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…
After 165 career games, Malo Gusto finally scored his first senior goal, leading Chelsea to a comfortable 3-0 win over managerless Wolves at Stamford Bridge. Chelsea struggled to break through in the first half and were booed by fans at halftime, but Gusto’s header early in the second half opened the floodgates. Substitute Estevão Willian…
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…
Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim wasn’t happy after his side’s 2-2 draw with Tottenham on Saturday, admitting his players “lost intensity” and failed to press with purpose. Bryan Mbeumo opened the scoring for United, but Spurs hit back late through Mathys Tel and Richarlison. Defender Matthijs De Ligt then salvaged a point with a powerful…
Arsenal’s title charge took a small hit after a 2-2 draw against Sunderland at the Stadium of Light on Saturday. Former Arsenal defender Daniel Ballard put the hosts ahead, ending the Gunners’ clean-sheet streak. But Bukayo Saka leveled things up after halftime, and Leandro Trossard’s long-range strike seemed to seal the win. However, a dramatic…
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,…
Organizers of the Nigeria Pitch Awards have announced plans to stage the 12th edition of the prestigious football honours, marking another milestone in the celebration of excellence in Nigerian football. The announcement was made during a Special Luncheon held on Monday at the BON Hotel, Ikeja, Lagos, to appreciate the Awards’ partners and members of…
Nigeria reached the Round of 16 at this year’s FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup finals in Morocco after a dominant performance earned them a 4-0 win over Samoa in Rabat. Queen Joseph hit a brace to take her tournament tally to three, and Captain Shakirat Moshood scored from the penalty spot while defender Azeezat Oduntan…