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Faculty of Physical and Health Sciences Student Association (FPHSSA) Coach Daniel Joshua has praised the Lagos University Students Union (ULSU) to revive competitive sports, describing the tournament as a vital platform to discover and showcase student-athletes across the institution. Speaking after his team’s 2-1 loss to MSA in the ULSU Super Cup knockout stage at the UNILAG Sports Centre, Joshua …

Nigeria senior national team coach Eric Chelle is still not satisfied with the addition of Al Ittihad striker George Ilenikhena to the team’s attack, OwnGoalNigeria.com reports. Chelle managed to convert the 19-year-old from the Ligue 1 giants to the Saudi Arabian side in January. Many saw the capture of Ilenikhena as enough of an option for striker Victor Osimhen. However, …

Spanish side Valencia are weighing the possibility of signing Nigerian striker Josh Maja following his departure from Sky Bet Championship side West Bromwich Albion. completesports.com information. Maja is currently available on a free transfer after his contract with the Baggies expired at the end of the 2025/26 season, making him an attractive option for clubs looking to strengthen their attack …

Post views: 139 Niger State Governor, farmer Mohammed Umaru Bago, had led the President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Ibrahim Musa Gusau, on an inspection tour of the ongoing renovation of the Bako Kontagora Stadium in Minna as efforts intensify to ensure that the Niger Tornadoes continue to play their home matches in Minna. Speaking during the inspection, …

nigerian striker Kelechi Iheanacho has defended his move to the Turkish second division Bursaspor after rejecting an offer presented by the Scottish champions Celtic to keep him at the club for at least one more season. Kelechi Iheanacho, who won a league double with Celtic last season, has abandoned contract talks with the Scottish giants and completed a shock move …

CAF has received written statements from several Cameroonian football stakeholders to look into and investigate certain alleged improper conduct by Mr. Samuel Eto’o who is President of the Fédération Camerounaise de Football (“FECAFOOT”). CAF is looking into these requests based on and in accordance with the CAF Statutes and Regulations. Whilst the allegations are prima facie serious, Mr. Samuel Eto’o …

Post views: 23 By Wakawaka Sports Silversports Football Club has recorded another milestone after the invitation of two of its players to the Imo State team ahead of their preparations for the upcoming FirstBank/Samuel Okwaraji U-16 Championship. The development was revealed by the club’s Chief Executive Officer, Kennedy Onwunali, while leading the players at the state team’s training camp. …

He Lagos University Students Union (ULSU) Super Cup delivered another day of exciting action as CISA, COMPSSA and NUESA places guaranteed for the men’s football semi-finals, while NUESA, PESSA, FESSA and MSA advanced in the women’s competition after impressive quarterfinal victories at the UNILAG Sports Center. CISA earned its place among the four finalists with a convincing result 2-0 victory …

The Confederation of African Football has increased the prize money for winners of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations by 100 percent, increasing it from $1 million to $2 million. This is the second time CAF has collected prize money in a year, coming just days before WAFCON 2026 in Morocco, where 16 teams will compete in an expanded tournament …

Galatasaray’s latest signing Lesley Ugochukwu has been told he has a chance of playing for Nigeria’s senior team despite initially turning down the opportunity, OwnGoalNigeria.com can exclusively reveal. Six days ago, the 22-year-old joined the Turkish team on loan from Burnley for an initial £3m with a option to make the deal permanent next summer for another £22.5m or his …