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Amusan Wins Third Consecutive Diamond League Title

Nigeria’s Tobi Amusan won her third consecutive Diamond League title after coming out tops in the women’s 100m hurdles at the Prefontaine Classic, Hayward Field, USA. Amusan beat a strong field over the final hurdles, posting in a season-best 12.33. Jasmine Camacho-Quinn of Puerto Rico was second in 12.38 and Keni Harrison of the USA was third in 12.44. World …

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Nwabali Doubtful For Super Eagles Friendlies

Chippa United goalkeper, Stanley Nwabali is doubtful for Nigeria’s upcoming friendlies against Ghana and Mali due to injury. Nwabali was taken off the pitch during Chippa United’s 2-0 defeat to defending champions Mamelodi Sundowns on Saturday. The 27-year-old featured for 73 minutes in the keenly contested encounter. The severity of what is suspected to be a knee injury will only …

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African Games: Flying Eagles Lose Altitude In First Game

African Games: Flying Eagles Lose Altitude In First Game – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Uganda took the lead with a goal from Kizma Osama in the 35th minute.     However, Nigeria quickly responded, with Sadiq Isiyaka scoring from a corner kick to level the score. With nine minutes left on the clock, Ivan …

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Nigerian Talent Chukwubuikem Ikwuemesi Joins Serie A’s Salernitana From Celje

In an exciting turn of events, former Flying Eagles star Chukwubuikem Ikwuemesi has officially signed a contract with Serie A outfit Salernitana, marking his transition from Slovenian side Celje to the Italian football scene. Read Also: Enyimba FC Announces Groundbreaking Partnership With Stake.com As Primary Shirt Sponsor Recent reports from Italy had hinted at the imminent move of the 22-year-old …

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D’Tigers Set for FIBA Africa Qualifiers

Nigeria’s national basketball team, D’Tigers, are gearing up for a return to action in the upcoming FIBA Afrobasket qualifiers scheduled to commence in February 2024. D’Tigers missed out on securing a ticket to the 2024 Olympic Games, but the team will regroup for the qualifiers with the hope of making a strong comeback.   FIBA Africa has officially released the …

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NPFL24: Bendel Insurance Spank Gombe Utd 2-0 In Benin, Face Akwa Utd In Midweek Fixtures

Bendel Insurance Football Club, Friday evening shrugged off their burden of disappointments and put up an outstanding performance against Gombe Utd with a convincing 2-0 victory in the Nigeria Premier Football League Match Day 24 engagement in Benin. Read Also: Nigeria’s Flying Eagles Stumble in African Games Opener Against Uganda Sarki Ismael scored a brace to help the Benin Arsenal …

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What to Expect in the New Serie A Season

The 2023/24 Serie A season is set to kick off this weekend. Last season, Napoli shocked the football world by clinching the Serie A title. Their entertaining high-press and slick passing style took the whole of Italy by storm and Nigerian striker, Victor Osimhen was at the heart of it all. More than before in Nigeria, fans are looking forward …

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Havertz Late Goal Sends Arsenal To Top Spot After Dramatic Win Vs Brentford

A late Kai Havertz goal earned Arsenal a dramatic 2-1 win against Brentford at the Emirates in Saturday’s Premier League. Havertz has now scored a goal in each of his last four Premier League games. The win means Arsenal go top in the league table with Liverpool and Manchester City facing each other on Sunday. After dominanting the early part …

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Remo Stars Goalie Bankole Relishes Derby Win Over Sporting Lagos

Remo Stars goalkeeper Kayode Bankole is in ecstatic mood following the club’s 2-1 victory over Sporting Lagos in a Nigeria Premier Football League matchday clash on Sunday. The Sky Blues rallied to win the game after Jonathan Alukwu gave Sporting Lagos the lead on 21 minutes. Franck Mawuena restored parity for Remo Stars before Sikiru Alimi netted the winning goal …

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Emmanuel Amunike- “Hope For Nigerian Coaches Lies In Development Opportunities, Fan Collaboration”

In a recent exclusive interview on Sports World monitored by Sports247, former Nigeria International forward, Emmanuel Amunike, shed light on the pivotal role coaching platforms and fan engagement play in the development of football talent in Nigeria. Amunike, who scored nine goals in 27 appearances for the Super Eagles and played a significant role in securing the AFCON title in …

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