NPFL: Ikorodu City, Rivers United target top spot on matchday 17
Title contenders Ikorodu City and Rivers United could climb to the top of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) table on Monday as they take to the pitch in their…
‘He was exceptional’ – Verona defender Bella-Kotchap lauds Gift Orban after late winner
Hellas Verona defender Armel Bella-Kotchap has praised Super Eagles striker Gift Orban, describing him as an “exceptional” player after his brace secured a dramatic 2–1 victory over bottom-placed Fiorentina in…
AFCON 2025: Uganda step up preparations with Gabon friendly
Super Eagles Group C opponents, the Cranes of Uganda, will intensify their preparations for the forthcoming 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) with a friendly match against Gabon on Wednesday.…
AFCON 2025: Lookman, Osayi-Samuel, Ajayi, others hit Super Eagles camp
Ademola Lookman, Bright Osayi-Samuel, Semi Ajayi, Igho Ogbu, goalkeeper Amas Obasogie, and newly invited Tochukwu Nnadi are the latest players to arrive at the Super Eagles’ camp in Egypt as…
Nigeria submits bid to host 2031 African Games
Nigeria has formally submitted its bid to the African Union Sports Council (AUSC) to host the 2031 African Games, signalling the nation’s ambition to once again welcome Africa’s premier multi-sport…
Orban scores brace to help Verona secure 2-1 victory over Fiorentina
Nigerian forward Gift Orban scored an impressive brace to help Hellas Verona secure a late 2-1 victory over Fiorentina in their Serie A clash on Sunday, Bold Sports reports. The…
Akor Adams, Ejuke on target as Sevilla thrash Oviedo 4–0
...Akor Adams set to attend first AFCON Akor Adams and Chidera Ejuke gave Sevilla a memorable send-off before departing for international duty with Nigeria (Super Eagles) ahead of the 2025…
‘It’s hurtful’ – Arokodare laments Wolves’ last-minute 2-1 loss to Arsenal
Super Eagles striker Tolu Arokodare has admitted that Wolverhampton Wanderers’ dramatic 2–1 defeat to Arsenal was painful, stressing the need for the team to defend better and remain focused for…
Stanley Nwabali joins Super Eagles AFCON camp in Cairo
Goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali has become the second player to arrive at the Super Eagles’ camp ahead of their preparations for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), scheduled to take…
Kennedy Nzechukwu dominates but settles for draw at UFC Vegas 112
...Kennedy Nzechukwu's point deduction hurt winning chance Nigerian UFC heavyweight contender Kennedy Nzechukwu fought to a decision draw against Brazilian Marcus “Buchecha” Almeida at UFC Vegas 112: Royval vs. Kape, held…
