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Lesotho’s head coach, Leslie Notsi is set to rejig his team ahead of the opening FIFA World Cup qualification fixture against Nigeria. Notsi says it’s important his side start the campaign on good note — and the need to bring back some experience players.     The Crocodiles will face the Super Eagles in their opening match at the Godswill …

Presently in JSS 2, one would undoubtedly say that it’s too soon to decide your destiny but that doesn’t apply to Korede Balogun who is locked up on becoming a professional footballer as he nurtures his dream of a European global stage. Read Also: Johan Cruyff Institute Partnership With Sports University Of Nigeria, Set To Produce Fruitful Returns With Focus …

World Athletics Introduces Prize Money for Olympic Gold Medallists at Paris 2024 – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Each gold medallist will receive $50,000, marking a significant step in recognizing the achievements and contributions of athletes at the pinnacle of their sport. The decision, made on April 10, aims to financially reward athletes for their …

Napoli’s Sporting Director Mauro Meluso has attributed the team’s 3-0 defeat against Torino on Sunday to the absence of key players, including Victor Osimhen and André-Frank Zambo Anguissa, who are currently with their respective national teams for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. Without the influential duo, Napoli appeared toothless on the field, and Meluso expressed his belief that the …

Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu is set to be the chief host at a special send-forth dinner organized by the Lagos State Government for the Super Eagles on Tuesday night. The event, co-hosted by Sports Development Minister Senator John Owan Enoh, aims to honour the three-time champions before they depart for the 34th Africa Cup of Nations finals in Cote d’Ivoire. …

David Stockbrink returned to FC Monchenglabach starting line up on Sunday in the U19 League game to inspire his side to a 2-1 victory against TSV Meerbusch. Read Also: Sports Minister Says Ministry Working To Facilitate Early Release Of Funds For 2024 Olympic The Nigerian Teenager who was away to Nigeria for the Federation Cup was handed the starting shirt …

Hajj NPFL Olawale Liameed, Vice Chairman Lagos Football Association and the visionary founder of 36Lion FC, has added his voice to the ongoing discussion surrounding the suspension of NPFL referees due to controversial decisions. Read Also: NPFL In Turmoil: 14 Referees Face Suspension Amid Controversial Decisions His comments shed light on the urgent need for accountability and growth in Nigerian …

Lookman Seeks Inspiration from Senegalese Legend Sadio Mane – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Lookman stated Mane as his ideal role model, aiming to glean valuable insights from the seasoned athlete’s successand skill. Mane, celebrated as one of Africa’s greatest footballers and renowned for his achievements on theglobal stage. “The guy who I always looked …

Full back Tyronne Ebuehi suffered an injury during a Serie A action between Empoli and Milan, on Sunday. Ebuehi sustained the injury shortly before Milan’s second goal and was forced to leave the field.     The 27-year-old former Benfica defender was replaced by Italian player Filippo Ranocchia. Unfortunately, Empoli went on to lose the game 3-0. It is however …

Two primary school pupils, with huge potentials of bringing glory to Nigeria in years to come, have been unearthed at the maiden edition of LAB Memorial Athletics Classics. The emergence of both tiny tots came in the inaugural competition’s boys’ and girls’ 100m races, which were won respectively by Daniel Agboko and Zainab Mamud. Read Also: CAF President Dr Motsepe on …