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Between Tinubu and NFF
PRESIDENT Bola Ahmed Tinubu might not have been seen openly following football like many Nigerians, but on 27 August he left no one in doubt that he was reading the minds of the average football lover in the country.…
Discarding The National Football Failures (NFF)
We said on this page recently that heads must roll at the Nigeria Football Federation, and heads have rolled. The NFF President, Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau, and the General Secretary, Dr Mohammed Sanusi, has resigned and…
Dynaspro Partners 433 Academy for Football Development
Dynaspro Sports Promotion, a Lagos-based organization dedicated to blending sports with education, has announced a landmark partnership with the UK’s 433 Football Academy, opening new pathways for young Nigerians to
D’Tigress suffer second straight World Cup defeat against Hungary
Hungary led 21-13 at the end of the opening quarter and maintained control in the second period to take a 36-26 lead into half-time. The post D’Tigress suffer second straight World Cup defeat against Hungary appeared…
Perfect Records on the Line as Arsenal’s Fortifications Face Chelsea’s Firepower
Chelsea put their perfect Premier League start on the line this afternoon when they travel to the Emirates Stadium for a massive London derby against reigning champions Arsenal. Under the
EUROPEAN FOOTBALL BLUEPRINT: WE WATCH THEIR LEAGUES — BUT DO WE EMBRACE THE STRUCTURES THAT PROTECT THEIR PLAYERS? WHY DON’T OUR PLAYERS HAVE THE SAME SEAT AT THE TABLE?
Nigeria does not have to copy Europe. But if we admire the product, we should understand how the people producing it are represented, protected and given a voice. By Paul
Shooting Stars claims slim first leg advantage over CS Sfaxien in Confederations Cup
Emmanuel Lucky netted in the first half to seal a 1-0 win for Shooting Stars Sports Club over Tunisia’s CS Sfaxien at the MKO Abiola stadium. The first leg of the CAF Confederations Cup first preliminary round match sae…
Mysterious cat predicts Premier League match between Arsenal and Chelsea
Nimbus Pronos, the mysterious cat has predicted the result of the Premier League London derby between Arsenal and Chelsea at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday.
Shooting stars edge CS Sfaxien 1-0 in CAF confederation cup
Lucky Emmanuel scored the decisive goal in the 25th minute to give the Nigerian side a deserved lead before the break. The post Shooting stars edge CS Sfaxien 1-0 in CAF confederation cup appeared first on Vanguard News.
Supercomputer updates Premier League prediction after Manchester City beat Coventry City
Opta's supercomputer has updated its prediction for the Premier League winner after Manchester City City beat Coventry City to move top of the table.
Haaland reaches 300th career goals in Manchester City win
Manchester City striker Erling Haaland scored his 300th career goal to lead his club to a 1-0 win over Coventry City in the English Premier League. The Norwegian striker’s first half header at the Etihad stadium was…
2026 FIBA WWC: Mali makes history with stunning victory over Spain
Mali produced one of the biggest shocks of the 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup after defeating Spain 82–73 in a stunning result on Saturday, September 5, 2026. The West African team delivered what is tagged as an…
2026/27: 5 things to expect from Arsenal vs Chelsea
The 2026/27 Premier League season promises another exciting chapter in the rivalry between Arsenal and Chelsea, with the two London giants set to face each other in a highly anticipated clash. Both clubs will be aiming…
Osimhen doubtful for AFCON 2027 qualifiers
Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen is a doubt for Nigeria’s 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers after picking up read more Osimhen doubtful for AFCON 2027 qualifiers
Can National Stadium Surulere Reclaim Its Soul?
Built in 1972, the National Stadium in Surulere, Lagos, has witnessed countless memorable sporting events, hosting glorious moments achieved by individual athletes and teams alike. Its history spans from the
Premier League Trio Eye January Move For Atletico Madrid’s Baena
Manchester City, Newcastle United, and Aston Villa are considering a January transfer swoop for Atletico Madrid winger Alex Baena, though a mid-season deal appears unlikely given the Spanish club’s resistance to selling…
Galatasaray urged To Sign Shomurodov After Osimhen Injury Scare
Galatasaray have been urged to move quickly for Istanbul Başakşehir striker Eldor Shomurodov after Victor Osimhen suffered a suspected groin injury. The Nigerian striker was forced off in the 33rd minute of…
Williams Sisters Suffer Dramatic US Open Doubles Defeat On Comeback
Serena and Venus Williams’ much-anticipated return to US Open doubles ended in a dramatic three-set defeat to Chan Hao-ching and Maya Joint at Arthur Ashe Stadium on Friday. The American sisters, who have won 14 Grand…
Liverpool claim first league win with Isak brace
Alexander Isak scored a first-half brace to lead Liverpool to their first win of the English Premier League season, securing a 2-0 victory over Ipswich Town. The Swedish striker, who endured a difficult first season…
Blow For Super Eagles As Osimhen Limps Off After Scoring For Galatasaray
Nigeria striker Victor Osimhen suffered a suspected muscle injury after scoring for Galatasaray in their Turkish Super Lig clash against Istanbul Basaksehir on Friday night. Osimhen, who started at the Basaksehir Fatih…
Finidi eyes strong start as Rivers United begin Champions League campaign
For Finidi, a good result does not necessarily have to be a victory. The Rivers United boss believes avoiding defeat would put his side in a strong position ahead of the return fixture The post Finidi eyes strong start…
CAFWCLQ: Edo Queens seek revenge against Ampem Darkoa in WAFU-B Final
Beyond the regional title, Saturday’s final carries even greater significance, as the winners will represent West Africa at the CAF Women’s Champions League proper in South Africa later this year The post CAFWCLQ: Edo…
Victor Osimhen forced off injured for Galatasaray, could miss AFCON 2027 qualifier
Victor Osimhen scored for Galatasaray in the Istanbul derby but sustained a groin injury, raising concerns for upcoming AFCON qualifiers under coach Eric Chelle.
Victor Osimhen: Turkish doctor reveals Super Eagles star's recovery timeline after groin injury
A Turkish doctor has estimated Victor Osimhen's recovery timeline after the striker's groin injury during Galatasaray's 3-2 win over Istanbul Basaksehir.
Emiliano Martínez gets a new jersey number at Chelsea
Chelsea goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez has been handed a new jersey number following the departure of goalkeeper Robert Sánchez. Martínez initially wore the No.26 shirt after joining Chelsea, making his debut in that…
Tottenham Hotspur takes shocking decision on Richarlison's future
Tottenham Hotspur have left Richarlison out of their Premier League squad, further fuelling speculation that the Brazilian forward’s time at the club could be coming to an end. The decision comes after Richarlison was…
