Friendly: Russia announces venue for Super Eagles clash
Russia has picked the famous Luzhniki Stadium in Moscow to host their friendly match against Nigeria’s Super Eagles. The game is set to take place on Friday, June 6, 2025, according to the Russia Football Union (RFU) website. The last time the Russian national team played at Luzhniki was in a World Cup qualifier against […]
NPFL: Court sentences Lafia football fan for assaulting Plateau United player
Justice has been served after a football fan was sent to prison for attacking a player during a Nigerian Premier Football League (NPFL) match in Lafia. On Thursday, a Chief Magistrate Court sentenced Bashir Bala to three months in jail, with an option to pay a fine. He was charged with assault, using criminal force, […]
Gusau hails NNL leadership over quality organistion
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has praised the leadership of the Nigeria National League (NNL) for doing a great job in organizing the league. This praise was given by the NFF President, Ibrahim Musa Gusau, during the third edition of the NNL Monthly Awards held in Abuja. Gusau, who was represented by NFF First Vice […]
Plateau United player hospitalised after being stabbed in the neck at NPFL game
Plateau United football club has confirmed that their striker, Vincent Temitope, was st@bbed in the neck by a fan after a Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) match against Nasarawa United. The incident happened on Sunday, April 13, at the Lafia City Stadium, shortly after Plateau United lost 3-2. According to the club’s Media Director, Yaksat […]
NFF mourns former Super Eagles coach, Christian Chukwu
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) is mourning the loss of former Super Eagles coach and captain, Christian Chukwu, who died on Saturday morning. Chukwu was a respected football figure in Nigeria. He played for Rangers International of Enugu and was known for his leadership and strength on and off the field. In 1980, he led […]
I was supposed to take over from Okocha, Kanu at Super Eagles – Kcee
Popular Nigerian singer Kcee, whose real name is Kingsley Okonkwo, has shared that he was once a professional footballer before switching to music. In a chat with podcaster Temisan Emmanuel, the “Limpopo” star said he played for Julius Berger FC and Puma FC in the 1990s. Kcee said his football journey even took him to […]
NPFL: Ogunmodede confident Remo Stars will win title despite defeat to Rivers United
Remo Stars head coach, Daniel Ogunmodede, still believes his team can win the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) title, even after losing 1-0 to Rivers United. The defeat reduced Remo Stars’ lead at the top of the table to five points. With seven games left in the season, the team is focused on winning their […]
U-20 AFCON: Flying Eagles coach names 35 players for final training in Abuja
The head coach of Nigeria’s U-20 team, Aliyu Zubairu, has announced a list of 35 players for their final training camp in Abuja. This is in preparation for the 2025 Africa U-20 Cup of Nations (AFCON). The team moved to Abuja on Monday to begin the final phase of their training. Many of the selected […]
Federation Cup: Boboye names strong squad for Akwa United vs Mighty Jets Feeders
Akwa United head coach, Kennedy Boboye, has picked a strong 20-man squad for their Federation Cup Round of 32 match against Mighty Jets Feeders. The team includes young talents like Emmanuel Ini, Etiene Asuquo, Paschal Onunze, Tochukwu Samuel, Ibrahim Akande, and Osoba Kabir. Captain Jean Efala, along with Endurance Ebedebiri, Uche Sabastine, Seyi Oguntayo, Ubong […]
Thugs ‘beat up’ Lobi stars players during training in Benue
Lobi Stars Football Club players and staff were reportedly attacked by thugs during their training session at the Government Model Secondary School Pitch in Makurdi, Benue State. According to reports, the attackers beat up some players and staff, accusing them of selling matches, especially a recent game between Lobi Stars and Abia Warriors. Some players […]