The Government of Japan has handed over 36 footballs donated by the Japan Football Association (JFA) to the Football Association of Malawi (FAM) as part of efforts to support football development in the country. The handover ceremony took place on Friday at the residence of the Ambassador of Japan, where Ambassador Naito Yasushi said the donation symbolises the longstanding…
The best of the SportPesa League were honoured on Thursday, June 4, 2026, during a glamorous end-of-season awards gala held at the Glee Hotel in Nairobi. Players, coaches, match officials, content creators and fans gathered to celebrate a season filled with memorable moments, outstanding performances and fierce competition across the league. Morrison Crowned Player of the Season After a…
Nigerian sprint hurdler Tobi Amusan continued her strong form on the international circuit on Saturday after claiming gold in the women’s 100m hurdles at the New Taipei Athletics Open in Taiwan, delivering a commanding performance that also set a new meeting record. The 29-year-old stormed to victory in 12.72 seconds, a time that not only secured first place but…
Nigerian midfielder Onuche Ogbelu has officially completed a transfer to Libyan powerhouse Al Ittihad SC, bringing an end to his spell at Tunisian champions Espérance Sportive de Tunis in a move that signals a fresh chapter in his growing career. The deal, which has been finalized and confirmed, sees the talented midfielder put pen to paper on a three-year…
The United States has reportedly introduced an extraordinary travel restriction on the Iranian national football team ahead of their World Cup fixture on American soil, in a move that has sparked widespread debate across the global football community. According to the arrangement, the Iranian national team will not be permitted to stay anywhere within United States territory before or…
Brighton & Hove Albion have completed the signing of highly-rated Nigerian teenager Zadok Yohanna in a major transfer move valued at €28 million, with an additional €2 million in performance-related add-ons. The 18-year-old winger has signed a long-term contract that runs until 2031, committing his future to the English Premier League side despite strong interest from several top European…
The 2026 NWFL Super Six playoffs got off to an exciting start at the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium in Port Harcourt, with Nasarawa Amazons and Rivers Angels both recording important victories, while Bayelsa Queens and Abia Angels shared the spoils in a tightly contested draw. Nasarawa Amazons Edge Edo Queens In one of the standout fixtures of the opening day,…
Ikorodu City produced a dramatic upset on the night as they edged past Nigerian giants Enyimba FC 5–4 on penalties to book their place in the quarterfinals of the NFF President Federation Cup, with goalkeeper Derrick Julu emerging as the decisive hero. After a tightly contested encounter that failed to produce a winner in regulation time, the match went…
Tunisia endured a bruising final preparatory match ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, falling to a comprehensive 5–0 defeat against Belgium in a game that exposed defensive frailties and discipline issues. The result means the North African side head into the tournament without a win in their last three outings, recording one draw and two defeats in that…
Nigeria’s Super Falcons kicked off their preparations for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations on a winning note, defeating Senegal 2-1 in an international friendly at the Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne, Ogun State, on Friday. Veteran forward Asisat Oshoala marked her return to the national team with the opening goal, calmly converting a penalty in the 32nd…
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