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Mexico U-17 women’s coach Miguel Gamero praised his team’s effort despite a 2-1 loss to the Nigerian Flamingos in the round of 16 of the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup 2026. The defeat ended Mexico’s campaign, while Nigeria advanced to the quarterfinals. Mexico started brightly but struggled to penetrate Nigeria’s disciplined defense as the Flemings gradually took control of the …

Following the success of its first edition, Cycling Africa, in collaboration with the Kano State Government, has announced that the second edition of Cycling Kano will take place on Saturday, December 12, 2026 in Kano. The event, which will be held under the theme, ““Water is Life,” aims to promote cycling while raising awareness about access to drinking water, water …

Cristiano Ronaldo scored a second-half hat-trick as Al-Nassr defeated Al-Kholood 5-3 in a thrilling Saudi Pro League match on Thursday night, taking the Portuguese superstar to 985 career goals and within 15 of the historic 1,000 goal milestone. The 41-year-old striker produced a decisive performance at Riyadh’s Al-Awwal Park, scoring three goals after half-time to help Al-Nassr overcome a determined …

Goals from Oluebube Umejiaku and Mary Dunstan were the difference for Nigeria on Thursday as the Flamingos defeated Mexico 2-1 in the round of 16 of the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup 2026, Sports247 reports. Coach Akeem Busari and his girls will now turn their attention to a clash against Venezuela in the quarterfinals, with the understanding that their next …

Post views: 92 A young and promising Nigerian coach, Omokhodion Gerrisyn, popularly known as Brazealian, is undergoing the CAF D-Licence coaching program in Osun State to enhance his career on the bench. Omokhodion, a graduate of the National Institute of Sports, NIS, holds an advanced certificate in coaching and training and is part of the coaching team of the …

Victor Osimhen is on the verge of becoming Galatasaray’s all-time leading foreign goalscorer following his impressive performances for the Turkish giants. The Nigerian international has scored 68 goals for the club, placing him third on Galatasaray’s all-time goalscoring chart. Mauro Icardi currently leads the ranking of foreign scorers with 77 goals, while Romanian legend Gheorghe Hagi is in second position …

In a shocking reversal of fortune, Nigeria’s Edo Queens have had their hopes of playing in the 2026 CAF Women’s Champions League shattered after Ghana’s Ampem Darkoa Ladies claimed a dramatic 3-2 victory in the rescheduled WAFU Zone B qualifying final in Cairo, Egypt on Thursday, October 29, Sports247.ng reports. What makes the defeat particularly painful is that Edo Queens …

Liberia has called up Niger Tornadoes goalkeeper Derrick Daddy Julu to the national team for the first time ahead of the 2027 African Cup of Nations (AFCON) double-header against Cape Verde. Julu earned his first invitation to Lone Star after an impressive run of form with the Niger Tornadoes, keeping three clean sheets in four appearances this month. Liberia will …

Liverpool will face Bournemouth in the quarter-finals of the 2026/27 Carabao Cup, while holders Manchester City have been drawn against League One side Bradford City after Wednesday’s fourth round. The quarter-final draw, conducted at Anfield following Liverpool’s penalty shoot-out win over Chelsea, also gave League Two side Fleetwood Town a home draw against Everton or Newcastle United. Project reports Crystal …

Post views: 226 By Wakawaka Sports Owerri-based Heartland FC will begin their campaign in the 2026/2027 Nigeria National League (NNL) season when they host Crown FC at the Dan Anyiam Stadium, Owerri on Sunday, November 1. The Owerri-based side will bank on the experience of their technical director, Emmanuel Amunike, as they seek a strong start to their campaign …