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Former Swiss tennis star Roger Federer has revealed that he had the best time during his tennis career. The 45-year-old Swiss legend will be inducted in her first year of eligibility alongside broadcaster and former player Mary Carillo. Read also:US Open: Why Venus keeps getting wild cards –Stubbs Let us remember that Federer finished his competitive career with 1,251 victories, …

The Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) has entered a transitional phase following the resignation of its President, Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau, Secretary General, Dr. Mohammed Sanusi, and members of the Executive Committee. In a major development, the National Sports Commission (NSC) has endorsed Dr. Emmanuel Ikpeme, former Deputy Secretary General, to oversee the NFF Secretariat as Acting Secretary General. Dr. Ademola …

Regin College produced a brilliant second half performance to defeat Federal Technical College (FTC) Yaba 3-0 and emerge champions of the inaugural Sporting Lagos Secondary Schools Cup at the historic Elegbata Sports Complex on Lagos Island. The convincing victory allowed Reign College to not only lift the competition’s first trophy, but also complete a remarkable sweep of the tournament’s top …

A leading voice of the Nigerian football fans movement, Ogunfuwa, has appealed for peace, unity and reconciliation among stakeholders following the resignation of the President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau, from his position. Ogunfuwa, while reacting to the development, said the current situation should not allow divisions within supporters clubs to deepen further, stressing that …

Post views: 89 Dr Sunday Obaseki, an administrative resource and official of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) will lead the Euromatch Nigeria Premier Football League on an interim basis, reports Wakawaka Sports Extra. Following Thursday’s resignation of Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau as president of the Nigeria Football Federation, Dr Mohammed Sanusi as general secretary …

Nigeria fringe international midfielder Kelechi Nwakali has left English League One side Barnsley due to mutual termination of his contract with one year remaining, OwnGoalNigeria.com reports. Barnsley have been trying to offload Nwakali for some time, with the 28-year-old having barely played since the 2024/25 season. He made 26 appearances in his first season at the club, scoring a fine …

Nigerian football is often judged by trophies won at senior level, stars playing abroad and national teams competing on the biggest stages. But somewhere beneath that layer of headlines, another story has been quietly unfolding: a story built around young players, competitive football, data, scouting and opportunity. That story is The Creative Championship (TCC). Now, after six completed seasons, 632 …

Chelsea manager, Xabi Alonso, has revealed that leaving Enzo Fernández out of the squad for the Carabao Cup match against Luton Town was a joint decision between him and the club. Alonso explained that the choice was based on assessing what was best for the team for that specific match and giving minutes to other players. Read also:UECL: Arokodare Nets …

Former Ivory Coast international Yaya Toure has made history by becoming the first African coach to lead a club in the UEFA Champions League, marking another significant milestone in the former Manchester City midfielder’s extraordinary footballing journey. Toure achieved the feat after leading his club through the required qualification process, adding another chapter to his illustrious career which has already …

Nigeria’s football administration has been plunged into further uncertainty following the directive for officials of the country’s domestic leagues to hand over their responsibilities amid sweeping changes at the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF). NPFL President Gbenga Elegbeleye and NNL President George Aluo are among the league administrators affected by the directive issued following the resignation of NFF President Ibrahim Musa …