In a surprising turn of events, Nigeria’s Super Eagles closed out their Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Group D qualifiers with a shocking 2-1 defeat to Rwanda. The match, which took place on Monday in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, saw Rwanda pull off a stunning comeback to snatch victory from the group leaders. Although Nigeria had already secured their place in AFCON 2025 in Morocco, finishing atop Group D with 11 points, the loss was still a sobering experience for the home side. The first half had ended goalless, with both sides squandering chances to establish an early lead. Nigeria…
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The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) continues to deliver thrilling action as match-day 12 saw a series of captivating contests across stadiums in the country. From a fierce South West derby in Lagos to a pulsating showdown in Kano, here’s a look at the weekend’s highlights. Ikorodu City Edge Shooting Stars in South West Derby At the Mobolaji Johnson Arena in Onikan, Lagos, Ikorodu City extended their unbeaten run to three games with a spirited 2-1 victory over Shooting Stars (3SC) of Ibadan. The South West derby got off to an electric start as Anthony Okachi fired 3SC into the…
Nigeria’s Super Eagles have officially booked their spot in next year’s Africa Cup of Nations, set to take place in Morocco. Their qualification was confirmed even before they stepped onto the pitch against Benin Republic, thanks to a crucial result in Kigali: Libya’s narrow 1-0 victory over Rwanda. This result paved the way for the Eagles to secure their AFCON ticket, though their own match was far from a formality. In an intense Group D showdown on Thursday in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, a late equalizer from Victor Osimhen secured a 1-1 draw for the Super Eagles against the Benin Republic’s…
AS Roma have turned to a familiar face in their bid to stabilise the team for the rest of the season, appointing the legendary Claudio Ranieri as head coach until the summer. The 73-year-old Italian, who had announced his retirement from football just a few months ago in May after concluding a stint at Cagliari, is stepping back into the dugout for a third spell at his beloved Roma. Ranieri replaces Ivan Juric, who was dismissed on Sunday following a series of disappointing results. The veteran coach will serve as a crucial bridge while the club searches for a long-term…
Nigerian winger Ademola Lookman has made headlines once again, earning a nomination for the prestigious 2024 Best Men’s Player award at the annual Globe Soccer Awards. This high-profile event, hosted by the Dubai Sports Council, celebrates the world’s top footballing talents and will be held on December 27th, alongside the 19th Dubai International Sports Conference. The exciting announcement was made on Thursday via X (formerly Twitter), sending waves of excitement across the football community. Lookman joins an elite shortlist that includes global superstars such as Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, Kylian Mbappé, Erling Haaland, and Mohamed Salah. Notably, Salah and Lookman…
Ruud van Nistelrooy’s time at Manchester United has come to an end as the Dutchman was not offered a place on the coaching staff under new manager Ruben Amorim. Van Nistelrooy, who is a revered figure at Old Trafford both as a player and a coach, took on an interim managerial role following the departure of Erik ten Hag but has now exited the club. The 48-year-old Dutch football legend stepped up to lead the first team on a temporary basis after fellow Dutchman Ten Hag was dismissed. Appointed as assistant coach in July on a two-year contract, Van Nistelrooy…
Nigerian footballers delivered captivating performances across Europe’s top leagues over the weekend, making headlines in Turkey, England, France, Germany, Spain, and Scotland. Osimhen Leads Galatasaray to Victory Victor Osimhen was the star in Turkey as he netted twice for Galatasaray in a thrilling 3-2 triumph over Samsunspor at RAMS Park on Sunday. Osimhen’s first goal came early, just three minutes in, when he headed home a perfect cross from Lucas Torreira. Despite Olivier Ntcham’s penalty equalizer for Samsunspor in the 55th minute, Osimhen struck again five minutes later, restoring Galatasaray’s lead. With this brace, Osimhen’s tally for the season now…
The excitement and unpredictability of the 2024/2025 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season continued on Matchday 11, delivering top-tier football and notable surprises, especially with four teams grabbing crucial away wins. The weekend’s matches displayed thrilling drama, late winners, and stellar performances that are keeping fans on the edge of their seats. Ikorodu City Snatches First Away Win in Katsina Ikorodu City celebrated their first away victory of the season in dramatic fashion, coming from behind to defeat Katsina United 2-1 at the Muhammadu Dikko Stadium. Katsina took an early lead through Moses Effiong in the 18th minute, but Solomon…
Kennedy Boboye has officially stepped down from his role as head coach of Sunshine Stars, a team competing in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL). The announcement came in the aftermath of Sunshine Stars’ narrow 1-0 defeat to Heartland, which took place at the Dan Anyiam Stadium in Owerri on Sunday. Boboye, who previously led Plateau United to NPFL glory, revealed that his decision was driven by frustrations over undue interference from the club’s management. This ongoing conflict, according to the former international, has made it increasingly difficult for him to carry out his coaching responsibilities effectively. Having rejoined Sunshine…
Nigeria’s football pride, Edo Queens, made a remarkable entrance at the CAF Women’s Champions League this year, delivering an impressive 3-0 win over Ethiopia’s CBE in their debut Group B clash on Sunday. The Nigeria Women’s Football League (NWFL) champions showcased a commanding performance, starting their tournament journey on a high note. The match began with Edo Queens setting the pace early. Emem Essien wasted no time, finding the back of the net in the 5th minute to give her team a dream start. The Queens continued to press forward, and their attacking momentum paid off again in the second…