Nigeria emerges overall winner of African Military Games 2024
Algeria came second with 96 medals, consisting of 53 gold, 22 silver and 21 bronze medals. Team Nigeria topped the medals table at the 2nd Africa Military Games (AMGA) 2024, clinching a total of 234 medals as the competition ended…
FIFA, CAF celebrate Amaju Pinnick on 54th birthday
The presidents of Federation of International Football Association, FIFA, Gianni Infantino, and the Confederation of African Football, CAF, Dr Patrice Motsepe, have sent birthday greetings to Amaju Pinnick, FIFA Council member, who turned 54 today. Also, Mattias Grafström, the Secretary General…
FIFA rejects own committee’s call to compensate Qatar workers
Fifa has published a long-awaited report it commissioned into the legacy of the 2022 Qatar World Cup, but has failed to implement its key recommendation. The governing body’s sub-committee on human rights and social responsibility concluded that Fifa “has a…
Saudi Arabia set to host 2034 World Cup amid human rights concerns
Saudi Arabia’s bid to host the 2034 World Cup was considered a “medium risk” for human rights by FIFA in its evaluation report, which said implementing reforms could take “significant time and effort,” says AFP. The release of the…
Reggae Girlz Start Strong with 3-0 Win Against South Africa
Saudi Arabia’s bid to host the 2034 World Cup was considered a “medium risk” for human rights by FIFA in its evaluation report, which said implementing reforms could take “significant time and effort,” says AFP. The release of the report…
Super Eagles Star, Ademola Lookman Nominated For FIFA Best Men’s Attacker
Nigerian international Ademola Lookman has been nominated for the prestigious FIFA Best Men’s Attacker award for 2024. The talented winger, who currently plays for Atalanta, has been in exceptional form this season, showcasing his skill, pace, and goal-scoring ability. His…
Setback for CHAN 2024 as Tunisia withdraws
The African Cup of Nations (CHAN) trophy The Confederation of African Football (CAF) may have issues making up the numbers in the final competition of the African Nations Championship holding in Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania from February 1 to 25,…
Manchester United bid for Osimhen confirmed
Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen has reportedly emerged as a target for Manchester United as the club considers “possible reinforcements in attack” to buttress their misfiring forward line. The Red Devils have produced a paltry 13 goals in 12 Premier League…
Abedi Pele calls for Ghana football restructuring following AFCON setback
Ghanaian football legend Abedi Ayew ‘Pele’ has expressed deep concern about the current state of football in the country. His comments come in the wake of the Black Stars’ failure to qualify for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON),…
Banda voted BBC Women’s Footballer of the Year
Zambia and Orlando Pride forward Barbra Banda has been voted BBC Women’s Footballer of the Year. She received the most votes from readers of the BBC Sport website after a five-player shortlist was announced last month. The shortlist – based…