In a dramatic move, Bendel Insurance have suspended their technical adviser, Greg Ikhenoba, following a string of poor performances in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL). The decision was made public on Monday in an official statement by Edo State Sports Commission Chairman, Hon. Amadin Desmond Enabulele. Ikhenoba’s suspension takes immediate effect, marking a sudden…
Ahead of FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup, Nigeria’s U-17 women’s national team, the Flamingos, will depart Abuja in the early hours of Wednesday, October 8, aboard Royal Air Maroc, as they begin the final phase of their preparations for the 2025 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco. The team is scheduled to arrive in Morocco’s industrial and economic capital, Casablanca…
All is set for the much-anticipated Olubadan Cup 2025, with the official draw ceremony scheduled to take place tomorrow, October 7, at 4 PM inside the Olubadan Stadium Hostel Hall. This year’s edition marks the 57th anniversary of the prestigious Royal Championship, fondly dubbed the “Royal Rumble”, and promises to be one of the most…
Super Eagles Head Coach, Eric Chelle has effected two last minute changes to the squad invited to feature in the last legs of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers scheduley to hold later this week. Zaidu Sanusi (FC Porto) replaces Bright Osayi-Samuel, while Christantus Uche (Crystal Palace) replaces Cyriel Dessers, following reports of injuries. The Eagles…
— An Opinion Piece by Boluwaji Ogunmola What do slam dunks and sickle cell anemia have in common? If your first instinct is “nothing,” then you’re not alone—but Showtyme Foundation is here to prove us all wrong. Last week at the Lekan Salami Stadium in Ibadan, I witnessed something truly remarkable: the 2025 edition of…
Nigeria’s Flying Eagles are through to the Round of 16 at the FIFA U-20 World Cup in Chile after a gutsy 1-1 draw with Colombia in a tense showdown early Monday morning. The thrilling encounter at the Estadio Fiscal de Talca saw Nigeria battle back from a goal down to secure a vital point —…
Veteran coach Gbenga Ogunbote is reportedly on the verge of making a dramatic return to the Nigeria Premier Football League, with Kwara United poised to appoint him as their new technical adviser. Sources close to the club reveal Ogunbote is now the leading candidate to take over after the sudden sacking of head coach Tunde…
In a dramatic twist, Steven Gerrard could be heading back to Rangers, the club where he made his managerial breakthrough — and won hearts — with a historic title triumph. According to Goal, the Scottish Premiership giants are eyeing a sensational reunion with their former boss after sacking Russell Martin. Martin’s dismal spell came to…
Manchester City star midfielder Rodri has withdrawn from international duty with Spain after picking up a muscle injury on Sunday — sparking concern among fans just weeks before key Premier League and Champions League fixtures. While the injury is not believed to be serious, the decision to keep him out of the Spain squad is…
Super Eagles’ Head Coach Eric Chelle has drafted team captain William Ekong, goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali, defenders Bright Osayi-Samuel and Calvin Bassey, midfielders Alex Iwobi and Wilfred Ndidi, and forwards Victor Osimhen and Simon Moses in his list of 23 players for this month’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying matches against Lesotho and Benin Republic. Defender…
