Super Eagles Struggle in 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers Against South Africa and Benin Republic
The Super Eagles have faced a disappointing setback in their quest to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, failing to secure a win in their recent matches against South Africa and Benin Republic. The team’s performance has sparked concerns among fans and analysts as the road to the World Cup becomes increasingly challenging. In […]
Ikorodu City, Nasarawa United, Elkanemi Warriors, and Beyond Limits Promoted to Nigeria Premier Football League
Four teams have earned promotion to the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) following their successful campaigns in the Nigeria National League (NNL) Super 8 playoff. The teams, Ikorodu City, Nasarawa United, Elkanemi Warriors, and Beyond Limits, will join the NPFL for the upcoming season. Ikorodu City, making history with their first-ever promotion to the country’s […]
NPFL fines Enyimba and Rangers, awards three points to Enugu team
The Nigeria Premier Football League has handed down a N5 million fine to Rangers International FC for multiple infractions during the Match Day 35 fixture against Enyimba International FC, held at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium in Enugu on Sunday, June 9. In a letter dated June 10, and issued to Rangers by the NPFL Chief […]
Ten Hag to remain Man Utd manager after review
Erik Ten Hag will remain as manager of Manchester United following a post-season review by the club’s board. United instigated their review immediately after the FA Cup final win over Manchester City. Ten Hag, who has been on holiday with his family in Ibiza, is known to be delighted at the outcome of yesterday’s review, […]
Super Eagles Struggle in 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers, Minister Demands Explanation
The Nigerian national football team, the Super Eagles, are facing significant challenges in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers following their failure to secure maximum points against the Cheetahs of Benin Republic in a recent match. The Super Eagles, eager for a victory after a draw against South Africa in their previous fixture, suffered a […]
Oriental derby abandoned as Enyimba protests penalty decision
It was a catastrophic and abrupt end to the oriental derby between Enugu Rangers and Enyimba International, after the game was abandoned following a late penalty call. The Week 35 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) match, which was a title decider, saw Enyimba player abandon the game, and fans invaded the pitch, after a penalty […]
Super Eagles Coach Finidi George Confident of Team’s Revival in 2026 World Cup Qualifiers
The Super Eagles head coach, Finidi George, has expressed optimism that his team will regain their winning form in the ongoing 2026 World Cup qualifiers, despite a recent string of disappointing results. Nigeria’s national football team has now gone three matches without a win in the qualifiers, following a 1-1 draw against South Africa last […]
Premier League Clubs Vote to Retain VAR
English Premier League clubs voted on Thursday to continue using the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) system for the upcoming season, despite ongoing controversies and criticisms. The decision was made at the Premier League’s annual general meeting, where 19 out of the 20 clubs voted in favor of retaining the technology. According to the BBC, Wolverhampton […]
Caf admits Wafcon and Afcon ‘scheduling nightmare’
Organisers of Africa’s premier men’s and women’s international football tournaments have admitted they face a “scheduling nightmare”, but dates for forthcoming editions are closer to being agreed. General Secretary of the Confederation of African Football (Caf), Veron Mosengo-Omba in an interview, promised that an announcement on the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (Wafcon) in […]
Antonio Conte Appointed as New Napoli Coach
Napoli have announced the appointment of former Chelsea and Tottenham coach Antonio Conte as their new head coach. This comes after a turbulent season following their triumphant 2022-2023 Serie A title win. “Welcome Antonio,” declared Aurelio De Laurentiis, Napoli’s president and owner, on X, formerly known as Twitter. The announcement was accompanied by a photograph […]
