NIGERIAN FOOTBALL

Super Falcons goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie disclosed that her father initially opposed her pursuit of a football career. This revelation followed her triumphant win of the prestigious 2023 CAF Women’s Goalkeeper of The Year award at the CAF awards ceremony held in Marrakech, Morocco. The Paris FC goalkeeper clinched the honor, surpassing contenders Khadija Er-Rmichi from Morocco and Andile Dlamini from …

Guaranteeing Nigeria’s excellence in Sports in the near future would largely depend on strategic provision of the necessary sports infrastructure and the nurturing talents all at grassroot levels, and the first steps to achieving that goal will mean revamping the School Sports system. This was the assertion of the Minister of Sports Development, Sen. John Owan Enoh as he explained …

Lookman Reacts to Atalanta’s Capitulation vs Bologna – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Lookman ignited hope for La Dea with an early goal in the 28th minute, but despite numerous opportunities, Gian Piero Gasperini’s squad couldn’t secure the win. Bologna orchestrated a remarkable turnaround in the second half, clinching victory with goals from Jonathan Zirkzee …

Victor Osimhen made a prompt return to Napoli immediately following his triumph at the African Footballer of the Year award ceremony in Marrakech on Monday. The celebrated striker, who outshone Achraf Hakimi and Mohammed Salah for the prestigious accolade, rejoined his teammates in Naples after skipping Monday’s training session. Osimhen, with six goals in 11 Serie A appearances this season, …

Nigerian striker Emmanuel Dennis has completed a loan deal to join Turkish Super Lig side Istanbul Basaksehir. European football transfer expert, Fabrizio Romano, posted the image of the Nigerian forward on a plane to Turkey. Dennis passed his medical examination earlier on Friday and will join on a season long loan from Nottingham Forest. The forward has struggled for form …

Xabi Alonso Provides Update on Boniface – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Since sustaining the injury during Nigeria’s preparations for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations in January, the 23-year-old underwent surgery, sidelining him for an extended period.   In a recent development, Boniface was spotted celebrating with his teammates after Bayer Leverkusen’s victory, albeit …

Wayne Rooney Urges Awoniyi to Improve – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Despite scoring twice for Nottingham Forest in his return from injury last month, Awoniyi faced criticism for a goalless performance against Liverpool, which was attributed to Nottingham Forest’s defeat.   Rooney remains optimistic, asserting that the talented striker has the potential to pose …

Chukwueze sidelined with hamstring for four weeks – Latest Sports News In Nigeria According to Italian tabloid, Corriere dello Sport, Chukwueze could miss four weeks of action after sustaining a hamstring injury while on national duty with Nigeria. The AC Milan …

Nigerian forward Asisat Oshoala secured her record-breaking sixth African Women’s Best Player title at the CAF awards ceremony in Marrakech, Morocco. The achievement not only cements Oshoala’s legendary status in the sport but also serves as a rallying call for unity within African football federations. In her heartfelt acceptance speech, Oshoala passionately appealed to the continent’s football federations, emphasizing the need …

The Super Falcons are aiming to secure a spot at the 2026 Olympic Games after their impressive performance in the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup.   This is according to defender Ashleigh Plumptre during an interview with BBC on Wednesday.   Super Falcons garnered significant recognition with their performance at the FIFA World Cup Best, reaching round of 16.   …