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…
Seven-time champions Nigeria will battle it out with tough customers Egypt, South Africa and Morocco in the group phase of this year’s Africa U20 Cup of Nations, scheduled for Cote d’Ivoire 26th April – 18th May. The Flying Eagles pipped host nation Egypt 1-0 in a group phase match at the last edition of the…
Nigerian Grammy Award-winning singer and producer, Tems, has broken new ground by joining the ownership group of Major League Soccer’s San Diego Football Club. The American club announced on Wednesday, February 12, that Tems, through her company The Leading Vibe, is now an official partner. This historic move makes her the first African female to…
Kano Pillars emerged victorious in a thrilling derby clash against El-kanemi Warriors, securing a hard-fought 2-1 win at the Sani Abacha Stadium on Wednesday. The hosts, who had managed only one win in their last five matches, were under immense pressure to deliver a much-needed victory. Despite a goalless first half, both teams created several…
The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has announced major changes to matchday 24 fixtures, with two high-profile games now set for Saturday, 15 February 2024. Nasarawa United will host Remo Stars at the Lafia City Stadium at 4 pm, while Kano Pillars will face Abia Warriors at the Sani Abacha Stadium in Kano. Both matches…
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,…
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…
Manchester United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe is reportedly planning further redundancies at the club as part of a sweeping cost-cutting initiative. The move comes after the club reported staggering losses of nearly £300 million over the past three years, a situation described as “unsustainable” by insiders. While the exact number of job cuts remains unclear,…
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…
The Copa del Rey semifinal draw has been finalized, setting the stage for two thrilling encounters. Barcelona will face Atletico Madrid in a high-stakes clash, while Real Madrid will go head-to-head with Real Sociedad. The draw, conducted at the Spanish Football Federation headquarters, promises intense battles as the teams vie for a spot in the…
