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“Fear of being sacked”, Mikel reveals why he’s not pursuing a coaching career

In a recent episode of his Obione Podcast, former Super Eagles captain and Chelsea star John Mikel Obi has disclosed that managing a football team is not on his agenda in the foreseeable future. Mikel, who enjoyed a distinguished thirteen-year career at Chelsea under renowned managers, attributed his reluctance to the fear of potential dismissal. “I don’t think so, when …

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NFF Mandates Technical Committee To Discuss With Waldrum

The Nigeria Football Federation has mandated its Technical Committee to hold discussions with Super Falcons’ Head Coach, Randy Waldrum, with a view to extending the latter’s contract with the NFF. Waldrum steered the nine-time African champions to the Round of 16 at the FIFA Women’s World Cup finals in Australia and New Zealand, with the Super Falcons unbeaten in regulation …

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Osimhen Only Behind Mbappe, Haaland on UCL Record chart

Osimhen Only Behind Mbappe, Haaland on UCL Record chart – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Trailing only behind Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland, Osimhen claimed the spot after he netted Napoli’s leveler against Barcelona. Wednesday’s match marked the 25 year-old’s return to the pitch since his participation in the Africa Cup of Nations campaign with …

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Peseiro Unimpressed With Eagles Display Vs Mozambique

Jose Peseiro has expressed his displeasure with the performance of the Super Eagles despite a 3-2 win against 10-man Mozambique in Portugal on Monday, Completesports.com reports. The Eagles came from a goal down to beat Mozambique thanks to goals from Terem Moffi, Frank Onyeka and Moses Simon. Mozambique played most part of the game with 10 men after one of …

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Nigeria Will Be At The Afro Basketball Qualifying Tournament

Nigeria’s male basketball team The Tigers will be playing their opening game at this year’s Afro Basketball qualifying tournament holding in Tunisia and Egypt . Read Also: ‘More Than Excited’- Dannaz Ladies Coach, Dianna Asak Expresses Joy After 4-2 Win, Aims For Super Six Nigerias, THE Tigers who are billed to play their qualifiers in Tunisia, was earlier reported to …

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NFF Refereeing Development Committee Summons Officials for Matchday Controversies.

In a significant development within the Nigerian football landscape, the Refereeing Development Committee of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has issued invitations to several referees and assistant referees to clarify and explain their actions and decisions in recent Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL) matches. The notice, dated 4th December 2023, has raised eyebrows as it sheds light on alleged controversies …

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UCL: Rice Blames Inexperience For Arsenal’s Loss To Porto

Declan Rice has blamed inexperience for Arsenal’s defeat to Porto in Wednesday’s UEFA Champions League round of 16 clash. A 94th minute strike from Galeno earned the Portuguese giants the first leg advantage. It extends Arsenal’s unimpressive record in Champions League knockout games as they still have not won outside of the group stages since 2010, having exited at the …

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Super Eagles out to end Unwanted Record

Super Eagles out to end Unwanted Record – Latest Sports News In Nigeria It’s an important game for both teams, particularly for Nigeria, who are looking to end a 15-game winless streak in friendly matches. While the Eagles have endured difficult …

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D’Tigers Ready for 2025 Afrobasket Qualifiers

D’Tigers Ready for 2025 Afrobasket Qualifiers – Latest Sports News In Nigeria There were concerns within the basketball community about D’Tigers’ participation due to financial constraints faced by the Ministry of Sports. However, Minister for Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh has given his consent for the team to participate. He assured that necessary funds …

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Paris 2024 Paralympic Games: Ogunkunle, Ikpeoyi Dazzle At ITTF Saudi Arabia Para Open

Ahead of the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, Nigeria’s Isau Ogunkunle and Ifechukwude Ikpeoyi garnered vital points after making it to the podium at the ITTF Saudi Arabia Para Open 2023 in Riyadh. Read Also: Kwara United Chairman, Kumbi Titiloye Advocates Improved Playing Grounds For Nigerian Clubs To Excel In Continental Competitions The Commonwealth Games medalists competed against some of the …

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