Super Falcons coach, Randy Waldrum, has highlighted the challenging weather conditions that affected the first leg of their Olympic qualifier against South Africa. Despite Nigeria securing a 1-0 advantage in the crucial fixture, Waldrum acknowledged the difficulties his team faced due to the extreme heat. Speaking about the match, Waldrum commended his team’s performance, noting that they maintained control for …

The joint bid by Nigeria and neighbours Republic of Benin has loomed to the forefront in the race for hosting of the 36th edition of Africa Cup of Nations in 2027, with the Executive Committee of the Confederation of African Football to vote on the bids for both 2025 and 2027 in Cairo on Wednesday. The meeting will take place …

Nigeria’s Ojih David and Archibong Prestige finished at the top of the U-19 and U-15 standing respectively as the curtain of the maiden Pan African Scrabble Association, PANASA/ Winifred Awosika Foundation African Youth Scrabble Championship, AYSC draw to a close today. The duo competed among 88 African Scrabble youth players from five countries; Ghana, Kenya, Liberia, Uganda, and Nigeria, the …

Osimhen damaged by Napoli’s action — Agent – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Victor Osimhen could take legal action against Napoli after the club mocked the player on social media. A video mocking and calling the Osimhen coconut was posted on …

Maduka Okoye was in goal for Udinese who conceded a stoppage time goal to lose 2-1 at home to Inter Milan in the Serie A on Monday night. Inter had to come from behind to secure the win as they continue their push to land the league title. Lazar Samardzic had given Udinese the lead before second half goals from …

Victor Osimhen is set to ramp up his recovery process starting in the middle of this month. As reported by Gazzetta dello Sport, Osimhen will commence an intense rehabilitation program next week, moving closer to a full recovery from his hamstring injury.   He sustained this injury to his biceps femoris muscle during Nigeria’s international friendly against Saudi Arabia on …

Future Eagles Denied Visas for UEFA U16 Tournament – Latest Sports News In Nigeria The team, along with officials, faced a setback after being denied visas by the Spanish Embassy, preventing them from participating in the highly anticipated event set to commence on Friday. The Nigerian U15 squad was scheduled to compete against Belgium on …

The third edition of the Cruise Cup Volleyball Tournament, organized by the Lekki Volleyball Club, took place last weekend on October 29, 2023. Read Also: Creative Championship Cup: Coach Akinyelu Olajide Reflects On Draw Against Broad City, Looks Ahead To Sporting Lagos Clash This exclusive indoor tournament is designed for club members and is hosted once every quarter of the …

Former PSG coach Jean Michel Larqué has revealed that Karim Benzema is currently regretting leaving Real Madrid for Al-Ittihad. Recall that Benzema joined Saudi Arabia champions Al Ittihad on a three-year deal after leaving Real Madrid last summer. However, in a chat with TribalFootball, Larque said that he was disappointed to see Benzema leave Real Madrid despite expressing his desire …

The stage is set for Nigeria’s first friendly match against Guinea, in a preparatory game for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. Nigeria and Guinea, both competing at this year’s Cup of Nations, will clash on Monday, January 8 in Abu Dhabi.   Monday’s friendly match will serve as the sole warm-up game for the Eagles, who initially planned matches …