Victor Osimhen was the star of the show, netting a clinical hat-trick, while Frank Onyeka added a late fourth to seal the rout. It was a performance filled with intensity, confidence, and attacking flair hallmarks that had been missing in earlier matches. However, despite the emphatic win, Nigeria’s qualification hopes took a hit elsewhere. South […]
Wilshere takes the reins as Luton look to steady their campaign following a challenging start to the season. The appointment reflects the club’s commitment to long-term development, with Wilshere seen as a promising young coach who brings both top-level experience and a passion for nurturing talent. The 33-year-old returns to familiar ground, having spent part […]
The match, held at the Sani Abacha Stadium in Kano, descended into chaos after 3SC scored a dramatic late equaliser. In response, sections of the home crowd stormed the pitch, attacking visiting players, referees, and match officials. Disturbing videos shared across social media captured the violence and panic that ensued, prompting widespread condemnation. In a […]
The team, who are preparing for their decisive 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Benin Republic on Tuesday, touched down at the Victor Attah International Airport, Uyo, at 8:05 am on Sunday, according to team media officer Promise Efoghe. “Finally, Super Eagles arrive in Uyo, Akwa Ibom. The team touched down at 8.05 a.m. Sunday […]
William Troost-Ekong opened the scoring from the penalty spot after a Lesotho handball, before Akor Adams doubled the lead with a composed finish. Lesotho pulled one back through Kalake late in the game, but Nigeria held on to claim all three points. Despite the victory, Nigeria remain second in Group C with 14 points, trailing […]
Following a disappointing 1-1 draw in the reverse fixture last November at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo, Nigeria must now claim all three points to stay in contention in Group C. With just two matches remaining in the group stage, the Super Eagles sit third with 11 points from eight games — three points […]
While speaking candidly to journalists for the first time about the personal toll of officiating at the highest level, Taylor admitted that growing hostility towards referees has left him questioning whether the job is “all worth it.” Taylor, who has refereed in the Premier League for nearly 15 years, has also officiated major international tournaments, […]
The Nigeria National League, NNL, side, also known as the Naze Millionaires, is barred from registering new players for the next three consecutive transfer windows. This sanction follows the club’s failure to settle financial obligations owed to Ivorian midfielder N’Goran Roland Adjourmani Koffi, who featured for Heartland during the 2023/24 Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, […]
While speaking during an inspection tour of the U.J. Esuene Stadium in Calabar on Tuesday, Governor Otu, accompanied by NUGA officials and the management of the University of Calabar, UNICAL, emphasized the city’s readiness and deep-rooted sporting culture. “Calabar is a youth-friendly, peaceful, and welcoming city with a serene and green environment that makes it […]