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NFF President, other board members resign

The Editor — Wed, 26 Aug 2026 23:41:22 +0000

The President of Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Ibrahim Gusau and other board members have resigned. Last weekend, the 13-member NFF board that has Ibrahim Musa Gusau as President with two vice presidents and 10 others, met and considered the options of resigning en-masse despite initial plans to have most members returned to office at the […]

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Bruno Fernandes wins 2026 PFA Players’ Player of the Year award

The Editor — Wed, 26 Aug 2026 09:44:01 +0000

Manchester United captain, Bruno Fernandes, has been named the 2026 Professional Footballers’ Association Players’ Player of the Year. The award was presented at the 53rd annual PFA Awards ceremony at the Manchester Opera House in Manchester, United Kingdom, on Tuesday. The Portuguese midfielder received the prestigious honour after being voted the best player of the […]

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UEFA boss Ceferin rules out FIFA presidency run

The Editor — Mon, 24 Aug 2026 19:50:05 +0000

UEFA chief Aleksander Ceferin says he is “not interested” in replacing Gianni Infantino but warned the under-fire FIFA president must quit or face a leadership challenge. Infantino has come under increasing pressure to step down as head of world football’s governing body over his now-abandoned plan to secure private investment in FIFA tournaments, including the […]

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NFF faces FG sanctions after Super Eagles, Falcons World Cup failures

The Editor — Fri, 21 Aug 2026 01:33:13 +0000

The leadership of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) is reportedly facing mounting pressure from the National Sports Commission (NSC) amid growing concerns over the administration and performance of Nigerian football. The NFF leadership has allegedly been given 24 hours to step aside, although the claim has not been independently confirmed by the NSC, AriseNews reports. […]

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Ronaldinho signs for Serie C side Ravenna

The Editor — Fri, 21 Aug 2026 01:26:35 +0000

Former Brazil star Ronaldinho, who retired from the game in 2015, said on Thursday that he was making a comeback 11 years later with Italian third-division side Ravenna to try and score “a 300th goal”. The 46-year-old, who won the World Cup in 2002 and the Ballon d’Or in 2005, ended a glittering career when […]

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Senate summons NFF, NSC over Nigeria’s football crises

The Editor — Thu, 20 Aug 2026 00:37:41 +0000

The Senate has expressed concern over Nigeria’s recent failures in international football, following the Super Eagles’ failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup and the Super Falcons’ inability to secure a place at the .2027 Women’s World Cup. The Senate Committee on Sports on Wednesday held an emergency meeting with the Chairman of the […]

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NFF sacks Super Falcons technical crew after World Cup miss

The Editor — Mon, 17 Aug 2026 23:41:28 +0000

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has directed members of the Super Falcons’ technical crew to step down with immediate effect. This follows a difficult 2026 campaign in which the team failed to secure an automatic ticket to the FIFA Women’s World Cup. The NFF Executive Committee announced the decision in a brief notice on Monday, […]

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Arsenal open Osimhen talks with Galatasaray

The Editor — Thu, 13 Aug 2026 19:39:44 +0000

Arsenal have reportedly opened talks with Galatasaray over the possibility of signing Victor Osimhen before the summer transfer window ends. This was disclosed on Thursday by Matt Law, Football News Correspondent with the UK website, The Telegraph. “Victor Osimhen’s availability has been raised between Arsenal and Galatasaray amid discussions regarding the Turkish club’s interest in Gabriel Martinelli […]

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Cameroon beat host Morocco on penalties to reach WAFCON final

The Editor — Thu, 13 Aug 2026 00:42:44 +0000

Cameroon stunned hosts Morocco 3-1 on penalties on Wednesday night to reach the final of the TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2026 after a dramatic goalless semi-final in Rabat. The Indomitable Lionesses held their nerve in the shootout at the Moulay El Hassan Stadium after 120 minutes failed to produce a goal, […]

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Netherlands appoint Xavi Hernandez as coach

The Editor — Thu, 13 Aug 2026 00:29:08 +0000

The Netherlands have appointed former Barcelona coach Xavi Hernandez as their new men’s national team head coach, with the 46-year-old Spaniard signing a contract through the 2030 FIFA World Cup. Xavi takes over from Ronald Koeman, bringing an end to the Dutch Football Federation’s search for a new coach. “It is an honor to become […]

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PSG beat Aston Villa 2-1 to retain UEFA Super Cup

