President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved Nigeria’s bid to host two major African football events — the 48th Ordinary General Assembly of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) and the 2026 CAF Awards Ceremony — in another significant boost for the country’s sporting profile on the continent. The announcement was made during the ongoing Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi,…
Former Xabi Alonso has reportedly become one of the strongest candidates to take over at Chelsea F.C. as the club continues preparations for a possible managerial change. According to reports, Chelsea are prioritising the appointment of a coach with proven experience at the highest level of football, and Alonso’s profile has placed him high on the club’s shortlist. The…
Rivers United technical manager Finidi George has expressed satisfaction after his side secured qualification for the 2026/2027 CAF Champions League with one match still left in the 2025/2026 Nigeria Premier Football League season. The Pride of Rivers produced a dramatic comeback to defeat Wikki Tourists 3-2 in an entertaining NPFL Matchday 37 clash at the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Stadium…
The race for the 2025/2026 Nigeria Premier Football League title is heading for a thrilling finale, with Rivers United and Rangers International locked in a fierce battle for the championship ahead of the final round of matches on May 24. Rivers United enter the decisive weekend with the advantage and destiny firmly in their hands. The Port Harcourt side…
Bayelsa United, Wikki Tourist Relegated as NPFL Title Race Goes to Final Day The battle to avoid relegation in the 2025/2026 Nigeria Premier Football League took a dramatic turn on Matchday 37 as Bayelsa United and Wikki Tourist were officially relegated from the top flight following painful defeats on Sunday. Bayelsa United’s four-year stay in the NPFL came to…
The Zimbabwe Football Association has officially unveiled the Warriors squad that will represent the country at the upcoming Unity Cup tournament scheduled to take place in London, United Kingdom, later this month. The four-nation competition will run from May 26 to May 30 and is expected to provide exciting international football action featuring Zimbabwe, Nigeria, Jamaica and India. The…
German referee Daniel Siebert has been appointed to take charge of the 2026 UEFA Champions League Final between Arsenal F.C. and Paris Saint-Germain F.C. The final will take place at the iconic Puskás Aréna on Saturday, May 30, with kick-off scheduled for 18:00 CEST. The clash is expected to attract millions of viewers worldwide as Arsenal chase European glory…
Nigeria’s women’s U-17 national team, the Flamingos, have arrived in Ikenne to continue preparations for their second-round qualifier against Guinea in the race for a place at the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. The team travelled from Abuja to Ikenne where the squad will now intensify training ahead of the crucial first-leg fixture later this month. Head coach Akeem…
Ronaldinho will take on a new role during FIFA World Cup 2026 after Brazilian broadcaster TV Globo confirmed that the former superstar will join its coverage team as a commentator. The legendary ex-player of FC Barcelona, Paris Saint-Germain and the Brazil national football team is expected to make special appearances throughout the tournament across the United States, Canada and…
Mohamed Salah could soon begin a new chapter away from Liverpool after nine memorable seasons at Anfield. The Egyptian superstar is reportedly preparing to leave the Reds at the end of the campaign following a difficult period marked by reduced playing time under coach Arne Slot. Despite receiving massive offers from the Saudi Pro League, Salah is said to…
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