The Super Eagles of Nigeria have suffered a significant setback ahead of their international friendly against Jordan, as first-choice goalkeeper Maduka Okoye has been ruled out due to a thigh injury sustained during Monday’s training session in Antalya. The 26-year-old Udinese shot-stopper, who put in an impressive performance during Nigeria’s 2–1 victory over Iran last read more Super…
Audi Abubakar, Commandant-General of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), , has approved the nationwide deployment of advanced tactical equipment as part of a renewed strategy to strengthen security operations and safeguard critical national infrastructure. The rollout was unveiled during the corps’ annual strategic meeting held in Abuja, with heads of formations from read more NSCDC…
Former Ghana national football team head coach Otto Addo struck a reflective and measured tone following his side’s defeat to Germany—just hours before his eventual dismissal by the Ghana Football Association. Speaking in the aftermath of the loss, Addo emphasized signs of progress despite the result, pointing to improvements from Ghana’s previous heavy defeat against Austria. “We improved a…
The Ghana Football Association has parted ways with head coach Otto Addo following a string of disappointing results, including heavy defeats to Austria and Germany, with just 73 days remaining before the FIFA World Cup. In a decisive move that underscores growing urgency within the federation, the GFA stated that “every chance had been given” to the 50-year-old tactician,…
The Ghana national football team endured a difficult international break, falling to consecutive defeats against Austria and Germany in results that have raised fresh concerns over the team’s readiness ahead of upcoming competitive fixtures. Ghana were first dismantled 5-1 by Austria in a performance that exposed significant defensive vulnerabilities and a lack of cohesion across the pitch. Despite hopes…
Head coach Sébastien Desabre has expressed strong desire in his DR Congo national football team side ahead of their decisive FIFA 2026 Intercontinental Playoff encounter against Jamaica national football team, declaring that his team remains firmly on track to achieve their long-term objective of World Cup qualification. Speaking during his pre-match press conference, Desabre struck an optimistic tone, emphasizing…
South Africa head coach Hugo Broos has called on his team to replicate their impressive display from last week when they take on Panama in their second international friendly in Cape Town on Tuesday. Despite failing to secure a win in Friday’s encounter, Broos expressed satisfaction with his side’s overall performance and is eager to see a similar showing…
Nigeria’s preparations for Tuesday’s international friendly against Jordan have suffered a significant setback following the departure of four key players from the Super Eagles camp. Defenders Calvin Bassey, Semi Ajayi, and Bruno Onyemaechi, alongside goalkeeper Maduka Okoye, have all exited the team ahead of the encounter. According to reports, injuries have ruled out Bassey, Ajayi, and Okoye, dealing a…
Rwanda has taken another major step forward in modernizing its sports infrastructure with the official inauguration of the federation’s training center. The ceremony was attended by Minister of Sports Nelly Mukazayire, FIFA Secretary General Mattias Grafström, and Federation President Fabrice Shema. This architectural gem aims to provide athletes with optimal training conditions that meet international standards. This project is…
First half goals from Austin Odhiambo and Ryan Ogam, and a third from substitute Zech Obiero enabled Kenya to return home with one win from the Series, which they used as part of their preparations for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). After their opening fixture against Estonia which Harambee Stars lost 4-5 on penalties, coach Benni McCarthy…
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