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Okoye Rallies Nigeria After AFCON Setback, Eyes Redemption

Okoye Rallies Nigeria After AFCON Setback, Eyes Redemption

Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye has expressed both disappointment and renewed determination following Nigeria’s failure to clinch the Africa Cup of Nations title, insisting the team will channel the disappointment into motivation for future success. Reflecting on the tournament, Okoye revealed he experienced the campaign from afar, sharing in the collective emotions of millions of Nigerians as the team…

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Gyan Urges Focus as Ghana-England match remains High-Stake Group Clash

Gyan Urges Focus as Ghana-England match remains High-Stake Group Clash

Former Black Stars captain Asamoah Gyan has called for calm and focus following Ghana’s placement in the same group as England national football team, emphasizing qualification over hype ahead of what promises to be a blockbuster encounter. Speaking on the clash, Gyan acknowledged England’s global pedigree but insisted that Ghana’s primary objective must remain progression beyond the group stage…

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Nine Orlando Pirates players to represent Bafana Bafana

Nine Orlando Pirates players to represent Bafana Bafana

Orlando Pirates will be represented across four football nations during the upcoming FIFA international break, with several players called up for their respective national teams ahead of the fixtures that get underway later in the month.  The first international break of the new year kicks off in the coming week, with friendly matches scheduled for various nations. A total…

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Dynamos drop points but remain four points clear at the top

Dynamos drop points but remain four points clear at the top

Power Dynamos recorded a disappointing 1-1 draw against FC Leopards in Week 26 of the Zambian Premier League, played at Arthur Davies Stadium in Kitwe on Friday, 20th March, 2026. The match, initially scheduled for Thursday, 19th March, 2026, was postponed due to heavy downpour and resumed the following day at 10:00hrs. Power Dynamos’ in-form striker, Moses Shumah, scored…

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Nigeria Among 16 Teams Confirmed for 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup

Nigeria Among 16 Teams Confirmed for 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup

The full lineup for the 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup has been finalized, with 16 countries set to battle for global glory in Berlin, Germany this September. The final list of participants was confirmed after qualifying tournaments held in Istanbul, Lyon-Villeurbanne, San Juan, and Wuhan wrapped up, completing the journey to one of women’s basketball’s biggest stages. Five…

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South Sudan FA launch U-17 Girls’ Academies Tournament

South Sudan FA launch U-17 Girls’ Academies Tournament

The South Sudan Football (SSFF) officially launched the Under-17 Girls’ Academies Tournament this morning at Buluk Playground. The event, held in collaboration with local youth academies, marks a significant step in the nation’s commitment to youth sports development. In a spirited opening match, Venus Academy secured a decisive 3–1 victory over Hai Baraka Academy. The ceremony drew high-level attendance…

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Karonga United Reserves, Mponela FC Reach NBM Championship Final

Karonga United Reserves, Mponela FC Reach NBM Championship Final

Karonga United Reserves and Mponela FC have booked their places in the National Bank Championship National Final following semifinal victories over Kababa Academy and QPL Stars respectively. In the first semifinal, Karonga United Reserves defeated Kababa Academy 2–0, with both goals coming in the second half as Madalo Afiki opened the scoring in the 67th minute before Paul Gift…

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SAFA, Adidas launch exciting 2026-27 away jersey

SAFA, Adidas launch exciting 2026-27 away jersey

The South African Football Association (SAFA) and Adidas launched the 2026/2027 away jersey for both Bafana Bafana and Banyana Banyana at a festive event held in Sandton, Johannesburg, on Friday. Fans descended on the Adidas Sandton store in numbers to catch a first glimpse of the striking green jersey at the event attended by SAFA President Dr Danny Jordaan,…

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2027 AFCON: South Sudan held by Al-Merreikh Bentiu in friendly

2027 AFCON: South Sudan held by Al-Merreikh Bentiu in friendly

South Sudan’s Bright Star concluded their local preparations today afternoon with a 0-0 draw against South Sudan Premier League leaders, Al-Merreikh Bentiu, at a sun-drenched Juba Stadium. This third friendly served as a high-stakes “litmus test” for interim head coach Ashu Cyprian. Facing the domestic league’s top-form side allowed Cyprian to stress-test his defensive shape and tactical fluidity under…

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Title race intensifies as Matchday 16 promises decisive clashes

Title race intensifies as Matchday 16 promises decisive clashes

The Finance Trust Bank FUFA Women Super League returns with Matchday 16 spread across the weekend, featuring three fixtures on Saturday and three on Sunday, as teams continue their battle for positions while others fight to avoid the bottom places. League leaders Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC face a tricky away test against Amus College WFC in a fixture that…

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