2026 World Cup Qualifier: Nigeria, Benin to play without three key players
Tuesday’s decisive Group C qualifier between Nigeria and the Benin Republic will be played without key performers after bookings in last week’s fixtures left both sides shorthanded. Benin coach Gernot Rohr confirmed that midfielder Sessi d’Almeida and defender Yohan Roche…
2026 WCQ: Super Eagles in emergency landing in Angola due to cracked windscreen of aircraft
The Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, has revealed that a cracked windscreen of the chartered aircraft that was conveying the Super Eagles’ delegation from Polokwane in South Africa to Uyo, has delayed the arrival of the players and officials. The same…
Hearn: Joshua has Africa offers, still wants Fury
Anthony Joshua is considering offers to fight in Ghana and Nigeria before a megafight with Tyson Fury in 2026, according to Matchroom promoter Eddie Hearn. Joshua (28-4, 25 KOs) turns 36 next week and has not boxed since a knockout…
Super Eagles’ quartet speak on Lesotho tie
Ahead of Friday’s 2026 World Cup qualifier against Lesotho, some Super Eagles stars have shared their thoughts on the game. As the team rounds off preparations for the big match holding in South Africa, members of the squad have spoken…
Photos: Sanwo-Olu, Drogba, others at the opening of E1 Lagos
Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu (seventh left); Founder and Chairman Formula E, Mr Alejandro Agag (sixth right);Minister of Industry, Trade & Investment, Dr. Jumoke Oduwole (seventh right);Managing Director of FirstBank, Mr. Olusegun Alebiosu (third right); Commissioner for Tourism…
Super Falcons Forward , Ifeoma Onumonu Retires From Football
She expressed gratitude for her journey, stating her retirement as a “natural conclusion” to a lifelong discovery that began at the age of eight. Super Falcons forward Ifeoma Onumonu has announced her retirement from football, wrapping up a professional career…
A waste of time and money – Lawyer warns South Africa against FIFA appeal
Legal expert urges South Africa to focus on qualifiers, not courtroom battles A South African sports lawyer has warned the South African Football Association (SAFA) that challenging FIFA’s ruling over the use of an ineligible player would be futile and…
Ghana’s Black Starlets Triumph Over Nigeria, Secure Spot in WAFU Zone B U-17 Championship Final and 2026 U-17 AFCON
Ghana’s Black Starlets have made history by defeating Nigeria 2-0 in the semi-finals of the WAFU Zone B U-17 Championship. This victory not only propels them to the final but also secures their spot in the 2026 U-17 Africa Cup…
Why We Lost To Norway – Nigeria U20 Coach Explains Opening Game Defeat
Coach of the Nigeria U20 team Aliyu Zubairu has explained the reason behind his team’s opening game loss to Norway at the ongoing U20 World Cup in Chile, OwnGoalNigeria.com reports. A 9th minute goal from Rasmus Holten ensured that Norway…
BREAKING: South Africa Loses 3 Points in 2026 World Cup Qualifiers Over Ineligible Player
South Africa has been stripped of three points in its 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign for fielding an ineligible player, denting its hopes of reaching next year’s finals. FIFA said on Monday that its disciplinary committee had found South Africa…