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African Games: Gold for Ese Brume, Ochonogor Makes Big Leap

African Games: Gold for Ese Brume, Ochonogor Makes Big Leap – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Making a remarkable international debut in the Long Jump event, Prestina Ochonogor secured the bronze medal with a leap of 6.67 meters. Ochonogor’s achievement is particularly noteworthy considering her relatively low profile in the athletics world; she only surpassed …

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Mazzarri Admits Osimhen-Kvaratskhelia Partnership Failing

Napoli’s Coach, Walter Mazzarri reveals his ongoing struggle to unlock the formidable duo of Victor Osimhen and Kvicha Kvaratskhelia from the relentless marking imposed by opposing defenders. The dynamic partnership of Osimhen and Kvaratskhelia played a pivotal role in guiding Napoli to last season’s Serie A title, earning them prestigious individual accolades.   However, this season has witnessed a dip …

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Historic Lineup Unveiled For Amputee Football WAFF Women’s World Cup 2024 – Nigeria, Brazil, USA, 13 Others Gear Up For Battle In Barranquilla

The World Amputee Football Federation (WAFF) has officially unveiled the list of 16 nations set to compete in the highly anticipated Amputee Football WAFF Women’s World Cup 2024. Scheduled to take place in the vibrant city of Barranquilla, Colombia, from November 2 to 11, 2024. This historic tournament promises to showcase the resilience, skill, and spirit of women’s amputee football …

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Awaziem Impress with Finidi George Training Methods

Awaziem Impress with Finidi George Training Methods – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Following the NFF’s appointment of the 52-year-old as interim coach for the upcoming international friendlies against Ghana and Mali, Awaziem shed light on the transition in coaching staff.   George, a former player who previously worked alongside former boss Jose Peseiro, brings …

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Nigerian Sprinter Grace Nwokocha Receives Three-Year Ban For Anti-Doping Violations

The Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) has imposed a three-year ban on Nigerian sprinter Grace Nwokocha for her involvement in anti-doping violations. The sanction was confirmed in an official statement released by the AIU. Read Also: Ekiti United FC Establishes Strong Ties With SWAN, Ensures Enhanced Collaboration Nwokocha, who admitted to violating World Athletics (WA) anti-doping rules, has accepted the penalty …

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Friendly: Future Eagles Confront Morocco’s U15 Boys in Kenitra

Nigeria’s U15 boys, nicknamed Future Eagles, are in Morocco for a two-match tour of that country with the Morocco U15 team in the city of Kenitra. Read Also: Ghanaian Sports Reforms Emerge from African Games Success -Dr. Kwaku Ofosu-Asare Kenitra is two-and-half hours by road from Casablanca, Morocco’s industrial and economic capital. Coach Patrick Bassey and assistants Hussein Lawal and …

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Official: Victor Osimhen Pens New Deal with Napoli

Victor Osimhen has officially inked a contract extension with the club, securing his future until June 2026. Napoli President, Aurelio De Laurentiis announced the agreement, sharing images of Osimhen completing the paperwork with a succinct caption: ‘Done!’   Reports from various sources, including Sky Sport Italia and Fabrizio Romano, indicate that the new contract will see his annual salary soar …

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DFA Tasks Queens On Sustaining Performance At WAFU-B Champions League Qualifier

The Delta state football Association (DFA) chairman, Hon Ken Nwamuocha has charged the state female football team, Delta Queen of Asaba, to continue to raise the state’s flag high at the ongoing 2023 edition of the West African Football Union (WAFU) Zone B qualifiers taking place in Benin city, Edo state. Read Also: David Stockbrink’s FC Monglabach Lose To FC …

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