The Editor — Thu, 13 Aug 2026 00:14:18 +0000

Paris Saint-Germain began their European campaign with another trophy on Wednesday, edging Aston Villa 2-1 in Salzburg to become only the third club to win the UEFA Super Cup in consecutive years. The Champions League holders had to withstand a spirited Villa challenge before Désiré Doué’s second-half strike settled a contest that repeatedly threatened to […]

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Debutants Malawi stun Algeria 3-1 to reach historic WAFCON final

The Editor — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 23:44:45 +0000

Malawi’s remarkable debut at the TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2026 reached a historic milestone on Wednesday as the Scorchers defeated Algeria 3-1 to book their place in the final. The Chawinga sisters, Tabitha and Temwa, once again proved decisive, combining for all three of Malawi’s goals as the Scorchers secured their […]

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Messi mulls retirement after father’s death

The Editor — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:14:01 +0000

Argentina superstar and inspiration behind his country’s 2022 World Cup victory Lionel Messi said Wednesday he has “serious doubts” about continuing to play football for “much longer” after the death of his father Jorge Messi. “I don’t know what I’ll do without you, I don’t know how to go on. I just played football, and […]

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Chinedu Ozor never came back to life after collapse, says Katsina United

The Editor — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:40:08 +0000

Katsina United have debunked reports that their player, Chinedu Ozor, regained consciousness after collapsing during a friendly match against Niger Tornadoes at the Muhammad Dikko Stadium in Katsina. The club, in a statement issued by its Media Directorate, said Ozor passed away despite efforts to save his life, urging the public to stop circulating reports […]

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Cycling Africa takes over management of Cycling Lagos, Cycling Kano, unveils expansion plan across African cities

The Editor — Tue, 11 Aug 2026 15:27:39 +0000

Cycling Africa on Tuesday announced its assumption of the management and strategic coordination of Cycling Lagos and Cycling Kano, as part of a broader plan to position cycling as a major platform for sports development, tourism, healthy living, environmental sustainability and economic opportunities across Africa. Speaking on the new development in Lagos, the President/Chief Executive […]

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Super Falcons lose automatic World Cup ticket after 1-0 defeat to Cameroon

The Editor — Sun, 09 Aug 2026 23:07:29 +0000

Nigeria’s Super Falcons suffered a narrow 1-0 defeat to Cameroon after Nyadjou’s 19th-minute goal proved decisive in their WAFCON 2026 encounter. Cameroon goalkeeper Michaely Bihina was instrumental in securing the victory, producing eight saves as Nigeria repeatedly searched for an equaliser. The Super Falcons created several opportunities but were unable to find a way past […]

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Burkina Faso thrash Flying Eagles 4-1, end Nigeria’s World Cup hopes

The Editor — Sun, 09 Aug 2026 23:01:50 +0000

Nigeria’s Flying Eagles have been knocked out of the race for the 2027 FIFA U-20 World Cup after suffering a heavy 4-1 defeat to Burkina Faso in the final of the 2026 WAFU Zone B U-20 Championship. The defeat at the Stade Charles Konan Banny in Yamoussoukro, Côte d’Ivoire, also ended Nigeria’s hopes of qualifying […]

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Cameroon beat Nigeria 1-0 in WAFCON quarter- final

The Editor — Sun, 09 Aug 2026 22:09:23 +0000

Cameroon secured a place in the semi-finals of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations after defeating defending champions Nigeria 1-0 in their quarter-final clash in Casablanca on Sunday. Myriam Maéva Nyadjou Wamen scored in the 19th minute to give the Indomitable Lionesses the lead at the Larbi Zaouli Stadium. Nigeria dominated much of the […]

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English FA issues new rules on pitchside walls after death of striker

The Editor — Fri, 07 Aug 2026 15:48:05 +0000

English football chiefs have announced new safety rules covering brick and concrete perimeter walls following the death of former Arsenal youth player Billy Vigar. The Chichester City forward, 21, died after suffering a brain injury in a match at Wingate and Finchley, in north London, in September 2025. It is believed the injury was caused […]

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CAF reconfirms support for FIFA President Infantino

The Editor — Fri, 07 Aug 2026 00:43:57 +0000

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) on Thursday “unanimously reconfirmed its support for FIFA President Gianni Infantino” after his failed plan to sell stakes in the World Cup. CAF president Patrice Motsepe also said in the same statement released following a meeting of its members that CAF “welcomes and endorses” FIFA’s apologies for the scheme.

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