World Cup 2026: ‘We’ve Ronaldo’ – Cancelo names Portugal among favourites to win trophy
João Cancelo has expressed confidence in Portugal national football team ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026. The defender believes Portugal has what it takes to compete strongly for the title. He highlighted the presence of Cristiano Ronaldo as a key factor in the team’s chances. Cancelo said the squad is filled with quality players […]
AFCON 2025: NFF, EFA in talks to reschedule Super Eagles vs Egypt friendly
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) and the Egyptian Football Association (EFA) are currently discussing a new date for the friendly match between the Super Eagles and the Pharaohs. The game was earlier scheduled as part of the teams’ preparation for the 2025 AFCON, but both sides are now reviewing their calendars due to changing commitments. […]
NPFL: Kwara United’s trio ruled out of Niger Tornadoes clash
Kwara United will be without three key players when they face Niger Tornadoes in their next NPFL fixture. The club confirmed that the trio picked up injuries that make them unavailable for the upcoming game. Their absence is a big setback for the coaching crew, especially as the team is hoping to secure important points […]
National Council on Sports imposes N10m sanction on states with offending athletes
The National Council on Sports has announced a N10 million fine for any state that fields an athlete who breaks the competition rules. The council said the decision became necessary to stop the growing cases of states using unqualified or ineligible athletes during national tournaments. Officials believe the sanction will promote fairness across all sports […]
‘My son big fan of yours’ – Trump says as he honours Cristiano Ronaldo at White House
Former U.S. President Donald Trump welcomed football superstar Cristiano Ronaldo to the White House, where he expressed admiration for the athlete and mentioned that his son is a huge fan. Trump praised Ronaldo for his global influence, calling him one of the most iconic sports figures of this generation. The visit drew significant attention as […]
Falconets floor Ghana in WAFU B opener
Nigeria’s U-20 women’s national team, the Falconets, started their WAFU B U-20 Women’s Championship campaign on a strong note with an impressive win over rivals Ghana. The young Nigerian side showed dominance, skill, and teamwork throughout the match, securing a well-deserved victory in their opening fixture. The Falconets controlled most of the game, breaking down […]
UCL: Slavia Prague coach laments Ogbu’s absence for Arsenal clash
Slavia Prague head coach has expressed concern over the absence of key defender Igoh Ogbu ahead of their UEFA Champions League match against Arsenal. Ogbu, an important part of the team’s backline, will miss the game due to injury, and his absence is seen as a major setback. Speaking ahead of the match, the coach […]
2026 WCQ playoffs: Rohr predicts Nigeria vs Gabon clash
Former Super Eagles coach Gernot Rohr has shared his thoughts ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup playoff match between Nigeria and Gabon. The highly anticipated clash will decide which team moves closer to securing a spot at the World Cup. Rohr believes the encounter will be very competitive, noting that both teams are strong […]
CAF Champions League: Rivers United motivated to face Africa’s top clubs – Finidi
Rivers United head coach, George Finidi, has expressed strong confidence in his team as they prepare for the upcoming CAF Champions League campaign. Finidi said the players are highly motivated and eager to test themselves against top football clubs across Africa. According to him, competing in the Champions League is a major opportunity for the […]
2026 WCQ Playoffs: Gabon to unveil squad for Super Eagles clash Thursday
Gabon’s national team coach, Thierry Mouyouma, is expected to announce his squad list for the 2026 FIFA World Cup playoffs this Thursday. Reports from the Gabonese Press Agency (AGP) indicate that the list will feature 25 players as the Panthers prepare for a crucial showdown. The Panthers will face the Super Eagles of Nigeria in […]