The stage is set for the 13th edition of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), scheduled to take place in Morocco from July 5 to July 26, 2025. Nigeria’s Super Falcons have been drawn in Group B alongside Tunisia, Algeria, and Botswana. The Super Falcons, nine-time champions of the tournament, will look forward to facing Algeria’s Green Ladies once again. The two teams recently clashed in Nigeria during a pair of friendly matches, where the Falcons triumphed with 2-0 and 4-1 victories. These previous encounters could give Nigeria an edge as they prepare for a high-stakes group stage. Botswana,…
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Bayer Leverkusen has been dealt a significant blow as their star striker, Victor Boniface, is set to miss the remainder of the year due to injury. The 23-year-old suffered a muscle fiber tear in his right thigh during Nigeria’s 2-1 defeat to Rwanda on Monday at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo. After returning from international duty, Boniface was unable to participate in Thursday’s training session, raising concerns about his fitness. Subsequent evaluations confirmed the severity of the injury, ruling him out for the rest of 2024. This means the forward will not feature for the Bundesliga side in…
The National Sports Commission (NSC) has officially announced Enugu State as the host of the 23rd National Sports Festival. The decision, made during the NSC’s top management meeting, highlights Enugu’s successful bid to host the prestigious event. Known as the Coal City State, Enugu’s selection is historic, as this will be the first time the South-Eastern state will host the festival since its inception in 1973. The state has pledged to deliver a world-class event that will showcase the spirit of sportsmanship and unity that the festival represents. The National Sports Festival, held biennially, serves as Nigeria’s largest multi-sport gathering,…
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has unveiled the list of nominees for the women’s categories for the 2024 CAF Awards which will be held on 16 December 2024 in Marrakech, Morocco. Top (10) players have been shortlisted for the coveted CAF Women’s Player of the Year award, ranging from world-class footballers plying their trade both on the continent as well as abroad. The list of nominess for the CAF Women’s Player of the Year crown that is currently held by Asisat Oshoala, includes Sandrine Niyonkuru(Burundi / FC Masar), Tabitha Chawinga (Malawi / Olympique Lyonnais), Temwa Chawinga(Malawi / Kansas City), Sanaa Mssoudy(Morocco / AS FAR), Chiamaka…
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…
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…