NFF Changes Venue for Super Falcons/Algeria Friendly
The first leg of the international friendly between the Super Falcons and their Algerian counterpart will now be played at the Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne, on Saturday, October 26. The Nigeria Football Federation ( NFF) announced the venue change from the Mobolaji Johnson Arena in Lagos, without stating any reason for the decision. The second […]
Super Falcons Open Camp Ahead Of International Friendlies
Captain Rasheedat Ajibade, Chiamaka Nnadozie and Gift Monday are now in the Super Falcons camp in Lagos ahead of the two international friendlies against Algeria this month. The trio are among the foreign-based players invited for the double-header friendlies by caretaker coach, Justin Madugu. The remaining overseas-based stars are expected in camp yesterday. The Super Falcons will have their first training session at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Onikan, Lagos later tonight. The two friendly matches are scheduled for Saturday, October 26, and Tuesday, October 29.
Nigeria’s Flamingos Reach U-17 World Cup Quarter-Finals
Nigeria’s Flamingos earned a 4-0 win over Ecuador on Saturday to reach the quarter-finals of the 2024 FIFA Under-17 Women’s World Cup in Dominican Republic in style. With the 4-1 win over New Zealand in their first match last Wednesday, the Flamingos have now gathered the maximum six points in their first two matches ahead […]
Quadri Aruna withdraws from Championships over injury
Nigeria’s Quadri Aruna has withdrawn from the men’s singles event at the ongoing 2024 International Table Tennis Federation Africa Championships in Addis Ababa due to a thigh injury and fatigue. Despite leading Nigeria to a gold medal in the team event against Algeria, Aruna had to pull out of his second-round match against Benin Republic’s Dodji Fanny. Announcing this in a statement yesterday, Aruna said he’s exhausted from playing in various tournaments for the past two months, but will stay with the team to support the younger players and will depart Addis Ababa with them this weekend.
Flamingos Run Riot in FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup Opener
Nigeria’s under-17 women’s national team, the Flamingos, led by head coach Bankole Olowookere recorded a 4-1 victory against New Zealand, in their opener of the 2024 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup campaign. The Flamingos who won a bronze medal at the last edition in India, return to action in their second group game against Ecuador […]
Rafael Nadal Announces His Retirement
In Tennis, 22-time Grand Slam champion, Rafael Nadal, will retire from the sport at the end of this season. The 38-year-old ‘King of Clay’ who is billed to represent Spain in his final appearance at next month’s Davis Cup Finals in Malaga announced his retirement in a video message today. Nadal has barely played over the past two seasons because of injuries and suggested last year he could retire at the end of 2024, retires as the second-most successful men’s singles player of all time, behind only long-time rival Novak Djokovic.
Super Eagles Set to Open Camp for 2025 AFCON Qualifiers Against Libya
Super Eagles will on Sunday open camp for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying double-header against the Mediterranean Knights of Libya. Augustine Eguavoen’s side will be based at the Four Points by Sheraton Hotel in Ikot Ekpene, Akwa Ibom State for training ahead of the game. Coach Eguavoen is expected to unveil his squad […]
Super Eagles retain 39th on FIFA rankings
Nigeria’s Super Eagles retained their 39th position in the latest FIFA men’s world ranking released today. The three-time African champions are ranked sixth in Africa. During the period under review, the Super Eagles defeated the Cheetahs of Benin Republic 3-0, while they were held to a 0-0 draw by the Amavubi of Rwanda in qualifying games for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Morocco, Senegal, Egypt, Cote d’Ivoire and Tunisia are the top five teams on the continent.
Kylian Mbappé wins French league ruling for $61 million
The French league’s legal commission has ordered Paris Saint-Germain to pay Kylian Mbappé the 55 million euros ($61 million) in unpaid wages that he claims he’s entitled to. The league confirmed the decision yesterday without more details, a day after the France superstar rejected a mediation offer by the commission in his dispute with his former club. Mbappé’s relationship with PSG ended amid deep tensions during his final season at the club.
Mauricio Pochettino Appointed as New US Men Football Coach
Former Tottenham and Chelsea boss Mauricio Pochettino has been named as the new manager of the United States men’s team. The Argentine replaces Gregg Berhalter, who was sacked in July following the USA’s group-stage elimination from the Copa America. The announcement came before the US faced New Zealand in an international friendly game in Cincinnati. […]