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Remo Stars Football Club officially announced that coach Daniel Ogunmodede has signed a contract extension, committing to the club until 2027. The announcement marks an important moment in the club’s history as Ogunmodede continues to build his legacy with the team he passionately refers to as “my club” and “my project.” Read also: CAF Interclub 2024/25 season kicks off with …

Nigeria’s women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, continues to make waves on the world stage and add more accolades to its impressive resume. Shooting guard Ezinne Kalu has been named to the FIBA ​​Second Team for the Olympic Women’s Basketball Tournament, further cementing her status as one of the sport’s top talents. Known for her tireless drive and clutch performances, Kalu finished …

VfB Stuttgart are reportedly in advanced negotiations to sign Ajax striker Chuba Akpom as the German club have rekindled their interest in the Nigerian-born forward. Akpom, who joined Ajax in August 2023, arrived with high expectations following his pivotal role in Middlesbrough’s Championship play-off run during the 2022/2023 season. However, some Ajax fans have questioned whether he really deserves to …

Rotary Club 9112 District Governor, Rotarian Clement Olufemi Adenekan, has provided many useful tips on how young people can turn a setback into a recovery and achieve a successful comeback. Sports247.ng reports that Rotarian Adenekan gave the briefing while speaking at the opening ceremony of the district’s first Rotary Youth Leadership Academy (RYLA 2024) at Sea School, Apapa, Lagos. He …

Edo Queens got off to a flying start in their CAF Women’s Champions League qualifiers by defeating AS Garde 5-0. The match took place at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City, Nigeria. Emem Essien opened the scoring for the Nigerian champions in the 35th minute. Captain Suliat Abideen doubled the lead just before the break, converting from the penalty …

Nigerian women champions Edo Queens started their CAF Women’s Champions League, WAFU B qualifiers on a winning note by defeating AS Garde of Niger Republic 5-0 on Sunday, Sports 247 reports. The match which was played in Bouake, Ivory Coast, saw Nigeria take a two-goal lead at half-time with midfield maestro Emem Essien opening the scoring in the 35th minute …

Cyriel Dessers found the back of the net for the second game in a row as Rangers recorded a 2-1 win over Motherwell on Saturday. Having scored his goal in Rangers’ UEFA Champions League qualifier against Dynamo kyiv, Dessers opened the scoring in the 15th minute at Ibrox, latching on to a pass from Mohammed Diomande. However, Rangers’ Roben Propper …

Super Eagles striker Kelechi Iheanacho made his debut for Sevilla on Sunday but it ended in tears as Liverpool defeated Sevilla 4-1, Sports 247 reports. The Nigerian striker, although he only lasted 45 minutes on the pitch, it was a first half one to quickly forget for the former Manchester City man, as Liverpool were three goals ahead. Diogo Jota …

West Bromwich Albion started their English Championship campaign in style, securing a 3-1 win against Queens Park Rangers on Saturday, thanks to a brilliant hat-trick from Josh Maja. Maja, the standout player of the match, began his scoring streak in the 26th minute, equalising after Lucas Andersen had given QPR an early lead. The striker continued his fine form in …

Seth Mayi, the former Akwa United midfielder who played a pivotal role in the 2021 Nigerian Premier League title win, is on the verge of a loan move to Sunshine Stars for the remainder of the 2024-2025 season. This move marks Mayi’s return to familiar territory as she will be reunited with Kennedy Boboye, her former manager. Mayi’s time at …