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NPFL: Salisu Yusuf backs Shooting Stars to improve after winning start
The Oluyole Warriors secured all three points in a lively opening fixture that produced three first-half goals…
NPFL: 3SC defeats Inter Lagos FC 2-1 in league opener
Shooting Stars had an opportunity to extend their advantage in the second half from the penalty spot, but Adam…
FIFA U17 WWC: Flamingos coach invites 25 players for first phase of final camping
The Flamingos defeated their counterparts from Bénin Republic home and away in the final round of the African …
NFF names Abdulrahaman new NPFL COO after league board sack
Mr Abdulrahaman’s appointment, which takes immediate effect, was announced on Friday as the 2026/27 NPFL seaso…
Bayelsa table tennis stars rewarded after triple-title triumph in Calabar
BYSTTA Chairman Ama-ebi Ebikpolade Stow said the association was more concerned about the long-term welfare of…
“This boy should retire”: Nigerians react after English club parts ways with Kelechi Nwakali
Barnsley has confirmed Kelechi Nwakali's exit by mutual consent amid disciplinary issues, leaving the Super Ea…
NSC Appoints Ikpeme NFF Interim General Secretary
The National Sports Commission (NSC) has endorsed Emmanuel Ikpeme as the interim general secretary of the Nige…
D’Tigers face South Sudan test as World Cup pressure mounts after Cameroon defeat
With the qualification race in Group E so tightly contested, another defeat could leave D’Tigers with little r…
Why NFF dumped Nike after 11 years and signed a new kit deal with Adidas
Nigeria Football Federation has signed a landmark kit deal with Adidas, ending an 11-year relationship with Ni…
NFF suspends elections, sacks league boards amid football reforms
For now, the interim leadership headed by Mr Ikpeme is expected to maintain the federation’s essential operati…
Michael Emenalo: Former Chelsea director tipped to replace Ibrahim Gusau as NFF president
An ex-Super Eagles star has urged the NFF to pursue Michael Emenalo for leadership, following a crisis that le…
Conference League: Arokodare strikes twice as Ajax beat Sion to reach League phase
Just days after scoring and providing an assist in the first leg in Switzerland, Arokodare once again proved d…
Masai Russell breaks Amusan’s World Record as Nigerian finishes second in Zurich
Amusan was on the track to witness her record fall but responded with an impressive performance of her own, ru…
Senator Shehu Sani drops bombshell on who should become next NFF president
Senator Shehu Sani advocated for a former Nigerian footballer to lead the NFF after Ibrahim Gusau's resignatio…
Champions League draw: Arsenal, Barcelona, Real Madrid and Man United know UCL opponents
The 2026/27 Champions League draw sees Arsenal face Real Madrid, with Manchester United, PSG, and Aston Villa …
CAFWCL Qualifiers: Edo Queens beat ASEC Mimosas, reach next round
The result takes Edo Queens to six points from two matches, putting the Nigerian champions in a strong positio…
Tinubu orders comprehensive football reform after Gusau’s resignation
President Tinubu said the proposed reform would address longstanding weaknesses in the administration and deve…
Gusau defends NFF record, reveals why he resigned
In what amounted to a final defence of his administration, Mr Gusau highlighted developments in coaching educa…
Victor Osimhen: 5-Time Champions League winners ready to beat Arsenal to sign Nigerian striker
Barcelona have turned to Victor Osimhen as their top transfer target after Atletico Madrid blocked a move for …
UEFA Pursues Criminal Case Against Infantino Over FIFA Asset Sale
UEFA is pursuing criminal legal proceedings against FIFA and its president, Gianni Infantino, over a now-scrap…
UPDATED: NFF President Gusau, Board Members Resign
Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) President, Ibrahim Gusau, has resigned from office amid mounting pressure ov…
Gusau confirms resignation as NFF president
Mr Gusau announced his decision at a press conference at the NFF headquarters in Abuja on Thursday. The post G…
Nigeria Football Federation president Ibrahim Gusau resigns, gives reason
NFF President Ibrahim Gusau has resigned amid pressure after Nigeria's failures to qualify for the 2027 FIFA W…
Tragedy as six football fans killed in accident while returning from match
Six Highlanders FC supporters tragically died in a road crash returning from a match. Five others were also in…
Good news for Nigeria as Chelsea reach agreement to sign Super Eagles-eligible star
Chelsea have agreed to sign Nigeria-eligible defender Honest Ahanor from Atalanta for €40 million, marking a s…
Touré Makes History As First African Coach In Champions League
Yaya Touré has become the first African coach to lead a club into the UEFA Champions League group stage after …
D’Tigers set to begin World Cup Qualifying second round against Cameroon
Having revived their qualification hopes during the last window, D’Tigers will now look to build on that momen…
Chelsea, Arsenal and Tottenham lead Premier League's top spenders in 2026 summer transfer window
Chelsea tops the Premier League spending charts this summer with £347m this summer, while Ipswich, Tottenham, …
NFF President To Resign As DSS Probes Alleged Missing N17b
Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) President, Ibrahim Gusau, is expected to resign from office alongside severa…
NFF crisis: Gusau to address press amid resignation reports
The reported resignation and the growing crisis surrounding Nigerian football are expected to dominate Thursda…
Omidiran tasks FCT FA, Sports Department on grassroots talent discovery
Speaking at the meeting, Mrs Omidiran said she was committed to making the FCT a leading centre for discoverin…
NPFL lands $7.5m EuroMatch title sponsorship deal to end decade-long wait
Under the terms of the deal, EuroMatch becomes the official title sponsor of the Nigeria Premier Football Leag…
NFF probe alleges officials influenced national team invitations for financial gains
The report alleged that “some of the Board Members influenced the invitation of players to the National Teams …
Man City Complete £86m Bouaddi Signing From Lille
Manchester City have completed the signing of Morocco international, Ayyoub Bouaddi, from Lille in an £85.6m d…
INTERVIEW: Why I joined Rangers and what I want to achieve this season – Ifeanyi Okechukwu
The 21-year-old midfielder joins Rangers after gaining valuable experience with Niger Tornadoes, Enyimba, and …
Enyimba supporters demand continental ticket in new NPFL season
The supporters expressed disappointment with the club’s performance last season, saying they expected better r…
Raheem Sterling: Former Man City and Arsenal star arrested, could face 2 years in prison
Raheem Sterling has been charged with dangerous driving after a M3 crash. The ex-England winger faces addition…
Celestine Babayaro and 4 other famous footballers who reportedly went broke after retiring
Footballers like Ronaldinho, Maradona, and Babayaro went bankrupt despite earning millions, revealing the frag…
Diamond League: Amusan leads Nigerian trio into finale push in Zurich
The Nigerian hurdler will return to Diamond League action for the first time since June, having subsequently c…
Carabao Cup: Awoniyi shines in Coventry City full debut with goal, assist
The goal and assist will provide Awoniyi with an early confidence boost as he continues his bid to rediscover …