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Dr. Okey Kpalukwu, the General Manager of Rivers United, has expressed his admiration for the Rivers United U-17 Youth Team following their triumph in the 2024 NPFL Youth League held in Benin, Edo State. In a congratulatory message representing the entire management, players, and coaching staff of Rivers United, Dr Kpalukwu praised the team’s victory as a testament to the …

In a bid to unearth grassroots football talents and pave the way for them to pursue professional careers beyond Nigeria, the Amusa Community Championship commenced today at the Legacy pitch of the National Stadium Surulere. The tournament, running until Wednesday, December 13th, features six teams—Collins Edwins, Elite FC, Bethel FC, Cats FC, Team 360 FC, and Dominion Hotspur FC. Read …

Leading Pastor at the Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministry Youth church in Ogba, Samuel Abayomi has said that the church wants to use sports as a means to get the attention of the perishing youths, taking them off the streets and bringing them to Christ so that they can fulfill their potentials. Read Also: Nigeria’s U18 Women’s Handball Team …

Goalkeeper Francis Uzoho has apologized for the silly post he made on social media after his performance was criticised by the fans. Uzoho performed underwhelmingly during Super Eagles friendly against Saudi Arabia, diverting a cross into his own net. The Goalkeeper was criticised for the performance, before he hitting back with a picture on Snapchat with caption : “do it …

D’Tigress Soars in the FIBA Rankings – Latest Sports News In Nigeria The rankings, released by FIBA on Wednesday night, reflect D’Tigress’ outstanding performance at the 2023 AfroBasket Championship.     Under the guidance of coach Rena Wakama, the team secured …

Joe Aribo stuns in the weekend match between Southampton vs Birmingham City. It was a very eventful afternoon for the Saints, as they travelled to the Saint Andrews stadium to take on Mark Venus’ Birmingham City in the English Championship. Southampton had to come from behind twice during the game,with Birmingham City reduced to ten men. It all looked set …

Rugby Africa President Herbert Mensah has sent his condolences to the Kenyan rugby fraternity as they mourn the demise of their national women’s team captain Bernadette Olesia after her tragic death yesterday. Read Also: Rivers United Veteran Defender Austine Festus Becomes Team Coordinator Role Olesia who was the captain of the Northern Suburbs Ladies team in addition to working as …

The Thunder Games 2023, a thrilling volleyball tournament hosted by the Lekki Volleyball Club at the Teslim Balogun Stadium, concluded on December 9, 2023, with Lekki Cruisers emerging as the champions in both the Male and Female categories. In an intense 5-day competition that brought together 10 male and 8 female teams from across Lagos State, Lekki Cruisers showcased exceptional …

Super Eagles international and Rangers defender Leon Balogun has been included in the Scottish Premiership team of the week following his outstanding display at the heart of the defense for Michael Beale’s side. Read Also: Festus Austin Announces Retirement From Football, Takes Rivers United Team Coordinator Role Leon Balogun wasn’t among the goal scorers as goals from Sam Lammers, Danilo, …

The CAF African Schools Football Championship (ASFC) kicked off to an exciting start at the Stade Cheikha Ould Boïdiya in Nouakchott, Mauritania this weekend where the WAFU A CAF Zonal Union is currently hosting its CAF African Schools Football Championship qualifiers. Read Also: Ikorodu City Appoints Bright Ozegbagbei As New Manager A first of its kind in global football, the …