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Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle, has summoned 23 players for the FIFA 2026 World Cup Qualifiers Nigeria against Lesotho crocodiles and the Benin Republic Squirrel. The squad includes Captain William Troost-Ekong, Stanley Nwabali, Bright Osayi-Samuel, Calvin Bassey, Alex Iwobi, Wilfred Ndidi, Victor Osimhen, and Moses Simon. Semi Ajayi defender, who sat in the September match due to injury, made …

Post views: 8 The National Executive Committee (NEC) of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) suspended the president of the Chapter of the State of Lagos, Mrs. Olatu Oladunni, and the secretary, Bello Omotunde Muritala, from all the activities of the association with immediate effect. The decision announced a letter to them, with copies to the Police Inspector …

On January 22, 2025, the Nigeria American Football Association (NAFA) marked a new chapter as Cleveland Browns, through its Nigeria Browns operation, Nigeria announced an innovative association aimed at expanding the growth and development of American football at the base level. This collaboration was possible through the Global Markets Program of the National Football League (NFL), which granted the official …

The Junior swimming team of Nigeria started flying in the Africa area 2 in Ghana championship, transporting six medals in the morning session of the opening day, highlighted by two gold medals, one silver and three bronze. Swimmer Swimmer Aidan Dumuje stole the spotlight with a sensational double gold performance. He claimed the 200m event of freestyle boys in 2 …

The current continental champion, Oluwatimilehin Doko, heads the list of 15 words warriors who have been carefully selected to represent Nigeria in the next World Association of English Scrabble players (Wespa), championship in Accra, the capital of Ghana, the ‘entrance door to Africa’. The list of 15 men made public by the Nigeria Scrabble Federation (NSF), is dominated by 5 …

The best sports betting site 1xBet is going to tell you about this weekend’s most interesting matches, on which you can place winning bets! But remember that even the most exciting battles shouldn’t violate the principles of responsible gambling. Chelsea vs Liverpool, October 4 In the autumn, Chelsea became too vulnerable, which can be explained by the strain the team …

The member of the Board of Directors of Nvbf expresses hope in the future of women’s volleyball Abuja (Core reporter) Chindu Odozor-Onikeku, a newly elected member of the Council of Nigeria Volleyball Federation (NVBF), expressed optimism on the future of women’s volleyball players, stating that the future is bright for girls. Speaking on October 2, 2025, the last day of …

The newly signed defender of Inter Milan, Manuel Akanji, opened on the reason why he played for the Swiss national team before the national senior team of Nigeria, reports Owngoalnigeria.com. Akanji, who joined the Italian giants after a period of three seasons very successful with Manchester City, has 73 caps for Switzerland at a higher level, after progressing from their …

The stage is prepared for another exciting edition of the Ogun Swan Security Cup, since the raffles of the group stage occupied the center of the stage on Friday. Security agencies throughout the State will once again change their uniforms for football kits, testing their skills, teamwork and resistance in the field. Read also: Yeyeluwa by Edeland Backs 2025 Osun …

Post views: 147 By SilverNews Commissioner for state sport IMO, Hon. Obinna Onyeocha, accused the athletes of special state skills to aim for excellence in their ongoing championships in Lagos. Onyeocha, who praised their determination, assured them the continuous support of the government.One of the extraordinary artists, Nwaozuzu chipuru, has already brought glory to …