Abia Warriors and Enyimba played out a tense goalless draw in Sunday’s Oriental Derby at the Umuahia Township Stadium. Despite several chances from Enyimba’s Kalu Nweke, Joseph Atule, and Edidiong Ezikiel, Abia Warriors’ defense stood firm, backed by a roaring home crowd. Fans praised both teams for their discipline and intensity throughout the match. Enyimba…
The Super Eagles have officially opened camp in Rabat, Morocco, ahead of Thursday’s 2026 FIFA World Cup playoff clash against Gabon. Six players — Calvin Bassey, Alex Iwobi, Samuel Chukwueze, Tolu Arokodare, Olakunle Olusegun, and Wilfred Ndidi — have already checked in. Head coach Eric Chelle, who called up 24 players for the crucial tie,…
Super Eagles defender Calvin Bassey has assured fans he’s fully fit for Nigeria’s 2026 World Cup playoffs despite picking up a knock in Fulham’s 2-0 loss to Everton on Saturday. Bassey, who limped briefly during the heated clash, dismissed any injury worries after the game. “I got a little knock, but I’m fine,” the 25-year-old…
Katsina United FC has debunked viral reports claiming violence and the death of a player during their NPFL clash with Barau FC in Katsina. In a statement on Sunday, the club’s media director, Nasir Gide, described the story as “false, misleading, and a deliberate attempt to damage the club’s image.” Gide clarified that no fan…
Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has named Semi Ajayi in Nigeria’s 24-man squad for the 2026 World Cup playoff clash against Gabon, even though the defender is suspended for that match. Ajayi earned a suspension after picking up a yellow card in Nigeria’s 4–0 win over Benin Republic during the final round of the…
A violent scene broke out on Saturday during an NPFL match between Katsina United and Barau FC after Barau’s Nana Abraham was reportedly attacked by angry home fans. Trouble started moments after Orji Kalu scored a 69th-minute equalizer for Barau FC, making it 1-1. Enraged supporters allegedly assaulted Abraham, leaving him with a deep neck…
Captain William Ekong, ace forward Victor Osimhen, goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali, and defenders Bright Osayi-Samuel and Calvin Bassey have been included in Nigeria’s 24-man list for next week’s 2026 FIFA World Cup African Play-off Tournament in Rabat, Morocco. Super Eagles’ Head Coach Eric Chelle has also included 89-cap midfielder Alex Iwobi, exciting young defender Benjamin Fredericks,…
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 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…
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,…
