Month: May 2024
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Other Sports
Nigeria Rugby League sets kick-off date for 2024 season
The Nigeria Rugby League has announced the start date for the 2024 season, according to General Manager Issa Lawal Saulawa.…
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Super Eagles
Wilfred Ndidi backs other Super Eagles strikers to shine in Osimhen’s absence
Nigeria and Leicester City midfielder, Wilfred Ndidi, believes that the Super Eagles can perform well in the upcoming FIFA World…
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NEWS
Samuel Eto’o makes U-turn, reinstates Marc Brys as Cameroon Coach
Cameroon has reinstated Marc Brys as head coach of the national football team after Samuel Eto’o, president of the Cameroon…
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Super Falcons
Super Falcons to camp in Spain ahead of Paris Olympics
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has organized a pre-tournament training camp in Spain for the Super Falcons, scheduled from July…
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Nigeria Sports News
National Assembly Issues five-day ultimatum to Nigeria Olympic Committee President
The House of Representatives Committee on Sports has issued a five-day ultimatum to Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC) President, Engr. Habu…
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Athletics
Favour Ofili targets double Paris Olympics qualification at Edwin Moses Legends Meet
Nigeria’s track sensation, Favour Ofili, is set to compete in the 100m at the Edwin Moses Legends Meet on Saturday,…
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Transfer
Kylian Mbappe excited about joining new club
France international Kylian Mbappe has shared his excitement about moving to a new club, though the specific club has yet…
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Off the Pitch
Ekong arrives Nigeria for Foundation launch
Super Eagles of Nigerian vice-captain William Troost-Ekong has arrived in Nigeria ahead of his Foundation launch engagements this weekend. The…
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NEWS
Wilfred Ndidi wants Madrid move
Super Eagles midfielder Wilfred Ndidi has expressed a keen interest in joining Spanish La Liga giants Atletico Madrid, amid interest…
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Nigerian Footballers Abroad
Chelsea Dismiss Swap Deal for Victor Osimhen and Romelu Lukaku with Napoli
Chelsea have dismissed the possibility of a swap deal involving Victor Osimhen and Romelu Lukaku with Napoli, according to recent…
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NEWS
Nigeria vs South Africa: Hugo Broos reflects on past meetings
The head coach of the South African national team, Hugo Broos, has reflected on his team’s previous encounter with the…
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NEWS
Nathan Tella Withdraws from Super Eagles WCQ Squad, Replaced by Ibrahim Olawoyin
New Nigeria head coach Finidi George faces a significant challenge as versatile Bayer Leverkusen star Nathan Tella has withdrawn from…
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Euros
France National Team arrives at Clairfontaine for Euro 2024 in style
The French national football team, Les Bleus, officially opened their camp ahead of Euro 2024 with a fashionable flair. The…
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Barcelona
Barcelona appoints Hansi Flick as head coach on a deal until June 2026
FC Barcelona have announced the appointment of Hansi Flick as their new head coach, succeeding Xavi Hernandez. Flick, who has…
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Boxing
Deontay Wilder to captain Team Hearn in 5v5 matchroom vs Queensbury clash in Saudi Arabia
In an exciting and unique twist in the boxing world, Deontay Wilder will captain team Hearn as Matchroom and Queensbury…
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Europa Conference League
Conference League: Olympiakos win first major European trophy with dramatic win over Fiorentina
Olympiakos secured their first major European trophy in club history by defeating Fiorentina 1-0 after extra time in the Europa…
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9ja Flavour
Nigeria’s President mentions Victor Osimhen’s POTY win, AFCON silver among one-year-In-office achievements
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu celebrated his first year in office by highlighting the remarkable achievements of Nigerian sports stars, including…
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Super Eagles
2026 World Cup Qualifiers: Ademola Lookman to arrive late at Super Eagles camp – Official
In-form Nigerian forward, Ademola Lookman will arrive late to the Super Eagles training camp in Uyo due to a rescheduled…
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Bayern Munich
OFFICIAL: Vincent Kompany appointed as Bayern Munich head coach
Bayern Munich have appointed Vincent Kompany as their new head coach on a three-year deal. The 38-year-old takes over from…
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Basketball
NBA Playoffs Recap: Anthony Edwards shines as Timberwolves defeat Mavericks to avoid sweep
In a thrilling Game 4 of the NBA Playoffs, Anthony Edwards delivered an outstanding performance to help the Minnesota Timberwolves…
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Nigerians in NBA
Giannis Antetokounmpo’s earnings and the NBA’s top earners for the 2023-24 season
Giannis Antetokounmpo, the star power forward for the Milwaukee Bucks, is among the highest-paid players in the NBA for the…
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African Football
Cameroon sacks coach Marc Brys amid conflict with Fecafoot President Samuel Eto’o
Cameroon have sacked head coach Marc Brys just six weeks after his appointment. The decision comes in the wake of…
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Nigerian Footballers Abroad
Ola Aina picks his top-five African players in Premier League history
Super Eagles defender Ola Aina recently appeared on the Premier League’s blind ranking segment where he shared his top five…
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Boxing
Date set for Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury rematch
A date has been set for the highly anticipated rematch between Undisputed Champion Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury. Earlier this…
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Transfer
Agent confirms PSG have tabled bid for Napoli striker
Following the exit of Kylian Mbappe, French Champions PSG have identified possible replacements and even made a bid for one…
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Other Sports
Nigeria ready for 18th African Sambo Championships
Following their impressive performance at the 13th African Games in Ghana, Nigeria is set to compete at the 18th African…
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Real Madrid
Carlo Ancelotti reveals when he will stop coaching Real Madrid
As he prepares for another UEFA Champions League final, Carlo Ancelotti, the 64-year-old manager of Real Madrid, has revealed when…
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Athletics
Usain Bolt’s journey to greatness: A nostalgic look back at his first 100m world record
Usain Bolt’s first break of the 100m World Record on May 31, 2008, at the Reebok Grand Prix in New…
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Off the Pitch
Chelsea players Ann-Katrin Berger and Jess Carter announce engagement
Chelsea’s female team players, Ann-Katrin Berger and Jess Carter have announced their engagement, sharing the news on social media. The…
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Golden Eaglets
CAF confirm Golden Eaglets will miss 2024 U-17 AFCON despite win over Ghana
Nigeria’s Golden Eaglets defeated Ghana in the WAFU B U-17 Championship third-place match but will miss the AFCON as confirmed…
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