Banyana Banyana of South Africa defender, Lebohang Ramalepe has described the team’s upcoming 2024 Olympic Games qualifier against Nigeria a “do or die” affair. The two rivals are battling for one of Africa’s two spots for the women’s football event. The two-legged qualifier is expected to be keenly contested with both teams desperate to feature at the Olympics. While the …

No fewer than ten players including a goalkeeper have been selected at the just concluded 3rd Governor Douye Diri/SPOCS International Scouting Program, in Yenagoa the Bayelsa state capital. The four-day event concluded on Wednesday at the Samson Siasia Sports Complex, saw several players being screened, and might just be on their way to signing professional deals with football clubs abroad. …

Super Eagles striker Taiwo Awoniyi was on target but it was not enough as 10-man Nottingham Forest lost 3-2 to Manchester United in Saturday’s Premier League game. Awoniyi has now scored in each of his last seven Premier League appearances for Nottingham Forest, a record run by a Forest player. Also he is only the third African player to score …

Italian football club Napoli is eyeing Victor Boniface as a potential replacement for Victor Osimhen, according to insights from transfer expert Niccolò Ceccarini. Niccolò Ceccarini, a notable figure in Italian football transfer circles, has revealed Napoli’s interest in Victor Boniface as they contemplate life after Victor Osimhen. Ceccarini’s comments, as reported by Calcio Mercato, shed light on Napoli’s transfer strategy, …

Francis Uzoho’s goalkeeper position at Omonia Nicosia is under serious threat as the club contemplates bringing in a new shot-stopper. Uzoho had been enjoying playing time due to the injury to first-choice goalkeeper Fabian Ribeiro in recent weeks. However, with Uzoho set to join Nigeria’s Super Eagles for the African Cup of Nations, potentially leading to a four-week absence, the …

Imade Osarenkhoe signs Four-year deal with FC United – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Bendel Insurance has confirmed the transfer of forward, Imade Osarenkhoe to FC United. Insurance confirmed the news, Monday, announcing that Osarenkhoe leaves the club after four years. …

Nigerian football enthusiasts are celebrating Napoli striker Victor James Osimhen’s recent red card in a game against AS Roma. The unconventional joy stems from the collective desire to ensure Osimhen’s fitness and availability for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), following his unfortunate injury that ruled him out of the previous edition. Read Also: Peseiro Maps Out Winning Formula …

The Joe Geez Mini Joe Geez MiniBasketball tournament took center stage this Easter holiday in Jos City. It was the finest Basketball event in recent times with music and flare, bringing together young talented players to showcase their skills and also to Foster unity among them. Read Also: Super Falcons’ Players Need Better Motivation – Osahon 8 male teams participated …

The FirstBank-sponsored Georgian Cup, one of the continent’s most glamorous polo tournaments returns to the famous Kaduna Polo Club this week. Now in its 103rd edition, the 6-day tournament started on Monday, 31 October 2023, and will end on Sunday, 5 November 2023. The 102nd edition held in Kaduna in 2021 was won by Abuja Rubicon. Led by Hadi Sirika …

Ola Aina was in action for relegation threatened Nottingham Forest who defeated visiting Fulham 3-1 in the Premier League on Tuesday. It was Aina’s second appearance since recovering from the injury he sustained at the 2023 AFCON in Côte d’Ivoire. Aina, who was named in Forest’s starting 11, was replaced with seven minutes left in the game. Also in the …