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Barau FC CEO Dominic Iorfa has dismissed speculation of a rift between him and the club’s technical advisor Eugene Agagbe. Speculation about the relationship between the two referees intensified after Iorfa was seen on the bench during the club’s final matches. Iorfa denies breaking up with Agagbe However, the former Nigerian international insisted that there was no misunderstanding between them …

Nigeria’s U-15 team, Future Eagles, have secured their first win at the 2026 FIFA U-15 World Cup and Festival in Baku, Azerbaijan, following a 2-1 comeback win against Cyprus on Monday. Future Eagles, who arrived in Baku on Thursday, failed to pick up a win in their first three games, registering draws against South Sudan, Jordan and Gambia. In their …

Gateway Horns put on a ruthless display of attacking precision and defensive authority on Sunday, October 25, 2026, crushing Rivers Alphas 38-0 in their Showtime Flag Football League Season XV Week 5 fixture at Showtime Arena, Meadow Hall, Lekki, Lagos. READ ALSO: Ruthless Knights Humiliate Panthers 52-0 As Oyerinde Leads Showtime Season XV Demolition For the Horns, it was a …

Post views: 23 Professor Eddie Oparaoji, Chairman of the Mbaise Policy Roundtable (MPR), has paid a condolence visit to the Chief Lawyer-Engineer Obioma Success Akagburuonye, ​​​​Akaraugo I of Igboland, and his family following the demise of his beloved mother, Nneoma Nneokwukwe Monica Nwafor Akagburuonye Amuchie. Also present were the Hon. Sir Chris Uche Agomuo, member of the MPR 2027 …

Grassroots football remains one of the most important foundations of Nigerian football, providing young talents with opportunities to showcase their skills, compete for recognition and pursue professional careers. With investment from the private sector and sponsorship from organizations like 1xBet, local football tournaments have the potential to become more organized, competitive and impactful. While the 1xCup 2026 tournaments prepare for …

https://www.pexels.com/photo/gaming-setup-for-competitive-esports-9072394/ FC Pro is back! The new season began last month, allowing 1,376 players to compete for a spot in the FC Pro World Championship. This year’s $2.5 million prize pool is definitely worth fighting for. The main events will take place in Bahrain, Jordan, Libya and Oman. Residents of the following four countries will also be allowed to …

Ikorodu City came back from two goals down to hold Shooting Stars to a 2-2 draw in the Nigerian Premier League (NPFL) South West derby at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Onikan, Lagos, on Sunday. Shooting Stars took the lead through Taofeek Otaniyi in the third minute before Desmond Ojietefian doubled the lead in the 36th minute. However, Ikorodu Town, popularly …

Manchester United fans made their voices heard following the heavy 3-0 defeat to Bournemouth, chanting frustration at the club’s owners, manager Jason Wilcox and the team, while continuing to back Michael Carrick. The 45-year-old looked visibly emotional after the final whistle as he completed a lap around the pitch to thank the crowd, placing his hand over his heart in …

Post views: 17 The continued delay in the completion of the Umuahia Township Stadium has raised concerns among Abia Warriors FC supporters and football stakeholders in Abia State, with growing calls for the state government to expedite work on the facility and provide a definite timeline for its completion. The prolonged unavailability of the stadium has forced the Umuahia-based …

Nigeria’s Future Eagles are still searching for their first win at the inaugural FIFA U-15 World Cup and Festival after drawing for the third year in a row, this time in a 3-3 thriller against Gambia in Baku, Azerbaijan, on Sunday night. The Future Eagles came into the night match after a 3-3 draw with South Sudan on Saturday and …