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The Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF) has announced a significant increase in the prize money for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Ivory Coast. Winner of the tournament will now receive $7 million and the runner-up will be awarded $4 million, reflecting a 40% increase from previous editions.     Additionally, the semi-finalists will each receive $2.5 million, while …

Amaju Pinnick Backs Finidi for Super Eagles Job – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Finidi is currently the interim coach of the team following the exit of Jose Peseiro, whose contract expired after the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations.     Pinnick argued that the UCL winner has the experience as both a player and …

The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) displayed resilience in the opening match of the 2nd edition of the Governor Abdullahi Sule Inter-Security Agencies Unity Cup Football Tournament, securing a thrilling 2-1 victory over the Nigerian Police Force. Charles Dodo provided an early lead for the Nigerian Police Force, but the FRSC rallied from behind with Aliyu and Chidera Nduka scoring …

In the recent Lagos State Football Association (FA) bye-elections, Dotun Coker emerged as the sole qualified candidate for the Vice-Chairman seat following a rigorous screening process conducted by the Electoral Committee. The Lagos State Football Association Electoral Committee, led by Alhaji Tijani Abdulazeez, screened candidates for the vacant Vice-Chairman position. Initially, two aspirants, Abdulrahman Abolore and Adedotun Coker, obtained nomination …

Ajagba Set to Return with Guido Vianello Bout Lined Up – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Scheduled as the co-main event on April 13th, the fight night will also feature Jared Anderson facing off against Ryad Merhy.     Ajagba, holding the prestigious World Boxing Council silver title, has been on a winning streak in …

Terem Moffi, despite the setback of missing the upcoming 2023 African Cup of Nations, is solely focused on helping to his club, OGC Nice. Moffi scored twice in the AFCON qualifiers, but found himself excluded from Nigeria’s squad bound for the tournament in Cote D’Ivoire later this month.   Super Eagles head coach, Jose Peseiro chose Sadiq Umar, Victor Osimhen, …

Rudi Garcia jokingly admitted his Napoli is playing well without injured star striker Victor Osimhen. Napoli defeated Salernitana 2-0 on Saturday, it’s their third victory in the absence of the Nigerian international. Garcia without Osimhen, has had Giamoco Raspadori, Kvicha Kvaratskhelia, and Matteo Politano linking up well in the attack. “He (Osimhen) is a problem and yet we cannot wait …

Paul Maduakor, the President of the Nigeria Amputee Football Federation (NAFF), has extended his Eid al Fitr greetings to the Muslim community and used the occasion to call for support for the national amputee football team, the Special Eagles. Read Also: Africa Games: Kogi Govt Hosts Double Gold Medalist, Arm Wrestling Star Grateful In a heartfelt message, Maduakor congratulated the …

The President of the World Amputee Football Federation, Arif Umit Uzturk, has set the stage for a groundbreaking development in the world of amputee football. The eagerly awaited inaugural Female Amputee World Cup is now official and is scheduled to take place in Colombia in November 2024. This historic announcement marks a significant milestone in the global recognition and promotion …

In a thrilling showdown set to captivate the world, Nigerian-born British boxer Anthony Joshua is gearing up for a colossal battle against former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The much-anticipated fight was officially announced by Matchroom and Queensberry on Friday night. Read Also: Kelechi Iheanacho Set To Join Super Eagles Ahead of AFCON 2023 Having recently …