Racing Genk is facing challenges in bringing back Paul Onuachu to the club due to the high asking price. However, they are reportedly negotiating with Southampton for a potential exchange deal involving Joseph Paintsil and Onuachu. Onuachu himself seems interested in returning to Genk less than a year after joining Southampton in a deal worth €18m. The Genk’s director, Dimitri …

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has issued a passionate call to European football associations to collaborate with FIFA in a united effort to combat racism in the sport. Infantino’s plea comes amid a surge in racist incidents in football, prompting widespread condemnation and calls for action. Read Also: Beyond Limits Advances To Viareggio Cup Final With Victory Over Ojodu City Joining …

Super Eagles coach Jose Peseiro is exploring his options for the upcoming African Cup of Nations (AFCON), considering the inclusion of Kingsley Eduwo after a review by the NFF technical committee. The committee members have advised Peseiro to look into African or Nigerian-based strikers who can provide robust options, especially in physically demanding and tightly contested matches—a quality reminiscent of …

Holders Enyimba held Bendel Insurance to a 0-0 draw in their Nigeria Premier Football League matchday 21 encounter at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, Benin City on Saturday. The hosts dominated the game but were unable to break down the Enyimba defence. The Peoples Elephants remain in third position with 36 points from 21 games. Former champions Rangers defeated Doma United …

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has made the decision to exclude Nigerian referees from officiating at the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations in Ivory Coast. The announcement was made on Tuesday, as CAF revealed the list of 85 referees selected for a preparatory course ahead of the 2023 AFCON. Notably absent from the list were Nigerian referees, marking another …

Osimhen Rekindles Hope for Napoli – Latest Sports News In Nigeria After being included in the starting eleven by new coach Francesco Calzona, Osimhen’s equalizer nullified Robert Lewandowski’s opener for Barcelona. This marked the Nigerian’s 9th goal in 16 Champions League matches, with 6 goals at home, matching Lorenzo Insigne’s record. His standout performance against …

Kwara United head coach, Kabiru Dogo blamed Doma United’s time wasting antics for Wednesday’s stalemate in Ilorin. The Harmony Boys were held to a 0-0 draw by the visitors. Dogo said the result was a big setback for his side. “The referee, I think, was too lenient with the visitors despite wasting too much time. In the first half alone, …

Former Nigerian international, Nduka Ugbade has advised Victor Boniface to learn from Victor Osimhen’s goal scoring exploit in the Super Eagles. Recall that Boniface made his senior national debut against Sao Tome where Nigeria triumphed 6-0 in a 2023 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier. However, it was the Napoli striker that grabbed the headline with his hattrick, to take his …

The senior men’s handball national team, Golden Arrows, has initiated rigorous training in Abuja in preparation for the upcoming 13th Africa Games scheduled to take place in Ghana in March. Following their recent triumph at the President’s Cup during the Africa Handball Nations Cup in Egypt, Golden Arrows will be Nigeria’s sole representative in the handball event at the Africa …

Following his recent knockout win against Finland’s Robert Helenius at the O2 Arena in London Saturday, two-time heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua has confirmed his next match will be against America’s Deontay Wilder. Read Also: NNL Relegation Playoffs: Aluo Praises Kano State Government, Commends Refs, Fans Joshua, during a press conference after his win against Helenius on Saturday, not only confirmed …