The Argentina national team has been handed a massive scare just weeks before the start of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, as captain Lionel Messi has suffered a left hamstring injury while on domestic duty. The 39-year-old maestro picked up the injury while playing for Inter Miami in their high-octane Major League Soccer (MLS) clash…
Afrosportnews.com reports that Eric Sekou Chelle, the newly appointed head coach of Nigeria’s Super Eagles, is scheduled to arrive in the country on Saturday. Chelle, who was appointed on Tuesday, will be accompanied by two assistants who will aid him in managing the team. In preparation for his arrival, the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has…
Manchester City have completed the signing of defender Vitor Reis from Palmeiras in a £29.6m transfer. The 19-year-old Brazilian has represented his country at the U17 level and has made 18 league appearances for Palmeiras. Reis was highly sought after, with several European clubs showing interest in his signature. Brighton attempted to sign him earlier…
Errol Musk, the father of billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk, has revealed that his son is interested in buying Liverpool Football Club. However, Errol expressed concerns that the current owners, Fenway Sports Group (FSG), might inflate the price of the club if they knew Elon was interested. Elon Musk, who has a net worth of around…
Olympic Marseille are interested in signing Sevilla striker Kelechi Iheanacho on loan for the remainder of the season. The Nigerian forward has failed to impress since joining Sevilla on a free transfer last summer. Sevilla are willing to let Iheanacho leave this month, and the arrival of Jerome Akor Adams from Montpellier has further pushed…
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…
The Ex-Ibadan Professional Football Association (EIPFA) has taken a bold step toward transforming grassroots sports as it officially inaugurated the Local Organizing Committee (LOC) for the much-anticipated EIPFA Statewide Secondary School Games, while also sealing strategic partnerships with the Yoruba Sports Broadcasters Association (YOSBA) and Mowoola. The landmark ceremony took place on Wednesday, January 8,…
Arsenal icon Paul Merson has provided a fascinating, unexpected explanation for why Chelsea superstar Cole Palmer missed out on a place in England’s final 26-man squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. England manager Thomas Tuchel sent shockwaves through international football when he officially unveiled his Three Lions roster for the upcoming tournament in North…
Nigeria National League (NNL) Chairman, George Aluo, has officially stepped into the firing line to answer that question, firmly defending the eligibility of Remo Stars and Beyond Limits Football Academy to compete next season. Both clubs are funded by renowned businessman and football investor Kunle Soname. While the setup has raised serious alarms over potential…
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…