Abayomi Ademola Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali has officially returned to South African Premier Division side Chippa United ahead of the 2026/27 season, with the club confirming his return on Sunday. The Chilli Boys welcomed the Nigerian international to the Eastern Cape after a period away from the team and described his return as a major boost to the team’s …
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Beach Soccer and Futsal get provisional advice
The Executive Committee of the Nigeria Football Federation has constituted an interim committee to oversee the organization of beach football and futsal championships in the country. This was part of the decision reached at the Executive Committee meeting held on Saturday, July 11, 2026 at the Best Western Plus Hotel, Asaba, Delta State. According to a statement released after the …
Read More »Africa’s last chance? Four great stories from the 2026 Globe Cup quarterfinals
The biggest soccer tournament enters its final stretch. Eight of the strongest national teams are competing for the trophy, but for millions of fans in Africa, there is only one question: Can Morocco continue its historic streak? Following the elimination of Senegal, Egypt, Ivory Coast, Algeria, South Africa and the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the Atlas Lions remain the …
Read More »Osun United Clinches Hard-Fought 1-0 Victory Over Trade Safe FC in NNL Matchday 2
In a closely contested encounter on NNL Matchday 2, Osun United secured a significant 1-0 victory over Trade Safe FC at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, leaving a mark on the league’s early narrative. The decisive moment of the match unfolded in the second half when Emmanuel Ezeh managed to break the deadlock, scoring the lone goal that ultimately sealed their …
Read More »‘We changed from 4-3-3′: Coach Akeem Busari explains tactical change behind Flamingos’ Morocco 2026 qualification
Nigeria Flamingos head coach Akeem Busari has revealed that a crucial tactical change inspired his team’s thrilling victory over Benin Republic and secured qualification for the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco. The Flemings beat their West African neighbors 5-3 in the second leg in Lomé to complete an impressive 8-5 aggregate victory and book another World Cup …
Read More »Galatasaray reaches an agreement with Burnley for Ugochukwu
Turkish Super Lig champions Galatasaray have reached an agreement with Sky Bet Championship side Burnley for the signing of Nigerian-born midfielder Lesley Ugochukwu. Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano confirmed that the two clubs have finalized the deal and that the midfielder is now ready to complete the formalities before being presented by the Istanbul giants. According to Romano, the transfer package …
Read More »England edge Norway in extra-time thriller; Argentina defeats a 10-man Switzerland
England booked their place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup semi-finals with a 2-1 extra-time win against Norway at Miami’s Hard Rock Stadium, while defending champions Argentina defeated Switzerland 3-1 after extra time in Kansas City. England 2-1 Norway (AET) Norway drew first blood in the 36th minute when Andreas Schjelderup He finished with a composed shot that beat Jordan …
Read More »Breaking: Coach Aliyu Zubair parts ways with Egypt’s Telecom SC by mutual agreement
By Yemi Sodeeq Nigerian coach Aliyu Zubair has officially left Telecom SC of the Egyptian second division by mutual agreement. Zubair confirmed the fact and described the decision as one made with a clear understanding between him and the club hierarchy. “It was a mutual agreement reached with a clear understanding between the management of Telecom SC and myself. I …
Read More »Dolegala, Ticats prepare to face Roughriders
REGINA – Jake Dolegala has not hesitated to step into the role of starting quarterback for the Hamilton Tiger-Cats. Dolegala, who has a 2-9 career record as a CFL starter, will replace the injured Bo Levi Mitchell when the Tiger-Cats visit the Saskatchewan Roughriders on Sunday. The 29-year-old Dolegala, who is in his second season with Hamilton, understands the expectations …
Read More »Teenage Nigerian striker whose father vetoed his dream European move gets lifeline
Teenage goal machine Excell Agada was left in tears after his father torpedoed a Swedish chance in a desperate bid to stop the “predatory” agents. On the surface it seems like a case of a blocked future, but on closer inspection it seems more like a case of a determined father protecting the interests of his young and talented son. …
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