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…
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…
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…
In a dramatic twist, Niger Tornadoes have been forced to adopt the Lafia City Stadium, home of Nasarawa United, as their new home ground for the remainder of the season. The move comes after the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) banned Tornadoes from using their original home ground, the Bako Kontagora Stadium, and disapproved their…
The national playoffs for the 2025 President Federation Cup are set, and the finalists are in! AFROSPORTNEWS reports that two teams from each state have secured their spots in the highly anticipated tournament. From Imo State, Heartland and OISA FC have qualified, while Enyimba and Ahudiyannem FC will represent Abia. Kwara United and Abubakar Bukola…
The stage is set for the 11th edition of the prestigious Nigeria Pitch Awards, as the organizers unveiled a star-studded list of nominees at a press conference held on Thursday at Bon Hotel, Ikeja. The awards, renowned for their credibility, transparency, and integrity since their inception in 2013, continue to celebrate the best in Nigerian…
Recipients of the second edition of the Nigeria National League (NNL) Monthly Awards, powered by Prostar and Spotlight Hub, will receive their prizes on Thursday, February 13, at the NNL Secretariat in Wuse Zone 7, Obasanjo Street, Abuja. The prestigious ceremony will celebrate seven awardees across various categories, with notable guests including former Nigeria Football…
SOCCER fireworks light up Olubadan Stadium on Valentine’s Day Star fixture as VIA Academy tackles De Pride FC in the 88th edition of the Ibadan Football Council (IFC) LEAGUE. VIA FA, which finished third in the last edition of the League, are up against familiar foes in De Pride FC. Revenge would be on De…
