Chippa United head coach Morgan Mammila believes the club’s first choice goalkeeper Stanley Nwabili will be included in Nigeria’s squad to the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. Nwabili has kept seven clean sheets in 13 league matches this season, including the 2-0 over Golden Arrows over the weekend. Super Eagles head coach, Jose Peseiro was at the club’s training last …

Victor Osimhen missed the chance to continue his scoring streak, but it was enough to prevent Napoli from securing an historic Serie A win against Juventus on Sunday. Going into Sunday’s game, Osimhen had scored in Napoli’s last three games in all competitions. The reigning CAF Player of the Year, saw his 88th minute penalty saved, but Giacomo Raspadori reacted …

Wayne Rooney Urges Awoniyi to Improve – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Despite scoring twice for Nottingham Forest in his return from injury last month, Awoniyi faced criticism for a goalless performance against Liverpool, which was attributed to Nottingham Forest’s defeat.   Rooney remains optimistic, asserting that the talented striker has the potential to pose …

The Governor of Edo State Mr Godwin Obaseki has called on sports loving Edo people to come out in their large number to cheer Bendel Insurance Football Club to victory against ASO Chlef FC of Algeria on Saturday at the Samuel Ogbemudia stadium, Benin. The Benin Arsenals and the Algerian opponents ASO Chlef are scheduled to lock horns in the …

Bendel Insurance Football Club of Benin endured a disappointing outing as they succumbed to a 2-0 defeat against former league champions Plateau United in a Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) encounter. The match, held at the New Jos International Stadium, saw Plateau United seize control with a commanding performance, leaving the Benin Arsenals grappling for form after their recent 1-0 …

Chukwueze sidelined with hamstring for four weeks – Latest Sports News In Nigeria According to Italian tabloid, Corriere dello Sport, Chukwueze could miss four weeks of action after sustaining a hamstring injury while on national duty with Nigeria. The AC Milan …

Nigerian forward Asisat Oshoala secured her record-breaking sixth African Women’s Best Player title at the CAF awards ceremony in Marrakech, Morocco. The achievement not only cements Oshoala’s legendary status in the sport but also serves as a rallying call for unity within African football federations. In her heartfelt acceptance speech, Oshoala passionately appealed to the continent’s football federations, emphasizing the need …

The Super Falcons are aiming to secure a spot at the 2026 Olympic Games after their impressive performance in the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup.   This is according to defender Ashleigh Plumptre during an interview with BBC on Wednesday.   Super Falcons garnered significant recognition with their performance at the FIFA World Cup Best, reaching round of 16.   …

Rivers United booked a place in the quarter-finals of the CAF Confederation Cup following a 2-1 win against Ghana’s Dreams FC in Uyo on Sunday. Dreams FC stunned their hosts five minutes before the break when Abdul Aziz Issah scored the curtain raiser. Echeta Deputy equalised for the home team a minute after the hour mark. Read Also: NPFL: Rangers …

The CAF Football Awards in Marrakech, Morocco, saw Nigeria sweep significant honours in a resounding triumph for Nigerian football, leaving Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) President, Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau, overjoyed. The ceremony showcased Nigeria’s prowess in both men’s and women’s categories, securing prestigious awards and making history. Read Also: Super Falcons Reign Supreme: Nigerian Women’s National Team Secures CAF National …