2026 U-20 WWC: Visa setback forces Falconets to replace captain Joy Igbokwe, Faridat Abdulwahab
The Falconets have made two changes to their squad for the 2026 FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup, with captain Joy Igbokwe and defender Faridat Abdulwahab replaced after they were unable…
NPFL secures $7.5m EuroMatch sponsorship deal ahead of 2026/27 season
The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has secured a new three-year title sponsorship deal with EuroMatch. The agreement is worth $7.5 million and was unveiled in Abuja on Wednesday, August…
Falconets to play friendlies against Poland, South Korea ahead of 2026 U-20 Women’s World Cup
Nigeria’s U20 Women’s National Team, the Falconets, will play two international friendly matches against Poland and South Korea as part of their final preparations for the 2026 FIFA U20 Women’s…
“We saw the qualities”: Frank Lampard praises Taiwo Awoniyi after Coventry goal
Frank Lampard has praised Taiwo Awoniyi after the Nigerian striker made a strong impact for Coventry City. Awoniyi scored and assisted in the 4-2 Carabao Cup win over Plymouth Argyle…
Christian Nwachukwu nets as Sabah FC seal first-ever Champions League place in 5-2 win over Hapoel Be’er Sheva
Nigerian forward Christian Nwachukwu scored as Sabah FC secured a historic place in the UEFA Champions League league phase on Tuesday.It is the first time Sabah FC have qualified for…
Taiwo Awoniyi scores, assists as Coventry City beat Plymouth 4-2 in Carabao Cup
Taiwo Awoniyi marked his full debut for Coventry City in style, scoring and providing an assist as the Sky Blues defeated Plymouth Argyle 4-2 in the second round of the…
Elijah Adebayo begins new chapter with Bristol City after Luton exit
Elijah Adebayo has joined Bristol City on a two-year contract. The 28-year-old striker arrives after leaving Luton Town this summer. He becomes the Robins’ 10th signing of the transfer window,…
Femi Azeez named in PFA Championship team of the year
Super Eagles forward Femi Azeez has been named in the PFA Championship Team of the Year following an impressive 2025/26 campaign with Millwall, Bold Sports reports. The recognition was delivered…
Nigeria draw Ghana in second round of Beach Soccer AFCON qualifiers
Nigeria have been drawn against Ghana in the second round of the qualifiers for the 2026 Beach Soccer Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Senegal, Bold Sports reports. The qualifying…
2027 U-23 AFCON qualifiers: Nigeria receive bye into second round, face Mauritania or DR Congo
Nigeria have been handed a bye into the second round of the 2027 U-23 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers, where they will face either Mauritania or DR Congo for…
