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Report: Bayern Munich shows Interest in Ndidi – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Coach Thomas Tuchel has taken notice of Bayern’s interest in Ndidi and is eager to have …

FIFA Yemisi Akintoye has been selected for the 2023 African Women’s Champions League taking place in Cote d’Ivoire from 5th November to 19th November, 2023. The UNILAG Graduate arbiter was one of the 17 Referees shortlisted across Africa and one of the 12 selected after an intensive one week pre-tournament course. Miss Akintoye shall be officiating at the tournament alongside …

Guinea-Bissau’s preparations for AFCON 2023 suffered a huge setback following a 6-2 loss to Mali in a friendly game in Bamako on Saturday. The defeat is coming just one week before Guinea-Bissau face Côte d’Ivoire in the opening game of this year’s AFCON. The Ivorians gave their preparations for the competition a big boost with a resounding 5-1 win against …

Following a 0-0 draw against South Africa, which secured Nigeria’s qualification for the Olympics after a 1-0 victory in the first leg, Coach Randy Waldrum shared his thoughts and emotions. Waldrum began by addressing the media’s role in the team’s journey. He expressed his gratitude for the support they’ve received, while also acknowledging the skepticism from some quarters. Read Also: …

A momentous Friday unfolded at Ifeanyi Ubah Stadium in Nnewi, Anambra State, as Hopeland FC of Nnewi emerged triumphant in the Igwe Orizu Diamond U-20 Football Cup Championship. The spirited team secured a dramatic win in a penalty shootout against Rangels FC of Achina, Aguata, claiming an 8-9 victory following a goalless stalemate during regulation time. The championship, a tribute …

Barcelona edged Paris Saint-Germain 3-2 in their UEFA Champions League first leg quarter-final tie on Wednesday in France. The result means PSG’s 27-game unbeaten run has come to an end , as they suffer their first defeat since losing to AC Milan in November. It is a first Champions League quarter-final win for Barcelona since April 2019 against Manchester United. …

Enyimba midfielder Daniel Daga was named Man of the Match in the club’s 1-0 triumph over Kwara United on Sunday. Chijioke Mbaoma scored the solitary goal of the game from the spot in the closing stages of the first half. Daga was selected as the Man of the Match following his superlative performance in the game. The former Flying Eagles …

The Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF) has announced a significant increase in the prize money for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Ivory Coast. Winner of the tournament will now receive $7 million and the runner-up will be awarded $4 million, reflecting a 40% increase from previous editions.     Additionally, the semi-finalists will each receive $2.5 million, while …

Amaju Pinnick Backs Finidi for Super Eagles Job – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Finidi is currently the interim coach of the team following the exit of Jose Peseiro, whose contract expired after the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations.     Pinnick argued that the UCL winner has the experience as both a player and …

The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) displayed resilience in the opening match of the 2nd edition of the Governor Abdullahi Sule Inter-Security Agencies Unity Cup Football Tournament, securing a thrilling 2-1 victory over the Nigerian Police Force. Charles Dodo provided an early lead for the Nigerian Police Force, but the FRSC rallied from behind with Aliyu and Chidera Nduka scoring …