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Super Eagles striker Sadiq Umar lamented Nigeria’s failure to qualify for the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup, revealing that he may soon retire from the country’s national team squad. The Valencia forward said he had not yet made a final decision but planned to evaluate his future when the club’s new season begins. Speaking to Radio France Internationale Hausa, the …

A look at Nigeria’s failure to qualify for the 2026 World Cup shows that it is not at all easy to explain. The Super Eagles had forwards who played for top European clubs, midfielders with a solid reputation at the club and enough individual quality to make qualification more than achievable. However, it is not the first time the team …

Post views: 13 The Rangers International FC Foundation will partner with the Kunie Foundation to promote social impact initiatives and community development programs targeting children and youth in Iva Valley, Enugu State. On Tuesday, June 16, 2026, representatives of the Kunie Foundation, led by its Communications Officer, Uchenna Igboeme, paid a courtesy visit to the corporate office of Rangers …

The President of the Nigerian Olympic Committee (NOC), Engineer Habu Gumel, has launched the Nigerian Sports Safeguarding Policy, describing it as a landmark framework designed to protect athletes and other participants in sports from abuse, harassment, discrimination and reports of exploitation. completesports.com. Speaking at the official opening in Abuja on Tuesday, Gumel said the policy is aligned with global best …

Against all odds, World Cup debutant Cape Verde held powerful Spain to a stunning 0-0 draw in Atlanta, where veteran goalkeeper, Vozinha producing a master class performance. This is the first fairy tale story of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, one that left the reigning European champions frustrated and stunned. For a nation of just over half a million people …

Lionel Messi became the World Cup’s all-time top scorer with a hat-trick as reigning champions Argentina started their defense with victory over Algeria. The Inter Miami forward, making his 200th appearance for his country, opened the scoring in the 16th minute, doubling the lead on the hour before completing his hat-trick in the 76th minute. His efforts created history, as …

The finalists emerged from the Egba Zone of the RIYE Under-15 Athletics Circuit after a thrilling inaugural qualifier held on Monday at the MKO Abiola Sports Arena, Abeokuta, Ogun State. The youth athletics competition, organized by the Tunde Delu Initiativeattracted 18 schools to the Egba zone qualifier, underlining the growing interest in the development of grassroots athletics across Ogun State. …

Super Eagles players are praising Abdullahi Bewene who made a big impression for the team in their recent friendly matches against Poland and Portugal respectively, OwnGoalNigeria.com reports. After a late addition to the team following the retirement of Bright Osayi, Samuel was by far the only debutant to make full use of his opportunity with an impressive performance in both …

Post views: 17 By Wakawaka Sports The controversy surrounding the relocation of the second phase of the Nigeria Basketball Federation (NBBF) Premier League Atlantic Conference from Lagos to Enugu has taken another turn, as the Media Manager of the South East Basketball Association (SEBA), Kennedy Onwunali, has defended the decision, describing it as a step towards expanding the growth …

The Executive Director of Sports Development and Operations of the Edo State Sports Commission (ESSC), Mrs. Sabrina Chikere, has attributed Edo Queens’ triumph in the 2025/26 Nigerian Women Football League (NWFL) Premiership to teamwork, resilience and unwavering determination. READ ALSO: RIYE U15 Athletics Circuit Organizers Express Satisfaction With Egba Zone Revelations, Hope For More Revelations To Come Edo Queens clinched …