Southampton have announced Nigeria striker Paul Onuachu will join, Trabzonspor, on a permanent move. The Saints announced on their website on Friday that they have agreed terms with Turkish Süper Lig club, Trabzonspor for the striker’s transfer to the latter. Onuachu, 31, spent two-and-a-half years at St Mary’s Stadium. He forward spent the 2023/24 campaign…
Former Super Falcons tactician, Randy Waldrum, has backed Africa’s most successful side, to win the title at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations. The Super Falcons are among the 12 African teams that will compete for the coveted title in Morocco next month. American, Waldrum was in charge when the nine-time champions, finished fourth…
In a historic gathering at Lekan Salami Stadium on Sunday, former professional footballers from Ibadan, both home and abroad, reunited for a novelty match to launch a grassroots football revival initiative. The event saw legendary players including Mutiu Adepoju, Dimeji Lawal, Ike Shorunmu, Edith Agoye, and Femi Opabunmi return to the pitch, with many traveling…
By Boluwaji Ogunmola Ibadan, June 4, 2025 – The Akeem Atilola Foundation is set to host the second edition of its highly successful basketball clinic on June 11 and 12, 2025, at the Adamasingba Stadium outdoor court in Ibadan. This year’s event promises to be even more impactful, offering College scholarship opportunities for elite players…
By Boluwaji Ogunmola Ibadan, Nigeria – In a bid to restore Oyo State’s reputation as a breeding ground for top football talents, the Ibadan Ex-Professional Footballers Association has announced plans to return to grassroots development. Chairman of the association, Mr. Temitope Obideyi, revealed this during a recent interview, emphasizing the need to rediscover and nurture…
Nigeria’s hopes of reaching the 2026 FIFA World Cup finals suffered a setback on Tuesday after the Warriors of Zimbabwe scored a last-minute equalizer in their Matchday 6 encounter at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo. The result meant the Super Eagles are still stuck in fourth place in group C, as leaders South Africa…
The Flying Eagles were emphatic 2-0 winners over hosts Young Elephants of Cote d’Ivoire in the first of two international friendly matches at the Stade Félix Houphouët Boigny in the heart of the Ivorian capital on Thursday. Captain Daniel Bameyi made good from the spot three minutes after the hour mark, converting from six yards…
After the President Federation Cup finals in all 36 states and Federal Capital Territory FCT Abuja, the competition is set to hit national playoffs stage for men and women on 5 March 2025. 20 men’s teams out of 74 that qualified from the States and FCT will pair up to produce 10 clubs for the…
In a surprising move, the management of Nigeria Premier Football League side Kano Pillars has extended the tenure of interim coach Ahmed Garba Yaro Yaro. The decision was confirmed following a crucial board meeting held on Sunday at the Sani Abacha Stadium. Yaro Yaro has been at the helm since the suspension of technical adviser…
Nigerian footballers were in sensational form across Europe’s top leagues over the weekend, delivering goals, assists, and standout performances that left fans in awe. From Italy to Germany, France, England, and Spain, Super Eagles stars proved their mettle on the pitch. Ademola Lookman was the star of the show in Italy, netting a brace as…
