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Nigeria’s largest grassroots event kicks off on July 23. The application period has officially closed and 1xBet has announced the 100 teams that will compete in the new 1xCup season. Experienced teams, already accustomed to the pressure of big matches, and bold newcomers will fight for the title and generous prize money. All participants are very motivated and enthusiastic, since …

Post views: 15 The modern architecture of the stadium undoubtedly adds value to the football infrastructure. A beautiful stadium facade enhances the appearance of the stadium, creates a strong first impression and gives fans a sense of pride. Crucially, the CAF stadium approval goes far beyond aesthetics. No matter how impressive a stadium’s exterior may be, the playing field …

Kamaru Usman, former Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) welterweight world champion, will return to the octagon on July 18 against South African middleweight icon Dricus Du Plessis, who considers his Nigerian opponent “a very dangerous absolute legend.” Sports247 reports that while Du Plessis is also a former middleweight champion, he is not willing to take any risks against Usman when they …

Ashleigh Plumptre has expressed her disappointment after being left out of Nigeria’s squad for the 2026 Africa Women’s Cup of Nations. Coach Justine Madugu unveiled his 25-player squad for the tournament on Friday, with Plumptre among the notable absences. The versatile defender has been sidelined since March after suffering a foot injury while playing for Saudi club Al-Ittihad Ladies. Although …

Visualizzazioni dei post: 2 Nella storia dell’amministrazione calcistica nigeriana, solo pochi individui hanno lasciato un’impronta così notevole come Amaju Melvin Pinnick. Amministratore visionario, abile uomo d’affari e appassionato di calcio, l’ascesa di Pinnick dall’amministrazione del calcio di base ai più alti livelli di governance del calcio globale è una storia di ambizione, resilienza, innovazione e impegno costante per il …

By Yemi Sodeeq Nigerian FIFA referee Kassim Abdulsalam will once again take center stage to officiate the 2026 Federation President Cup final between El-Kanemi Warriors and Ikorodu City on Saturday at the Stephen Keshi Stadium in Asaba. The Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) has appointed Abdulsalam as the central referee for the country’s biggest domestic cup match, reaffirming confidence in one …

Nigerian international defender Benjamin Fredrick has signed a new contract with English Premier League side Brentford, OwngoalNigeria.com reports. He was loaned last season to Belgian club FC Dender, after being voted the club’s best under-23 young player. His loan was cut short due to an injury. Returning to Brentford, he was linked with the first team for pre-season and the …

Post views: 32 By Wakawaka Sports The management and staff of the Coal City Blazers Basketball Club have expressed delight at the outstanding performances of the club’s players, Joshua Ogbonna and Timothy Onyekachi, who are representing Nigeria at the ongoing FIBA ​​AfroBasket U-18 Qualifiers in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso. The duo, who played for Coal City Blazers during the club’s …

Rising Nigerian sprint sensation Samuel Ogazi has gained global recognition after Botswana’s world champion Collen Kebinatshipi identified the 20-year-old as one of the biggest threats to Wayde van Niekerk’s former 400m world record. READ ALSO: ‘Turning professional is the natural next step’: Samuel Ogazi ends his historic NCAA career During the press conference prior to the Monaco Diamond League match, …

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has appointed Ugandan coach Shamirah Nabadda as central referee for the second leg of the final qualifying round for the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup 2026 on Saturday between Benin Republic and the Nigerian Flamingos. Malian official Fanta Idrissa Kone will act as first assistant referee, while Burundi’s Fides Bangurambona has been named second …