid campaign for the club across all competitions.       Club Brugge sealed the championship with a hard-fought 0-0 draw …

Defender Semi Ajayi’s 67th minute equalizer rescued the Super Eagles from an embarrassing defeat at the Godswill Akpabio stadium in Uyo. The Peseiro-led side went behind after Motlomelo Mkwanazi gave the 153rd FIFA ranked Crocodiles a shock lead ahead of the star studded Nigerian team. Nigeria was the massive favourites against the lowly rated side until Motlomelo Mkhwanazi gave the …

Zimbabwe players boycotted training on Thursday over unpaid bonuses, appearance fees and allowances ahead of their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying fixture against the Super Eagles of Nigeria. The Warriors held Rwanda to a 0-0 draw in their first game on Wednesday. According to the Herald, head coach, Baltemar Brito was made to sit on the bus for about 45 …

Salisu Galadima, the Chairman of Nasarawa State Football Association, has conveyed his congratulations to His Excellency, Engr Abdullahi A. Sule, following the Supreme Court of Nigeria’s confirmation of his election as the duly elected Governor of Nasarawa State. The apex court affirmed the decision of the Appeal Court on January 19, dismissing petitions brought by the People’s Democratic Party. Salisu …

Nigeria’s Special Eagles have turned their focus on how to get the bronze medals on offer at the 2024 African Amputee Football Cup of Nations (AAFCON) in Egypt. Read Also: ZANZIBAR 2024 – Gbemisola Yusuf Sets New Standard For Young Nigerian Referees This development was offered by a member of the squad after the Special Eagles’ 6-2 loss to Morocco …

In an unexpected twist, Nigeria faced disappointment in the inauguration of their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification campaign, securing only a 1-1 draw against Lesotho. Despite being clear favorites against the perceived underdog Crocodiles, Nigeria encountered an early setback when Motlomelo Mkhwanazi of Lesotho capitalized on an opportunity, granting the visitors an early lead. The Nigerian side managed to salvage …