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Post views: 68 Ohis Asein The newly elected President of the Nigeria Sitting Volleyball Federation, Hon. Mohammed Abba Isa, has commended the National Sports Commission (NSC) for ensuring that the recently concluded Para-Sports Federation elections were conducted in a free, fair and transparent manner. Speaking after his election as President, the Hon. Isa said the successful election marked the …

The battle for promotion to the Nigerian Women’s Football League (NWFL) Premiership resumes on Monday as the teams return to action for the decisive second matchday of the 2026 NWFL Championship in Calabar. After an entertaining opening day that saw 20 goals in eight games, clubs will be eager to strengthen their promotion ambitions, while others will struggle to revive …

REGINA – According to head coach Corey Mace, the football gods smiled on the Saskatchewan Roughriders on Sunday. The Riders, despite entering the game against the Hamilton Tiger-Cats with a 3-1 record, struggled defensively when it came to forcing turnovers. The physical, ball-handling defense that topped the CFL last year with 23 interceptions — as well as forcing 41 turnovers …

A bold statement by Senator Ned Nwoko has sparked fresh debate over the future of Nigerian football. According to the senator, the Super Eagles can emulate the remarkable progress made by Morocco and other ambitious football nations to become a force at the 2030 FIFA World Cup. Related: Can Nigeria keep Chelle’s $100,000 monthly salary? But what lessons should Nigeria …

By Ori Martins The global scene is absolutely imperfect. It is grossly full of irritating imperfections. And the FIFA World Cup is no exception. It has been established that whenever the World Cup is played in the year with the number six, the biggest football event in the world usually ends up in troubled waters. Perhaps it was in 1966 …

In a dramatic turn that has had repercussions on the South African Premier Soccer League (PSL) Nigerian football circles and fans, Stanley Nwabali He has officially returned to Chippa United. He Super Eagles The goalkeeper, who left the Chilli Boys by mutual consent in February 2026, has rejoined the Port Elizabeth-based club, marking a return home after months of uncertainty, …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …