Kwara Utd 2-0 Shooting Stars : Oluyole Warriors unbeaten run halted in Ilorin
The unbeaten streak of Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) of Ibadan was halted on Wednesday after the Oluyole Warriors lost 2-0 to Kwara United of Ilorin. Muhammed Kabiru and Abdullahi Ojifinmi scored in the 21st and 57th minute of the rescheduled matchday 20 fixtures played ar the Rashidi Yekini Mainbowl of the George Innih Stadium,…
Nigeria Pitch Awards: Organizers Unveil Plans for 12th Edition
Organizers of the Nigeria Pitch Awards have announced plans to stage the 12th edition of the prestigious football honours, marking another milestone in the celebration of excellence in Nigerian football. The announcement was made during a Special Luncheon held on Monday at the BON Hotel, Ikeja, Lagos, to appreciate the Awards’ partners and members of…
FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup Finals: Flamingos rout Samoa 4-0 to reach Round of 16
Nigeria reached the Round of 16 at this year’s FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup finals in Morocco after a dominant performance earned them a 4-0 win over Samoa in Rabat. Queen Joseph hit a brace to take her tournament tally to three, and Captain Shakirat Moshood scored from the penalty spot while defender Azeezat Oduntan…
2026 Women’s AFCON Race: Ihezuo, Okoronkwo earn Falcons 2-0 win over Bénin’s Amazons
Forwards Chinwendu Ihezuo aand Esther Okoronkwo scored first-half goals to give reigning African champions, Nigeria’s Super Falcons a 2-0 win over their Bénin Republic counterparts in the first leg of their 2026 Women Africa Cup of Nations qualifying fixture, first leg in Lome, Togo. The Super Falcons started strongly with Rasheedat Ajibade’s 6th…
CAF Awards 2025: Salah, Osimhen, Hakimi Lead Star-Packed Nominee List
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially announced the 2025 CAF Awards nominees, honouring Africa’s best footballers, coaches, clubs, and national teams for their outstanding performances between January 6 and October 15, 2025. According to CAF, a panel of experts — including members of the Technical & Development Committee, CAF Legends, experienced coaches, and…
Canada Crush Nigeria 4–1 in U-17 Women’s World Cup Opener Shock in Morocco
Canada kicked off their FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup Morocco 2025 campaign in style, thrashing Nigeria’s Flamingos 4–1 on Sunday at the Mohammed VI Football Academy in Salé. The North Americans struck early through Gabriela Istocki in the 2nd minute, but Nigeria fought back as Queen Joseph leveled in the 30th after the Canadian keeper…
Chaos in NPFL! Warri Wolves, Tornadoes Stun Giants as Away Teams Dominate Matchday 9
Matchday 9 of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) delivered shocks, goals, and drama as away sides stole the spotlight across the country. In Aba, Warri Wolves stunned Enyimba 2–1, ending the hosts’ four-match home unbeaten run. Tejiri Emonena’s second-half strike sealed the victory after an early own goal and Edidiong Ezekiel’s equaliser. In Yenagoa,…
Tough Weekend for Super Eagles Stars as Losses, Missed Chances and Injury Woes Rock Nigerians Abroad
It was a weekend to forget for Nigerians across Europe and beyond, as several Super Eagles stars endured defeats, poor form, or frustrating nights on the pitch. In Scotland, Kelechi Iheanacho missed key chances as Celtic fell 2–0 to Dundee — their first loss in the city in 37 years.In France, Moses Simon struggled before…
Total Collapse in Abeokuta! Mamelodi Sundowns Humiliate Remo Stars 5–1 in CAF Champions League Clash
It was a night to forget for Remo Stars FC, as the Nigerian side suffered a crushing 5–1 defeat to Mamelodi Sundowns of South Africa in the first leg of the CAF Champions League second round on Sunday. The match, played at the MKO Abiola Sports Complex in Abeokuta, saw the visitors dominate from start…
Former Real Madrid Star Rushed to Hospital After Suffering Stroke
Football fans around the world have been left in shock after reports emerged that former Real Madrid winger Royston Drenthe has suffered a stroke. According to a statement from FC de Rebellen, the 38-year-old was hospitalized on Friday and is currently receiving treatment. The organization, which represents several former professional footballers, confirmed the distressing news…
Mbappe Strikes Again! Real Madrid Go Top After Wild Finish Against Nine-Man Getafe
Real Madrid reclaimed the top spot in LaLiga on Sunday night with a tense 1-0 victory over Getafe, thanks to yet another moment of magic from Kylian Mbappe. The match took a dramatic twist when Allan Nyom, barely a minute after coming on, was sent off for a reckless challenge — a decision that completely…
